A collection of news, case studies and resources that will keep you informed on the radio world and what's going on here at Hubbard Radio Phoenix!
A collection of news and developments in the radio world. Areas of focus include: industry trends and developments, ratings, podcasting, radio + digital opportunities, streaming, live music, personnel changes as well as some of the fun things going on in the Hubbard Radio Phoenix building. I hope you find this information useful and I appreciate you allowing me to hit your inbox with this newsletter!
The History of Productivity Music
There is an interesting history behind music in the workplace. The team at Dropbox recently published a great article on some of the ins-n-outs of how listening to music while working can have a big impact on productivity!
RIESTER Acquires Santy
The ad agency acquisitions continue. This time it's Santy being acquired by RIESTER. All clients will be rolled over to RIESTER's client roster. For more information on the acquisition, head on over to the RIESTER Blog for the full story.
Streaming Outnumbers Cable
We knew this day would come one day & according to a report by the MPAA, online video subscriptions surpassed the number of cable customers in 2018 due to the popularity of platforms such as: Hulu, Amazon Prime & Netflix.
R. Kelly + Michael Jackson
Due to the recent documentaries that have exposed the private lives of R. Kelly & Michael Jackson, you're seeing radio stations around the country pulling them from rotation on the airwaves while online sales and streaming numbers are up. USA Today
iHeartMedia Files For IPO
In an effort to ease some debt, iHeartMedia has filed for an IPO. iHeart's growth plan includes increased presence on smart speakers as well as expanding its involvement in podcasting. Billboard
Alt AZ Session Feat. The 1975
Forty lucky fans got a chance to see Matty Healy of The 1975 perform a few songs in a small intimate setting before their sold out show later that evening at Comerica Theatre. For the fans in attendance, another truly memorable Alt AZ Session. Pictures!
Keeping Spotloads In Check
As more & more operators look to add units in an effort to increase revenue, some are taking the exact opposite approach & are decreasing the amount of available units for commercials per hour! InsideRadio
Getting Back To The Basics
It's easy for marketers to look at everything through a digital lens first & that can prove to be problematic. Jim Knapp recently did a great session at Digital Summit Phoenix 2019 that exposed many of the common flaws in that thinking.
7 Myths About Podcasting
As podcasting becomes more & more mainstream, there are some ideas about the space that may not be entirely accurate. This Radio World article does a great job of highlighting some of the common pitfalls that people can encounter!
RHCP Play The Great Pyramids!
The Red Hot Chili Peppers recently played a show at the great pyramids. From what you'll find online, the show looked really cool but there isn't much good video from the show. With that said, enjoy this TV performance from 1984 instead!
Introducing Pandora NOW
The first byproduct of the new SiriusXM + Pandora relationship is Pandora NOW, a channel created for both audiences. User experiences won't be identical but the opportunity here is how the data can influence what people will hear! Radio Ink
Hollywood Vampires To Play PHX
Supergroup Hollywood Vampires featuring: Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp and Joe Perry are set to play a rare non-holiday show out here in Phoenix at the pool at Talking Stick Resort on May 17th. Details + Tickets
Social Connect Happy Hour
Tisha Marie Pelletier has created some GREAT networking events here in Phoenix. Less "toss as many business cards at people as possible" & more genuine/authentic connecting! Register Here for the next event on 4/30 at 4pm!
FRIED French Fry Festival
There is a great event happening in Downtown Phoenix this weekend. French fries + music, BOOM! Looking for something fun to do downtown? Check out FRIED from 2p - 10p on Saturday at Margaret T. Hance Park. Details + Tickets
Inaugural KUPD Unscripted
Asking Alexandria did an interview & performed for a small group of winners recently at Club Red in Mesa, AZ. Everyone there had a great time & there were puppies as well! See the Video Recap and Pictures for yourself.
Innings Festival
Innings Festival featured Incubus, Jimmy Eat World, Eddie Vedder and more. The weather was perfect & another successful event at Tempe Beach Park is in the books. Didn't make it out to the show? See the video below to relive the event.
Innings Festival 2019
Tempe Beach Park | Video By RaySquared Productions
