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Handicapping the Song of Summer 2024

“What’s the Song of Summer” is always the fun question for Ross on Radio readers in May, when we handicap the field, and again in August when we’re choosing a winner. It comes with a more serious question this year. How will radio get the most out of its contenders? The official Song of Summer […] […]

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Bill Doyle Exits New Jersey 101.5

The 30 year partnership between Jeff Deminski and Bill Doyle across stations in New Jersey and Detroit as come to an end as Doyle has exited afternoons at Townsquare Media’s “New Jersey 101.5” WKXW Trenton. The duo were first paired together in afternoons at WKXW in 1993. They then moved to Detroit in 1999 to […] […]

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New England Patriots Extend With WBZ-FM Through 2033

Beasley Media Sports “98.5 The Sports Hub” WBZ-FM Boston has signed a contract extension with the NFL’s New England Patriots to continue serve as the franchise’s flagship station through the 2033 season. WBZ-FM has carried the Patriots since its launch in 2009 after being with predecessor 104.1 WBCN beginning in 1995. The station will carry […] […]

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A New Knock Out In South Texas

Beeville Investments relaunched Country “Kicker 106” KTKO Beeville TX as Red Dirt/Texas Country “Texas Knock Out 105.7” earlier this month. The station has added Jim Nash as Operations Director and morning host. Nash joined KTKO from mornings at “92.9 Shooter-FM” KRMX Waco and previously spent twelve years as PD/morning host at “106.9 The Ranch” KRVF […] […]

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BIA Releases Top Ten Radio Groups By Billing

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UK

Gary Stein promoted to new role of Director of Audio at Bauer

Bauer Media Audio UK has appointed Gary Stein into the newly created role of Director of Audio with immediate effect.

Gary previously held the role of Group Programme Director of the Hits Radio and Greatest Hits Radio networks.
In his new position, Gary will sit on the UK Executive board and reports into CEO Simon Myciunka. As the strategic and creative lead for all content for all of Bauer audio services in the UK, his focus will primarily be on shaping and implementing the content strategy, which includes overseeing the Content Directors and teams across Bauer’s stations.
Simon Myciunka, CEO for Bauer Media Audio UK said: “Gary’s vision and leadership has helped us build two of the most exciting new audio brands in the UK with Hits Radio and Greatest Hits Radio, and through this well-deserved promotion, I look forward to seeing him steer our ambitious UK teams in creating more stand-out moments that our audiences can enjoy both on-air and on-demand.”
Gary Stein said: “I’m absolutely delighted to take on the role of Director of Audio at such an exciting time for Bauer Media Audio UK. Our strong, well-loved audio brands entertain millions of listeners each week, with our creativity and collaboration driving innovation in the audio space.
“Evolving our products and platforms to attract new audiences and enable new ways of listening remains at the forefront of our ambition. I’m looking forward to working with our brilliant programming teams and industry partners to unlock greater opportunities for our brands.”
In addition to Gary’s promotion, Bauer’s UK Chief of Staff Peter Davies will become Chief Operating Officer, managing areas of the business including production and properties, as well as oversight of the engineering teams.
Meanwhile Alice Douglas has been promoted to General Counsel for the UK Audio business from her role as Associate General Counsel. Both roles sit alongside Gary and Simon on the UK Executive board.
Simon Myciunka added: “It’s fantastic to welcome Alice to our senior Leadership team and also appoint Peter into his new role as Chief Operating Officer. Both offer extensive expertise and experience and contribute a great deal as we focus on enriching everyday lives.” […]