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Third Annual iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party Presented by Visit Florida Returns to Fontainebleau’s Bleaulive – And Now With Two Nights Of Performances
 
Jennifer Lopez, Neon Trees, Tiësto, Ariana Grande, Iggy Azalea, Lil Jon and More to Perform Live
Clear Channel Stations Across the Country Will Give Away Ultimate Weekend Pool Party Packages Through National On-Air and Online Promotion
 
New York, NY – May 5, 2014 – iHeartRadio, Clear Channel’s industry-leading digital radio service, and the legendary Fontainebleau Miami Beach today announced the third annual iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party presented by VISIT FLORIDA, a two-day musical weekend hosted by Nick Cannon on June 27-28 as part of the Fontainebleau’s BleauLive concert series. The weekend will feature performances at Fontainebleau by Jennifer Lopez, Neon Trees, Tiësto, Ariana Grande, Iggy Azalea and Lil Jon, with more performers and special presenters to be announced.
 
New this year, the iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party will feature two nights of all-star performances. The event will kick off Friday, June 27, with exclusive performances by Ariana Grande, Iggy Azalea and Lil Jon at the resort’s legendary pool. The ultimate getaway weekend will continue on Saturday with an all-day pool party featuring sets by iHeartRadio's house DJs. The weekend will finish with its second live concert event that evening featuring Tiësto, Jennifer Lopez and Neon Trees. For the second consecutive year, the iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party will air as an exclusive television broadcast nationally on The CW Network.
 
To promote the event, Clear Channel launched a national on-air and online promotion across more than 140 of its mainstream and rhythmic Contemporary Hit Radio (CHR), HOT-AC and Electronic Dance Music (EDM) stations beginning today. More than 150 iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party packages, which include round-trip airfare, two-night hotel accommodations for two and access to all the weekend's events, will be given away now through June 13.  One Grand Prize Winner will be chosen to receive a fantasy all-access experience with three friends which will include being flown to Miami on a private luxury jet, a suite at Fontainebleau Miami Beach, a private pool-side cabana and exclusive once in a lifetime artist experiences.
 
"The iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party brings memorable, over the top artist experiences to our listeners and continues to be a huge success year after year," said Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment.  "Connecting our fans to the music they love across our radio stations no matter where they are and then bringing that music to life at our iconic events is what iHeartRadio is all about."
 
For the second year, iHeartRadio's Ultimate Pool Party will be presented by VISITFLORIDA.com, which will run an iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party VIP sweepstakes May 5 through June 6. The VIP package will include air transportation and accommodations, a $500 gift card and a 2014 Mazda 6 car. Participants can enter to win at VISITFLORIDA.com. New sponsors to this year's iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party event include Caress and Cutex, with other exciting brand activations to be announced.
 
"This event is a great way for Florida to connect with millennial travelers and showcase the fun destinations found around the Sunshine State," said Paul Phipps, Chief Marketing Officer at VISIT FLORIDA.
 
For details on how to purchase a weekend getaway package to the iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party complete with ocean view accommodations, general admission tickets and much more, visit BleauLive.com or call 1.800.548.8886.
 
The iHeartRadio app, which reached its first 20 million registered users faster than any digital service in Internet history, delivers everything listeners want in an all-in-one platform: Instant access to more than 1,500 radio stations from across the country, user-created Custom Stations inspired by a favorite artist or song, thousands of curated digital stations "Perfect For" any mood or activity, and the new Shows & Personalities feature giving users access to the best on-demand news, talk and entertainment content available today. To see all available platforms and to download the app, visit iHeartRadio.com/apps.
 
The iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party presented by VISIT FLORIDA at Fontainebleau is a Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Production.  For more information visit iHeartRadio.com.
 
About Fontainebleau Miami Beach
A spectacular blend of Golden Era glamour and modern luxury, Fontainebleau Miami Beach merges striking design, contemporary art, music, fashion and technology into a vibrant guest experience. A revered landmark and symbol of style and sophistication since its opening in 1954, Fontainebleau Miami Beach boasts 1,504 guestrooms and suites appointed with lavish amenities and iMacs; the world-renowned LIV Nightclub, 12 restaurants and lounges including two AAA Four Diamond signature restaurants, Scarpetta and Hakkasan; the 40,000-square-foot Lapis spa with mineral-rich water therapies and invigorating treatments; a dramatic oceanfront pool-scape offering lush cabanas and sun loungers; and is home to BleauLive, the innovative concert series that combines intimate performances with memorable weekend escapes.

NBC and Clear Channel Celebrate Music's Biggest Stars With First-Ever 'iHeartRadio Music Awards'

Blake Shelton, Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell, Pitbull, Shakira and Thirty Seconds to Mars Among All-Star Performers at Groundbreaking New Show

Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Steven Tyler, Imagine Dragons, Chris Martin, Lorde and Gwen Stefani Make Special Appearances

New York, NY –May 2, 2014 – The first-ever iHeartRadio Music Awards brought together the biggest names in entertainment to Los Angeles to celebrate all things music.  The innovative all-new awards show presented by Clear Channel Media and Entertainment paid homage to the City of Angels at the historic Shrine Auditorium on Thursday, May 1.
 
Broadcast live on NBC, and on Clear Channel radio stations nationwide and the iHeartRadio digital music platform, Los Angeles lit up as the music of the iHeartRadio app came to life at the inaugural iHeartRadio Music Awards. The show featured performances by recording stars Blake Shelton, Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell, Pitbull, Shakira, Thirty Seconds to Mars, Ariana Grande, Luke Bryan, Arcade Fire, Ed Sheeran, Pitbull, Bastille and Usher – in a world premiere performance of the new Michael Jackson song “Love Never Felt So Good.” 
 
Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Steven Tyler, Imagine Dragons, Chris Martin, Lorde, Mel B, Ashley Greene, Lil Jon, Jason Ritter, Hilary Duff, Joe Manganiello, Chester Bennington, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, Juanes, Bobby Bones, Juicy J, Gwen Stefani, Jennifer Lopez, Ryan Seacrest, Selena Gomez, Lionel Richie and more made special guest appearances.   An innovative highlight of the show featured the music world's top stars telling their "L.A. stories" -- what brought them to and through Los Angeles and how it helped make their careers. In addition to performances at the Shrine, the event also featured artists playing from some of Los Angeles' most iconic venues, including The Roxy and the Hotel Café.
 
Music fans used hashtags to cast more than 65 million votes across Facebook and Twitter to catapult their favorite artists and songs, and the winners were: 
 
Hip Hop/R&B Song Of The Year:
“Pour It Up” Rihanna

class="page-strong">Best Collaboration:
“Timber” Pitbull feat. Ke$ha

Best New Artist:
Lorde

Best Lyrics:
“Wrecking Ball” Miley Cyrus

Best Fan Army:
Rihanna Navy

iHeartRadio Young Influencer Award:
Ariana Grande

iHeartRadio Instagram Award:
Austin Mahone's Mahomies

Alt Rock Song Of The Year:
“Demons” Imagine Dragons

Song Of The Year:
“Stay” Rihanna feat. Mikky Ekko

Country Song Of The Year:
“Boys ‘Round Here” Blake Shelton

EDM Song of the Year:
“Wake Me Up” Avicii

iHeartRadio Innovator Award:
Pharrell Williams

Artist of the Year:
Rihanna

The iHeartRadio Music Awards was a dominant social media topic throughout the week of the show, with #iHeartAwards trending No. 1 on Twitter throughout the night and continuing to trend with tweets and retweets from fans as well as artists.
 
iHeartRadio delivers everything listeners want in an all-in-one platform: Instant access to more than 1,500 radio stations from across the country, user-created Custom Stations inspired by a favorite artist or song, thousands of curated digital stations “Perfect For” any mood or activity, and the iHeartRadio Talk feature gives users access to the best on-demand news, talk and entertainment content available today.

The 2014 iHeartRadio Music Festival Returns to the MGM Grand in Las Vegas September 19 and 20
 
Clear Channel and Macy’s Launch Annual “Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star” Giving 25 Emerging Artists the Chance To Perform at the Fourth Annual Festival
 
NEW YORK – April 28, 2014 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the leading media company in America with a greater reach than any radio or television outlet, today announced that its fourth annual, star-studded iHeartRadio Music Festival and Village will return to the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on September 19 and 20, 2014.  Clear Channel Media and Entertainment and Macy’s, the famed department store with over 800 locations nationwide, also announced today they have renewed their partnership, which includes a nationwide talent search to find America’s next Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star.
 
For the third year of Macy's iHeartRadio Rising Star talent search, Clear Channel's music experts and Macy's have selected 25 up-and-coming artists who will be given a chance to perform on the same stage as music's biggest stars at the iHeartRadio Music Festival 2014 and at Macy's Glamorama events, the retailer’s high-fashion and music spectacles this summer.  Clear Channel listeners, iHeartRadio fans and Macy’s shoppers will have the ability to preview music from the selected artists on iHeartRadio via Macy’s exclusive mstyleradio, digital top hits radio station which also broadcasts live in-store at more than 700 Macy’s mstylelab Junior’s and Young Men’s departments nationwide.  mstyleradio is a destination where fans can discover new music, enjoy their favorite hits and connect to the latest in fashion and pop culture.
 
“Macy’s ongoing partnership with Clear Channel is a great example of our goal to bridge the gap between fashion, music and pop culture, as both a fashion retailer and an entertainment brand,” said Martine Reardon, Chief Marketing Officer for Macy’s, Inc. “Leveraging the power of mstyleradio, our iconic fashion and music events and our stores nationwide, which are the hub for incredible entertainment experiences, we will provide an extraordinary platform to an up-and-coming talent to connect with millions of fans.” 
 
“Every year the iHeartRadio Music Festival features the biggest names in music together on one stage as well as historic collaborations you can't see anywhere else — it has truly become the year's unforgettable, can’t miss music experience,” said Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms for Clear Channel. “Being able to bring such a diverse array of popular artists together, while having the opportunity to introduce listeners to new music and artists through programs like Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star, is what Clear Channel is all about.”
 
Voting will begin May 5 at iHeartRadio.com/RisingStar.  Listeners can also vote by “thumbing-up” an artist’s song while listening to mstyleradio.  Full artist biographies, music tracks and videos will be available online to help fans choose their favorite artist.  Voting ends June 22 and the winner will perform at the iHeartRadio Music Festival. Fans who vote online at iHeartRadio.com/RisingStar will be automatically entered to win a VIP Trip for two to the iHeartRadio Music Festival 2014 including tickets for both nights as well as entry to the Festival Village, airfare, accommodations and an exclusive meet-and-greet with the Macy's iHeartRadio Rising Star winner.
 
After more than six million votes were cast, last year’s winner, The Summer Set, performed alongside music’s biggest stars at the 2013 iHeartRadio Music Festival, which brings the music of the iHeartRadio app to life and offers fans an opportunity to enjoy a weekend of incredible live music and surprise performances by their favorite artists.  Last year's star-studded festival featured more than 40 of the best artists in music including Justin Timberlake, Katy Perry, Paul McCartney, Elton John, Queen + Adam Lambert, fun., Maroon 5, Miley Cyrus, Bruno Mars and more.  This year’s iHeartRadio Music Festival 2014 lineup and ticket information will be announced this summer.
 
The iHeartRadio app, which reached its first 20 million registered users faster than any digital service in Internet history, delivers everything listeners want in an all-in-one platform: Instant access to more than 1,500 radio stations from across the country, user-created Custom Stations inspired by a favorite artist or song, thousands of curated digital stations "Perfect For" any mood or activity, and the new Shows & Personalities feature giving users access to the best on-demand news, talk and entertainment content available today. To see all available platforms and to download the app, visit iHeartRadio.com/apps.
 
About Macy's
Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc. (NYSE:M), delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at approximately 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam, as well as to customers in the U.S. and more than 100 international destinations through its leading online store at macys.com. Via its stores, e-commerce site, mobile and social platforms, Macy's offers distinctive assortments including the most desired family of exclusive and fashion brands for him, her and home. Macy's is known for such epic events as Macy's 4th of July Fireworks® and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®, as well as spectacular fashion shows, culinary events, flower shows and celebrity appearances. Macy's flagship stores -- including Herald Square in New York City, Union Square in San Francisco, State Street in Chicago, Dadeland in Miami and South Coast Plaza in southern California -- are known internationally and are leading destinations for visitors. Building on a more than 150-year tradition, and with the collective support of customers and employees, Macy's helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities giving more than $70 million each year to help make a difference in the lives of our customers.

For Macy’s media materials, including images and contacts, please visit our online pressroom at macys.com/pressroom.

NBC and Clear Channel Celebrate Music’s Biggest Stars From Across The World at First Ever ‘iHeartRadio Music Awards’ Live May 1 (8-11 P.M. ET/PT)
 
Blake Shelton, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell, Pitbull, Shakira and Thirty Seconds to Mars Among Top Acts for Groundbreaking New Show

Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Steven Tyler, Imagine Dragons, Chris Martin, Lorde, Demi Lovato and More Also Set to Make Appearances
 
UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. — April 21, 2014 — The biggest names in music are taking over the city of Los Angeles on May 1 for an all new awards franchise, the “iHeartRadio Music Awards” presented by Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. The inaugural music special airs live on NBC (8-11 p.m. ET/PT) from the Shrine Auditorium.
 
Artists who will be performing include Blake Shelton, Drake, Kendrick Lamar, Pharrell, Pitbull, Shakira and Thirty Seconds to Mars.
 
Other performers from the telecast include Ariana Grande, Luke Bryan, Arcade Fire and Ed Sheeran.
 
Those set to make appearances include Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, Steven Tyler, Imagine Dragons, Chris Martin, Lorde, Demi Lovato and more.
 
The iHeartRadio Music Awards is taking a groundbreaking approach to the award show format, offering viewers live performances, storytelling and an intimate atmosphere. In addition to performances at the glamorous-tabled show at the Shrine, the event will also feature artists playing the stages of some of Los Angeles’ most iconic venues from The Roxy to the Hotel Café.
 
The event will highlight the music world’s top stars in taking over Los Angeles telling viewers their “L.A. story” -- what brought them to and through the City of Angels and how it helped make their careers.
 
Category finalists for the iHeartRadio Music Awards were announced on March 26. Music fans have used hashtags to cast more than 55 million votes across Facebook and Twitter to catapult their favorite artists and songs.
 
Artist of the Year:
Imagine Dragons
Justin Timberlake
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Maroon 5
Rihanna
 
Song of the Year:
“Hold On We’re Going Home” – Drake ft. Majid Jordan
“Mirrors” – Justin Timberlake
“Radioactive” – Imagine Dragons
“Stay” – Rihanna ft. Mikky Ekko
“The Monster” – Eminem ft. Rihanna
 
Best Collaboration: (Most voted on category with more than 3.9 million votes cast)
“Holy Grail” – JAY Z ft. Justin Timberlake
“Stay” – Rihanna ft. Mikky Ekko
“Suit & Tie” – Justin Timberlake ft. JAY Z
“The Monster” – Eminem ft. Rihanna
“Timber” – Pitbull ft. Kesha
 
Best New Artist:
Florida Georgia Line
Icona Pop
Imagine Dragons
Lorde
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Passenger
 
Country Song of the Year:
“Boys ‘Round Here” – Blake Shelton
“Highway Don’t Care” – Tim McGraw with Taylor Swift
“It Goes Like This” – Thomas Rhett
“Mine Would Be You” – Blake Shelton
“That’s My Kind of Night” – Luke Bryan
 
Hip Hop/R&B Song of the Year:
“Blurred Lines” – Robin Thicke ft. T.I. & Pharrell
“Hold On We’re Going Home” – Drake ft. Majid Jordan
“Holy Grail” – JAY Z ft. Justin Timberlake
“Pour It Up” – Rihanna
“Started From The Bottom” – Drake
 
EDM Song of the Year:
“Get Lucky” – Daft Punk ft. Pharrell
“Stay The Night” – Zedd ft. Hayley Williams
“Summertime Sadness” – Lana Del Rey ft. Cedric Gervais
“Sweet Nothing” – Calvin Harris ft. Florence Welch
“Wake Me Up” – Avicii
 
Alternative Rock Song of the Year:
“Demons” – Imagine Dragons
“Do I Wanna Know?” – Arctic Monkeys
“Pompeii” – Bastille
“Royals” – Lorde
“Safe And Sound” – Capital Cities
 
Best Lyrics:
“Wake Me Up” – Avicii (Vocals by Aloe Blacc)
“I Love It (ft. Charli XCX)” – Icona Pop
“Say Something” – A Great Big World
“Same Love” – Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
“Wrecking Ball” – Miley Cyrus
 
Best Fan Army:
Arianators – Ariana Grande
Little Monsters – Lady Gaga
Lovatics – Demi Lovato
Mahomies – Austin Mahone
Rihanna Navy – Rihanna
Swifties – Taylor Swift
 
Round two voting at iHeartRadio.com/awards will continue through April 25 as millions of fans rally behind their favorite artists and songs to vote for which nominee they want to win each category. Listeners can tune into their local Clear Channel radio stations for a chance to win their way into the iHeartRadio Music Awards, featuring never-before-done duets and collaborations, celebrity guest appearances and live award presentations.

The “iHeartRadio Music Awards” will be executive produced by Clear Channel’s John Sykes (“MTV Music Awards”) and Tom Poleman, Ryan Seacrest Productions and Ian Stewart and Hamish Hamilton (“The 2014 Academy Awards,” “Super Bowl XLVIII”) of Done and Dusted Inc., for NBC Studios. Hamilton will also direct.

For breaking news and exclusive iHeartRadio Music Awards content, visit iHeartRadio.com/awards.

Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Extends Its Automotive Reach In The Connected Dashboard Announcing Integration With New Subaru Vehicles

iHeartRadio to be Demoed at The New York Auto Show in Subaru’s New STARLINK Infotainment Display

NEW YORK – April 17, 2013 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment today announced that iHeartRadio, its all-in-one free streaming music and live radio service, will be available in Subaru’s new STARLINK infotainment systems available for demo beginning tomorrow at the New York Auto Show.  This newest addition to iHeartRadio’s portfolio of connected car apps further emphasizes Clear Channel’s focus on extending the car radio experience to even more listeners across the country.

Through the integration, Subaru drivers will be able to listen to iHeartRadio's library of 1,500+ live radio stations, catalog of 450,000+ artists and 18 million songs to create Custom Stations right from the dashboard. iHeartRadio for Subaru will include safety-minded features to help minimize driver distraction with a simple interface designed to provide seamless access to the iHeartRadio digital service in-vehicle. Additional features for Subaru drivers include access to their saved Favorites, the ability to Thumbs up/Thumbs down songs to create a more personalized experience, scan Live Radio stations to foster music discovery and tune into iHeartRadio’s Shows & Personalities feature which offers on-demand news, celebrity and entertainment talk show content. As with all device integrations, iHeartRadio’s app is completely free, with no subscription required.

“Driving and listening to the radio go hand-in-hand. Radio is America’s companion, a trusted friend that keeps you company every time you turn the car on,” said Brian Lakamp, President of Digital, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. “New technologies like Subaru’s STARLINK enables us to extend the iHeartRadio experience beyond just towers and transmitters allowing listeners to access all their favorite radio stations across the country, regardless of where they drive.”

“We are thrilled to have iHeartRadio as our first content partner for the STARLINK cloud service application," said David Sullivan, Marketing Strategy & Launch Manager, Subaru of America. "The award winning service brings a huge amount of programming and custom content to Subaru vehicles with a great easy-to-use interface.”

The iHeartRadio app reached its first 20 million registered users faster than any digital service in Internet history and delivers everything listeners want in an all-in-one platform.  In addition to the new Subaru availability, iHeartRadio will also be available in select Chrysler, Ford, GM, Lexus, Lincoln, Nissan, Toyota, Jaguar Land Rover, Volvo and Kia vehicles, as well as after-market head units including Clarion, JVC, Kenwood, Pioneer, AT&T Drive and the recently announced Apple CarPlay. Visit iHeartRadio.com/apps for more information on how to download. iHeartRadio features may vary by automotive model.

iHeartRadio Announces Integration With Amazon Fire TV

iHeartRadio All-In-One Digital Music Service Continues To Expand On Its Promise To Be Everywhere Its Listeners Are
 
New York – April 2, 2014 – iHeartRadio, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment's all-in-one digital music and live streaming radio service with more than 300 million app downloads, today announced that it will be available out of the box on Amazon Fire TV, a tiny yet powerful way to watch movies, listen to music, and play games in the comfort of your living room. iHeartRadio was also one of the first apps available and optimized on Amazon's line of Kindle Fire tablets.
 
iHeartRadio's integration with Amazon Fire TV will provide consumers instant access from the comfort of their living room to more than 1,500 Live Radio stations from across the country and hand curated iHeartRadio digital only stations, as well as the ability to create their own stations from a library of more than 450,000 artists and 18 million songs – all for free. Other optimized features include the ability to save and easily access favorite stations, skip songs on Custom Stations, thumbs up / thumbs down songs and more.
 
Today's news comes on the heels of several other integrations already made this year including Apple's CarPlay, Samsung's Gear 2 Smartwatch, Qualcomm's AllPlay and new auto partnerships with AT&T Drive, GM, Jaguar Land Rover, Kia and Volvo. iHeartRadio also just announced the iHeartRadio Music Awards, which will be televised live from Los Angeles, May 1st on NBC with a live audio stream on iHeartRadio.
 
"iHeartRadio's launch onto Amazon Fire TV is another key step in our pledge to be everywhere listeners want us to be, whether they want to hear the music and radio stations they love in their living rooms or on the go," said Brian Lakamp, Clear Channel's president of digital. "We're excited to continue our relationship with Amazon and be able to extend our reach to even more consumers through Fire TV's simple and affordable in-home platform."
 
"iHeartRadio is a customer favorite, letting users listen to popular live stations or create custom stations from the artists they love," said Mike George, Vice President of Amazon Appstore and Games. "We think it's a great addition to Amazon Fire TV, so customers can listen to their favorite music right in their living room, with no hassle."
 
The iHeartRadio app, which reached its first 20 million registered users faster than any digital service in Internet history, delivers everything listeners want in an all-in-one platform: Instant access to more than 1,500 radio stations from across the country, user-created Custom Stations inspired by a favorite artist or song, thousands of curated digital stations "Perfect For" any mood or activity, and the new Shows & Personalities feature giving users access to the best on-demand news, talk and entertainment content available today. To see all available platforms and to download the app, visit iHeartRadio.com/apps.

Clear Channel and Stardome Media Group Announce Digital Music and Promotional Revenue-Sharing Agreement

Stardome Artists Including New Comer Teenage Band, Synderes and Latin Grammy-Nominated Singer-Songwriter Belinda to Share in Revenue on Clear Channel’s Broadcast Radio Stations and iHeartRadio

ORLANDO, FL and NEW YORK, NY – March 31, 2014 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the leading media company in America with a greater reach in the U.S. than any other radio or television outlet, and Stardome Artist Development Group, (a division of Stardome Media Group) a major media and entertainment company focusing on the U.S. Hispanic and Latin American marketplaces, today announced a revenue-sharing agreement that will allow artists represented by Stardome to share in revenues from Clear Channel’s broadcast radio stations and digital streams.

Stardome is the U.S. home to popular artists such as teenage rock/pop band Synderes and Latin Grammy Award-nominated Spanish-Mexican singer and songwriter Belinda, a global star whose albums have sold more than 12 million copies worldwide. And with more than two million albums sold in the U.S., Belinda is one of the best-selling female Mexican artists in this country. 

In addition to representing high-profile talent, Stardome Media Group is the leading U.S. provider of Spanish language radio network programming, syndication, and network ad sales representation. Operating one of the largest syndication platforms in the world, Stardome provides coverage to approximately 95 percent of the U.S. Hispanic market through broadcast and digital radio.

“Radio is the core of Stardome’s business, and provides a way for us to connect millions of Hispanic listeners with great artists, popular music, and compelling content,” said Anthony Michael Hernandez, Managing Director/CEO, Stardome Media Group. “We are glad to partner with Clear Channel, and to take steps toward ensuring that our artists and their music will continue to be easily available to listeners wherever they are in the new digital radio marketplace.”   Hernandez added, “As a media company focused on the growing ethnic market segment in America, Stardome is also aiming its efforts to the 2nd and 3rd generation Latinos, that are English dominant.” 

“Stardome has enjoyed remarkable success in the radio space, engaging Spanish-language listeners, artists, and advertisers across the U.S. and the world,” said Bob Pittman, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Clear Channel. “Like us, they recognize that the industry is changing, especially as digital capabilities evolve. We are excited to partner with Stardome and work together to create a sustainable, long-lasting digital radio industry.”

Clear Channel’s partnership with Stardome builds on the groundbreaking, totally aligned approach first pioneered by Big Machine Label Group and Clear Channel in June 2012. 

Clear Channel has also reached similar market-based agreements with major music company Warmer Music Group and independent record company Glassnote Records.  Additional agreements have included leading independent music companies including BBR Music Group imprints Broken Bow and Stoney Creek Records, eOne, Dualtone, DashGo, Black River Entertainment, rpm Entertainment, Robbins Entertainment, Naxos, Wind-up Records, Fearless Records, Zojak World Wide and Suburban Noize Records, as well as recording artists Fleetwood Mac.

About Stardome Artist Development Group
Stardome Artist Development Group, (“Stardome ADG”) is America’s premium artist management and business development firm specializing in musical act crossovers between the mainstream U.S. market and the Latino marketplace both in the U.S. and abroad. Stardome ADG is a division of Stardome Media Group (a privately owned company).  Stardome ADG represents a line-up of both emerging and star powered artists, such as Synderes, Belinda, La Red, and others.

Stardome Media Group (www.stardomemedia.com) is a diversified media and entertainment company focusing on the U.S. Hispanic and Latin American marketplace. Stardome operates one of the largest support services and audio content syndication platforms in the world (Stardome Radio Networks) servicing the broadcast radio and digital industries with approximately 95% coverage of the U.S. Hispanic market and a growing presence in over 33 countries.  Stardome is a leading US provider of Spanish language network programming, syndication, and network sales representation, offering a cost effective “one stop shop” for broadcasters and advertisers desiring to reach this unique target audience. Stardome is led by a management team of network radio industry experts including some of the leading pioneers in Hispanic radio syndication in the U.S. Stardome provides programming and services to several broadcast companies including Clear Channel, Salem Espanol, Univision, and many more. Stardome’s programming and services offerings include, CNN en Espanol Radio; FOX Deportes; AP News en Espanol; MexMix Regional Mexican Hits; ALMA Spanish Positive Hits; Escuchame Tu Audio Prep Service; Hector Herrera Show; and other premium syndicated shows and network radio services offered to the broadcasting and digital media industry looking to reach the Hispanic market.

Clear Channel and BBR Music Group Imprints Broken Bow And Stoney Creek Records Announce Revenue-Sharing Agreement
 
BBR Music Group Artists Including Country Superstar Jason Aldean, Dustin Lynch, Randy Houser and Thompson Square to Share in Revenue Across Clear Channel’s Broadcast Radio Stations and iHeartRadio Digital Platform
 
NASHVILLE, TN and NEW YORK, NY – MARCH 26, 2014 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the leading media company in America with a greater reach in the U.S. than any other radio or television outlet and BBR Music Group, an independent country music label, today announced an agreement that will enable its imprints Broken Bow Records and Stoney Creek Records and its artists to share in revenue across Clear Channel’s broadcast radio and iHeartRadio streaming stations.  
 
Broken Bow Records’ roster of artists includes ACM nominee and reigning “Male Vocalist of the Year” Jason Aldean, who recently scored his 13th career chart-topping off his current album NIGHT TRAIN, which earned PLATINUM certification in only four weeks after release. Aldean has sold over 8.5 million albums to date and the Macon, Ga. native will kick off his headlining 2014 BURN IT DOWN TOUR on May 1 and the tour includes stops at five Major League baseball stadiums. Aldean has already sold out several of the upcoming stadium dates, two nights at the iconic Red Rocks Amphitheatre and just rolled out a three-night run in Atlanta.

The BBR Music Group is also home to some of the most promising young artists in country music, including:
Randy Houser took Country Radio by storm with the 2013 release of his Stoney     Creek Records album How Country Feels.  Scoring Platinum certifications and back-to-back No. 1 hits with the title track and “Runnin’ Outta Moonlight,” Houser earned the American Country Award for Most Played Radio Track: Male (“How Country Feels”) and is gaining momentum in the Top 5 with current single, which he co-wrote, “Goodnight Kiss.”
Celebrated by Rolling Stone editors as “THE New Hat in Town” in the magazine’s 2013 “Best of Rock” issue, Dustin Lynch will release, “Where It’s At,” the lead single from his upcoming sophomore album to Country Radio on March 31st.  Since his debut single “Cowboys and Angels” became a modern Country classic, Lynch has scored a #1 album, sold over 1 million singles and surpassed 10 million views on YouTube/ VEVO.
“Band of Brothers” Parmalee, named for the band’s hometown in North Carolina, recently dominated the country radio charts with the two-week #1, GOLD-selling single “Carolina.” Parmalee’s Top 40 debut country radio single, “Musta Had A Good Time” was voted #1 by fans for four consecutive weeks on SiriusXM The Highway¹s “Hot 30 LIVE" and new single “Close Your Eyes” is quickly rising up the charts.  Each song appears on Parmalee’s debut country album, FEELS LIKE CAROLINA, in stores now.  
Reigning 2x ACM and 2012 CMA “Vocal Duo of the Year” Thompson Square has earned two #1 smash singles, six Top 20 hits, seven mainstream awards and over 25 nominations (including 2 GRAMMY as well as American Music Award and Teen Choice Award nods). Thompson Square’s current single, “Everything I Shouldn’t Be Thinking About” is the second consecutive smash off the duo’s new album JUST FEELS GOOD.
“Radio plays a powerful – and unique – role in breaking country artists. Clear Channel's commitment to being a leader in exposing fans to the best new music is undeniable. They have taken a very proactive role in growing the format, while strengthening the health of both the Radio and Records industries,” said BBR Music Group EVP Jon Loba. “Forming closer ties with a partner who wants to 'grow the pie' for all parties involved, while ensuring that country fans can access our music on multiple platforms was a logical move for us.”

“Broken Bow Records deserves its reputation for discovering, cultivating and marketing some of the most exciting new artists in country music,” said Clear Channel CEO Bob Pittman.  “Clear Channel is delighted to have the BBR Music Group and its artists as partners as we continue to build a sustainable digital music industry that benefits everyone involved – artists, fans, record labels, and broadcasters.”
 
Clear Channel’s partnership with Broken Bow Records follows the company’s landmark revenue-sharing agreement with Warner Music Group – the first wide-ranging strategic alliance between a major music company and Clear Channel.
 
Clear Channel has also reached similar market-based agreements with independent music companies including  Big Machine Label Group, Glassnote Entertainment Group, eOne, Dualtone, DashGo, Black River Entertainment, rpm Entertainment, Robbins Entertainment, Naxos, Wind-up Records, Fearless Records, Zojak World Wide and Suburban Noize Records, as well as recording artists Fleetwood Mac.

About BBR Music Group
Founded by President/ CEO Benny Brown in 1997, the BBR Music Group has grown from a fledgling independent label into the largest independent Country label group in the United States whose umbrella now includes Broken Bow Records, Stoney Creek Records, RED BOW Records, BBR Management and publishing company Magic Mustang Music.  With a roster of talented artists that includes multi-platinum superstar Jason Aldean, #1 chart-topper Dustin Lynch, American Idol’s Kristy Lee Cook, James Wesley and newcomer Jackie Lee, BROKEN BOW RECORDS continues to make a name for itself in the Country music industry.  Founded in March 2009 as a continuation of the passion and determination that spawned the success of Broken Bow, STONEY CREEK RECORDS boasts a roster which includes 2x ACM and 2012 CMA “Vocal Duo of the Year” and GRAMMY nominees Thompson Square; ACM and CMA nominee Randy Houser as well as #1 chart-toppers Parmalee and newcomer Lindsay Ell.  RED BOW RECORDS, in partnership with the country’s largest independent distributor RED Distribution, a Division of Sony, was founded in October 2012 and boasts an artist roster of 4x GRAMMY nominee and CMA and ACM award winner Joe Nichols and hot Country newcomers David Fanning and Chase Bryant.  The BBR Music Group is headquartered in Nashville, TN and is distributed by Sony RED. http://www.bbrmusicgroup.com

Clear Channel and NBC Announce Finalists for First-Ever iHeartRadio Music Awards

Nominees Justin Timberlake, Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Imagine Dragons, Maroon 5 and Rihanna Go Head-to-Head for “Artist of the Year” at the iHeartRadio Music Awards Thursday, May 1, Live on NBC
Fans Cast More Than 13.2 Million Social Votes via #Hashtags, Averaging More Than 200 Tweets per Minute and 2.2 Billion Impressions

New York and Universal City, Calif. – March 26, 2014 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment and NBC today announced the finalists for its first-ever iHeartRadio Music Awards on Thursday, May 1 at the historic Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles.  Music fans used hashtags to cast more than 13.2 million votes across Facebook and Twitter to catapult their favorite artists and songs into iHeartRadio Music Awards’ category finalists.  The event will be televised live on NBC from 8-11 p.m. ET/PT.

Announced last month, the three-hour iHeartRadio Music Awards will recognize the most popular artists and music over the past 12 months as determined by iHeartRadio listeners.  Each voting category initially featured 10 nominees based on results from the iHeartRadio Chart which includes listener feedback and performance data according to airplay; digital streaming data from the iHeartRadio platform, including “thumbs up” and custom station creations; and music sales, social interactions, online video data and tags from BigChampagne and Shazam. 

During the last four weeks, listeners cast their votes to narrow down these nominees to their top five favorites in each category, garnering more than 2.2 billion social impressions.  Category finalists (by alphabetical order) are:

Artist of the Year:
Imagine Dragons
Justin Timberlake
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Maroon 5
Rihanna

Song of the Year:
“Hold On We’re Going Home” – Drake ft. Majid Jordan
“Mirrors” – Justin Timberlake
“Radioactive” – Imagine Dragons
“Stay” – Rihanna ft. Mikky Ekko
“The Monster” – Eminem ft. Rihanna

Best Collaboration:
(Most voted on category with more than 3.9 million votes cast)
“Holy Grail” – Jay Z ft. Justin Timberlake
“Stay” – Rihanna ft. Mikky Ekko
“Suit & Tie” – Justin Timberlake ft. Jay Z
“The Monster” – Eminem ft. Rihanna
“Timber” – Pitbull ft. Ke$ha

Best New Artist:
Florida Georgia Line
Icona Pop
Imagine Dragons
Lorde
Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
Passenger

Country Song of the Year:
“Boys ‘Round Here” – Blake Shelton
“Highway Don’t Care” – Tim McGraw with Taylor Swift
“It Goes Like This” – Thomas Rhett
“Mine Would Be You” – Blake Shelton
“That’s My Kind of Night” – Luke Bryan

Hip Hop/R&B Song of the Year:
“Blurred Lines” – Robin Thicke ft. T.I. & Pharrell
“Hold On We’re Going Home” – Drake ft. Majid Jordan
“Holy Grail” – Jay Z ft. Justin Timberlake
“Pour It Up” – Rihanna
“Started From The Bottom” - Drake

EDM Song of the Year:
“Get Lucky” – Daft Punk ft. Pharrell
“Stay The Night” – Zedd ft. Hayley Williams
“Summertime Sadness” – Lana Del Rey ft. Cedric Gervais
“Sweet Nothing” – Calvin Harris ft. Florence Welch
“Wake Me Up” – Avicii

Alternative Rock Song of the Year:
“Demons” – Imagine Dragons
“Do I Wanna Know?” – Arctic Monkeys
“Pompeii” – Bastille
“Royals” – Lorde
“Safe And Sound” – Capital Cities

Best Lyrics:
“Wake Me Up” – Avicii (Vocals by Aloe Blacc)
“I Love It (ft. Charli XCX)” – Icona Pop
“Say Something” – A Great Big World
“Same Love” – Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
“Wrecking Ball” – Miley Cyrus

Best Fan Army:
Arianators – Ariana Grande
Little Monsters – Lady Gaga
Lovatics – Demi Lovato
Mahomies – Austin Mahone
Rihanna Navy – Rihanna
Swifties – Taylor Swift

Round Two voting began today at iHeartRadio.com/awards and will continue through April 25 where millions of fans will rally behind their favorite artists and songs to vote for which nominee they want to win each category.  Listeners can tune into their local Clear Channel radio stations for a chance to win their way into the iHeartRadio Music Awards featuring never-before-done duets and collaborations, celebrity guest appearances and live award presentations.

The iHeartRadio Awards will be executive produced by John Sykes and Tom Poleman of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, Ryan Seacrest Productions and Ian Stewart and Hamish Hamilton of Done and Dusted Inc., who will produce the show for NBC Studios. Hamilton will also direct.

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

Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Announces New Major Markets Structure

New Major Markets Operating Group to Accelerate Decision-Making, Increase Flexibility and Enhance Focus On All of the Company ‘s Multi-Platform Assets

New York, NY – March 14, 2014 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the leading media company in America with a greater reach than any other radio or television outlet, announced today the creation of a Major Markets Operating Group. 

The Major Markets Operating Group will consist of four divisions under leaders who will report directly to Bob Pittman, Clear Channel’s Chairman and CEO.  Each will be in positions where they can make the greatest impact on operations and future growth in the company’s leading broadcast and revenue-generating markets, and better and more quickly serve the individual communities in which Clear Channel operates.  This more aligned operational management team will provide enhanced communication, collaboration and more efficient access to Clear Channel’s full range of multi-platform assets – including broadcast, digital and events, as well as overall company resources including research, revenue management, strategic analysis, corporate strategy and business affairs -- for the leaders of the individual markets and their advertising partners.

Effective today, the Major Markets Operating Group will consist of four divisions led by Hartley Adkins, Executive Vice President; Tom McConnell, Executive Vice President; Kelly Kibler, Senior Vice President; and Greg Ashlock, formerly President of Clear Channel Los Angeles, who will now expand his responsibilities as President of Clear Channel Southern California.  Matt Martin will continue in his position as President of Regional Markets.

“As a company we continue to assess every aspect of our operations to make sure we have the right structure in place to efficiently and effectively leverage our position as the country’s leading multi-platform media and entertainment company,” said Pittman.  “Our Major Markets Operating Group will collaborate with our local market management to oversee our entire spectrum of media and entertainment platforms in our largest and highest revenue-generating markets.  This includes everything from our core broadcast radio and its strong digital platform, whose traffic has doubled in the last year, and the extremely successful iHeartRadio digital platform – to events and our expanded coordination with Clear Channel Outdoor, all of which we are increasingly mobilizing to benefit our national and local advertising partners.”

Pittman continued, “It’s critical that we are able to coordinate and integrate our resources faster and more responsively.  With our new Major Markets Operating Group, we will accelerate our decision-making, increase our flexibility and improve results, as well as increase the empowerment and accountability of our individual market leaders.  We’re pleased to expand the responsibilities of these four strong leaders within Clear Channel.”

The company also announced today that Tom Schurr, President of Operations for Major Markets, has left the company.

“During his tenure with us, Tom played a big role in Clear Channel becoming the media and entertainment leader it is today,” said Pittman.  “I know all of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment joins me in thanking Tom for the many contributions he’s made to our company.”