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iHeartMedia Announces The Return Of The "iHeartRadio Country Festival,” Once Again Bringing Together Today’s Biggest Names In Country Music In Austin, Texas
 
Tim McGraw, Brantley Gilbert, Rascal Flatts, Brad Paisley and more to hit the stage at the Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas
 
New York, N.Y. – January 21, 2015 – iHeartMedia announced today the return of the successful iHeartRadio Country Festival. This year, country music's biggest superstars will hit the stage at the Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas on Saturday, May 2, in a live celebration of all things Country.
 
The country music of the iHeartRadio app will come to life onstage in Austin with an extraordinary lineup including Tim McGraw, Brantley Gilbert, Rascal Flatts and Brad Paisley, with more to be announced, and will be hosted by iHeartMedia's nationally-syndicated Country music personality Bobby Bones. The iHeartRadio Country Festival is part of iHeartMedia’s roster of incredibly successful nationally-recognized concert events, including the iHeartRadio Music Festival, the iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party, the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Concert Tour, the iHeartRadio Ultimate Valentine’s Escape and the iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina.
 
“This is truly a night of Country’s All-Stars” said John Sykes, President of iHeartMedia Entertainment Enterprises.  “Every single one of these artists can headline an arena or stadium on their own, but on this night they will share the stage to celebrate the amazing music on our iHeartRadio country stations and the iHeartRadio app.”
 
“The country format has great talent and on-air personalities who have such a strong bond and loyalty with their fans and there is no better way to celebrate that relationship than at a live event.” said Tom Poleman President of National Programming Platforms for iHeartMedia.  “With our more than 120 country stations nationwide we have the ability to bring the biggest events and one-of-a-kind experiences to our loyal listeners that no one else can provide.”
 
Fans who cannot attend the iHeartRadio Country Festival will be able to listen live on iHeartMedia’s Country music radio stations in their local markets or on iHeartRadio.com.  Streaming details will be announced soon. 
 
Tickets go on sale to the general public on March 28.  For more information visit iHeartRadio.com/countryfestival.  The iHeartRadio Country Festival is an iHeartMedia Production.

iHeartMedia and NBC Announce the Return of the iHeartRadio Music Awards Live on March 29

Second Edition of Telecast Returns to Historic Shrine Auditorium for Performance-Filled Three-Hour Show
 
NEW YORK, N.Y. and UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif – January 7, 2015 - iHeartMedia and NBC announced today that the successful iHeartRadio Music Awards will return on Sunday, March 29, 2015 live on NBC from 8-11 p.m. ET/PT from the historic Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.  The awards will again be broadcast live simultaneously on iHeartMedia stations nationwide and across the iHeartRadio digital music platform.
 
The inaugural 2014 three hour iHeartRadio Music Awards telecast showcased the year’s biggest artists and songs determined by the iHeartRadio Chart and music fans nationwide.  The music of the iHeartRadio app came to life at the show, with performances by recording stars Pitbull, Ariana Grande, Blake Shelton, Pharrell, Shakira, Thirty Seconds to Mars, Kendrick Lamar, Luke Bryan, Arcade Fire, Ed Sheeran, Bastille and Usher - in a world premiere performance of the new Michael Jackson song “Love Never Felt So Good.”

Beyoncé, Katy Perry, Imagine Dragons, Chris Martin, Lorde, Lil Jon, Hilary Duff, Joe Manganiello, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Juanes, Bobby Bones, Steven Tyler, Lady Gaga, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Lopez, Ryan Seacrest, Selena Gomez, Lionel Richie, Oprah Winfrey and more made special guest appearances.

The 2014 iHeartRadio Music Awards drew an audience of more than 5.5 million which was up 86 percent vs. the time period average, a significant increase for NBC in the 10 p.m. hour among adults 18-49.

“We are in touch with music fans 365 days a year. Last year’s inaugural iHeartRadio Music Awards was not only a ratings success, but also the beginning of a powerful new awards show franchise that accurately reflects and showcases the artists and music the American public truly loves. NBC has proven their music prowess and have become great partners on this show” said John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises, iHeartMedia Inc.

“Our partners at iHeartRadio and Done + Dusted brought to life an awards show unlike any other, and we’re thrilled its returning to celebrate another great year in music through unprecedented artist performances and innovative storytelling,” said Paul Telegdy President of Alternative and Late Night Programming. “NBC continues its legacy as the home of can’t miss entertainment for music fans of all ages.”

"It’s quite staggering to think that this time last year no-one had heard of The iHeartRadio Music Awards and now the media impressions are in the billions. Couple that with the artists having so much fun last year and that’s an amazingly exciting way to go into year two,” said Ian Stewart, President of Done + Dusted Inc.

Among the many winners of the 2014 awards, as chosen by fans using hashtags to cast more than 65 million votes across Facebook and Twitter, were Rihanna for artist of the year, Lorde for best new artist, Rihanna’s “Stay” for song of the year and “Demons,” from the Imagine Dragons, for alt rock song of the year. The iHeartRadio Music Awards also generated an incredible social footprint: the award show was a dominant social media topic throughout the week of the show, with #iHeartAwards trending No. 1 on Twitter throughout the night.
More information about the 2015 iHeartRadio Music Awards including the award categories and more will be announced soon.

The iHeartRadio Music Awards will be executive produced by John Sykes, Tom Poleman, Liz Kelly of iHeartMedia and Ian Stewart and Hamish Hamilton of Done and Dusted Inc., who will also produce the show for NBC Studios. Hamilton will also direct.
 
About NBC Entertainment
NBC Entertainment develops and schedules programming for the network’s primetime, late-night, and daytime schedules. NBC’s quality programs and balanced lineup have earned the network critical acclaim, numerous awards and ratings success. The network finished the 2013-14 season as No. 1 in the 18-49 demo for the first time in 10 years. NBC has earned more Emmy Awards than any network in television history. NBC’s roster of popular scripted comedies includes the critically acclaimed “Parks and Recreation,” as well as “About a Boy” and “Marry Me.” NBC’s drama slate is highlighted by “The Blacklist,” veteran series “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit,” fan favorites “Parenthood,” “Grimm,” “The Night Shift,” “Chicago Fire” and “Chicago P.D.,” as well as its new series “Allegiance,” “A.D.,” “Odyssey” and “The Slap.” Unscripted series for NBC include the Emmy Award-winning musical competition hit “The Voice” as well as “The Biggest Loser,” “Hollywood Game Night” and the perennial #1 most-watched summer series, “America’s Got Talent.” In late night, NBC regularly delivers #1 broadcast results with “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon,” “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” “Last Call with Carson Daly” and “Saturday Night Live.” NBC Daytime’s “Days of our Lives” consistently ranks among daytime’s top programs in the valuable women 18-34 category. The five-time, Emmy Award-winning NBC.com streams full episodes and provides original content for NBC entertainment shows online and through apps for mobile and tablet devices. NBC recently launched NBC Kids, a new Saturday morning programming block designed specifically to address the developmental needs of preschool-aged children. Programmed by the kids’ experts at Sprout, the nation’s first 24-hour preschool television channel, this new three-hour block will feature educational series that promote active, healthy lifestyles for younger children.

About Done + Dusted
Since its founding 15 years ago, Done + Dusted has made a name for itself as one of the biggest global live events and television production companies capable of executing a live show or concert from concept to broadcast in every medium and every film format worldwide.  What they’ve learned along the way is applicable to any event, particularly now that many events of all types and sizes have both in-person and remote audiences.  Some of their most recognized events they have produced include Madonna at Brixton Academy, which was the first live music event to crash the Internet, they are the only independent production company in history to film an Olympic and Para-Olympic Opening and Closing Ceremonies (London), produced the largest televised event in UAE history, produced the first intercontinental 3D broadcast, and countless other firsts.  Recent producing projects include:  the 2014 Laureus World Sports Awards from Malaysia, the 2014 iHeartRadio Music Awards, the 2014 Nickelodeon Kids Choice Sports Awards and 2014 Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show in London.

iHeartRadio Announces Multiple Automotive and In-Home Entertainment Integrations at CES 2015

Partnerships span connected home, automotive, gaming and more, underscoring iHeartRadio’s efforts to be everywhere consumers are

Las Vegas, Nevada – January 6, 2015 – iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s all-in-one streaming music and live radio service, is kicking off 2015 by announcing multiple new integrations at the annual Consumer Electronics Show. iHeartRadio announced partnerships with seven different brands that will bring more than a dozen new devices to the marketplace featuring iHeartRadio, which has already amassed nearly 60 million registered users and more than 500 million app downloads.

The announcements at CES spanned connected home, automotive, gaming and more:

Google: iHeartRadio will be one of the first apps available on the new Google Cast for Audio, which embeds the same technology behind Chromecast into speakers, sound bars, and A/V receivers. Just like Chromecast, consumers can tap the cast button from iHeartRadio and select a Google Cast Ready speaker to listen. Google Cast Ready speakers pull content directly from the cloud, so listeners get the best audio quality and can freely multi-task on their phone, tablet, or laptop, all without straining the battery.

Sony: iHeartRadio will integrate with Sony Products for the very first time. Beginning in February 2015, the iHeartRadio app will be available on a number of Sony’s leading consumer electronic products including Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE)’s PlayStation®4 (PS4™) and PlayStation®3 (PS3™) systems, plus select TV and mobile devices. Demo the iHeartRadio app on Sony TVs at booth 14200 in the Central Hall.

LG: Also for the first time, iHeartRadio will be available on LG connected devices, including the new 2015 LG Music Flow Wi-Fi Series home audio lineup unveiled this week, as well as current and next-generation LG Smart TVs. LG featured iHeartRadio in its press event and highlighted that iHeartRadio will be natively integrated into the convenient Music Flow Player app, allowing users to access millions of songs and thousands of live radio stations seamlessly. Music-Flow is a wireless multi-room speaker system that enables users to build a complete wireless network of speakers that can be controlled with mobile devices through LG’s convenient Music Flow app.

DISH: DISH is announcing a whole-home music system and update that will turn Hoppers as well as their Joey speakers into music streaming “zones” that are controllable from a new Android or iOS smartphone app. The app will enable users to seamlessly stream iHeartRadio throughout any room in their home, giving consumers a whole-home music experience at no additional cost. Demo this integration at DISH's booth 8143 in the Central Hall.

TiVo: TiVo users will soon have access to iHeartRadio. The app will appear on TiVo Roamio, TiVo Mini and TiVo Premiere line of devices during a rolling update over the next few weeks.

QNX: QNX Software Systems, a subsidiary of BlackBerry, unveiled a technology concept car that includes “iHeartRadio Drive Anywhere Radio.” The prospective feature will allow drivers to continue listening to their favorite AM/FM radio station even after driving out of signal range. The QNX-based infotainment system would automatically switch to the digital iHeartRadio station, allowing the driver to stay focused on the road.

Clarion: Clarion announced their new flagship model for 2015, the NX605, an in-dash navigation multimedia system with enhanced cloud-connectivity capabilities, which will include iHeartRadio. In addition, iHeartMedia’s industry-leading Total Traffic Network information will be integrated into the system’s navigation, allowing for real-time incident and traffic flow reporting.
“These multiple integrations are setting the tone for 2015, which will be another banner year where iHeartRadio focuses on a consumers-first approach - from launching its app on all meaningful devices to continuing to leverage its live radio and entertainment events to provide the best music experience for its listeners,” said Darren Davis, President of iHeartRadio and iHeartMedia Networks.

iHeartRadio delivers everything listeners want in an all-in-one platform: instant access to thousands of live radio stations from across the country, user-created Custom Stations inspired by a favorite artist or song, thousands of curated digital stations, and Shows & Personalities featuring on-demand news, talk and entertainment content. To see all available platforms and to download the app, visit iHeartRadio.com/apps. 

These latest integrations add to iHeartRadio’s growing list of device platforms across web, mobile phones, tablets, automotive, smart TVs, gaming consoles and more.

About QNX
QNX is a trademark of BlackBerry Limited and is registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the world, and is used under license by QNX Software Systems Limited.

iHeartRadio to Launch on Sony Products Including Sony Computer Entertainment’s PlayStation® Consoles
 
LAS VEGAS, NV – January 6, 2015 - Today at the 2015 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, iHeartRadio, the all-in-one digital service, announced it will launch on a number of Sony's leading consumer electronics products, including Sony Computer Entertainment (SCE)’s PlayStation®4 (PS4™) and PlayStation®3 (PS3™) systems. This announcement further extends iHeartRadio’s commitment to be available everywhere its consumers are with the products and services they expect.
 
Beginning in early Q1, iHeartRadio will be available on both PS4™ and PS3™ systems, and other Sony products including select TV and mobile devices.   
 
“By adding iHeartRadio to Sony devices for both the home and on-the-go, we are able to offer our listeners an even more seamless listening experience wherever they are. iHeartRadio is always looking for new ways to meet the changing habits of our consumer audience and deliver high quality entertainment experiences, and we are excited to be working closely with Sony to offer the service on their devices,” said Darren Davis, President of iHeartRadio. “By making iHeartRadio available on select Sony devices we are also expanding the scope of our reach and further rounding out our already diverse range of compatible devices.”
 
Look for the iHeartRadio app on Sony TVs during CES at booth 14200 in the Central Hall, ahead of official launch.
 
The addition of iHeartRadio to Sony and Sony Computer Entertainment devices adds to the company’s growing list of device platforms across web, mobile phones, tablets, automotive, smart TVs, gaming consoles and more. With nearly 60 million registered users, iHeartRadio continues to be free for listeners.
 
iHeartRadio delivers everything listeners want in an all-in-one platform: instant access to thousands of radio stations from across the country, user-created Custom Stations inspired by a favorite artist or song, thousands of curated digital stations, and Shows & Personalities featuring on-demand news, talk and entertainment content. To see all available platforms and to download the app, visit iHeartRadio.com/apps.

HEOS™ by Denon Brings On iHeartRadio – it’s music to the ears

With iHeartRadio HEOS users can transport thousands of live radio stations to anywhere in the home

Mahwah, NJ (December 18, 2014) – Denon® Electronics, a leading manufacturer of premium home and personal audio products, announces its partnership with iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s all-in-one streaming music service, to offer iHeartRadio on the HEOS wireless multi-room sound system.  Now HEOS users have the capability to utilize iHeartRadio’s free streaming music and live radio service through the HEOS app, available for both iOS and Android™*.  This gives HEOS listeners access to thousands of live AM/FM radio stations from across the country and the ability to create their own Custom Stations.

"We are excited to partner with Denon Electronics to bring iHeartRadio into even more homes with the HEOS music player," said Darren Davis, President of iHeartRadio.  "Its sleek and compact design combined with its premier stereo sound makes it perfect for enjoying your favorite iHeartRadio stations anywhere in the house."

Through three stunning, wireless compact music players, HEOS delivers iHeartRadio’s personalized radio stations, to whatever room users want to hear the music they desire. With iHeartRadio, HEOS users have access to an incredible array of listening options.

iHeartRadio is the leading digital service that delivers everything listeners want in an all-in-one platform: Instant access to live radio stations from across the country, user-created Custom Stations inspired by a favorite artist or song, thousands of curated digital stations and the iHeartRadio Shows & Personalities feature giving users access to the best on-demand news, talk and entertainment content available today.
Find the best of Live Radio:  Listen to thousands of live radio stations including pop, country, urban, rock, talk, college and other stations. Browse by music genre and location, then hit the scan button to move from radio station to radio station for enhanced music discovery. Let DJs know what songs are hot or not by giving them a thumbs up or thumbs down.
Create personalized Custom Stations: Choose from our catalog of over 20 million songs and 450,000 artists. Simply pick a song or artist to create your own commercial-free, uninterrupted Custom Station featuring music from that artist and similar ones, plus Thumbs up/Thumbs down songs to create a more personalized experience.
Easily save and browse Favorites: Quick access to play your favorite saved and recently listened to stations or shows

Anywhere sounds amazing through HEOS, a new wireless multi-room sound system which includes three stunning, wireless multi-zone music players:

HEOS 3 ($299) wireless speaker is versatile and is the perfect product to start with. This compact yet fully featured wireless speaker plays the user’s favorite music from a range of streaming services including iHeartRadio from a smartphone or tablet, even a USB drive. Ideal for smaller spaces such as bedrooms, offices, dens, kitchens and dorm rooms.

HEOS 5 ($399) wireless speaker is where elegance meets performance. This discreet and elegant speaker produces incredibly detailed wide range high fidelity stereo sound. It is ideal for medium to large rooms such as dining rooms, larger bedrooms, and offices or smaller living rooms.

HEOS 7 ($599) a wireless speaker for the ultimate listening experience. Able to produce true wide range high fidelity stereo sound, the HEOS 7 can deliver room-filling volume even in larger spaces such as living rooms, great rooms, and open area floor plans.

To meet the high bar set by Denon’s 100-year legacy of premier audio quality, Denon’s engineers and designers worked for more than ten years to develop HEOS. Take that and combine it with the outstanding selection of sound delivered by iHeartRadio and listeners get the ultimate wireless multi-room sound experience. 

HEOS by Denon multi-room wireless sound system is available online and at select Denon dealers. For more information visit http://www.HEOSbyDenon.com.

*A wireless home network is required.

Sharon Dastur Joins iHeartMedia's National Programming Platforms Team As Senior Vice President Of Programming Integration

New York, NY – December 18, 2014 – iHeartMedia announced today that Sharon Dastur will join its National Programming Platforms team as Senior Vice President of Programming Integration, effective Jan. 5.   Dastur most recently served as Program Director for the world-famous Z100, New York's No. 1 Hit Music Station, and Program Director for Nick Radio, Nickelodeon's exclusive digital only station on iHeartRadio.

In her newly created position, Dastur will use her years of industry experience to create cutting-edge programs that leverage the company's assets for brands and partners and will assist with the program execution with artist, managers and labels.  In this role, she will develop cross promotion partnerships between label groups and agencies, and in addition she will work with in-market programmers, lending her knowledge and ability to help refine current programs and initiatives.  She will also work together with the Artist Relations team on booking and talent negotiations for all iHeartRadio national events and industry events.
 
“I've had the pleasure of working with Sharon for more than 20 years. She's a professional that excels with every new challenge. When we look at where we're taking iHeartMedia, Sharon's experience and skills are perfectly suited for this role,” said Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms.

"Sharon is a top line talent with great programming, event and artist expertise. Her programming and station knowledge will be an incredible asset across our entire organization nationwide," said Clay Hunnicutt, Executive Vice President of National Programming Platforms, iHeartMedia.

“When Tom and Clay first approached me about this incredible new position, and knowing the direction where iHeartMedia is going, it seemed like the perfect next step in my career,” said Dastur.  “After more than 18 years at the world-famous Z100, I am extremely proud of all of the accomplishments the team has achieved.  From guiding the station to its highest ratings and revenue, to recently coming off of our biggest and most successful Z100 Jingle Ball, it will be exciting to take those things we’ve successfully built locally over the years and integrate them into the national platform and throughout organization across the country.  I’m thrilled to be joining this incredible NPP team and getting started on this next chapter in my life!”  
  
Dastur is one of iHeartMedia' premiere programming talents.  Under her leadership, Z100 became the No. 1 billing station, leading in all the target demographics 18-34 and 18-49, and was named the "2014 Station of the Year" at the Worldwide Radio Industry Awards.  Dastur also previously served as National CHR Brand Coordinator, advising CHR stations across the country with her programming expertise and mentoring other Program Directors throughout the company to develop and strengthen their stations' branding, strategy, music and imaging.  She has also been recognized by the industry with honors including being named one of the top "Women in Music" by Billboard, "Most Influential Women in Radio" for the past five years and as well as Best Program Director in America for four consecutive years by Radio Ink and honored as the “2014 Women of Influence” by the TJ Martell Foundation.

The First-Ever "iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina Presented By Sprint" Brings The Biggest Names In Latin Music Together At The Forum For One Unforgettable Night
 
Ricky Martin, Pitbull, J. Balvin, Becky G, Roberto Tapia, Alejandra Guzmán, Prince Royce, La Original Banda El Limón, Voz A Voz, Daddy Yankee and Jesse & Joy Perform Live on One Stage in Los Angeles
iHeartMedia and Live Nation Co-Produces the Inaugural Festival

New York, NY – November 24, 2014 – The first-ever iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina Presented by Sprint, featuring Latin music's biggest superstars, came to a close Saturday night following an evening jam packed with star-studded performances.  The event, which brought the power and unforgettable performances of the iHeartRadio Music Festival to Latin music, featured live performances by the biggest names in Latin music: Ricky Martin, Pitbull, J. Balvin, Becky G, Roberto Tapia, Alejandra Guzmán, Prince Royce, La Original Banda El Limón with special guest appearances by Voz A Voz, Daddy Yankee, Jesse & Joy to the Forum in Los Angeles. The iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina also included special guest presenters Chiquis Rivera, Oscar de la Hoya, Christina Milian and Selenis Leyva and Dascha Polanco of "Orange is the New Black," as well as iHeartMedia personalities Ryan Seacrest, Mario Lopez and El Mandril.

The inaugural event kicked off Saturday afternoon with "iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina La Villita, Presented by Chase," the official FREE pre-event featuring performances by Becky G, Voz a Voz and Taboo from The Black Eyed Peas as well as live sets by iHeartRadio's Prostyle.  The afternoon event featured food trucks, many partner activations with ways to win tickets to the evening show, exciting artist experiences and more.

Straight from the Forum in Los Angeles, the magic of iHeartRadio came to Latin music with an extraordinary lineup that included the following highlights:

Ricky Martin opened the show and was spotted backstage before his performance catching up with Mario Lopez about his kids
La Original Banda El Limón did a special performance of "El Mejor Perfume" with Voz a Voz
Daddy Yankee opened his sets with his hit song "Gasolina"
Prince Royce made the crowd swoon as he threw red roses into the audience during his performance of "Darte un Beso"
Prince Royce hosted a private meet-and-greet with two Make-A-Wish families, spending time with them backstage in his dressing room. The families were also able to spend time backstage during Becky G’s performance at the iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina La Villita
Pitbull closed the show with an over-the-top performance of some of his biggest hits, including "Give Me Everything Tonight" and his new hot single "Fireball"

The iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina is the newest of iHeartMedia's incredibly successful major concert events, following in the footsteps of 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 iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party, the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball Concert Tour and the iHeartRadio Country Festival, which features today's hottest country acts. The star-studded event was co-produced by iHeartMedia and Live Nation.

Proud partners of the events include:  Sprint, Chase, Corona, Ford, JCPenney, Pepsi and State Farm®.

iHeartMedia and Bobby Bones Premiere Production Partnership
 
RIGHT SIDE BLIND PRODUCTIONS To Develop Original Television Programming Under Innovative Development And Marketing Umbrella
 
November 13, 2014 -- iHeartMedia, Inc., the leading global media and entertainment company, and Bobby Bones, one of America's top music radio personalities, announced today their partnership in the launch of development and production company, RIGHT SIDE BLIND PRODUCTIONS.
 
Based in Los Angeles, RIGHT SIDE BLIND will develop scripted and unscripted programming for cable and network television with an emphasis on original, sophisticated and innovative concepts.  The company will also work directly with brands to take advantage of iHeartMedia's commitment to unprecedented measured media support across its multi-platform networks.
 
RIGHT SIDE BLIND is a collaborative venture of Nashville-based Bobby Bones, Los Angeles-based Custom Productions, led by writer/producer/director Steve Stockman, which will serve as the company's production arm, and Seattle-based Workhouse Media, Inc., led by Principal & CEO Paul B. Anderson.
 
"Bobby Bones has emerged in just a year to become one of radio's top personalities, and we look forward to working with him on this new venture that will recognize and develop his true potential as a creative partner," said Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of iHeartMedia, Inc.  "Bobby is a complete package: A unique and personal voice, a special relationship with his audience nationwide, and a clever, independent sensibility." 
 
"Bobby and his team are a powerful addition to our growing television and digital video development business," said John Sykes, iHeartMedia, Inc.'s President of Entertainment Enterprises. "This new partnership brings us a road tested blue chip production team with a built in promotion platform that reaches millions of consumers daily."

"iHeartMedia gets the big picture – and has the kind of reach and promotional power to engage effectively across multiple platforms through their radio, digital, social, mobile and live event assets with unique content that grabs and holds viewers' attention. " said Bobby Bones.  "Whether I'm in front of an audience or behind the scenes, I'm always looking for new talent and the chance to change perceptions; I want to find shows that cut through the marketplace, and this is an opportunity to find the artists and the projects people should notice."
 
"Bobby, Paul and I see eye to eye on what makes great entertainment. Together with iHeartMedia's incredible team, we're hoping to present innovative models of how to get that entertainment to the screen," said Steve Stockman.

iHeartMedia Announces "iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina – La Villita Presented By Chase"

Free Official Pre-Event for the First Ever iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina to Feature Live Performances by Becky G and Voz a Voz at the Forum

WHAT:  iHeartMedia today announced the "iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina La Villita, Presented by Chase," the official FREE pre-event for the first-ever iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina.  La Villita, Presented by Chase will feature live performances by Becky G and Voz a Voz as well as live sets by iHeartRadio's Prostyle.  

The free afternoon event will feature food trucks and sponsor activations – as the presenting partner, Chase will feature fun outdoor games for all ages including corn hole and life-size Jenga as well as an opportunity to meet an artist, tickets to the show with access to the Chase Lounge. The Ford tent will offer fans chances to win a variety of prizing from seat upgrades, unique artist experiences and ear buds with the socially driven Ford vending machine.  Throughout the afternoon Pepsi will provide free custom trucker hats and ice cold Pepsi products to keep attendees refreshed. Sprint will provide multiple charging stations on-site, keeping consumers fully charged so they can stay connected. At El Bar, presentado por Corona, visitors will enjoy Corona Extra and Corona Light beer while hanging with professional boxers and the Corona Ring Card Girls, who will be on-site for photo opportunities and fan engagement.  Other sponsors on-site will include JCPenney and State Farm®.

La Villita, Presented by Chase is the official daytime event for the iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina, which is taking the power of the hugely successful iHeartRadio Music Festival to Latin music fans with live performances by Ricky Martin, Pitbull, J. Balvin, Becky G, Roberto Tapia, Alejandra Guzmán, Prince Royce, La Original Banda El Limón with special guest appearances by Voz A Voz, Daddy Yankee, Jesse & Joy and other special guests.  Tickets are on sale for the iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina – for more information about both events visit iheartradio.com/fiesta.
   
WHEN: Saturday, November 22, from 2-6:00 p.m. PST

WHERE:     The Parking Lot at the Forum (North Side Manchester):
3900 W Manchester Blvd
Inglewood, CA 90305