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New Roles Will Capitalize on the Success of the iHeartMedia Markets Group and Further Propel Its Growth
 
New York, NY – November 6, 2017 – iHeartMedia, the leading audio company in America with a greater reach in the U.S. than any other media outlet, announced today it has elevated Greg Ashlock and Hartley Adkins as the next step in the evolution of the iHeartMedia Markets Group.  Ashlock, previously President of iHeartMedia Markets Group West Division who also served as the senior business leader representing the company in the West, has been named President of the iHeartMedia Markets Group. In addition, Hartley Adkins, who most recently served as President of Northeast Division and Corporate Operations for the iHeartMedia Markets Group, has been named President of Integrated Revenue Strategy.
 
In his new role, Ashlock will now manage the entire iHeartMedia Markets Group, including the company’s more than 850 radio stations in over 150 markets. This consolidation under one leader will allow iHeartMedia to move quicker, be more responsive, communicate more clearly and best serve both listeners and advertisers based on each market’s unique needs. Division Presidents Kevin LeGrett and Tom McConnell will continue in their roles and report directly to Ashlock.
 
In the newly created position of President of Integrated Revenue Strategy, Adkins will join the Corporate group in New York and will be responsible for working with Group heads and other Corporate leaders to help develop innovative revenue initiatives that scale across multiple platforms as well as new strategic solutions specifically for the Markets Group that utilize the unique assets of iHeartMedia.  He will also have responsibility for certain strategic businesses and will oversee iHeartMedia’s mergers and acquisitions activity with stations and markets as well as represent the company within radio industry groups and associations.
 
Ashlock and Adkins will report to Bob Pittman, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of iHeartMedia, Inc. and Richard J. Bressler, President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer for iHeartMedia, Inc.
 
“We created our iHeartMedia Markets Group to bring decision-making and resources closer to our markets. This is the next step in that evolution to a fully-empowered Markets Group and is a reflection of the success we’ve had so far, not only in our Divisions but with our new Region President structure,” said Pittman. “This new consolidated leadership under Greg will be more nimble, more collaborative and more connected across the entire company, giving the benefit of iHeartMedia’s unparalleled size, scale, technology and data to every local market partner and advertiser as well as for the benefit of every listener.“
 
Pittman added, “Hartley’s new integrated revenue strategy corporate role will allow us to enjoy the benefits of integrated strategies for all of our revenue groups. Hartley will work across all groups at iHeartMedia to drive these new strategies for the benefit of our marketing and advertising partners through all of our revenue channels.”

Ricky Martin, Gente De Zona, CNCO, Reik, Jesse y Joy, Camila Cabello, Pepe Aguilar, Luis Fonsi, Diplo and Yandel Perform Live On One Stage in Miami

Telemundo Aired LIVE Television Special on November 4 Which Included Tributes to First Responders and Heroic Efforts in Communities Impacted by Natural Disasters

New York, NY – November 6, 2017 – The fourth annual iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina: Celebrating Our Heroes, which celebrated the best in Latin music, concluded on Saturday following an evening full of star-studded performances and special tributes to first responders and communities impacted by natural disasters (please see b-roll link HERE for footage). iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina brought the power of the iHeartRadio Music Festival to Latin music and featured live performances by Ricky Martin, Gente De Zona, CNCO, Reik, Jesse y Joy, Camila Cabello, Pepe Aguilar, Luis Fonsi, Diplo and Yandel at the AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami. The event, hosted by Enrique Santos and Telemundo’s Jessica Carrillo.

Telemundo aired the LIVE television special on November 4 at 8pm ET/PT. In addition, iHeartMedia broadcasted the event live on Spanish-Pop, Tropical, regional Mexican and Spanish Adult Hit radio stations across the U.S and live streamed nationwide on iHeartRadio’s Official YouTube Channel. Throughout the event, iHeartMedia and Telemundo provided information on how guests and listeners could support the local communities directly impacted by natural disasters by donating to American Red Cross and The Ricky Martin Foundation.

This year, iHeartMedia and Enrique Santos presented Ricky Martin with the second annual iHeartRadio Premio Corazón Latino award. The award honors an individual that exemplifies their big heart through their selfless work in enhancing the lives, heritage and future of the Latin community. Through The Ricky Martin Foundation, Ricky Martin received this award for his support following Hurricane Maria and his constant work throughout the years with human trafficking.

Straight from the AmericanAirlines Arena in Miami, the magic of iHeartRadio came to Latin music with an extraordinary lineup that included the following highlights:

• Puerto Rican Superstar Ricky Martin opened the show with an incredible performance and spectacular mix of his most recent successes. After his performance, it was a special moment in Latin music history when Ricky Martin gave an emotional acceptance speech while receiving the second annual iHeartRadio Premio Corazón Latino award by iHeartRadio's Enrique Santos. Ricky Martin received this award for his support following Hurricane Maria and his constant work throughout the years with human trafficking and The Ricky Martin Foundation.
• Luis Fonsi reminded the 2017 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina audience just how great of a song his dominating chart-topper “Despacito” is. During Fonsi's set, the singer/songwriter also performed his songs "Corazon En La Maleta," "No Me Doy Por Vencido," and "Party Animal."
• Camila Cabello slayed the stage in Miami and OMG was it amazing. There were no bad things about the performance as she brought all the energy and good vibes to the stage as she performed some of her new music, including "Havana," "OMG," "Bad Things," and ending with "Crying In The Club." She also thanked all of the first responders for their incredible service in the aftermath of all of the recent natural disasters.
• There is no group that knows better how to light a party than Gente De Zona, the most relevant tropical duo of the moment was in charge of putting the whole audience with an explosive musical set. Alexander and Randy captivated everyone with "Si No Vuelves," "Somos Tú y Yo," and "La Gozadera" three of their most successful songs. They did not stop dancing on the stage for a moment moving their hips with their already recognized seductive little steps. The group surprised by inviting the Venezuelan Chyno Miranda to the stage to sing their song "Quédate conmigo." A very special moment because all three have a lot of energy and love to dance.
• Jesse & Joy brought Gente De Zona on state to perform their new single, “3AM”. The pair had many special moments on the stage with their guitars in hand to sing their songs "I'm Not One Of Those," "Run" and "Sidereal Space." During their performance they were also honored for their efforts as volunteers after the earthquakes that shook Mexico, where they became voices of the communities and bearers of aid for the victims.
• Yandel was introduced by the Miami-Dade Fire Department who were part of the rescue team during Hurricanes Irma and Maria. The legend of the urban genre lit the with performances of "Enchanting," "Never Forget Me," "Oh My God," and "Báilame Remix," "Look at it," "Rakata" and "Ahora Es."
• Diplo closed the show with an enormous dance party, as he took the reigns behind the DJ booth to dish out beats, which included a number of Latin hits like "Mi Gente," "Rompe," "Gasolina," and even the Spanish version of Cardi B's "Bodak Yellow."

The iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina is part of iHeartMedia's incredibly successful roster of major concert events, which includes the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the biggest live concert event in radio history, which features more than 20 A-list artists across every music genre on one stage; the iHeartSummer’17 Weekend by AT&T; the nationwide iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Concert Tour; iHeartRadio ALTer EGO; the iHeartCountry Festival; and the iHeartRadio Music Awards, which generated 165 billion social media impressions.

Proud partners of the 2017 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina include 7-Eleven, Ashley HomeStore “This is home”, AT&T, AutoNation, Justice League - in theaters November 17, Marriott International, and Telemundo.

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About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a world-class media company leading the industry in the production and distribution of high-quality Spanish-language content to U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. This fast-growing multiplatform portfolio is comprised of the Telemundo Network and Station Group, Telemundo Deportes, Telemundo Studios, Telemundo Internacional, Telemundo International Studios, Universo, and a Digital Enterprises & Emerging Business unit. Telemundo Network features original Spanish-language entertainment, news and sports content reaching 94% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 17 owned stations, 55 affiliates and its national feed. Telemundo also owns WKAQ, a television station that serves viewers in Puerto Rico. Telemundo Deportes is the designated Spanish-language home of two of the world’s most popular sporting events: FIFA World Cup™ through 2026 and the Summer Olympic Games through 2032. As the #1 media company reaching Hispanics and millennials online, the Digital Enterprises & Emerging Business unit distributes original content across multiple platforms, maximizing its exclusive partnerships with properties such as Buzzfeed, Vox, and Snapchat. Through Telemundo Internacional, the largest U.S.-based distributor of Spanish-language content in the world; Telemundo International Studios, a production unit focused on creating high-end short form, scripted formats for international markets; and Universo, the fastest growing Hispanic entertainment cable network, the company reflects the diverse lifestyle, cultural experience and language of its expanding audience. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

New York, NY – November 2, 2017– iHeartMedia, the leading audio company in America with a greater reach in the U.S. than any other media outlet, announced today that Dr. Michele Madansky will join the company as its Executive Vice President of Insights, Research and Data Analytics, effective November 27. Madansky will report to Peter Ban, Executive Vice President of Revenue & Sales Operation.
 
In her new role, Madansky will develop and manage a variety of data and research efforts involving digital analytics, ratings and measurement, ad sales research, mobile measurement, programming analysis, music research, campaign measurement/attribution and marketing research. Her responsibilities will include providing unique audience and consumer analytics across iHeartMedia’s vast array of operations, which encompass radio broadcasting, online, mobile, digital and social media, live concerts and events, television, syndication, and independent media representation.
 
“Michele has an expansive track record providing cutting edge analytics for a wide variety of today’s biggest media companies,” said Ban. “We’re thrilled she’ll be shaping our research efforts and ensuring our advertising partners are best utilizing iHeartMedia’s unparalleled reach and multiplatform assets.”
 
Madansky’s extensive research background includes operating her own media and market research consulting firm specializing in media and advertising. Over the past decade she has worked with some of the top media companies including BuzzFeed, ESPN, Pinterest, Time Inc., Hearst, Twitter, The New York Times, YouTube, GSN, Chegg and BabyCenter. From 2003 to 2007, Madansky served as Vice President of Global Market Research for Yahoo!; prior to joining Yahoo!, she was a managing partner at analytics consultancy Grey Insight Partners and was the first interactive specialist at advertising agency BBDO.
 
“Through the research I have been conducting with college students over the past 5+ years, I have seen the power of radio and audio and its ability to connect with consumers across multiple platforms including in home, in cars and through their smartphones,” said Madansky. “I look forward to working with iHeartMedia to help marketers continue to best leverage the emotional connections that all audiences have with audio and to measure the impact on their businesses.”
 
Madansky currently serves on the Advertising Research Foundation’s Women in Analytics Advisory Board and on the program board for I-COM (Global Forum for Marketing Data and Measurement). She is a graduate of Brown University and the University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business.

New York – November 2, 2017 – iHeartMedia, the leading audio company with the largest reach of any radio or television outlet in America, and Alpha Media, announced an agreement today to add at least 200 Alpha stations to iHeartRadio, the free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service.

Alpha Media radio stations in 50 markets will be available on iHeartRadio across more than 100 unique device platforms including in-car, in-home, on wearables, on gaming consoles and more – making listeners’ favorite audio content available everywhere they are, on the devices they use most. Station rollout begins today, with all stations available in the coming weeks.
Alpha Media CEO/President, Bob Proffitt commented on the announcement, “We’re excited to join forces with iHeartRadio and expand our digital footprint. This partnership allows us to super serve our fans by reaching them whenever and wherever they choose to listen to us. Alpha Media is live, local and on the go.”

“iHeartRadio is the go-to destination for all things audio including live radio streaming and we are excited to provide a major broadcast company like Alpha, a broadcast-friendly platform that will offer their listeners an all-in-one digital experience,” said Darren Davis, President of the iHeartMedia Networks Group. “We are also always looking for ways to offer even more content and programming options to our hundreds of millions of digital users throughout the country.”

Alpha Media, a diverse, multimedia company owns or operates 228 radio stations and 225 websites serving 50 markets across the United States. In addition to the stations and websites, Alpha Media owns the intimate performance venues, PDX Live Studio in Portland, OR., Alamo Lounge in San Antonio, TX, and StudioEast in Kenosha, WI. Strong relationships with clients and community members keep Alpha true to its Live and Local philosophy. Alpha Media is relentlessly focused on innovation, efficiency, and entertainment. www.alphamediausa.com.

iHeartRadio offers users thousands of Live Radio stations from across the country, personalized custom Artist Radio stations, and the top Podcasts and on-air personalities available everywhere listeners are. Plus, iHeartRadio now features easy-to-use on demand functionality with iHeartRadio Plus and iHeartRadio All Access Powered by Napster, which makes radio truly interactive and connects listeners directly to their music collections. New subscription features include personal music libraries and playlists; the ability to search and play any song instantly; and the option to save and replay songs directly from live and custom radio listening, something no other service or company has the assets to offer. Fans can visit iHeart.com/apps to download and start listening across their favorite devices today.

New York, N.Y. – November 1, 2017 – iHeartMedia announced today a strategic station exchange with Entercom Communications (NYSE: ETM) across four U.S. markets.  Under the agreement, iHeartMedia will acquire seven radio stations from Entercom in Boston, MA and Seattle, WA and Entercom will acquire 10 stations from iHeartMedia in Richmond, VA and Chattanooga, TN.  The agreement is expected to close in the first quarter of 2018.
 
Under the agreement, WRKO-AM, WZLX-FM, WKAF-FM and WBZ-AM in Boston and KZOK-FM, KJAQ-FM and KFNQ-AM in Seattle will join iHeartMedia, which currently operates more than 850 radio stations in 150 markets that reach over a quarter of a billion monthly listeners to its broadcast stations alone; in addition to broadcast, the company reaches audiences across digital, mobile, social and live events. These seven stations will also be available on iHeartRadio, the all-in-one streaming music and live radio service with more than 1.4 billion downloads and 100 million registered users.

Entercom will acquire WRVA-AM, WRXL-FM, WTVR-FM, WBTJ-FM, WRNL-AM and WRVQ-FM in Richmond and WKXJ-FM, WLND-FM, WRXR-FM and WUSY-FM in Chattanooga.  The deal is part of Entercom’s broader divestiture and acquisition package to facilitate the company’s pending merger with CBS Radio.
 
“We’re excited to add these stations to iHeartMedia across broadcast, digital, mobile, social and our spectrum of iHeartRadio-branded live events,” said Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of iHeartMedia.  “This exchange is an opportunity for us to expand our presence and further strengthen our position in two markets  – Seattle and Boston – even though we have to give up two smaller markets that have been an important part of this company.  This was a difficult decision for us, but we think we arrived at the best decision for our company, and we are pleased that we’ll continue to have a presence in the Richmond and Chattanooga markets through the iHeartRadio platform, Premiere Networks, the Total Traffic and Weather Network and the Virginia News Network.”

Pittman added, “These markets are two of the few where we did not have a full complement of stations; now we will have a full complement in Boston and a full complement of FM stations in Seattle.”
 

Event Will Air LIVE On Telemundo and Will Include Tributes to First Responders and Heroic Efforts in Communities Impacted By Natural Disasters

Enrique Santos to Present Ricky Martin with iHeartRadio Premio Corazón Latino Award

New York, NY – October 25, 2017 – iHeartMedia announced today that Ricky Martin, Luis Fonsi and Diplo will join Gente De Zona, Don Omar, CNCO, Reik, Jesse y Joy, Camila Cabello and Pepe Aguilar for the 2017 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina: Celebrating Our Heroes, hosted by Enrique Santos and Telemundo’s Jessica Carrillo on Saturday, November 4 at AmericanAirlines Arena. Telemundo will air the event LIVE as a four-hour television special at 8pm ET which will include special tributes to first responders and communities impacted by natural disasters. iHeartMedia will also broadcast the event LIVE nationwide across its Spanish-Pop, Tropical, regional Mexican and Spanish Adult Hit radio stations and livestream on iHeartRadio’s Official YouTube.

The event will also provide information on how guests and listeners can support the local communities directly impacted by those events by donating to American Red Cross and The Ricky Martin Foundation. For further information and to donate please visit the American Red Cross. For The Ricky Martin Foundation, a 501(C)(3) organization, please visit YouCaring.com/RickyMartin.

This year, iHeartRadio and Enrique Santos will present Ricky Martin with the second annual iHeartRadio Premio Corazón Latino award. The award honors an individual that exemplifies their big heart through their selfless work in enhancing the lives, heritage and future of the Latin community. Through The Ricky Martin Foundation, Ricky Martin is receiving this award for his support following Hurricane Maria and his constant work throughout the years with human trafficking.

Tickets are available now to the general public via iheartradio.com/fiesta. Proud partners of the 2017 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina include Telemundo and AT&T, with more to be announced.

The iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina is part of iHeartMedia's incredibly successful roster of major concert events, which includes the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the biggest live concert event in radio history, which features more than 20 A-list artists across every music genre on one stage; the iHeartSummer’17 Weekend by AT&T; the nationwide iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Concert Tour; iHeartRadio ALTer EGO; the iHeartCountry Festival; and the iHeartRadio Music Awards, which generated 165 billion social media impressions.

Artists and/or events subject to change or cancellation without notice.

About NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises:

NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a world-class media company leading the industry in the production and distribution of high-quality Spanish-language content to U.S. Hispanics and audiences around the world. This fast-growing multiplatform portfolio is comprised of the Telemundo Network and Station Group, Telemundo Deportes, Telemundo Studios, Telemundo Internacional, Telemundo International Studios, Universo, and a Digital Enterprises & Emerging Business unit. Telemundo Network features original Spanish-language entertainment, news and sports content reaching 94% of U.S. Hispanic TV households in 210 markets through 17 owned stations, 55 affiliates and its national feed. Telemundo also owns WKAQ, a television station that serves viewers in Puerto Rico. Telemundo Deportes is the designated Spanish-language home of two of the world’s most popular sporting events: FIFA World Cup™ through 2026 and the Summer Olympic Games through 2032. As the #1 media company reaching Hispanics and millennials online, the Digital Enterprises & Emerging Business unit distributes original content across multiple platforms, maximizing its exclusive partnerships with properties such as Buzzfeed, Vox, and Snapchat. Through Telemundo Internacional, the largest U.S.-based distributor of Spanish-language content in the world; Telemundo International Studios, a production unit focused on creating high-end short form, scripted formats for international markets; and Universo, the fastest growing Hispanic entertainment cable network, the company reflects the diverse lifestyle, cultural experience and language of its expanding audience. NBCUniversal Telemundo Enterprises is a division of NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

The Special Event Marks First Time A Full Podcast Will Air on Broadcast Radio

New York - October 25, 2017 – iHeartMedia will air the acclaimed podcast “Inside Psycho” as a 1-hour special adapted from Wondery’s hit podcast throughout the weekend and leading up to Halloween on select iHeartMedia News/Talk radio stations across the country, including 710 WOR New York, 850 KOA Denver, 610 WIOD Miami, 1130 WISN Milwaukee and more than 70 others. This marks the first time a made-for-podcast show will air across broadcast radio, introducing podcasts to millions of new listeners. The 1-hour special as well as the entire “Inside Psycho” podcast series is also available on iHeartRadio— iHeartMedia’s free, all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service.

Mark Ramsey’s much-lauded “Inside Psycho” — a detailed look behind the scenes of the making of “Psycho”— is a mix of fact and partial fact, transporting listeners closely into the making of one of the most beloved horror films of all time. The 1-hour special event explores the controversial production of “Psycho” and recounts the terrifying true story of Ed Gein, the real-life inspiration for the film’s villain Norman Bates. It contains untold (and starkly compelling) stories of the film’s major players, including Alfred Hitchcock, Anthony Perkins, and Janet Leigh.

“Wondery has a roster of very engaging podcast content and Inside Psycho is no exception,” said Chris Peterson, Senior Vice President of Podcasting for iHeartMedia. “This brand-new ‘Podcast Meets Broadcast’ special will be the first of many seasonal podcast events across iHeartMedia stations. Almost everyone has heard of the movie ‘Psycho,’ which is why the haunting behind-the-scenes accounts told during this 1-hour podcast special makes for the perfect iHeartRadio podcast-to-radio event debut this Halloween. We couldn’t be more excited to share the Inside Psycho podcast with our millions of radio listeners across the country.”

Earlier this year, Wondery’s original six-part “Inside Psycho” ‘audiographic novel’ was enjoyed by hundreds of thousands on demand. Creator Ramsey is a well-regarded media consultant who works with numerous audio, publishing, and digital brands, including iHeartMedia, Apple, CBS, Bonneville, Sirius XM, U-T San Diego, EA Sports and more.

“I’m thrilled and proud that Wondery is working with iHeartRadio to produce this historic event, the first time a podcast will air on broadcast radio,” said Hernan Lopez, CEO of Wondery.

Additionally, Wondery just released the first episodes of “Inside The Exorcist,” a sequel to “Inside Psycho”—also from Mark Ramsey and available on iHeartRadio. This seven-part uniquely-produced podcast—even more detailed and gory than its predecessor—recounts the inside story of one of the scariest and most important movies of the Twentieth Century. “ITE” debuted on the top 10 in Apple Podcasts.  

iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free streaming music radio service with more than 1.4 billion downloads and 100 million registered users, is dedicated to providing an all-in-one listening experience that helps users discover new podcasts alongside their favorite live radio stations, personalities and on-demand music.  With iHeartRadio, listeners can enjoy their music and podcasts across more than 100 unique device platforms including in-car, in-home, on wearables, across gaming consoles and more – making their favorite audio content available everywhere they are, on the devices they use most.

ABOUT WONDERY
Wondery, The Network of Storytellers, creates and curates immersive podcasts in the entertainment, true crime, audio drama, personal growth, business and home & family verticals. For more information visit wondery.com.

The Fatherly Podcast is Hosted by Joshua David Stein and Features Actionable Parenting Tips Alongside Personal Insights From Famous Fathers

New York, NY - October 24, 2017 – Fatherly, the leading digital lifestyle guide for millennial parents, has partnered with iHeartMedia, the leading audio company with the largest reach of any radio or television outlet in America, to launch The Fatherly Podcast on iHeartRadio. Hosted by veteran journalist, children’s book author, and father of two, Joshua David Stein, The Fatherly Podcast is a weekly show about raising children and the lives of men who take on that responsibility. Each episode is built around a wide-ranging interview with a notable father. Interviewees at launch include Emmy Award-winner Sterling K. Brown, preeminent documentary filmmaker Ken Burns and NFL Hall of Famer Michael Strahan, discussing how they’ve balanced their own ambitions and needs with their family and work lives. By providing influential guests with a comfortable forum to speak about themselves as three-dimensional human beings, Fatherly seeks to provide listeners with a model for how to discuss their own successes and struggles as they navigate this next phase.

“Our goal is to create a podcast that makes fathers feel more empowered,” said Andrew Burmon, Editor-in-Chief, Fatherly. “It’s in Joshua’s nature to ask substantive, probing questions and to be forthcoming and honest about his own experiences. This is about bringing private sentiment into the public square and we do that well.”

Each week Joshua will solicit advice from Fatherly Science Editor Josh Krisch, who surfaces the latest research, data, and advice from leading scholars and academics. As a twist, the podcast also features brief conversations with children from around the country about what matters to them right now. In keeping with what readers have come to expect from Fatherly, Joshua will also provide personal product and entertainment recommendations that parents can apply in their busy day-to-day lives.

“Fatherly has built a strong community of readers and marketing partners alike. Through The Fatherly Podcast, we’re creating a new platform where we can offer both engaging content for our audience and new cross-platform opportunities for marketing partners looking to immerse themselves into deeply meaningful conversations among parents,” said Mike Rothman, CEO, Fatherly. “By partnering with iHeartMedia, we’re reaching a massive national audience of dads and moms that map neatly to our audience. The Fatherly Podcast represents the first step in our audio strategy and we’re fired up about the potential for the platform.”  

“Fatherly has done a tremendous job building their brand and creating great content that we know iHeartRadio listeners will enjoy,” said Chris Peterson, Senior Vice President of Podcasting for iHeartMedia. “We are excited to help Fatherly bring their audio strategy to life with the launch of ‘The Fatherly Podcast’ on iHeartRadio. As a new dad myself, it's a thrill to share their meaningful content with the podcast world and to bring further awareness to Fatherly across our millions of listeners.”  

iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one streaming music radio service with more than 1.4 billion downloads and 100 million registered users, is dedicated to providing an all-in-one listening experience that helps users discover new podcasts alongside their favorite live radio stations, personalities and on-demand music.  With iHeartRadio, listeners can enjoy their music and podcasts across more than 100 unique device platforms including in-car, in-home, on wearables, across gaming consoles and more – making their favorite audio content available everywhere they are, on the devices they use most. Visit iHeart.com/apps to download and listen to The Fatherly Podcast on your favorite device now.

The Fatherly Podcast is sponsored exclusively by Hum by Verizon, TLC, and ADT Home Security. The podcast will also be available for download on Apple Podcasts and Google Play.

ABOUT FATHERLY
Fatherly is the leading digital lifestyle guide for millennial parents. By focusing on dads as well as young moms, Fatherly’s able to capture both sides of the parenting market, provide a differentiated content offering in a space oversaturated with “Mom” content, and hone in on a key insight that today’s parents increasingly share parenting responsibilities and purchasing decisions. Fatherly focuses on expert-driven, evidence-based advice and honest stories told by a diverse group of contributors, including Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala and her dad, NASA educators and humanitarian, Melinda Gates.

New Music Competition to Discover and Break America’s Next Emerging Artist to Kick off Next Year on FOX, With Unprecedented Television, Radio and Digital Campaign
 
As Part of Grand Prize, Winner Will Be Named An iHeartMedia “On the Verge” Artist
 
New York, NY – October 17, 2017 - Fox Broadcasting Company (FOX) will team up with iHeartMedia on the new music competition series THE FOUR: BATTLE FOR STARDOM. FOX, home to seminal music-infused series such as “Glee,” EMPIRE and STAR, will work with iHeartMedia, with its more than a quarter billion monthly listeners in the U.S., to support auditions, assist in the search for talent and boost the careers of artists throughout the run of the competition. As part of the grand prize, the winner of THE FOUR: BATTLE FOR STARDOM will also be part of iHeartMedia’s coveted “On the Verge” artist development program, which will support the winning talent with airplay across iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide.
 
The campaign combines the multiplatform scale and reach of both companies, aligning the power of the FOX broadcast network with iHeartMedia’s national footprint, which includes its more than 850 live radio stations across the country; iHeartRadio, its digital music, podcasting and live streaming service; more than 122 million social followers; and its nationally recognized live events, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival and the iHeartRadio Music Awards. THE FOUR initiative follows the recent launch by Fox Networks Group and iHeartMedia of Smart A/V Audiences, the first suite of data-driven advertising products to integrate both audio and video creative units into one platform.
 
THE FOUR: BATTLE FOR STARDOM begins where most competitions end: with the four finalists. Four super-talented singers, chosen from auditions by the show, will defend their coveted spots on the stage, as they are challenged individually by new singers determined to replace them. If the existing four outperform their challengers, they survive to sing another week, until the end of the season, when the final four face off against each other. Only one will claim the ultimate prize for an aspiring artist: a team of elite star-makers – the series’ panel of judges – all committed to launching and guiding the winner’s music career.
 
“With our deep history of shaping pop music culture – from ‘Glee,’ which defied the odds to make musical series cool; to the multi-hit-producing EMPIRE; to ‘Grease: Live,’ which reinvented the live musical for today’s audiences; and ‘American Idol,’ the original star-maker – FOX is uniquely credentialed to bring viewers THE FOUR: BATTLE FOR STARDOM,” said Rob Wade, President, Alternative Entertainment and Specials, Fox Broadcasting Company. “Teaming up with iHeartMedia supercharges our proven ability to launch musical artists into the mainstream, and we can’t wait to get started.”
 
“At iHeartMedia we pride ourselves on discovering and breaking new talent,” said John Sykes, iHeartMedia’s President of Entertainment Enterprises. “Our ‘On the Verge’ initiative has helped launch the careers of artists like Sam Smith, Fifth Harmony, Nick Jonas and many others. We are excited to collaborate with FOX to find the next new artist who will receive this rare opportunity.”
 
Additional details regarding THE FOUR: BATTLE FOR STARDOM will be announced soon. For more information, visit thefourmusic.com.
 
THE FOUR: BATTLE FOR STARDOM was created by Armoza Formats and is produced by ITV Entertainment in association with Armoza Formats. Becca Walker, David Friedman, David George, Adam Sher, David Eilenberg, Moshiko Cohen, Elwin Vizetelly de Groot and Nehama Cohen are executive producers.
 
About Fox Broadcasting Company
Fox Broadcasting Company (FOX), a unit of 21st Century Fox, is home to some of the highest-rated and most acclaimed series on television, including EMPIRE, THE MICK, LETHAL WEAPON, LUCIFER, GOTHAM, THE LAST MAN ON EARTH, NEW GIRL, BROOKLYN NINE-NINE, STAR, THE EXORCIST, THE SIMPSONS, FAMILY GUY, BOB’S BURGERS, HELL’S KITCHEN, MASTERCHEF, MASTERCHEF JUNIOR and SO YOU THINK YOU CAN DANCE; as well as new series THE GIFTED, THE ORVILLE, GHOSTED, BEAT SHAZAM, LOVE CONNECTION and THE F WORD WITH GORDON RAMSAY; and upcoming series LA TO VEGAS, THE RESIDENT (working title) and 9-1-1. FOX airs 15 hours of primetime programming a week, as well as major sports and Sunday morning news. Through the FOX NOW app, FOX viewers can watch full episodes of their favorite FOX shows on a variety of digital platforms, while enjoying enhanced interactive and social capabilities around those shows. Download the FOX NOW app at fox.com/foxnow. To watch primetime programming live on the web, visitfox.com/live. “Like” FOX on Facebook at facebook.com/FOXTV and follow the network on Twitter @FOXTV. For additional information about FOX, please visit fox.com.
 
About ITV Entertainment
ITV Entertainment, part of the ITV America group, is one of the largest international producers for the U.S. market and a major force in acquiring, developing and producing entertainment programming for U.S. networks. ITV Entertainment has a wide slate of series with major networks and syndicators, including HELL’S KITCHEN (FOX); “The First 48” (A&E); “The Job Interview” (CNBC); “The Chase” (GSN); “Four Weddings” (TLC); “Big Star Little Star” (USA); “Help My Yelp” (Food); and the new “Queer Eye” (Netflix), as well as upcoming series and specials for Nickelodeon and A&E, among others.

About Armoza Formats
Established in 2005, Armoza Formats has become a key player in the international content market, rapidly growing to be one of the top independent creators and distributors of global content. Taking the best of Israeli and international creative talent, Armoza Formats spearheads the emergence of compelling content in today’s dynamic market. Our mission is to meet the challenges of the fast-changing media industry with creative broadcast solutions.With over 90 formats in our catalogue and productions across the globe, Armoza Formats has a proven track record of success across all genres – from spectacular primetime entertainment show “I Can Do That!,” now licensed in over 20 countries, to hit game show “Still Standing,” with 5,000 episodes globally, and docu-reality format “Connected,” on air in over 10 territories. Our partners are comprised of broadcasters and production companies across the globe, including FOX, NBC USA, BBC, ITV, Channel 4 UK, TVA Canada, TF1 France, RTL Germany, HBO, TV2 Norway, RAI Italy, Globo Brazil, Azteca Mexico and ZEE TV India.

Mumford & Sons, Cage The Elephant, Beck, Spoon, WALK THE MOON, The National and Dashboard Confessional at the Forum in Los Angeles

New York, N.Y. – October 17, 2017 – iHeartMedia, the leading media company in America with a greater reach in the U.S. than any other radio or television outlet, announced today the first-ever iHeartRadio ALTer EGO. The biggest names in Alternative Rock will come together at the historic, “Fabulous” Forum in Los Angeles on January 19, 2018 to celebrate everything Alternative Rock.

The music of iHeartRadio’s popular Alternative Rock stations and the iHeartRadio App will come to life with an extraordinary lineup including Mumford & Sons, Cage The Elephant, Beck, Spoon, WALK THE MOON, The National and Dashboard Confessional, with more to be announced.

“We’re extremely excited to add iHeartRadio ALTer EGO to our amazing lineup of world-class iHeartRadio events,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “We’ve seen the incredible response from fans every time our alternative rock performers hit the stage at our legendary iHeartRadio Music Festival and know that listeners across the country have waited for an event like this for some time now. It’s going to be an incredible night.”

iHeartRadio ALTer EGO is the newest in iHeartMedia's incredibly successful roster of major concert events, which includes the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the biggest live concert event in radio history, which features more than 20 A-list artists across every music genre on one stage; the iHeartSummer’17 Weekend by AT&T; the nationwide iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Concert Tour; the iHeartCountry Festival; the iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina; and the iHeartRadio Music Awards, which generated 165 billion social media impressions.

“Alternative rock is experiencing an incredible renaissance,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia. “Young bands in their 20’s are making music with the same energy and power of the bands like U2, Depeche Mode and REM, that helped to create the format.”

Beginning December 26, iHeartRadio will launch a nationwide promotion to give Alt-Rock fans across the country the opportunity to win a trip to Los Angeles to attend iHeartRadio ALTer EGO. The promotion will run across more than 75 Alternative and Rock iHeartRadio stations. The event will broadcast live across over 60 Alternative and Rock iHeartRadio stations.

Listeners will have access to a limited number of tickets to iHeartRadio ALTer EGO through a Alt 98-7’s The LIST Pre-Sale beginning Wednesday, October 18 at 10 a.m. PT through October 20 at 10 a.m. PT or while supplies last. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, October 20 at 1 p.m. PT via www.iHeartRadio.com/alterego.

iHeartRadio ALTer EGO is an iHeartMedia Production. For more information, visit iHeartRadio.com/alterego.

Artists and/or events subject to change or cancellation without notice.

About The Forum:

The award-winning “Fabulous” Forum, located in Inglewood, CA, is the largest indoor performance venue in the country designed with a focus on music and entertainment, in addition to select sporting events. The interior of the bowl features flexible seating that ranges from 17,500 seats to 7,000 seats, enabling the venue to attract a wide variety of premier events. Fans at the Forum enjoy approximately 8,000 square feet of event level hospitality offerings, including merchandise, along with food and beverage options from some of SoCal’s most celebrated brands. A tinted glass wall separates this concession area from the arena, ensuring fans do not miss a moment of the performance. A 40,000 square foot outdoor terrace surrounds the perimeter of the building and offers food and beverage options, as well as comfortable furnishings, to further elevate guests’ enjoyment. The Forum delivers a one-of-a-kind experience for all thanks to its superior acoustics, intimate ambiance and state-of-the-art facilities. Designed with entertainers and performers in mind, the venue includes nine, star-caliber dressing rooms that provide unparalleled comfort. The Forum is part of The Madison Square Garden Company’s portfolio of iconic venues, which also includes: New York’s Madison Square Garden, The Theater at Madison Square Garden, Radio City Music Hall and Beacon Theatre; The Chicago Theatre; and the Wang Theatre in Boston. For more information, please visit www.fabulousforum.com.