Fans are eagerly awaiting as Anthony Casuccio, the man who has quietly become an accomplished international recording artist, considers taking his music from his basement to stages across the Atlantic. Casuccio has performed several stage shows and DJ sets in Buffalo and is in the process of forming a band for a potential East Coast tour, possibly at wineries. His dream includes going on tour, even if it’s a short one, and he even envisions a European tour on the horizon.
A Musical Journey with A&L Duo
Casuccio’s music journey took a significant turn eight years ago when he joined forces with Lana Marie to form the pop-rock duo A&L. Together, they released nine singles, marketing them online with the help of promoters who pitched the songs to radio and streaming platforms. While the music industry in the United States is expensive and heavily regulated, the European market proved more accessible with a smaller investment. Seven of A&L’s songs managed to break into the Top 40 or better, and through this process, Casuccio established relationships with European-based promoters.
Global Reach and Musical Evolution
During the pandemic, he ventured into releasing his singles, leveraging his connections in Europe. Record promoter Alessandro Cicioni, who holds Casuccio in high esteem in Europe, emphasized Casuccio’s attention to detail and his ability to create music with a universal language. Cicioni also noted the potential for Casuccio’s music to reach even farther-reaching markets, including Australia, praising its “super-intelligent irony.”
Guitar-Driven Sound and European Success
Casuccio values feedback from his promoter contacts, often seeking their opinion on which songs will resonate best with their audiences. This feedback guides his efforts in promoting specific tracks. One key piece of feedback was to emphasize the use of guitars, as his primary instrument became a significant selling point in Europe.
Rising Star in Europe
This indie music sensation from Buffalo has seen four of his solo songs listed on European music charts, with “Lighthouse” leading the way, consistently ranking in the top five of the European Indie Music Network charts. Three other songs, “Friends First,” “Not Alone,” and “Love is the Answer,” have made it to the Top 40 on various European charts that primarily track independent releases.
Anthony Casuccio’s musical journey is all the more remarkable considering his impressive life outside of music. He holds a good job as the chair of the music department at Villa Maria College and resides in a comfortable home in East Amherst with his two teenage sons and his mother. Beyond his academic and familial pursuits, he actively engages with the community as the president of the Buffalo Music Hall of Fame and operates a successful side business mastering music recordings.
Casuccio’s accomplishments include multiple college degrees, framed certificates honoring his contributions to Grammy-nominated projects, co-founding a small record label, and authoring a book titled “Be Nice” a decade ago. He is known for his warm smile and chill demeanor, which complement his intense ambition. While he may appear as a typical dad, professor, and community leader in Buffalo, online, he’s a rising music star in Europe, interviewed regularly by music websites and magazines.
In his basement recording studio, Casuccio diligently creates music, fixing even the smallest musical mistakes to perfection. His basement studio has become the hub for his indie music sensation status in Europe, a far cry from the standard-issue existence he leads in East Amherst. source
Today, ATL-based Grammy-nominated rapper Latto links up with fellow ATL rapper and PDE Records signee BabyDrill release “ISSA PARTY” out now via RCA Records – click here to listen. The single also has an official video coming out at 12 p.m. ET tomorrow.
Directed by Shaq Gonzoe & James Rico, the colorful, fun video features Latto and Drill throwing it down in ATL with their friends, Latto’s sister Brooklyn Nicole and even her dog Coca. The visual is bright and playful with dancing and balloons, and you can even spot Latto’s Wingstop Meal collaboration. To celebrate this release, Latto is throwing an ATL party at the iconic Magic City strip club, renamed Latto City for this week’s release.
This release follows her hits “Put It On Da Floor” and the RIAA-certified Gold remix “Put It On Da Floor Again” featuring Cardi B. Debuted at Coachella Weekend 1 this year, “Put It On Da Floor,” produced by Go Grizzly (Future), Squat & Pooh Beatz (Jack Harlow), has garnered millions of streams worldwide across all platforms in addition to landing on multiple playlists including RapCaviar, Rap Life, New Music Daily and more – click here to listen/click here to watch.
The track debuted #1 on Billboard’s Hot Trending Songs chart, was top 20 on TikTok’s Hot 50 US Chart and has received co-signs from artists like Lil Nas X, Yung Miami, Lizzo, Coco Jones, Meek Mill and more. The remix debuted at #13 on Billboard’s Hot 100 chart and #1 on the Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop Airplay chart – click here to listen/click here to watch. It’s explosive visual had Latto and Cardi B linking up in ATL in addition to cameos from Offset, BabyDrill, Angel Reese, and more.
Latto ended last year hitting the lotto – she garnered two 2023Grammy nominations for “Best New Artist” and “Melodic Rap Performance” for “Big Energy (Live)” in addition to winning awards for “Best New Artist” at the 2022 People’s Choice Awards and BET Awards. The three-time 2022 AMA nominee and four-time 2022 VMA nominee presented at both respective award shows and was announced with the honor of the “Breakthrough Artist” Award for the 2022 Variety Hitmakers.
Latto was also honored with the “Powerhouse Award” at Billboard’s 2023 Women in Music Awards. Most recently, she won “Best Female Rap Artist” at the 2023 BET Awards and “Song of the Summer” for her collaboration with BTS’ Jung-Kook, “Seven,” at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards.The track debuted at #1 on theBillboard Hot 100 and was #1 on the Global 200 chart for six weeks in a row, making it one of the longest runs for a track on that chart.
Withover1 billion streams worldwide across all platforms and accolades continuing to rack up from her success, it’s clear that Latto has set the stage to become a global superstar. The release of her hit RIAA-certified 3x Platinum single “Big Energy”in September 2021 has made Latto inescapable.
She went on to make history with the single as the first female rapper to everhave a #1 record at Pop, Rhythm and Urban Radio with the same single. Overall, she’s also the first female artist in 12 years to accomplish this feat, joining the company of Rihanna (“Rude Boy”), Alicia Keys (“No One”), Beyoncé (“Irreplaceable”), Mary J. Blige (“Be Without You”) and Mariah Carey (“We Belong Together”), the last five to previously achieve this. Last year she was also nominated for “Top Rap Female Artist” for the 2022 Billboard Music Awards and gave a fresh, elevated performance of “Big Energy” – click here to watch. Latto delivered another show-stopping performance at the end of June with a medley of “It’s Givin” and “Big Energy (Remix)” – for the latter she brought out Mariah Carey and Young Dirty Bastard – after winning her first-ever award for “Best New Artist” at the 2022 BET Awards – watch the performanceHERE/ watch her acceptance speech HERE.
Latto also performed at Spotify’s “Best New Artist” event, the legendary Clive Davis Pre-Grammy Gala,Billboard’s 2023 Women in MusicAwards (click here to watch), the2023 iHeart Music Awards(click hereto watch) and the 2023 BET Awards (click hereto watch).
Latto just wrapped a summer festival run in Europe that included Wireless Festival(London), Roskilde Festival (Denmark),Rolling Loud Germany, and more. She also attended Milan Fashion Week where she went to various shows including Robert Cavalli, Etro, Blumarine, Diesel and GCDS. With the release of her latest singles and collaborations plus working on her next album, the next chapter of Latto’s career will havemore new music, more vibrant visuals and more big energy from The Biggest.
iHeartMedia Rings in the Holiday Season With Its Iconic 2023 National ‘iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One’ With the Exclusive Broadcast Special Moving to ABC
Olivia Rodrigo, Usher, Nicki Minaj, SZA,Niall Horan, OneRepublic, AJR, Sabrina Carpenter, Miguel, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush, NCT DREAM, Flo Rida and More Top ArtistsLead All-Star Lineups in Major Cities Across the U.S. Including New York, Los Angeles, Miami, Chicago and Dallas/Fort Worth
ABC Becomes Exclusive Broadcast Partner for ‘The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One’ Television Special on Dec. 21
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK – DECEMBER 05: (L-R) Zach Filkins, Drew Brown, Ryan Tedder, Brent Kutzle, Brian Willett and Eddie Fisher of OneRepublic attend Pandora LIVE at Avant Gardner on December 05, 2022 in Brooklyn, New York. (Photo by Dimitrios Kambouris/Getty Images for SiriusXM)
iHeartMedia will celebrate the holiday season across the nation with its annual “iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One” – the season’s iconic live music event, which captures the music and holiday spirit on iHeartRadio stations across America and the iHeartRadio app with performances by this year’s biggest artists including Olivia Rodrigo, Usher, Nicki Minaj, SZA, Niall Horan, OneRepublic, AJR, Sabrina Carpenter, Miguel, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush, NCT DREAM, Flo Rida and more. This year, “The 2023 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One” will stop in Tampa, Florida; Dallas/Fort Worth; Los Angeles; Chicago; Detroit; New York; Boston; Washington, D.C.; Philadelphia; Atlanta; and Miami/Fort Lauderdale.
“Our annual iHeartRadio Jingle Ball lineup is one of our most anticipated of the year, and we’re excited to finally share who will be joining us on the road this season,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “This event always showcases the best in pop music and gives our listeners the chance to celebrate the holiday season alongside their favorite artists. We’re thrilled with this year’s artists and we can’t wait to see them put on a great show.”
iHeartMedia and ABC also announced today a new multi-year agreement for ABC to become the exclusive television broadcast partner for the iconic event. iHeartRadio Jingle Ball tour stops will be part of the exclusive network special, airing Dec. 21 at (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST/PST). The special will be available on demand and on Hulu the following day.
“The biggest holiday music event in America is coming to ABC for the first time,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia. “Viewers will have a front row seat to experience this multi city tour as it rolls across the country.”
For the ninth straight year, Capital One will be the national presenting partner of the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour. Eligible Capital One cardholders will get first access to high-demand tickets and exclusive experiences through a special Capital One cardholder presale in each city and can also redeem rewards for curated ticket packages on Capital One Entertainment.
The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Capital One cardholder presale begins Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 10 a.m. local time and runs through Thursday, Oct. 5, at 10 a.m. local time, or while presale tickets last. Presale info and tickets will be available at iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne.
All other tickets go on sale to the General Public on Friday, Oct. 6 at 12 p.m. local time and will be available at www.iHeartRadio.com/JingleBall.
Capital One cardholders can add a Capital One Access Pass to any pre-sale ticket purchase (while supplies last) to attend an exclusive pre-show event at the Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C. stops, which includes a private performance by iHeartRadio Jingle Ball artists Niall Horan, Big Time Rush and OneRepublic depending on the city, complimentary food and drinks, and more.
The 2023 iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One Schedule Includes the Following:
Tampa, Florida – Sunday, Nov. 26, at 7 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio 93.3 FLZ’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at Amalie Arena
The star-studded lineup features: Niall Horan, Teddy Swims, Zara Larsson, Doechii, Paul Russell, Kaliii and Lawrence
Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas – Tuesday, Nov. 28, at 7:30 p.m. CST – iHeartRadio 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at Dickies Arena
The star-studded lineup features: Jelly Roll, Doechii, Big Time Rush, Flo Rida, LANY, Paul Russell, Kaliii and P1Harmony
Los Angeles – Friday, Dec. 1, at 7:30 p.m. PST – iHeartRadio 102.7 KIIS FM’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at the Kia Forum
The star-studded lineup features: Olivia Rodrigo, Niall Horan, AJR, Sabrina Carpenter, Miguel, Doechii, Flo Rida, (G)I-DLE and P1Harmony
Chicago – Monday, Dec. 4, at 7 p.m. CST – iHeartRadio 103.5 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at Allstate Arena
The star-studded lineup features: Nicki Minaj, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush, Doechii, (G)I-DLE and Kaliii
Detroit – Tuesday, Dec. 5, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Channel 95.5’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at Little Caesars Arena
The star-studded lineup features: Usher, Jelly Roll, Lil Durk, Big Time Rush, Flo Rida, Doechii, Kaliii and (G)I-DLE
New York – Friday, Dec. 8, at 7 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Z100’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at Madison Square Garden
The star-studded lineup features: Olivia Rodrigo, SZA, OneRepublic, Sabrina Carpenter, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush, Doechii, Pentatonix, David Kushner and Melanie Martinez
Boston – Sunday, Dec. 10, at 6 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio KISS 108’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at TD Garden
The star-studded lineup features: SZA, Sabrina Carpenter, OneRepublic, Flo Rida, David Kushner, Melanie Martinez, NCT DREAM and (G)I-DLE
Washington, D.C. – Monday, Dec. 11, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Hot 99.5’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at Capital One Arena
The star-studded lineup features: OneRepublic, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush, Doechii, Flo Rida, Melanie Martinez, David Kushner, NCT DREAM and (G)I-DLE
Philadelphia – Tuesday, Dec. 12, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Q102’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at Wells Fargo Center
The star-studded lineup features: Usher, OneRepublic, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush, Doechii, David Kushner and (G)I-DLE
Atlanta – Thursday, Dec. 14, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Power 96.1’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at State Farm Arena
The star-studded lineup features: Nicki Minaj, Ice Spice, Sabrina Carpenter, Flo Rida, David Kushner, Kaliii and NCT DREAM
Fort Lauderdale/Miami, Florida – Saturday, Dec. 16, at 7:30 p.m. EST – iHeartRadio Y100’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One at Amerant Bank Arena, Ft. Lauderdale
The star-studded lineup features: Marshmello, AJR, Flo Rida, Ludacris, LANY, David Kushner, Kaliii and Paul Russell
iHeartMedia and all its broadcast radio stations are committed to inspiring and creating positive change that improves the lives of others. For the 10th consecutive year, 10 cities on the tour, Los Angeles; Chicago; Detroit; New York; Boston; Philadelphia; Washington, D.C.; Atlanta; Tampa and Miami/Fort Lauderdale will partner with the Ryan Seacrest Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to inspiring today’s youth through entertainment and education focused initiatives. In addition, iHeartRadio’s 106.1 KISS FM’s Jingle Ball in Dallas will work with the Kidd’s Kids program of the Kraddick Foundation, whose mission is to provide hope and happiness by creating beautiful memories for families of children with life-altering or life-threatening conditions. Each event will allocate a portion of ticket sales to its benefiting organization as well as offer exclusive packages through online auctions leading up to the events.
“The Ryan Seacrest Foundation is honored to partner with the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour for its 10th year,” said Meredith Seacrest Leach, Executive Director & COO of the Ryan Seacrest Foundation. “iHeartRadio’s ongoing support allows us to continue expanding in children’s hospitals across the country, bringing creative and engaging experiences to patients and families when they need it most. iHeartRadio has been a key partner of ours and we are forever grateful for their continued investment in the foundation.”
Proud partners of this year’s national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball include presenting partner Capital One, M&M’S® and Marshalls, with more to be announced.
“The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One” is executive produced by Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia, John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia, and Bart Peters, Senior Vice President, Production & Development for iHeartMedia. The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball special on ABC is produced by OBB Pictures, a division of Michael D. Ratner’s OBB Media, which is behind the Grammy-nominated Justin Bieber: Our World, the critically acclaimed SXSW opening night headliner Demi Lovato: Dancing with the Devil and more.
Audacy has announced new weekday programming for The Fan Upstate (97.7 FM / 97.1 FM) in Greenville. The current midday show, “The Rob Brown Show,” will move to morning drive and be heard weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET. The station will also begin airing CBS Sports Radio’s “Reiter Than You” with Bill Reiter from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. ET. Both changes are effective October 2.
“‘The Rob Brown Show’ has been a winner in middays for The Fan Upstate and will be even better in morning drive,” said Steve Sinicropi, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Audacy Greenville-Spartanburg. “Rob and Lonzo deliver an engaging, fast-paced sports talk show and are fresh off winning the best sports show in South Carolina for the second time. We’re equally as excited to debut Bill Reiter and his highly popular program to middays to carry listeners through their day. Upstate sports fans will love this new lineup and the quality sports radio content it will deliver.”
“It has been an incredible honor to be a voice in what I consider one of America’s best sports markets. To be allowed to move our show to the morning drive and reach even more sports fans across The Upstate is something I don’t take for granted, said Brown. “We have always had one goal: to keep listeners entertained and up-to-date on the sports stories they care about from our community, region and country. We will give everything we have to ensure Upstate sports fans start their morning with some audio caffeine and tremendous discussions about the topics they’re passionate about.”
Brown has hosted “The Rob Brown Show” for the last three years on The Fan Upstate. He has also served as the on-air play-by-play host for the Byrnes High School Rebels since 2019. This year, “The Rob Brown Show” won “Best Sports Show” at the annual State Television and Radio (STAR) Awards presented by the South Carolina Broadcasters Association (SCBA).
Listeners can tune in to The Fan Upstate on air in the Upstate on 97.7 FM in Greenville, 97.1 in Spartanburg, and nationwide on the Audacy app and website. Fans can also connect with the station via X, Facebook and Instagram.
AUDACY INKS TWO CONTENT DISTRIBUTION AGREEMENTS TO BOLSTER REACH OF BETQL NETWORK’S “YOU BETTER YOU BET”
Audacy has announced a series of content distribution partnerships to bolster the reach of “You Better You Bet,” the No. 1 sports betting live show and podcast in the U.S. The show, starring co-hosts Nick Kostos and Ken Barkley, is heard on BetQL Network, Audacy’s network of sports betting content heard across its broadcast portfolio and digital platforms.
The Company has partnered with Stadium, an interactive sports network, to bring “You Better You Bet” to audiences nationwide via Stadium’s portfolio, WatchStadium.com/Live and Stadium affiliates YouTubeTV, The Roku Channel, FuboTV, Amazon, Samsung TV Plus, Tubi and more. “You Better You Bet” airs on Stadium weekdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET.
Audacy has also announced a deal with SiriusXM to air You Better You Bet on Sirius channel 217, XM channel 205 and on the SiriusXM app. The show will be heard weekdays from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET beginning October 2.
“We’re thrilled to announce these strategic agreements with Stadium and SiriusXM, which will significantly expand the reach of ‘You Better You Bet,’ solidifying its position as the No. 1 sports betting podcast in the U.S.,” said Mitch Rosen, Vice President, BetQL Network. “Our commitment to delivering top-tier sports betting entertainment to a wider audience has never been stronger, and we look forward to introducing Nick and Ken to new audiences across multiple touchpoints nationwide.”
The BetQL Network is a live, linear digital channel that distributes approximately 100 hours of original weekly content on 59 stations nationwide, the Audacy and BetQL digital platforms and YouTube. The network, which is also the current home of the popular shows “BetQL Daily,” “You Better You Bet,” “The Daily Tip” and “BetMGM Tonight” can be consumed on numerous digital on-demand platforms, Audacy-owned and operated broadcast stations around the country and other network broadcast affiliates. The BetQL Network is available nationwide via the Audacy mobile app and website, over 10,000 home and auto-connected devices and betqlnetwork.com.
Legendary Music Executive Breyon Prescott Named gamma.’s EVP, Content and Brings His Chameleon Music Group to gamma.
SHAQ & KOBE,” NEW SONG + MUSIC VIDEO IN COLLABORATION WITH HIP-HOP SUPERSTAR MEEK MILL
gamma., the artist-first multimedia platform providing creative and business services across all artistic and commercial formats, today announces a major expansion of its artist, executive, and content rosters with the addition of the illustrious hip-hop impresario, business magnate and cultural icon Rick Ross and his Maybach Music Group. Ross is a nine-time GRAMMY® Award-nominated multi-platinum superstar, founder and CEO of the highly successful Maybach Music Group label, two-time New York Times bestselling author, serial entrepreneur, real estate tycoon, and owner of a one-of-a-kind car collection, which taken together defines his unique lifestyle, mindset, and culture. At gamma., he will not only release music, but also spearhead multimedia projects.
This includes unleashing his powerhouse collaboration with mentee and brother in arms, multi-platinum superstar Meek Mill.The first taste of the Ross & Meek collaboration is “Shaq & Kobe,” an aptly titled gripping and powerful ode to a relationship between a mentor and his protégé, with a reconciled bond of brothers. The song’s cinematic video showcases how both have given their blood sweat and tears to their artistry and how that has paid off. The natural interplay between them musically and visually maximizes their potency and influence.
“You know Breyon and I have been making money together for a long time, even more important, we have always been able to do great business, which is why I look forward to this partnership with gamma. This is a big move for Larry to be in the position he’s in and for me to be in the position I’m in it’s only right we come together and make some HISTORIC moves,” says Rick Ross.
“Rick Ross epitomizes the multimedia and multi-format market leader that gamma. was created to amplify,” said gamma. Co-founder and CEO, Larry Jackson. “We couldn’t be happier to formalize our relationship, welcome him to the gamma. family, and propel the trajectory of an already well-established empire. We’re beyond excited for the world to experience his highly anticipated collab reunion album with Meek.”
Also joining gamma. is longtime Ross business partner and veteran label executive, producer and artist manager Breyon Prescott, including his Chameleon Entertainment label and catalog. As Executive Vice President, Content, Prescott will identify and sign talent to his Chameleon/gamma. imprint as well as attract multimedia projects to the company. In addition, he will continue to manage the music career of Oscar winner Jamie Foxx.
“I’m excited to be part of the passionate team at gamma. Larry and I first worked alongside each other with the legendary Clive Davis, where we broke many artists and enjoyed a historic musical run,” said Prescott. “I look forward to introducing fresh talent and compelling new ventures. With my arrival to gamma., I wanted to walk in the door with one of the most iconic artists and business leaders that I have been honored to work with and have shared major success with: RICK ROSS! He is not only a one of a kind music legend, but also an incredible human being. It’s thrilling that the first project we’re working on together is the highly anticipated collaboration with Meek. Can’t wait for the world to experience it.” Prescott brings to gamma. decades of experience as both label executive and artist manager. He has not only worked alongside industry giants Clive Davis and L.A. Reid, but has partnered with a wide range of heralded artists to create seminal music including Foxx, Drake, Kanye West, Yo Gotti, D’Angelo, and Angie Stone among them.
Prescott’s Chameleon Music Group, initially a joint venture with J Records/RCA Records, was home to Jamie Foxx’s double platinum Unpredictable, which boasted the #1 hit “Gold Digger,” in which Kanye West performed and produced. Prescott introduced then up and coming superstar Drake to Foxx which forged the #1 single “Fall For Your Type.” Additionally, he bolstered Brandy’s Two Eleven, which spawned the hit single “Put It Down” featuring Chris Brown. As Head of Urban Music at Epic Records he enjoyed successful collaborations with Ross, Diddy, Dr. Dre and Yo Gotti among others.
iHeartMedia announced today that Cressy Walton joins iHeartMedia as VP of Sales for the Phoenix Region, effective October 9.
iHeartMedia Phoenix has a strong cross-platform presence and includes a number of iconic brands and franchises — both broadcast and digital — encompassing more than eight stations comprised of music, talk and news formats.
iHeartMedia has the leading consumer reach and influence across multiple platforms and delivers more live programming than any other media company.
As VP Sales, Cressy will be responsible for driving client success, working closely with sellers and the sales management team in growing revenue in the Phoenix region. She will report to Nancie Sullivan, SVP of Sales for iHeartMedia Phoenix.
“I couldn’t be more thrilled to have Cressy join our team here in Phoenix. With her knowledge of the market and her extensive experience, she will be an integral part of the leadership team who will continue to strengthen our position in the market and in the Phoenix ad community,” said Nancie Sullivan, SVP of Sales for iHeartMedia Phoenix.
“I have been watching Cressy grow her career for many years since she left the Phoenix market and am very excited to have her join our sales leadership team. Her track record of success working with sales teams to help partners grow their business in broadcast, digital and sponsorship is impressive, and I know she will make a big impact with all the assets iHeart has to offer,” said Linda Little, Region President for iHeartMedia Phoenix.
Cressy was hired from Alpha Media Portland, where she served as the Director of Sales for the past four and a half years, and as General Sales Manager for eight years prior to that.
She began her career in sports marketing and found her passion for broadcast radio here in Phoenix. She is a graduate of University of Arizona and University of Nevada.
“I’m thrilled to be back where my media journey began many years ago and to join the talent-rich sales team at iHeart Phoenix. My goal is to help us grow and create opportunities by bringing together the expertise of the Phoenix team to our advertisers, all while tapping into the incredible reach of iHeart’s iconic brands and massive audience,” said Cressy Walton.
Top Recording Artists Olivia Rodrigo, SZA, OneRepublic, Sabrina Carpenter, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush and MoreLead All-Star Lineup in New Yorkat Madison Square Garden
ABC Becomes Exclusive Broadcast Partner for ‘The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One’ Television Special on Dec. 21
Z100, New York’s #1 Hit Music Station, today unveiled the star-studded lineup for its annual holiday concert, iHeartRadio’sZ100 Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One, taking place on Friday, December 8 at 7 p.m.at Madison Square Garden.
iHeartRadio Z100’s Jingle Ball 2023 Presented by Capital One will include performances by Olivia Rodrigo, SZA, OneRepublic, Sabrina Carpenter, Jelly Roll, Big Time Rush, Doechii, Pentatonix, David Kushner and Melanie Martinez.
iHeartRadio Z100’s Jingle Ball 2023 marks the 27th time the event has been at Madison Square Garden, taking place at the iconic venue every year the event has been held since its inception in 1996.
Z100’s Jingle Ball 2023 is part of the national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour Presented by Capital One, the season’s biggest annual holiday music event that captures the music and holiday spirit of the iHeartRadio app with performances by this year’s biggest artists in Tampa; Dallas/Ft. Worth; Los Angeles; Chicago; Detroit; New York; Boston; Washington, D.C.; Philadelphia; Atlanta; and Miami/Ft. Lauderdale.
iHeartMedia and ABC also announced today a new multi-year agreement for ABC to become the exclusive television broadcast partner for the iconic event.
iHeartRadio Jingle Ball tour stops will be part of the exclusive network special, airing Dec. 21 at (8:00-10:00 p.m. EST/PST). The special will be available on demand and on Hulu the following day.
For the ninth straight year, Capital One will be the national presenting partner of the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Tour. Eligible Capital One cardholders will get first access to high-demand tickets and exclusive experiences through a special Capital One cardholder presale in each city and can also redeem rewards for curated ticket packages on Capital One Entertainment.
The iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Capital One cardholder presale begins Tuesday, Oct. 3, at 10 a.m. local time and runs through Thursday, Oct. 5, at 10 a.m. local time, or while presale tickets last. Presale info and tickets will be available at iHeartRadio.com/CapitalOne.
All other tickets go on sale to the General Public on Friday, Oct. 6 at 12 p.m. local time and will be available at www.iHeartRadio.com/JingleBall.
Capital One cardholders can add a Capital One Access Pass to any pre-sale ticket purchase (while supplies last) to attend an exclusive pre-show event at the Dallas/Fort Worth, Los Angeles, Chicago, New York, and Washington, D.C. stops, which includes a private performance by iHeartRadio Jingle Ball artists Niall Horan, Big Time Rush and OneRepublic depending on the city, complimentary food and drinks, and more.
“Z100’s Jingle Ball is a huge part of New York City’s holiday magic,” said Mark Medina, Top 40 Brand Coordinator and Program Director for Z100. “We are excited for another iconic night celebrating 2023’s top artists with all our listeners at Madison Square Garden.”
Every year, Z100’s Jingle Ball Presented by Capital One gives back to the community to celebrate the holiday season.
This year’s official charity isthe Ryan Seacrest Foundation – $1.00 of each ticket sold will be donated to the non-profit organization, which is dedicated to inspiring today’s youth through entertainment and education-focused initiatives.
Proud partners of this year’s national iHeartRadio Jingle Ball include presenting partner Capital One, M&M’S®, and Marshalls, with more to be announced. Z100’s Jingle Ball 2023 is also sponsored locally by Mercedes-Benz, NordicTrack, M&M’S®, Coca-Cola, Joah Beauty, Dunkin’®, Your local Honda Dealers, scünci®, Snapple®, Ariana Grande Fragrances, Panda Express, Lincoln Tech, NJ TRANSIT, Slomin’s Home Security with more to be announced.
For the latest information on Z100’sJingle Ball 2023, log on to www.Z100.comkeyword: Jingle Ball or listen to Z100’s Jingle Ball on-air or online via the station’s website, as well as on iHeartRadio.com and the iHeartRadio mobile app.
iHeartMedia is the leading media outlet in the New York market with multiple platforms, including its broadcast stations; live events; data; and its digital businesses and platforms, including mobile, social, and its own iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting, and live streaming radio service – with 3 billion app downloads and more than 160 million registered users.
Artists and/or event subject to change or cancellation without notice.
Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) announces that it has launched Power 105.1/KCJK-FM, the new destination radio station for Kansas City’s Hip Hop and R&B fans.
The all-new Power 105.1 replaces Cumulus Kansas City’s 107.3/KMJK-FM, a Hip Hop and R&B station that evolved from its Urban Adult Contemporary format after Cumulus Media acquired the station in 2004.
KCJK-FM was previously programmed as Rock-formatted 105.1 The X. Concurrently, Power 105.1 launched its new website today at https://www.power1051kc.com/.
Power 105.1 is home to the biggest names in Hip Hop including Drake, Meghan Thee Stallion, Cardi B, and Lil Durk, along with hits from R&B superstars like Beyoncé, Sza, Usher, and Chris Brown.
Heritage local Kansas City personalities host each Power 105.1 daypart, including:
The Shay Moore Morning Show, 5:00am-10:00am
Ivani Bing Middays, 10:00am-3:00pm
Boogie D Afternoons, 3:00pm-7:00pm
Jess Live at Night, 7:00pm-Midnight
Donna Baker, Regional Vice President/Market Manager, Cumulus Media, said: “The opportunity to best serve the entire KC community with our dominant cluster of stations is now in place. This change combines the incredible reach of the KCJK 100,000-watt signal with the biggest genre in modern popular music–Hip Hop and R&B. Congratulations to Operations Manager Jim Fox and Program Director Boogie D, along with our incredible lineup of beloved local personalities.”
Jowcol “Boogie D” Dolby, Program Director, Power 105.1, commented: “I’m very excited for Kansas City! Power 105.1 is designed to represent the culture of Hip Hop and R&B and this great Kansas City community. We are KCMO AND KCK. We are here for the community we serve, and we are here to win! Thank you to the Cumulus leadership team for making this dream a reality. KC, Let’s Go!”
Kenny Smoov, Vice President, Urban Formats, Cumulus Media, added: “Our Kansas City team is excited to bring championship level Hip Hop and R&B content on-air, online, and in these KC streets. Let’s Power UP!!!”
iHeartMedia Washington, D.C. has a strong cross-platform presence and includes a number of iconic brands and franchises — both broadcast and digital — encompassing eight stations comprised of music, sports, talk and news formats.
iHeartMedia has the leading consumer reach and influence across multiple platforms and delivers more live programming than any other media company.
As Morning Show Host, Jaxon will be responsible for hosting “BIG. Rock. Mornings.” Jaxon will report to Dustin Matthews, Director of Rock Programming for iHeartMedia Washington, D.C.
“I’ve been a Jaxon fan for years, so I’m thrilled to welcome him to the iHeartMedia D.C. team!” said Dustin Matthews, Director of Rock Programming. “And as an avid football fan, he’s the perfect match to join forces with the Washington Commanders. Jaxon brings a unique ability to engage our audience with storytelling and expert analysis about music and sports. I can’t wait for him to rock the Nation’s Capital with us every morning on the mighty BIG 100!”
Jaxon joins the Washington, D.C. market from Philadelphia, P.A., where he most recently served as the afternoon host on WMMR-FM. He has been in the radio industry for three decades and previously hosted morning shows in Boston, Denver, and Salt Lake City.
“I’m beyond thrilled to join the BIG 100 family!” said Jaxon. “Huge thanks to Brad Hardin, James Howard, Dustin Matthews and Jeff Kapugi for helping me find the perfect spot on iHeart’s roster of stellar talent. I look forward to waking up DC every morning, and I’m super excited about our relationship with the Washington Commanders. This is going to be fun, BIG fun!”
iHeartMedia is the leading media outlet in the Washington, D.C market with multiple platforms, including its broadcast stations; live events; data; and its digital businesses and platforms, including mobile, social and its own iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service – with 3 billion app downloads and more than 160 million registered users.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame announced today that it will break ground next month on a 50,000 square-foot expansion project, which will allow the Museum to better serve its next 14 million visitors from across the country and around the world.
Designed by Practice for Architecture and Urbanism (PAU), the expansion will integrate the iconic original building designed by I.M.
Pei with the urban Cleveland lakefront, while increasing the size of the Museum by one third. With $135 million raised towards the capital campaign, the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame will begin construction this Fall.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame addition, designed by PAU under the leadership of Vishaan Chakrabarti, takes cues from the visual language of Pei’s original 1995 signature glass pyramid while preserving its distinct identity as a Cleveland landmark and activating the surrounding streetscape and lakefront.
The expansion will feature a new entry lobby and publicly accessible space; exhibition spaces, offices, state-of-the-art education center and a 6,000+-square-foot multipurpose venue.
“The renowned architecture of the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame is symbolic of the innovation and creativity of generations of music icons,” said Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Museum President & CEO, Greg Harris. “30 years after we broke ground on the original structure we embark on this next chapter in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s legacy, including expanding the museum’s world-class education and exhibition offerings, and we are thrilled to partner with the architectural and design visionaries at PAU, including Vishaan Chakrabarti.”
“This transformation will expand the Rock Hall’s iconic structure to meet the demands of its evolving mandate: to showcase the past, present and future of rock & roll as the defining sound of each generation’s youth,” said Chakrabarti, Founder and Creative Director of PAU. “Our design welcomes visitors by pulling the forces of the City, the Lake, and Pei’s Pyramid together into a new triangular composition that centers on a dynamic, aural, and inclusive public interior that flows from the streets to the waterfront—a destination that declares this must be the place.”
PAU’s design reinterprets Pei’s organization of solid shapes “dancing” around a central transparent pyramid. A triangular-shaped building interlocks with and extends outward from the original glass structure.
Specific programmatic elements are articulated as solid shapes asymmetrically arranged under a tilted triangular roof. Clad in black steel and specular granite, the façade evokes Cleveland’s industrial past while representing a contemporary counterpoint to Pei’s design.
The addition sets a new tone for the visitor experience while responding functionally, operationally, and aesthetically to the existing pyramid.
Where the two structures converge, a large publicly accessible interior atrium welcomes visitors, drawing in passersby with circulation pathways that connect the street to an exterior lake promenade. In addition to functioning as an urban pedestrian link, the new venue and exhibition spaces provide greatly increased flexibility to allow for larger exhibitions and events.
By weaving indoor and outdoor public and programmatic spaces, PAU’s design transforms the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame into both a lively new cultural destination as well as a civic gathering space seamlessly integrated with the city.
Yesterday, BET announced this year’s “BET Hip Hop Awards” 2023 will honor the 30th anniversary of iconic record label So So Def with a star-studded performance from GRAMMY®-Award-winning producer, songwriter, hip-hop artist, author, and DJ, Jermaine Dupri, as well as Bone Crusher, Bow Wow, Da Brat, Dem Franchize Boyz, Ludacris and more.
Hosted by GRAMMY®-nominated recording artist, actor, entrepreneur, and media personality Fat Joe, the annual show premieres Tuesday, October 10, 2023, at 9:00 PM ET/PT.
In commemoration of Hip-Hop’s 50th anniversary, Jermaine Dupri recently debuted a brand new single and music video, “Pick It Up” (feat. Jacquees), available today. It arrived as the first offering from his forthcoming EP, which will be released via Mass Appeal and will feature collaborations with artists he has not previously worked with.
Produced by Dupri and Bryan-Michael Cox, the new single teems with a head-nodding soundscape amplified by sizzling hi-hats and charging bass kicks. Jacquees unleashes an anthemic hook in, “Call me and I come through, and I put it down, what you gon’ do?”Dupri follows with an incendiary verse in his instantly-recognizable signature style. The cinematic music video directed by Diesel Films follows Dupri and Jacquees as they turn up at an arcade. It features a flurry of dancing, fashionable fits, and old-school cars.
Earlier this year, Jermaine Dupri and New Orleans-based rapper and founder of Jet Life Recordings Curren$y unleashed their highly anticipated collaborative EP For Motivational Use Only.
