“We are thrilled to be working with Doug Banks and to be able to offer stations across the country this music driven afternoon drive show that showcases the wonderfully talented Banks and his team” said Jerry Lopes, President of Program Operations and Affiliations for AURN.  “It’s great, entertaining radio and they’re not afraid to tackle the issues of the day through their popular Adult Conversation segment” said Lopes.  “Doug, DeDe and Rudy offer the perfect mix to conversations ranging from romance to finance.”

“We’re delighted to now be part of the AURN family and look forward to growing our listener base” said Doug Banks.  “One thing I can promise, no one will work any harder than DeDe, Rudy and I in bringing more fun and excitement to afternoons in urban adult radio.  Along the way we hope to educate our listeners by shining a spotlight on the critical issues impacting the African American community” said Banks.

AURN will now distribute, sell and market The Doug Banks Radio Show after more than twelve years with ABC/Citadel.  “We’re pleased to be able to offer our clients the opportunity to reach the African American consumer during this critical afternoon day part” said Howard Eisen, Executive Vice President of Sales for AURN.  “There are several exciting features within the show, great promotional and live read opportunities. I believe our clients are going to be thrilled with this new addition” said Eisen.

The Doug Banks Radio Show is produced and distributed from studios in Dallas, Texas and is heard on many stations across the country including its flagship station WVAZ-FM in Chicago. For more information on The Doug Banks Radio Show contact AURN affiliate relations at 412-456-4098 or e-mail us at AffiliateRelations@aurn.com
About American Urban Radio Networks

American Urban Radio Networks (AURN) is the only African-American owned radio network company in the United States.  It is the largest network reaching Urban America with more than 20 million listeners each week. Through three programming networks and its marketing division, American Urban Radio Networks reaches more African-Americans than any other medium in America and produces more programming than all other broadcasting companies combined.  American Urban Radio Networks broadcasts 200 weekly news, entertainment, sports and information programs to more than 300 radio stations nationwide. It is the only Black broadcaster with a bureau in the White House.  AURN has offices and bureaus in New York, Pittsburgh, Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.