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RARE FOOTAGE: Don Cornelius Dances on the Soul Train Line with Mary Wilson (vid)
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Showtime At the Apollo Winner, David Peaston Dies
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Rapper Ja Rule Admits he’s Enjoying Prison?
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Bracing New Documentary “Dark Girls” Delves Beneath The Skins of Women Darker Than Most and the Separate Lives They Lead
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MODERN-DAY LYNCHINGS IN INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY’S THE INJUSTICE FILES: AT THE END OF A ROPE
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UNSUNG REVIEW: Ray Parker Jr. Premieres Feb 13
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UNSUNG REVIEW: Millie Jackson Premieres Feb 6
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Don Cornelius’ “Gold Digging” Ex Wife Strikes Gold
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KEVSUM: Ode to Don Cornelius
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KENNETH GAMBLE & LEON HUFF ON THE PASSING OF SOUL TRAIN CREATOR DON CORNELIUS
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BET NETWORKS HONORS THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF SOUL TRAIN CREATOR DON CORNELIUS WITH A SPECIAL PROGRAMMING LINEUP
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Berry Gordy Statement on Passing of Don Cornelius
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Radio One Fires PD
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Industry Icon Don Cornelius Commits Suicide Dead at 75
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BARON DAVIS GUEST STARS TOMORROW NIGHT ON AN ALL NEW EPISODE OF TV LAND’S “HOT IN CLEVELAND”
31 January 2012 10:38 PM | No Comments -
Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Chicago and ESPN Announce the Launch of ESPN Deportes Radio Station
31 January 2012 10:32 PM | 1 Comment -
MIKE EPPS ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF THE FOUNDATION SUPPORTING AT-RISK YOUTH
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Steve Harvey’s Former Private Chef Slated to Open the First Organic Cafe in Lancaster, Texas
31 January 2012 10:10 PM | 1 Comment -
Ryan Seacrest gets Investment from Clear Channel Media
31 January 2012 12:15 PM | No Comments
- RARE FOOTAGE: Don Cornelius Dances on the Soul Train Line with Mary Wilson (vid)
03 February 2012 11:34 PM | No Comments - Showtime At the Apollo Winner, David Peaston Dies
03 February 2012 2:27 AM | 1 Comment - Rapper Ja Rule Admits he’s Enjoying Prison?
03 February 2012 2:01 AM | No Comments - Bracing New Documentary “Dark Girls” Delves Beneath The Skins of Women Darker Than Most and the Separate Lives They Lead
03 February 2012 1:28 AM | No Comments - MODERN-DAY LYNCHINGS IN INVESTIGATION DISCOVERY’S THE INJUSTICE FILES: AT THE END OF A ROPE
03 February 2012 1:01 AM | No Comments - UNSUNG REVIEW: Ray Parker Jr. Premieres Feb 13
02 February 2012 1:15 AM | No Comments - UNSUNG REVIEW: Millie Jackson Premieres Feb 6
02 February 2012 12:57 AM | No Comments - Don Cornelius’ “Gold Digging” Ex Wife Strikes Gold
01 February 2012 9:39 PM | 1 Comment - KEVSUM: Ode to Don Cornelius
01 February 2012 9:32 PM | No Comments - KENNETH GAMBLE & LEON HUFF ON THE PASSING OF SOUL TRAIN CREATOR DON CORNELIUS
01 February 2012 2:59 PM | No Comments - BET NETWORKS HONORS THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF SOUL TRAIN CREATOR DON CORNELIUS WITH A SPECIAL PROGRAMMING LINEUP
01 February 2012 2:53 PM | No Comments - Berry Gordy Statement on Passing of Don Cornelius
01 February 2012 2:47 PM | No Comments - Radio One Fires PD
01 February 2012 2:39 PM | 1 Comment - Industry Icon Don Cornelius Commits Suicide Dead at 75
01 February 2012 10:41 AM | 2 Comments - BARON DAVIS GUEST STARS TOMORROW NIGHT ON AN ALL NEW EPISODE OF TV LAND’S “HOT IN CLEVELAND”
31 January 2012 10:38 PM | No Comments - Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Chicago and ESPN Announce the Launch of ESPN Deportes Radio Station
31 January 2012 10:32 PM | 1 Comment - MIKE EPPS ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF THE FOUNDATION SUPPORTING AT-RISK YOUTH
31 January 2012 10:21 PM | No Comments - Steve Harvey’s Former Private Chef Slated to Open the First Organic Cafe in Lancaster, Texas
31 January 2012 10:10 PM | 1 Comment - Ryan Seacrest gets Investment from Clear Channel Media
31 January 2012 12:15 PM | No Comments
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Urban Radio Archive
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UNSUNG REVIEW: Millie Jackson Premieres Feb 6
Posted on February 2, 2012 | No CommentsMillie Jackson missed her calling as a comedian but maybe not… she certainly incorporated her comedic talents in her shows. She was not the first x-rated black female performer but... -
KEVSUM: Brand New Me… SEE/Changes at the Labels/Stock Market//Mo’Nique/Investing NOW/Fake FaceBook Preachers/PD Contest/Vegetarian
Posted on August 9, 2011 | 3 CommentsGreetings friends. This is the new me. I’ve lost a LOT of weight and I’ve been working out like a gym rat maniac. See the arms? I am not done... -
Should this Woman be working in radio? (vid)
Posted on July 22, 2011 | 1 CommentTry to make it past the male in the beginning and then look and hear this woman’s perspective on the N word. OK she’s rambling a bit but she still... -
CONGRATS: CBS Names New Frank and Wanda Morning Show Producer….
Posted on July 8, 2011 | No CommentsThe top urban formatted radio show at CBS Radio outlet, V103/Atlanta has named a new producer. Congrats to Scholar Brad (not the other way around like the picture says) in... -
Maxx Myrick goes to WHUR
Posted on June 30, 2011 | No CommentsAs predicted by the leading urban radio trade site, radiofacts.com….industry vet Maxx Myrick is the new PD of WHUR …more details as they come -
Urban Radio Vet Lynn Tolliver Wins Suit Against the Black Eyed Peas
Posted on June 29, 2011 | No CommentsFormer local DJ and early rap artist Lynn Tolliver won a $1.2 million judgment by a New York jury in a lawsuit over the unauthorized sampling by the Black Eyed... -
KEVSUM: “Corpse” Kill the Radio Star/Top 45/LA Reid
Posted on June 17, 2011 | 3 CommentsGreetings fans… One of my greatest frustrations with this blog is the lack of back and forth. I KNOW a LOT of people read it from the rankings but the... -
Who are the Top 45 Current On-Air Radio DJs? New Radio Facts Contest Wants to Know
Posted on May 17, 2011 | No CommentsWho are the Top 45 Current On-Air Radio DJs? New Radio Facts Contest Wants to Know Contact Kevin Ross kevin@radiofacts.com. Sponsorships Available RADIO FACTS, THE LEADING INDUSTRY RADIO SITE. NEW... -
REVIEW: Deniece Williams, Unsung Premieres June 6
Posted on May 16, 2011 | 3 CommentsOver the weekend, I watched R&B Singer Deniece Williams’ UNSUNG episode. As many of you know, I am a huge fan of the show and can certainly appreciate the efforts... -
“The Radio Facts CURRENT Top 45 Radio DJs 2011″ Contest (how it works)
Posted on May 12, 2011 | No CommentsTHE LEADING INDUSTRY RADIO SITE’S NEW CONTEST IS OPEN TO ALL FORMATS, VOTING STARTS NOW FOR THE RADIO FACTS TOP 45 CURRENT (ON AIR) DJS Radio Facts (www.radiofacts.com) the leading... -
President Obama’s Major Victory Sure to Bear Conservative Backlash.. where is Black Radio?
Posted on May 2, 2011 | No CommentsWhat a GREAT opportunity to support our President. Can you say second term? While the White House and the world celebrate the major victory of President Obama and our troops... -
Singer Phoebe Snow Dies
Posted on April 27, 2011 | 1 CommentI know this is not something urban radio people would generally be interested in but I could certainly appreciate her music and legacy. Singer-songwriter Phoebe Snow died on April 26,... -
Russ Parr Talks about Urban Radio and Syndication (video)
Posted on April 14, 2011 | No CommentsRuss Parr is one of a few people in the industry I have never met but what he says in this video is what I have said in this blog... -
Fantasia will Debut New Single “Collard Greens and Cornbread” on…
Posted on March 30, 2011 | No CommentsGrammy Award and American Idol Season 3 winner FANTASIA will return to American Idol tomorrow night (3/31) to make her national television debut performance of “Collard Greens and Cornbread,” the... -
Radio Facts “Subscribers Only” Explained
Posted on March 29, 2011 | No CommentsThanks for your continued support. Over the last few months we have noticed blatant copying, cutting and pasting of our materials, ideas and industry scoops on other sites. As we... -
Citadel Talking to Steve Harvey?
Posted on March 15, 2011 | No CommentsThere is a rumor going around the industry that Citadel has been courting Steve Harvey, who’s contract was recently up for renewal with Premiere. While Citadel may be looking for... -
Wahida Clark’s Empire: “Thug” Culture
Posted on March 8, 2011 | No CommentsWould you like to review this book and other products for the industry top urban radio and music industry blog, Radio Facts? We’re looking for reviewers, Contact Kevin Ross (serious... -
Radio Facts Seeks Gospel Writer(s)
Posted on March 7, 2011 | No CommentsRadio Facts, the leading urban industry blog that markets to urban radio and music industry decision makers is seeking gospel writers. We are looking for two part time gospel writers…... -
KEVSUM: Press Release Disasters, Moving On, Fake Friends, Charlie Sheen, Tom Joyner
Posted on March 4, 2011 | 2 CommentsGreetings industry friends and associates…. Just a note to say I’ve been incredibly busy these past couple of weeks and I’m working on some very exciting things which I will... -
Radio Facts Forum is Back!
Posted on March 2, 2011 | No CommentsThe Radio Facts Forum is back to allow us to post the MANY different stories that we get on a daily basis outside of just urban radio content. Feel free... -
The Radio Facts Podcast Port: Reach the Entire Industry and Beyond with Your Message
Posted on February 9, 2011 | No Comments“If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, change your attitude. Don’t complain.” Maya Angelou —————– It’s time for a DIFFERENT kind of Urban Radio. The... -
Digital Lifestyle Expert Partners with AURN to reach Black America
Posted on February 8, 2011 | No CommentsDigital Lifestyle expert Mario Armstrong is bringing his unique brand of translating technology for non-tech audiences to American Urban Radio Networks beginning Tuesday February 8, 2011. “Digital Lifestyle,” a daily... -
KEVIN’s SUMMARY: A Look at How Mary Shakelford is Affecting Steve Harvey’s Empire
Posted on February 3, 2011 | No Commentsmedia -
Sam Sylk interviews Steve Harvey’s Brother
Posted on February 1, 2011 | No CommentsThis is SO much better (and in much less time) than the disastrous Tom Joyner interview. Thanks Sam, you make us radio pioneers think there is still some hope for... -
Radio Facts Interviews a Winner of the Top 10 Programmers, Lee Michaels
Posted on January 27, 2011 | No CommentsOver the past few months Radio Facts has taken the initiative to honor those in urban radio who have made our industry great. The first contest was The Top 10... -
Quote from Top 10 Programmer Lee Micheals’ Radio Facts Interview
Posted on January 26, 2011 | No CommentsKEVIN ROSS: How is it possible that the industry would choose a person who is presently NOT working in programming as the number one pic in The Radio Facts Top... -
Top 10 Winner Lee Michaels Interview this Thursday in Radio Facts
Posted on January 25, 2011 | No CommentsThis Thursday we will post an interview with the The Radio Facts Top 10 Urban Radio Programmers of All Time #1 Winner… Mr. Lee Michaels. Lee will talk about: The... -
KEVIN’S SUMMARY: Top 10 PD Comments, My Confession..
Posted on January 24, 2011 | No CommentsGreetings Industry fam… While doing the Top 10 Urban Programmers of All Time Contest, I determined that while there are some excellent programmers in urban radio, many industry people feel... -
KEVIN’S SUMMARY: Dead Radio, Fried Chicken, Lazy Folks and Ugly People?
Posted on January 13, 2011 | No CommentsGreetings Friends, I have a few questions that baffle me and I was wondering if you could help me to understand… Does Anybody Listen to Radio Anymore? I have to... -
Prepaid Cards Generally Deemed Rip Off: Tom Joyner still offers his new one to 8 Million Black Listeners
Posted on January 10, 2011 | 4 CommentsAmidst the recent heartfelt story of a DJ who fell from grace, got involved in drugs and alcohol and was booted out of the radio industry a decade ago, ending...
