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Charleston’s WCKN (92.5 Kickin’ Country) is set to debut a new live and local morning show, Hunter, Jessica & Cush, beginning Monday, August 25. The program will air weekdays from 6-10am. The lineup pairs the former afternoon drive team of Hunter and Cush with longtime morning personality Jessica Chandler, previously part of TJ & Jessica […]
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The Dave & Mahoney Show, airing on Alternative, Rock, and Classic Rock affiliates, is adding the Reno market. Lotus Radio Reno announced that “The Dave & Mahoney Show” will be taking over mornings on KDOT-FM (Rock 104.5) beginning Monday, August 11. Dave Farra, co-host of Dave and Mahoney, commented, “Expanding beyond Las Vegas to now […]
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The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) has named Mike McVay, President of McVay Media, as the recipient of the 2025 NAB National Radio Award. The honor will be presented during the NAB Marconi Radio Awards at the NAB Show New York on October 21. “Mike’s deep expertise, creative vision and unwavering commitment to excellence have […]
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LM Communications Media is reintroducing WCOO (105.5 The Bridge) in Charleston, SC with a renewed focus on “authentic, local programming” that highlights the culture and character of the Lowcountry. Known for its eclectic musical style, 105.5 The Bridge is leaning further into its identity with a format that blends American roots genres — contemporary folk, […]
Songwriter Kristen Ford has released her new album Pinto, a 12-track collection addressing social and political themes through rock arrangements. The album is available now through Ani DiFranco’s Righteous Babe Records. Ford worked with DiFranco on four songs for the project, with DiFranco serving as co-producer alongside Ford and Zac Brown Band member John Driskell […]
Neo-traditional country artist Chandler Dozier steps into the genre’s revival with the release of his debut EP, Bakersfield East, out August 29 on all streaming platforms. The six-track collection blends Bakersfield grit, bluegrass tradition and honky-tonk heart, reflecting Chandler’s deep respect for country music history and his commitment to carrying it forward. “The […]
Shredding guitars, scorching fiddle and solid percussion highlight life lessons from a whiskey-soaked stranger in Trace Nixon’s new streaming track, “Love Lost Has Been,” is available now. The Country newcomer admits the tune, from his upcoming EP, was inspired by a real experience. “I was out with some friends, and this inebriated older gentleman was […]
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Audacy is marking National Radio Day by highlighting how radio has expanded into a multi-platform medium that continues to play a central role in listeners’ daily lives. In a new article from its Research & Insights team, Audacy points to radio’s evolution from broadcast-only delivery to an experience available across streaming, smart speakers, mobile devices, […]
