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FCC Report 1/14: AM & LPFM Station Counts Drop

January 14, 2024 radionewsfeeds Comments Off

The FCC has issued its quarterly station count list showing continued drops in the number of AM, commercial FM, and LPFM totals, while total radio licenses is up due to the growth of non-commercial FMs.

40 AM licenses were turned in over the course of 2023 with 175 lost in the last five years. Ahead of the recent filing window, the number of LPFMs dropped by 48 last year down to 1967 current licenses down from its peak of 2172 in December 2018.

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Two LPFM licensees were issued Notices of Apparent Liability for Forfeiture for failing to timely file license renewals proposing $1500 fines. Cascade Community Radio’s 101.1 KVRN-LP Portland OR and Spokane Translator Association’s 100.3 KVFS-LP Spokane WA were both granted one year license renewals in 2022 due to prolonged periods of silence during their previous terms and were required to file their next license renewal by October 1, 2023. Neither station did so until November 16, 2023.

Pirate Actions
Matovu Realty LLC was issued a Notice of Pirate Radio Broadcasting for an unlicensed signal on 99.3 in Bronx NY.

Silent Notifications

Good Guys Broadcasting’s 700 WARB Dothan AL (Transmitter issues)
Atlantic Coast Radio’s 1440 WRED Westbrook ME (Loss of power to transmitter site)
Townsquare Media’s 1470 WFNT Flint MI (Economic conditions)
Townsquare Media’s 97.5 WTBD-FM Delhi NY (Economic conditions)
Townsquare Media’s 100.3 WDHI Delhi (Economic conditions)
Townsquare Media’s 94.7 WIYN Deposit NY (Economic conditions)
Phoenix Radio’s 1480 WRCK Remsen NY (Loss of programming)
Common Frequency’s 88.1 KQCF Chiloquin OR (Inadvertent non-compliance)
Holdsworth Educational Media’s 91.7 KPIT Pittsburg TX (Technical issues)
Ivan James’ 105.7 KJVI Robert Lee TX (Severe interference from unlicensed station)
Tri Cities Divestiture Trust’s 97.5 KOLW Basin City WA (Economic conditions)
Mt. Rushmore Broadcasting’s 92.7 KIQZ Rawlins WY (Financial limitations / Seeking a buyer)
Mt. Rushmore Broadcasting’s 1240 KRAL Rawlins WY (Financial limitations / Seeking a buyer)

AM Changes

Since losing its tower site in 2020 and operating under various STAs, Metro Radio Inc’s Regional Mexican “La Ley 97.7/106.3” 1460 WKDV Manassas VA proposes […]

Billboard expands in Asia with launch of Billboard Korea

January 14, 2024 radionewsfeeds Comments Off

Billboard is expanding its global footprint in Asia with the launch of Billboard Korea.The expansion, in partnership with Global Entertainment Media Group (GEMG), will be dedicated to the flourishing Korean music scene. Billboard Korea‘s first issue, Billboard K Vol.1, is scheduled for release in June.“We are thrilled to announce our expansion into Korea,” Billboard president Mike Van said in a statement. “Billboard has long celebrated the rich contribution of Korean music across our platforms. This expansion is a significant milestone for our brand and underscores our dedication to amplifying the voices and talent that shape the vibrant Korean music scene.”

Yuna Kim, chairperson of GEMG and publisher of Billboard Korea, added: “Now that the status of K-artists and K-pop has risen worldwide, Billboard Korea will play a crucial role in promoting K-culture.”Billboard Korea will offer a comprehensive platform that not only amplifies Korean artists’ visibility but also fosters cultural exchanges and appreciation on a global scale, according to a press release.Ahead of its first published issue, Billboard Korea is set to launch its official website and digital platform in spring 2024.Billboard Korea adds to the list of the publication’s international editions, including Billboard Japan, Billboard Arabia, Billboard Español, Billboard Brasil and others. […]

Comrex Launches live web series “Tech Talk Live!”

January 14, 2024 radionewsfeeds Comments Off

Comrex is launching a new, live web series called “Tech Talk Live!” featuring Chris Crump, Senior Director of Sales & Marketing, as the host.The inaugural episode of “Tech Talk Live!” will be on Friday, January 19th, 2024 at 11 AM EST. Andy Mukitta, Sales Director from Yellowtec, will be discussing new developments and radio legend Michael Harrison will be chatting about UNESCO’s World Radio Day.The show will feature a new episode monthly with each episode comprising four segments: Ask a Techie, Feature Focus, The Insiders and Nerd Alert.

“Ask a Techie” will feature a member of the Comrex technical support team, who will discuss a common problem customers run into and how to fix it. Comrex customers can request a topic to be included in a future episode by emailing [email protected].“Feature Focus” will dive into lesser known features of Comrex products that provide even more functionality and ease of use.“The Insiders” will include a guest industry expert to chat about a product/service they offer that is complementary to Comrex codecs and how it makes the job of the end user easier.“Nerd Alert” will explore different products, features, happenings and more that may interest those with a more technical background.“Tech Talk Live!” can be streamed on YouTube Live, LinkedIn Live, Riverside.fm or the Comrex Facebook page. […]

KNBR Reverses Course And Brings Back Local Evening Programming

January 14, 2024 radionewsfeeds Comments Off

After a round of layoffs at the end of November that saw Cumulus Media Sports 680 KNBR/104.5 KNBR-FM San Francisco end its evening local talkshow, the station has reversed course and will debut “Sportsphone KNBR” in the 6-9pm timeslot on Tuesday, January 16. A host is to-be-determined as the show returns to a variation of […] […]

Sunshine Radio granted permission to turn off AM frequency

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Sunshine Radio’s obligation to broadcast on AM has been removed from its Ofcom Format following a consultation. One person responded to the enquiry, who was in favour of the proposal. The station said only a small propotion of people listen on 855 AM (the station is also on FM and DAB), and that the transmitters […] […]

New service to offer charities free airtime on the radio

January 14, 2024 radionewsfeeds Comments Off

A new website aimed at connecting radio stations with UK charities to take advantage of unsold airtime has been created. Charity Fillers is similar to the Government’s Radio Fillers, but promotes third sector organisations rather than public announcements. Steve Delahaye of C.I. Broadcasting, the company behind the scheme said: “The idea came to us one […] […]