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Variety Teams Up With iHeartMedia to Co-Produce and Relaunch "PLAYBACK With Kris Tapley" Podcast on iHeartRadio

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New York and Los Angeles – March 1, 2018 – Variety, the most authoritative source for entertainment business news, and iHeartMedia, the leading audio company in America with a greater reach in the U.S. than any other media outlet, today announced a joint venture to co-produce PLAYBACK, a film-focused podcast hosted by Variety Awards Editor Kris Tapley, and relaunch the weekly podcast on iHeartRadio, the free all-in-one digital music, podcast and live streaming radio service. New PLAYBACK episodes will release every Thursday on iHeartRadio, featuring exclusive in-depth interviews with the talents behind many of today's hottest movies.

As part of the collaboration, Variety and iHeartMedia will co-produce a 40-episode season which kicks off today with heavy digital and social promotional support on both platforms. iHeartMedia will also produce custom vignettes that will air across its digital network and broadcast radio stations, introducing the podcast to its more than a quarter of a billion monthly listeners across the country. In anticipation of this weekend’s 90th Academy Awards ceremony, the first co-produced special edition episode of PLAYBACK features a compilation of Tapley’s “best of” interview moments with Academy Award nominees. Guest highlights include Jordan Peele, Daniel Kaluuya, Kumail Nanjiani, Dee Rees, James Mangold, Willem Dafoe, Christopher Nolan, Guillermo del Toro, Sam Rockwell, Martin McDonagh, Greta Gerwig and Saoirse Ronan, Laurie Metcalf, Gary Oldman, and Aaron Sorkin. Upcoming guests will also include Ava DuVernay on March 8 and David Oyelowo on March 15.

"Aligning ourselves with the premiere media and entertainment company with the largest audience reach across digital and radio provides a tremendous opportunity for Variety," said Michelle Sobrino-Stearns, Variety's Group Publisher and CRO. "It is exciting for us to bring our esteemed journalists like Kris Tapley to iHeartMedia’s mass consumer audience."

Tapley has covered the film industry and entertainment awards landscape since 2001. Formerly the editor-at-large for HitFix.com, his work has also appeared in The New York Times, The Times of London and Los Angeles Magazine. He also surveys the Oscar and Emmy seasons under his own "In Contention" banner at Variety.

“We are excited to partner with Variety to bring this top film-focused podcast to the masses just in time for the Oscars,” said Adrienne Pabst, Senior Vice President of Connections for iHeartMedia. “iHeartMedia delivers more hours of live programming than any other media company. Our listeners rely on and trust us for the latest information from news and sports to music, entertainment and gossip, making us the perfect platform to relaunch PLAYBACK’s engaging content to millions of listeners, many who are discovering podcasting for the first time.”

iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service, 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 230 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 PLAYBACK your favorite device now.

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Variety remains the seminal voice of the entertainment industry for 113 years and counting. Featuring award-winning breaking news reporting, insightful award-season coverage, must-read feature spotlights and intelligent analysis of the industry’s most prominent players, Variety is the trusted source for the business of global entertainment. Read by a highly engaged audience of industry insiders, Variety’s multi-platform content coverage expands across digital, mobile, social, print and branded events and summits.

In 2015 and 2016 Variety’s “Actors on Actors” on PBS was awarded the Emmy for best entertainment programming at the Television Academy’s 67th and 68th Los Angeles area Emmy Awards. “Actors on Actors,” an interview special that features pairings of prominent actors discussing their craft, was produced by PBS SoCal in partnership with Variety Media, LLC. FollowVariety on Facebook facebook.com/variety; Twitter, @variety; Instagram, @Variety The Variety Group – Variety, Variety.com, Variety Insight, Indiewire, LA 411, NY 411 – is owned by Variety Media, LLC, a division of Penske Media Corporation.

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Bon Jovi To Perform At The 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards

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Chance The Rapper, Camila Cabello and Bon Jovi To Be Honored At The iHeartRadio Music Awards On Sunday, March 11 Live On TBS, TNT And truTV At 8 pm ET/5 pm PT

NEW YORK, N.Y. and BURBANK, Calif. – February 22, 2018 – iHeartMedia announced today that global rock icons Bon Jovi have been added as performers at the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards which will be hosted by Hailey Baldwin and DJ Khaled. It was also announced that Bon Jovi will receive the iHeartRadio Icon Award; Chance The Rapper will receive the 2018 iHeartRadio Innovator Award; and Camila Cabello will be honored with the iHeartRadio Fangirls Award presented by L'Oréal Paris at the fifth annual fan-fueled television music event live from the historic, “Fabulous” Forum in Los Angeles on Sunday, March 11, 2018.

Previously announced performers include Ed Sheeran, Cardi B, Maroon 5, Camila Cabello and Charlie Puth.

iHeartRadio will honor three-time Grammy winner and seven-time Grammy nominee Chance The Rapper with the 2018 iHeartRadio Innovator Award for his groundbreaking accomplishments in the music industry and his unsurpassable contributions to social causes. As an independent artist, he has risen to the top of hip-hop superstardom and uses his voice to fight for youth empowerment through the arts, education and civic engagement with his non-profit organization, SocialWorks. The multi-faceted artist, activist, actor and entrepreneur is also nominated in the Best Remix category. Past honorees of the iHeartRadio Innovator Award include Pharrell, Justin Timberlake, U2 and Bruno Mars.

At this year's awards, L'Oréal Paris and iHeartRadio will present Camila Cabello with the first-ever Fangirls Award, which recognizes a female artist who has pushed boundaries with her music and message while inspiring her fans around the globe.

Camila embodies the L'Oréal Paris philosophy, "Because You're Worth It" demonstrating ambition, passion and a strong sense of self-worth by breaking out on her own with her first solo album, "Camila." Her No. 1 hit single, "Havana," topped Billboard's Pop Songs chart for seven weeks, marking the longest reign of a song by a solo female artist in nearly five years.

In addition, Bon Jovi will receive the first-ever iHeartRadio Icon Award for their global impact on pop culture, longevity, and continued relevance as a touring and radio force with a loyal fan base worldwide. Bon Jovi has sold over 130 million albums and has performed to more than 34 million fans across 50 countries. The Grammy winning band will be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in April 2018.

Nominees for the iHeartRadio Music Awards were announced on January 10. Artists receiving multiple nominations include Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Camila Cabello, Cardi B, Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee, Justin Bieber, DJ Khaled, Demi Lovato and The Chainsmokers. For a full list of categories click here.

For the first time ever, this year iHeartRadio will present seven awards in the seven nights leading up to the Sunday, March 11 telecast. Each night at 8 p.m. ET, an artist will be presented their award and give an acceptance speech.

The 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards will be hosted by Hailey Baldwin and DJ Khaled and will simulcast live on TBS, TNT and truTV at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT; on iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide; and on the iHeartRadio app, the free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service. TV subscribers can also watch the iHeartRadio Music Awards on the TBS, TNT and truTV Apps.

The awards are produced by iHeartMedia and Den of Thieves. Executive Producers for iHeartMedia are John Sykes, Tom Poleman and Lee Rolontz.

For breaking news and exclusive iHeartRadio Music Awards content visit iHeartRadio.com/awards or follow #iHeartAwards on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Tickets are currently on sale to the general public at ticketmaster.com.

About TBS
TBS, a division of Turner, is home to seven of the most popular and critically-acclaimed new comedy series on cable – Angie Tribeca, Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, The Detour, People of Earth, Search Party, Wrecked and The Guest Book – as well as the animated hit American Dad! Upcoming comedies include The Last O.G., Close Enough, Tarantula and Final Space. TBS also presents late-night comedy in the form of CONAN, starring Conan O'Brien, and Full Frontal with Samantha Bee, and will soon launch a late-night block from Super Deluxe. TBS' slate of unscripted series includes the top-rated competition series Drop the Mic and The Joker's Wild. Additionally, TBS’ programming lineup includes popular comedy hits such as Family Guy, and The Big Bang Theory, blockbuster movies, live coverage of Major League Baseball's regular and post-season play, the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship and ELEAGUE, Turner's professional, eSports gaming competition.

About TNT
TNT, a division of Turner, is basic cable's #1 network in primetime with young adults and is home to one of cable's most popular slates of original series, including: Animal Kingdom, Claws, Good Behavior, The Last Ship, Major Crimes, The Librarians, the upcoming The Alienist, One Day She’ll Darken and more. TNT's premium non-fiction series including Michael Moore Live from the Apocalypse. TNT also presents popular shows such as Arrow, Supernatural, Bones and Castle; primetime specials, such as the Screen Actors Guild Awards® and the iHeartRadio Music Awards; and championship sports coverage, including the NBA and the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship.

About truTV
truTV is the home for original, creator-driven comedy series with a distinct point of view. With millions of engaged fans across linear, digital and social channels, the cable network features a growing roster of critically-acclaimed premium scripted, non-scripted and hybrid series, such as Adam Ruins Everything, At Home with Amy Sedaris, Bobcat Goldthwait’s Misfits & Monsters, Hack My Life, I’m Sorry, Impractical Jokers, Jon Glaser Loves Gear, Talk Show the Game Show, The Carbonaro Effect, The Chris Gethard Show, Those Who Can’t and more. As a division of Turner, truTV is also a partner in airing the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Championship each year.

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Thu, 02/22/2018 - 12:00

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iHeartMedia Announces The Return Of The iHeartCountry Festival By AT&T, Bringing Together Country Music’s Biggest Superstars For The Fifth Straight Year

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The awards are produced by iHeartMedia and Den of Thieves. Executive Producers for iHeartMedia are John Sykes, Tom Poleman and Lee Rolontz.

For breaking news and exclusive iHeartRadio Music Awards content visit iHeartRadio.com/awards or follow #iHeartAwards on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Tickets are currently on sale to the general public at ticketmaster.com.

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Tue, 02/13/2018 - 12:00

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iHeartMedia Announces New Long-Term Contract With Thea Mitchem to Extend Her Role As Executive Vice President for its National Programming Group

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New York, NY – February 6, 2018 – iHeartMedia announced today a long-term contract extension with noted programming and company veteran Thea Mitchem to continue her role in its National Programming Group as Executive Vice President of Programming for its Northeast Division. She will continue to report to Brad Hardin, Executive Vice President and General Manager of the iHeartMedia National Programming Group and Scott Hopeck, President of iHeartMedia New York.

Under the new agreement, Mitchem will continue to partner with iHeartMedia Markets Group Division President Tom McConnell to collaborate with its regions located in the East, providing national programming assets, services and resources. In addition, she will continue to oversee programming of 60-plus iHeartMedia stations in over a dozen markets, including New York City, Boston and Philadelphia. She will also remain a key member of iHeartMedia’s Urban Brand Management Team and help book artists and produce events including Power 105.1 FM’s Powerhouse. Additionally, Mitchem will continue as Program Director for iHeartMedia New York’s Power 105.1 FM, New York's Hip-Hop and R&B, where she works closely with the brand’s nationally-recognized on-air personalities including The Breakfast Club and the sales team to oversee the station’s on-air content, digital footprint and music programming.

“Thea is unquestionably one of the most influential women in the radio industry,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “We’re thrilled that she will continue to oversee programming efforts for our Northeast markets. Under her leadership, we have seen unparalleled ratings success in several markets including Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and New York City, where Power 105.1 has posted the best ratings in the station’s over 15-year history.”

Mitchem was named Executive Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia’s Northeast Division in January 2016. Her over twenty years of radio experience also includes serving as Director of Operations for iHeartMedia Philadelphia and President of iHeartMedia’s Washington D.C. and Baltimore markets, where she grew revenue and audience share for a diverse portfolio of assets including radio stations, the Total Traffic & Weather Network, local digital platforms and live events. Mitchem began her career in programming with WPGC-FM in Washington D.C. Her recognitions include having received the R&R Urban PD of the Year Award, Living Legend Award, Ronnie Johnson Radio Mentor of the Year Award, National Association of Black Female Executives in Music and Entertainment (NABFEME) Executive Milestone Award and S.I.N. Magazine CHR Program Director of the Year Award. For the past two years, Mitchem has been named one of Radio Ink’s Best Program Directors in America.

“I love working with multiple formats and working for iHeartMedia for the past 15 years has allowed me to work with the best talent and programmers in New York and the entire industry,” said Mitchem. “I look forward to continuing to help grow and nurture the next generation of talent and executives, and open doors for more women and minorities in programing and executive positions.”

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The 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards to Feature Performances by Ed Sheeran, Cardi B, Maroon 5, Camila Cabello, Charlie Puth, Backstreet Boys and More

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Hailey Baldwin and DJ Khaled Host The iHeartRadio Music Awards On Sunday, March 11, Live on TBS, TNT and truTV at 8 pm ET/5 pm PT

NEW YORK, N.Y. and BURBANK, Calif. – February 1, 2018 – The fan-fueled fifth annual iHeartRadio Music Awards on Sunday, March 11, will feature today’s biggest artists and music with performances by Ed Sheeran, Cardi B, Maroon 5, Camila Cabello, Charlie Puth and Backstreet Boys with more to be announced, at the historic, “Fabulous” Forum in Los Angeles.

The event will be hosted by Hailey Baldwin and DJ Khaled and will simulcast live on TBS, TNT and truTV at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT; on iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide; and on the iHeartRadio app, the free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service. TV subscribers can also watch the iHeartRadio Music Awards on the TBS, TNT and truTV Apps.

“iHeartRadio is a huge supporter of artists and music, so to get to be part of this celebration is a huge honor,” said DJ Khaled. “It has been an extraordinary year in music and I couldn’t be more excited than to be celebrating these amazing artists with all of their fans nationwide.”

“I'm so excited to be co-hosting this year’s iHeartRadio awards alongside someone as hilarious and talented as DJ Khaled,” said Baldwin. “I've always been a fan of iHeartRadio and am looking forward to a great show filled with some of the most incredible artists who I myself am a fan of too.”

“This is a night that belongs 100 percent to music fans and the artists they love,” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises for iHeartMedia. “They listen to these songs every day on their favorite iHeartRadio station, and this is an opportunity to see them recognized on a national television stage.”

“Fans know that when it comes to the iHeartRadio Music Awards, they can expect one thing – the unexpected,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “Music’s biggest artists always raise the bar with their performances and surprise collaborations, and this year promises to be no exception. We can’t wait.”

“This is a show where fans can see all of their favorite songs performed and all of their favorite stars in one place,” said Michael Bloom, Senior Vice President of Unscripted Series and Specials for TBS & TNT. “That’s what it’s about; those who are craziest about the music choosing their favorites and experiencing them live from the iconic Forum.”

In addition to being a compelling celebration of music and artists, the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards will again celebrate the fans, giving iHeartRadio listeners the opportunity to decide winners in several new and established categories. Fan voting will determine this year’s Best Fan Army presented by Taco Bell, Best Lyrics, Best Cover Song, Best Music Video, the Social Star Award, Best Solo Breakout and the first-ever Cutest Musician’s Pet, Best Boy Band and Best Remix awards. In addition, fans will get to vote on social media during the show for winners of the Best Performance and Best Dressed awards, which will be announced immediately after the event.

Social voting for the Social Star Award and Best Fan Army presented by Taco Bell award began through iHeartRadio’s social sites and in the iHeartRadio app on January 9. Social voting for all other categories began on January 10 and will close on March 4, with voting for the Social Star Award and the Best Fan Army presented by Taco Bell award continuing through the evening of the awards on March 11. Fans can vote by visiting iHeartRadio.com/awards.

Tickets are currently on sale to the general public at ticketmaster.com.

The awards are produced by iHeartMedia and Den of Thieves. Executive Producers for iHeartMedia are John Sykes, Tom Poleman and Lee Rolontz.

For breaking news and exclusive iHeartRadio Music Awards content visit iHeartRadio.com/awards or follow #iHeartAwards on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Category finalists (by alphabetical order) are:

Song of the Year:

"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber
"Shape Of You" - Ed Sheeran
"Something Just Like This" - The Chainsmokers and Coldplay
"That's What I Like" - Bruno Mars
"Wild Thoughts" - DJ Khaled featuring Rihanna and Bryson Tiller

Female Artist of the Year:

Alessia Cara
Halsey
P!NK
Rihanna
Taylor Swift

Male Artist of the Year:

Bruno Mars
Charlie Puth
Ed Sheeran
Shawn Mendes
The Weeknd

Best Duo/Group of the Year:

Imagine Dragons
Maroon 5
Migos
Portugal. The Man
The Chainsmokers

Best Collaboration:

"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber
"Don't Wanna Know" - Maroon 5 featuring Kendrick Lamar
"Something Just Like This" - The Chainsmokers and Coldplay
"Stay" - Zedd and Alessia Cara
"Wild Thoughts" - DJ Khaled featuring Rihanna and Bryson Tiller

Best New Pop Artist:

Camila Cabello
Julia Michaels
Liam Payne
Logic
Niall Horan

Alternative Rock Song of the Year:

"Believer" - Imagine Dragons
"Feel It Still" - Portugal. The Man
"Thunder" - Imagine Dragons
"Walk On Water" - Thirty Seconds To Mars
"Wish I Knew You" - The Revivalists

Alternative Rock Artist of the Year:

Cage The Elephant
Imagine Dragons
Judah & The Lion
Kings Of Leon
Portugal. The Man

Best New Rock/Alternative Rock Artist:

Greta Van Fleet
Judah & The Lion
K.Flay
Rag'n'Bone Man
The Revivalists

Rock Song of the Year:

"Go To War" - Nothing More
"Help" - Papa Roach
"Run" - Foo Fighters
"Rx (Medicate)"" - Theory of a Deadman
"Song #3" - Stone Sour

Rock Artist of the Year:

Foo Fighters
Highly Suspect
Metallica
Papa Roach
Royal Blood

Country Song of the Year:

"Body Like A Back Road" - Sam Hunt
"Dirt On My Boots" - Jon Pardi
"Hurricane" - Luke Combs
"Small Town Boy" - Dustin Lynch
"Unforgettable" - Thomas Rhett

Country Artist of the Year:

Blake Shelton
Jason Aldean
Luke Bryan
Sam Hunt
Thomas Rhett

Best New Country Artist:

Brett Young
Jon Pardi
Kane Brown
Lauren Alaina
Luke Combs

Dance Song of the Year:

"It Ain't Me" - Kygo and Selena Gomez
"No Promises" - Cheat Codes featuring Demi Lovato
"Rockabye" - Clean Bandit and Anne-Marie featuring Sean Paul
"Something Just Like This" - The Chainsmokers and Coldplay
"Stay" - Zedd and Alessia Cara

Dance Artist of the Year:

Calvin Harris
Cheat Codes
Kygo
The Chainsmokers
Zedd

Hip-Hop Song of the Year:

"Bad and Boujee" - Migos featuring Lil Uzi Vert
"Bodak Yellow" - Cardi B
"HUMBLE." - Kendrick Lamar
"Rockstar" - Post Malone
"Wild Thoughts" - DJ Khaled featuring Rihanna and Bryson Tiller

Hip-Hop Artist of the Year:

DJ Khaled
Drake
Future
Kendrick Lamar
Migos

Best New Hip-Hop Artist:

21 Savage
Cardi B
GoldLink
Lil Uzi Vert
Playboi Carti

R&B Song of the Year:

"B.E.D." - Jacquees
"Location" - Khalid
"Love Galore" - SZA featuring Travis Scott
"Redbone" - Childish Gambino
"That's What I Like" - Bruno Mars

R&B Artist of the Year:

Bruno Mars
Childish Gambino
Khalid
Rihanna
The Weeknd

Best New R&B Artist:

6LACK
Kehlani
Kevin Ross
Khalid
SZA

Latin Song of the Year:

"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee
"El Amante" - Nicky Jam
"Hey DJ" - CNCO
"Mi Gente" - J Balvin featuring Willy William
"Súbeme La Radio" - Enrique Iglesias

Latin Artist of the Year:

CNCO
J Balvin
Luis Fonsi
Nicky Jam
Shakira

Best New Latin Artist:

Abraham Mateo
Bad Bunny
Danny Ocean
Karol G
Ozuna

Regional Mexican Song of the Year:

"Adios Amor” - Christian Nodal
"Ella Es Mi Mujer" - Banda Carnaval
"Las Ultras" - Calibre 50
"Regresa Hermosa" - Gerardo Ortiz
"Siempre Te Voy A Querer" - Calibre 50

Regional Mexican Artist of the Year:

Banda Carnaval
Banda Los Recoditos
Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizarraga
Calibre 50
Gerardo Ortiz

Best New Regional Mexican Artist:

Christian Nodal
Edwin Luna y La Trakalosa de Monterrey
El Fantasma
Ulices Chaidez y Sus Plebes

Producer of the Year:

Andrew "Pop" Wansel and Warren "Oak" Felder
Andrew Watt
Benny Blanco
Justin Tranter
Steve Mac

Best Lyrics: *Socially Voted Category

"Bodak Yellow" - Cardi B
"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee
"There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back" - Shawn Mendes
"Look What You Made Me Do" - Taylor Swift
"Perfect" - Ed Sheeran
"Slow Hands" - Niall Horan

Best Cover Song: *Socially Voted Category

"All We Got" - Shawn Mendes
"Bad Liar" - HAIM
"Issues" - Niall Horan
"Lost" - Khalid
"Say You Won't Let Go" - Camila Cabello and Machine Gun Kelly
"The Chain" - Harry Styles
"Touch" - Ed Sheeran
"The Tribute Song" - Thirty Seconds To Mars

Best Fan Army presented by Taco Bell: *Socially Voted Category

Arianators - Ariana Grande
Beliebers - Justin Bieber
BTS - BTS
Camilizers - Camila Cabello
EXO-L - EXO
Harmonizers - Fifth Harmony
Lovatics - Demi Lovato
Mendes Army - Shawn Mendes
Mixers - Little Mix
Selenators - Selena Gomez
Smilers - Miley Cyrus
Swifties - Taylor Swift

Best Music Video: *Socially Voted Category

"Bad Liar" - Selena Gomez
"Bodak Yellow" - Cardi B
"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee
"I'm The One" - DJ Khaled
"Look What You Made Me Do" - Taylor Swift
"Malibu" - Miley Cyrus
"New Rules" - Dua Lipa
"Shape Of You" - Ed Sheeran
"Sign Of The Times" - Harry Styles
"Sorry Not Sorry" - Demi Lovato
"Swish Swish" - Katy Perry
"That's What I Like" - Bruno Mars
"There's Nothing Holdin’ Me Back" - Shawn Mendes

Social Star Award: *Socially Voted Category

Andrew Huang
Anitta
Christian Collins
Conor Maynard
dodie
Gabbie Hanna
JoJo Siwa
Mariah Belgrod
Max & Harvey
RoomieOfficial

Cutest Musician’s Pet: (New Category) *Socially Voted Category

Batman - Demi Lovato
Bear Rexha - Bebe Rexha
Nugget - Katy Perry
Olivia - Taylor Swift
Pig Pig - Miley Cyrus
Toulouse - Ariana Grande

Best Boy Band: (New Category) *Socially Voted Category

AJR
BTS
CNCO
In Real Life
PRETTYMUCH
The Vamps
Why Don’t We

Best Solo Breakout: *Socially Voted Category

Camila Cabello
Harry Styles
Liam Payne
Louis Tomlinson
Niall Horan

Best Remix: (New Category) *Socially Voted Category

"Bon Appétit" - Katy Perry, Migos and 3LAU
"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber
"do re mi" " - blackbear featuring Gucci Mane
"Friends" - Justin Bieber and BloodPop with Julia Michaels
"Havana" - Camila Cabello and Daddy Yankee
"Homemade Dynamite" - Lorde, Khalid, Post Malone and SZA
"May I Have This Dance" - Francis & The Lights featuring Chance The Rapper
"Mi Gente" - J Balvin and Willy William featuring Beyoncé
"Reggaetón Lento" - CNCO and Little Mix

Additional categories include Biggest Triple Threat, Best Tour, Label of the Year, Most Thumbed Up Artist of the Year and Most Thumbed Up Song of the Year. For a full list of categories visit iHeartRadio.com/awards.

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iHeartMedia Teams Up with Justin Timberlake To Debut Man of the Woods And Airs Exclusive Interview Content

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Timberlake and iHeartRadio to Gift Fans Album On-Demand Via an “iHeartRadio All Access FREE Preview Weekend” February 2 - 4

WHAT:

iHeartMedia has teamed up with Justin Timberlake to debut Man of the Woods on-air and digitally during an “iHeartRadio Album Preview with Justin Timberlake,” a 60-minute broadcast special featuring songs from the album as well as an exclusive interview between Timberlake and iHeartMedia’s nationally syndicated on-air personality Elvis Duran. Streaming on iHeartRadio’s Hit Nation and broadcasting to tens of millions of listeners nationwide on more than 130 iHeartMedia Pop and Hot AC radio stations, listeners will be taken inside the songs and hear stories behind the making of the album.

As a gift to fans, Man of the Woods will be available to stream on demand through iHeartRadio as soon as the album drops on February 2 during the “iHeartRadio All Access FREE Preview Weekend." Plus, listeners can binge all of their favorite Justin Timberlake music as well as all the other music on iHeartRadio on demand - for free – during the “iHeartRadio All Access FREE Preview Weekend."

WHEN:

“iHeartRadio Album Preview with Justin Timberlake” live, February 2 at 8 p.m. local

Stream Man of the Woods on demand with iHeartRadio upon release beginning at midnight ET on February 2, 2018

Hear your favorite songs on demand, all free during iHeartRadio’s All Access FREE Preview Weekend: February 2 – 4

LISTEN:

“iHeartRadio Album Preview with Justin Timberlake” Radio and Digital Broadcast: Nationwide on iHeartMedia’s Pop and Hot AC broadcast stations and iHeartRadio’s Hit Nation; replay on iHeartRadio through February 9 here.

Listen to Man of the Woods on demand with iHeartRadio All Access: http://www.iheartradio.com/JT

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The First-Ever iHeartRadio ALTer Ego Brings Alternative Rock’s Biggest Superstars Together For Star-Studded Concert At The Forum In Los Angeles

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Mumford & Sons, Cage The Elephant, Beck, Spoon, WALK THE MOON, The National, Dashboard Confessional and AJR Perform Live On One Stage in Los Angeles

New York, NY – January 20, 2018 – The first ever iHeartRadio ALTer Ego, which featured the biggest names in Alternative Rock concluded Friday evening with unforgettable performances from Mumford & Sons, Cage The Elephant, Beck, Spoon, WALK THE MOON, The National, Dashboard Confessional and AJR at the Forum in Los Angeles, California. The event also included special guest appearances by Sarah Hyland, Bella Thorne, Darren Criss, CHVRCHES, Jana Kramer, Wells Adams, Chris Harrison, Vanessa Grimaldi and Annaliese Puccini and broadcasted live across over 60 Alternative and Rock iHeartRadio stations.

For the first time ever, the music of iHeartRadio’s popular Alternative Rock stations and the iHeartRadio App came to life with an extraordinary lineup that included these special moments:

Mumford & Sons returned back to the states for the first time since September 2017 to kick off the first-ever iHeartRadio ALTer Ego with a blistering set, opening the show with “Believe” before belting out folk-rock anthems “Little Lion Man,” “I Will Wait” and “Lover Of The Light” before welcoming Maggie Rogers to the stage to contribute her beautiful haunting vocals to “Awake My Soul.”
Dashboard Confessional returned to music after eight years and performed their latest track from their forthcoming LP, “Heart Beat Here” for the first time – and with a lot of soul during their set. Frontman Chris Carrabba told the crowd, “This song is about trying to get rid of Trump.” The band also performed “Vindicated,” “Hands Down” and politically charged lead single “We Fight.”
Beck made his triumphant return to Los Angeles, the city that birthed not only the sonic pioneer but his eclectic musical style at iHeartRadio’s ALTer Ego. After kicking off his performance with his 1994 mega hit “Loser," the postmodernist unleashed joyous dance tracks off his thirteenth studio album Colors, a sublime piece of alt-pop that he crafted specifically for his live performances onto the sold-out venue.
WALK THE MOON officially reestablished themselves as "a band’s band of dudes playing rock music together”. The Cincinnati, Ohio-formed band performed new hits “One Foot,” “Kamikaze,” "Surrender," 2014 smash hit “Shut Up and Dance,” and even 2010 throwback “Anna Sun.”
Cage the Elephant shut down iHeartRadio’s inaugural ALTer Ego with pyro and high-energy. The pumped-up performance featured performances of “To Late to Say Goodbye,” “Cold Cold Cold,” “It’s Just Forever,” “Come a Little Closer,” “Teeth,” “Ain’t No Rest For The Wicked,” and “Shake Me Down.”
The National performed “Blood Buzz,” “The System,” “Day I Die,” “Guilty Party,” “I Need My Girl,” and “Mr. November.”

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.

iHeartRadio ALTer EGO is an iHeartMedia Production. Proud partners of this year's event include Jersey Mike's Subs® and SoFi. For more information, visit iHeartRadio.com/alterego.

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iHeartMedia Promotes Doc Wynter to Executive VIce President of Urban/Hip-Hop Programming Strategy

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New York, NY – January 12, 2018 – iHeartMedia announced today that its National Programming Group has elevated renowned programming veteran Doc Wynter to the new position of Executive Vice President of Urban/Hip-Hop Programming Strategy, effective immediately. He will report to Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia.

In his new role, Wynter will continue to oversee iHeartMedia’s Urban and Hip-Hop brand formats and work to improve the company’s Urban brands in its over 150 markets. In addition, he will continue to guide and develop the company’s roster of Urban and Hip-Hop programmers and on-air talent, and book artists and produce events for iHeartMedia including REAL 92.3’s The REAL Show. Wynter will also remain in his role of Program Director of iHeartMedia’s REAL 92.3, LA's Home for Hip Hop.

“No one understands Urban and Hip-Hop programming like Doc and we’re thrilled he’s expanding his role leading iHeartMedia’s programming strategy for those key formats,” said Rich Bressler, President, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer for iHeartMedia. “He’s been instrumental in launching several of our Urban and Hip-Hop stations nationwide and we’re excited for him to be even more hands-on with all of our Urban brands in our over 150 markets.”

Wynter will celebrate 29 years with iHeartMedia in January and most recently served as Senior Vice President of Urban Programming and Urban Brand Manager for the company. He began overseeing the company’s urban radio stations in late 1999 and has launched several well-known iHeartMedia brands, such as Power 105.1 FM in New York City, REAL 92.3 in Los Angeles, V101.5 in Jacksonville and The Beat in cities that include Houston, Miami, Tampa and Nashville. Wynter has worked closely with national radio personalities The Breakfast Club, Big Boy, Steve Harvey and Keith Sweat. He will also continue to program and manage all Urban and Urban AC content for iHeartRadio Custom stations, including The Beat, All My Jamz and more. In 2017, he was named to Radio Ink’s Best Program Directors in America list and Billboard’s first-ever Hip-Hop Power Players list.

“Urban radio has been my passion for as long as I can remember,” said Wynter. “Having worked with iHeartMedia for almost three decades, I know we have some of the best programmers and on-air personalities in radio. I can’t wait to help our Region and Market Presidents provide their local Urban and Hip-Hop music fans with one-of-a-kind listening experiences that only a company like iHeartMedia can create.”

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iHeartMedia And Turner Announce Nominees For The 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards

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Ed Sheeran; Bruno Mars; Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber; The Chainsmokers and Coldplay; and DJ Khaled featuring Rihanna and Bryson Tiller Nominated for Song of the Year at the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards Airing Live Sunday, March 11 on TBS, TNT and truTV from the Historic, ‘Fabulous’ Forum in Los Angeles

NEW YORK, N.Y. and BURBANK, Calif. – January 10, 2018 – iHeartMedia and Turner announced today the nominees for the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards on Sunday, March 11, 2018 at the historic, “Fabulous” Forum in Los Angeles. The event will be simulcast live on TBS, TNT and truTV at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT; on iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide; and the iHeartRadio app, the free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service. TV subscribers can also watch the iHeartRadio Music Awards on the truTV, TNT & TBS Apps.

For the fifth straight year, the iHeartRadio Music Awards will celebrate the biggest songs and artists heard throughout 2017 across iHeartMedia radio stations nationwide and on the iHeartRadio app. The 2018 telecast will feature live performances from today’s superstar performers, once-in-a-lifetime artist collaborations, celebrity guest appearances and live award presentations. This is Turner Broadcasting’s third year broadcasting the event.

“We have a guiding principle at iHeartRadio that fans rule,” said John Sykes, President of iHeartMedia Entertainment Enterprises. “In our fifth year we are still holding true to our original vision of staging an awards show that truly reflects the music fans loved listening to on iHeartRadio all year long.”

Artists receiving multiple nominations include Rihanna, Taylor Swift, Ed Sheeran, Bruno Mars, Luis Fonsi, Daddy Yankee, Justin Bieber, DJ Khaled and The Chainsmokers. All nominees are listed below. For a full list of categories visit iHeartRadio.com/awards.

“We’ve expanded the iHeartRadio Music Awards categories each year to ensure it accurately reflects the tastes of the millions of listeners on our broadcast radio stations and on the iHeartRadio app,” said Tom Poleman, Chief Programming Officer for iHeartMedia. “We’ve been thrilled with the response from both fans and artists and we can’t wait to celebrate the year in music by honoring its biggest songs and moments.”

Social voting for the Social Star Award and Best Fan Army presented by Taco Bell award began through iHeartRadio’s social sites and in the iHeartRadio app on January 9. Social voting for all other categories begin today, January 10 and will close on March 4, with voting for the Social Star Award and the Best Fan Army presented by Taco Bell award continuing through the evening of the awards on March 11. Fans can vote by visiting iHeartRadio.com/awards.

Ranking as one of the most talked-about television events in social media last year, the 2017 iHeartRadio Music Awards generated 165 billion impressions throughout the promotional period. It also proved its strength on individual platforms like Twitter, where it was the No. 1 trending topic in the United States and worldwide the night of the live simulcast. In addition, the iHeartRadio Music Awards won the night with the Nielsen Social Content Rating, finishing first ahead of The Walking Dead.

Among the many winners of the 2017 awards were Justin Timberlake’s “CAN’T STOP THE FEELING!” for Song of the Year, Adele for Female Artist of the Year, Justin Bieber for Male Artist of the Year, The Chainsmokers for Best New Artist presented by the all-new Subaru Impreza®, twenty one pilots for Best Duo/Group of the Year and Coldplay for Best Tour. In addition, Bruno Mars received the most prestigious award of the evening – the 2017 iHeartRadio Innovator Award – in recognition of his unparalleled contribution to popular culture and the music industry.

This year’s awards will feature a broad array of categories, including Female Artist of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Best Duo/Group of the Year and individual winners for Album of the Year in music’s biggest genres, including Pop, Country, Alternative Rock/Rock, Dance, Hip-Hop, R&B, Latin and Regional Mexican formats. For the second year, the 2018 Best New Artist awards will be grouped by music format and format winners will then become finalists for the top title of Best New Artist. Category finalists (by alphabetical order) are:

Song of the Year:

"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber
"Shape Of You" - Ed Sheeran
"Something Just Like This" - The Chainsmokers and Coldplay
"That's What I Like" - Bruno Mars
"Wild Thoughts" - DJ Khaled featuring Rihanna and Bryson Tiller

Female Artist of the Year:

Alessia Cara
Halsey
P!NK
Rihanna
Taylor Swift

Male Artist of the Year:

Bruno Mars
Charlie Puth
Ed Sheeran
Shawn Mendes
The Weeknd

Best Duo/Group of the Year:

Imagine Dragons
Maroon 5
Migos
Portugal. The Man
The Chainsmokers

Best Collaboration:

"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber
"Don't Wanna Know" - Maroon 5 featuring Kendrick Lamar
"Something Just Like This" - The Chainsmokers and Coldplay
"Stay" - Zedd and Alessia Cara
"Wild Thoughts" - DJ Khaled featuring Rihanna and Bryson Tiller

Best New Pop Artist:

Camila Cabello
Julia Michaels
Liam Payne
Logic
Niall Horan

Alternative Rock Song of the Year:

"Believer" - Imagine Dragons
"Feel It Still" - Portugal. The Man
"Thunder" - Imagine Dragons
"Walk On Water" - Thirty Seconds To Mars
"Wish I Knew You" - The Revivalists

Alternative Rock Artist of the Year:

Cage The Elephant
Imagine Dragons
Judah & The Lion
Kings Of Leon
Portugal. The Man

Best New Rock/Alternative Rock Artist:

Greta Van Fleet
Judah & The Lion
K.Flay
Rag'n'Bone Man
The Revivalists

Rock Song of the Year:

"Go To War" - Nothing More
"Help" - Papa Roach
"Run" - Foo Fighters
"Rx (Medicate)"" - Theory of a Deadman
"Song #3" - Stone Sour

Rock Artist of the Year:

Foo Fighters
Highly Suspect
Metallica
Papa Roach
Royal Blood

Country Song of the Year:

"Body Like A Back Road" - Sam Hunt
"Dirt On My Boots" - Jon Pardi
"Hurricane" - Luke Combs
"Small Town Boy" - Dustin Lynch
"Unforgettable" - Thomas Rhett

Country Artist of the Year:

Blake Shelton
Jason Aldean
Luke Bryan
Sam Hunt
Thomas Rhett

Best New Country Artist:

Brett Young
Jon Pardi
Kane Brown
Lauren Alaina
Luke Combs

Dance Song of the Year:

"It Ain't Me" - Kygo and Selena Gomez
"No Promises" - Cheat Codes featuring Demi Lovato
"Rockabye" - Clean Bandit and Anne-Marie featuring Sean Paul
"Something Just Like This" - The Chainsmokers and Coldplay
"Stay" - Zedd and Alessia Cara

Dance Artist of the Year:

Calvin Harris
Cheat Codes
Kygo
The Chainsmokers
Zedd

Hip-Hop Song of the Year:

"Bad and Boujee" - Migos featuring Lil Uzi Vert
"Bodak Yellow" - Cardi B
"HUMBLE." - Kendrick Lamar
"Rockstar" - Post Malone
"Wild Thoughts" - DJ Khaled featuring Rihanna and Bryson Tiller

Hip-Hop Artist of the Year:

DJ Khaled
Drake
Future
Kendrick Lamar
Migos

Best New Hip-Hop Artist:

21 Savage
Cardi B
GoldLink
Lil Uzi Vert
Playboi Carti

R&B Song of the Year:

"B.E.D." - Jacquees
"Location" - Khalid
"Love Galore" - SZA featuring Travis Scott
"Redbone" - Childish Gambino
"That's What I Like" - Bruno Mars

R&B Artist of the Year:

Bruno Mars
Childish Gambino
Khalid
Rihanna
The Weeknd

Best New R&B Artist:

6LACK
Kehlani
Kevin Ross
Khalid
SZA

Latin Song of the Year:

"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee
"El Amante" - Nicky Jam
"Hey DJ" - CNCO
"Mi Gente" - J Balvin featuring Willy William
"Súbeme La Radio" - Enrique Iglesias

Latin Artist of the Year:

CNCO
J Balvin
Luis Fonsi
Nicky Jam
Shakira

Best New Latin Artist:

Abraham Mateo
Bad Bunny
Danny Ocean
Karol G
Ozuna

Regional Mexican Song of the Year:

"Adios Amor” - Christian Nodal
"Ella Es Mi Mujer" - Banda Carnaval
"Las Ultras" - Calibre 50
"Regresa Hermosa" - Gerardo Ortiz
"Siempre Te Voy A Querer" - Calibre 50

Regional Mexican Artist of the Year:

Banda Carnaval
Banda Los Recoditos
Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizarraga
Calibre 50
Gerardo Ortiz

Best New Regional Mexican Artist:

Christian Nodal
Edwin Luna y La Trakalosa de Monterrey
El Fantasma
Ulices Chaidez y Sus Plebes

Producer of the Year:

Andrew "Pop" Wansel and Warren "Oak" Felder
Andrew Watt
Benny Blanco
Justin Tranter
Steve Mac

Best Lyrics: *Socially Voted Category

"Bodak Yellow" - Cardi B
"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee
"There’s Nothing Holdin’ Me Back" - Shawn Mendes
"Look What You Made Me Do" - Taylor Swift
"Perfect" - Ed Sheeran
"Slow Hands" - Niall Horan

Best Cover Song: *Socially Voted Category

"All We Got" - Shawn Mendes
"Bad Liar" - HAIM
"Issues" - Niall Horan
"Lost" - Khalid
"Say You Won't Let Go" - Camila Cabello and Machine Gun Kelly
"The Chain" - Harry Styles
"Touch" - Ed Sheeran
"The Tribute Song" - Thirty Seconds To Mars

Best Fan Army presented by Taco Bell: *Socially Voted Category

Arianators - Ariana Grande
Beliebers - Justin Bieber
BTS - BTS
Camilizers - Camila Cabello
EXO-L - EXO
Harmonizers - Fifth Harmony
Lovatics - Demi Lovato
Mendes Army - Shawn Mendes
Mixers - Little Mix
Selenators - Selena Gomez
Smilers - Miley Cyrus
Swifties - Taylor Swift

Best Music Video: *Socially Voted Category

"Bad Liar" - Selena Gomez
"Bodak Yellow" - Cardi B
"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee
"I'm The One" - DJ Khaled
"Look What You Made Me Do" - Taylor Swift
"Malibu" - Miley Cyrus
"New Rules" - Dua Lipa
"Shape Of You" - Ed Sheeran
"Sign Of The Times" - Harry Styles
"Sorry Not Sorry" - Demi Lovato
"Swish Swish" - Katy Perry
"That's What I Like" - Bruno Mars
"There's Nothing Holdin’ Me Back" - Shawn Mendes

Social Star Award: *Socially Voted Category

Andrew Huang
Anitta
Christian Collins
Conor Maynard
dodie
Gabbie Hanna
JoJo Siwa
Mariah Belgrod
Max & Harvey
RoomieOfficial

Cutest Musician’s Pet: (New Category) *Socially Voted Category

Batman - Demi Lovato
Bear Rexha - Bebe Rexha
Nugget - Katy Perry
Olivia - Taylor Swift
Pig Pig - Miley Cyrus
Toulouse - Ariana Grande

Best Boy Band: (New Category) *Socially Voted Category

AJR
BTS
CNCO
In Real Life
PRETTYMUCH
The Vamps
Why Don’t We

Best Solo Breakout: *Socially Voted Category

Camila Cabello
Harry Styles
Liam Payne
Louis Tomlinson
Niall Horan

Best Remix: (New Category) *Socially Voted Category

"Bon Appétit" - Katy Perry, Migos and 3LAU
"Despacito" - Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee featuring Justin Bieber
"do re mi" " - blackbear featuring Gucci Mane
"Friends" - Justin Bieber and BloodPop with Julia Michaels
"Havana" - Camila Cabello and Daddy Yankee
"Homemade Dynamite" - Lorde, Khalid, Post Malone and SZA
"May I Have This Dance" - Francis & The Lights featuring Chance The Rapper
"Mi Gente" - J Balvin and Willy William featuring Beyoncé
"Reggaetón Lento" - CNCO and Little Mix

Tickets go on sale to the general public on Friday, January 12 at 10 a.m. PT at ticketmaster.com.

Proud partners of the 2018 iHeartRadio Music Awards include Taco Bell® and Bioré® Skincare, with more to be announced.

The awards are produced by iHeartMedia and Den of Thieves. Executive Producers for iHeartMedia are John Sykes, Tom Poleman and Lee Rolontz.

For breaking news and exclusive iHeartRadio Music Awards content visit iHeartRadio.com/awards or follow the social buzz on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and Google+.

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