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Registration open for ABU DBS 2023

Registration is open for the next ABU Digital Broadcasting Symposium, which will be organised as an in-person event from the 6-9 March 2023 at Kuala Lumpur.With the theme “BACK IN BUSINESS” the DBS2023 will address challenges, find solutions and share experiences related to digital transition, technology implementation, creative content ideas, and enhancing user experiences.The in-person event will comprise of multiple conference sessions, workshops and masterclasses presented by industry leading experts.

Key topics of discussion include:
Remote Production Technologies
Cybersecurity and Media
Media Workflows and Cloud Applications
Artificial Intelligence and Data Applications in Media
5G and Advances in Media Delivery
The event attracts close to 1,500 participants annually, representing over 350 organisations across the region and beyond.Registration is free and can be done here. […]

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KMGX Flips To Classic Rock

Gross Communications’ Backyard Media flipped Hot AC “Mix 100.7” KMGX Bend OR to Classic Rock “The X 100.7” at 6am today. KMGX will feature Dave Sholin in middays from 10am-2pm. The longterm programmer also hosts afternoons on sister Country 102.9 KSJJ. Wes Moore, who served as Program Director for the former format, will continue in […] […]

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Gary ‘DJ Rax’ Shelton Rises To Cumulus Savannah OM

Cumulus Media has announced the promotion of Gary ‘DJ Rax’ Shelton to Operations Manager for its Savannah GA cluster. Shelton has served as Program Director of Adult R&B “Magic 103.9” WTYB and PD/afternoon host of Hip Hop “E93” WEAS-FM since 2018. He has previously programmed Flinn Hip Hop “Hot 107.1” KXHT Memphis and served as […] […]

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Hollywood Hamilton Extends KTU Tenure

iHeartMedia Rhythmic AC 103.5 WKTU Lake Success/New York has announced it has agreed to a three-year contract extension with afternoon host Sean ‘Hollywood’ Hamilton. Hamilton has been with KTU for most of the current brand’s existence. He originally co-hosted nights with ‘Goumba Johnny’ Sialiano from its launch in 1996 until 1999 and then returning to […] […]

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Aiir Launches Cloud-Based Music Scheduler

Following their merger with Playout One, Aiir Inc. is expanding its broadcast software with the debut of the first cloud based music scheduler. Aiir Scheduler is debuting in beta today for user testing prior to a full launch this spring. Fully browser based, the service is compatible with most automation systems currently on the market. […] […]