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The iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party Presented by VISIT FLORIDA Returns to Fontainebleau's Bleaulive for Year Two
 
Event Will Feature Performances by Pitbull, Ke$ha, Afrojack, Icona Pop and Krewella
More Than 120 Clear Channel Stations Across the Country Will Participate in National On-Air and Online Promotion
 
New York, NY – April 8, 2013 – iHeartRadio, Clear Channel’s industry-leading digital radio service, and the legendary Fontainebleau Miami Beach today announced the return of the iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party presented by Visit Florida, a two-day musical weekend on June 28-29, 2013 as part of the Fontainebleau’s BleauLive concert series. The weekend will feature performances at Fontainebleau by popular recording artists Pitbull, Ke$ha, Afrojack, Icona Pop and Krewella.
 
To promote the event, Clear Channel will launch a national on-air and online promotion across more than 120 of its mainstream and rhythmic contemporary hit radio (CHR) and Electronic Dance Music (EDM) stations beginning April 8. Seven winners will be chosen each weekday through May 17, and more than 200 packages, which include roundtrip airfare, two night hotel accommodations for two and access to all the weekend events, will be given away through a text-to-win contest. 

The event will kick off Friday, June 28, with a Welcome Party at the resort’s legendary pool. The festivities will continue on Saturday with an all-day pool party featuring performances by Icona Pop and Krewella. The weekend event will culminate in a live concert that evening featuring Pitbull, Ke$ha and AfroJack. 
 
“We continue to create pop culture events and connect our listeners across America to the music they love and The iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party is yet another great example of that,” said Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. “Last year’s event was a huge success and we’re looking forward to delivering yet another unforgettable experience for our listeners.”   
 
“Fontainebleau Miami Beach continues its legacy of bringing top performers to the historic property with the return of The iHeartRadio Ultimate Pool Party,” said Philip Goldfarb, President and COO, Fontainebleau Miami Beach. “Fontainebleau’s BleauLive once again sets the bar for entertainment destinations by providing outstanding resort-wide experiences for guests.”

For details on how to purchase your way into the Ultimate Pool Party complete with oceanview accommodations, general admission tickets and much more, visit BleauLive.com or call 1.800.548.8886. 
 
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 revered Miami Beach landmark for more than 50 years set on more than 20 oceanfront acres, Fontainebleau Miami Beach boasts 1,504 new guestrooms and suites outfitted with iMacs; 12 restaurants and lounges, most notably three AAA Four Diamond signature restaurants, Gotham Steak, Scarpetta and Hakkasan; two dynamic nightlife venues; the 40,000-square-foot Lapis spa with mineral-rich water therapies and co-ed swimming pools; and a dramatic oceanfront poolscape.  For general information or accommodations at Fontainebleau Miami Beach, visit www.fontainebleau.com or call 1.877.512.8002.

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Clear Channel Media and Entertainment and Big Machine Label Group to Launch Artist Integration Program Around The Band Perry's New "PIONEER" Album

Multi-Platform Promotional Campaign Featuring an Intimate Performance for iHeartRadio Live to Introduce Listeners to Trio's New Album

New York, N.Y. – April 1, 2013 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment announced today a partnership with Big Machine Label Group to launch The Band Perry's sophomore album, PIONEER. The sibling trio's second album is set to release April 2, 2013 when Clear Channel will launch a two-week-long on-air and online Artist Integration Program using Clear Channel's powerful platforms to introduce PIONEER to fans and listeners. To celebrate the release of PIONEER, the multiplatform program will also feature an intimate performance by The Band Perry for iHeartRadio Live at the iHeartRadio Theater presented by P.C. Richard & Son in New York City on April 3, 2013.

The campaign is a unique promotional vehicle that is specifically designed for The Band Perry to increase audience awareness of their new album across more than 115 participating Clear Channel Country radio stations featuring custom content and spots. A series of on-air spots created by Clear Channel’s top Imaging Directors will run across its network of Country stations nationwide and their online station streams, featuring audio clips from an exclusive interview with the trio.  The Band Perry will also receive featured placement on iHeartRadio.com as well as banner ads and a custom content portal to drive listeners to purchase PIONEER on iTunes. 

In 2011, siblings Kimberly, Reid and Neil Perry quickly catapulted into the mainstream with the success of their Quadruple-Platinum, breakout hit "If I Die Young," which took the No. 1 position on both the Country and Adult Contemporary (AC) charts.  The trio has won multiple American Country Music (ACM), Country Music Association (CMA) and CMT Music Awards as well as GRAMMY and other nominations. The Band Perry's first single from PIONEER, "Better Dig Two," has been a multi-week No. 1 hit and was certified PLATINUM from the RIAA for sales exceeding one million copies.

On April 3, immediately following PIONEER's release, The Band Perry will perform songs from their new album as well as other hits for iHeartRadio Live, a Clear Channel entertainment production that features performances by today’s top recording artists.  The private show will be hosted at the iHeartRadio Theater presented by P.C. Richard & Son for an intimate group of Clear Channel listeners in New York City.   The Band Perry's exclusive performance for iHeartRadio Live will also stream live for fans at iheartradio.com/thebandperry.
 
"Clear Channel's Artist Integration Program is a great way for both established groups like The Band Perry as well as emerging artists to introduce their new music to listeners by leveraging our un-matched, multi-platform promotional power," said Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment.  "We are thrilled to partner with Big Machine Label Group to launch The Band Perry's second album, PIONEER, to fans through the custom created Artist Integration Program and celebrate its release with the intimate performance for iHeartRadio Live in New York City."

The iHeartRadio Music Festival - The Biggest Live Concert Event In Radio History - Returns to the MGM Grand in 2013
 
Clear Channel and Macy's Partner Again for the Return of the "Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star," Giving Emerging Artists a Chance to Perform at the Iconic Two-Day Music Event
Voting for the Next Rising Talent Begins Monday, April 1
 
New York, NY – March 28, 2013 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the leading media company in America with a greater reach than any radio or television outlet, today announced the return of its historic, two-day, star-studded music event – the iHeartRadio Music Festival.  Back for its third year, the iHeartRadio Music Festival will return to the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on September 20 and 21, 2013.  Clear Channel also announced today its continued partnership with Macy's, the famed department store with over 800 locations nationwide, to bring back Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star, a campaign designed to spotlight America's emerging musicians and find one lucky artist or group to perform at the iconic iHeartRadio Music Festival.
 
The Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star campaign, back for its second year, will again conduct a nationwide search for new music. Clear Channel's industry experts and Macy's have selected 25 up-and-coming musicians to present to fans across America, who will then vote for an emerging artist who will be given a chance to perform alongside music's biggest stars at the iHeartRadio Music Festival 2013 and at Macy's Glamorama events this summer.  Clear Channel listeners, iHeartRadio fans and Macy’s shoppers will select their favorite emerging talent and vote online at iheartradio.com/RisingStar or at iheartradio.com/Macys.  The artist with the most votes will perform at the iHeartRadio Music Festival.  Voting begins April 1 and will run through May 12. 
 
“We are excited to once again partner with Clear Channel for the Macy's iHeartRadio Rising Star campaign," said Martine Reardon, Macy’s Chief Marketing Officer. "From up-and-coming fashion trendsetters to rising music talent, Macy's has a long history of providing major platforms for the next generation of stars to shine. Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star is a fantastic way to engage our fans in that star-making process, adding an exciting layer of entertainment for customers to enjoy."
 
Last year’s winners of the Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star, Megan & Liz, received nearly 3 million votes from Clear Channel radio listeners, iHeartRadio fans and Macy’s shoppers across the country – including some of music’s biggest names like Will.i.am, Pitbull, David Guetta, Enrique Iglesias and Randy Jackson.  The winning duo performed alongside music’s biggest stars at the 2012 Festival, which included No Doubt, Bon Jovi, Jason Aldean, Lil Wayne, Swedish House Mafia, Usher, Green Day, Rihanna, P!nk, Brad Paisley, Calvin Harris, Enrique Iglesias, Mary J. Blige, Taylor Swift, Linkin Park, deadmau5, Aerosmith and Pitbull.  More than 17 million people tuned into the 2012 iHeartRadio Music Festival, which also received more than 1 billion social impressions and more than 50 million text-to-win contest entries. The 2013 iHeartRadio Music Festival lineup will be announced this summer.
 
“Creating pop culture events, bringing music to our fans and offering once-in-a-lifetime opportunities to listeners across the country is the heart of what we do,” said Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms for Clear Channel Media and Entertainment.  “The iHeartRadio Music Festival has become a marquee event in the music industry, showcasing exactly what iHeartRadio offers – the hottest artists and biggest names in music, all in one place."
 
"The return of Macy’s iHeartRadio Rising Star campaign is a testament to Clear Channel's ability to resonate with our listeners, introducing them to new music from across the country and showcasing emerging talent in their local communities,” said Tim Castelli, President of National Sales, Marketing and Partnerships for Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. “We are thrilled with our partnership with Macy’s and through the power of our multimedia platforms and national reach, we will yet again provide emerging artists with nationwide exposure and the ability to rally their hometowns to support them in their drive to stardom.”
 
Fans nationwide will again have the opportunity to attend the two-day, unrivaled music event through a summer-long on-air and online “Road to Vegas” promotion across its 850 radio stations and websites, through iHeartRadio.com and via stations' Facebook pages, including facebook.com/iHeartRadio.   Further details including ticket information, show line-up and exclusive “Road to Vegas” content will be available this summer.
 
iHeartRadio is the fastest digital service to reach 20 million registered users in internet history. iHeartRadio continues to be the No. 1 digital radio service offering instant access to more than 1,500 of the nation’s most popular live broadcast and digital-only radio stations from more than 150 cities, plus user-created Custom Stations inspired by favorite artists and songs.  In addition to Clear Channel’s 850 radio stations, iHeartRadio also includes a number of other groups such as Univision, Cumulus, Greater Media stations, WNYC, EMF’s Contemporary Christian Air1 and K Love stations, college radio, Cox, Emmis and others.  iHeartRadio also offers listeners a new “Perfect For” feature which allows users to choose from thousands of curated stations based on a range of moods and activities.  The iHeartRadio app is available across all major platforms including web, mobile, tablets, automotive, television and gaming devices.  Visit iHeartRadio.com for the complete list of app availability.

About Macy's
Macy's, the largest retail brand of Macy's, Inc., delivers fashion and affordable luxury to customers at more than 800 locations in 45 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and Guam. Macy's stores and macys.com offer 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. Building on a 150-year tradition, Macy's helps strengthen communities by supporting local and national charities that make a difference.

Clear Channel and Target Launch Marketing Partnership Around New Justin Timberlake "The 20/20 Experience" Album

Clear Channel Stations, CW Network and Yahoo! to Air and Stream
"Target Presents The iHeartRadio Album Release Party with Justin Timberlake"
 
What: To heighten the excitement of Justin Timberlake's newest album "The 20/20 Experience" Target and Clear Channel will host an exclusive iHeartRadio album release party with Justin Timberlake at the El Rey Theatre in Los Angeles on March 18. The partnership includes the following elements:

Through an on air contest, 120 Timberlake fans nationwide will be flown in from across the country to Los Angeles for special access to the event.  The event will include a live, nationwide 30-minute on-air radio and TV broadcast special, where Justin Timberlake will discuss the making of his upcoming album and perform live with his band.

The event will air in its entirety live on 175 Clear Channel stations around the country and stream live on Yahoo! (http://music.yahoo.com) on March 18 at 6 p.m. PT.  In addition, the party will be recorded and televised on The CW Network the following evening, March 19 at 8 - 9 p.m. ET.  The CW special will also include an exclusive eight minute world premiere of Timberlake’s new music video for “Mirrors.”  An encore of the special will air Friday, March 22 at 8 – 9 p.m. ET.

The release party, station takeover and live stream are currently being promoted extensively by Clear Channel Media and Entertainment across its on-air and digital platforms. The album pre-promotion will culminate with a first-of-its-kind simultaneous two minute live roadblock on 850 Clear Channel stations introducing Justin's new music and kicking off the album release party. 

Clear Channel Outdoor is staging a takeover of its digital billboards – hundreds of digital signs in markets across the country – that will feature a countdown clock to the album release party. Markets include Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Las Vegas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, Phoenix, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C.

On March 19, the day of the album's release, Timberlake will take over all format-appropriate Clear Channel radio stations, websites and iHeartRadio.com, to play his favorite music and tracks from his new album. CCM+E will continue airing short segments with Timberlake discussing the album and how it was created for three weeks following the release, reminding listeners that they can only buy the exclusive deluxe edition of the album at Target.
When: Target presents the iHeartRadio album release party with Justin Timberlake - March 18 at 6 p.m. PT. 

Where: El Rey Theater in Los Angeles.  Fans can watch the live stream on Yahoo! and listen to the live audio stream via 175 Clear Channel stations.   The event will also broadcast the following evening March 19 at 8 - 9 p.m. ET on the CW Network.

Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Brings EDM to Miami’s Airwaves with “Evolution 93.5”

Evolution 93.5 Miami Kicks Off With Live Broadcast From All Gone Pete Tong Party

MIAMI, Fla. – March 13, 2013 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the leading media company in America with a greater reach than any other radio or television outlet, today announced the launch of Evolution 93.5 Miami, its second broadcast Electronic Dance Music (EDM) station.  Beginning March 13, the new format will feature non-stop dance tracks by artists including Skrillex, David Guetta, Calvin Harris and more. Evolution 93.5 Miami will kick off its launch with two All Gone Pete Tong parties featuring Pete Tong, Evolution’s ambassador DJ on March 16 and 22, at The Surfcomber Hotel on Miami Beach. 

Pete Tong will host Evolution’s first-ever live, on-air broadcast from the All Gone Pete Tong party on March 22 from 6-9 p.m. EST.  In addition to Evolution 93.5 Miami, the broadcast will air live on Boston’s Evolution 101.7 and Evolution on iHeartRadio, and will include live mixes from Pete Tong, Skream and Eats Everything.  Rich with up-and-coming and iconic EDM names, the parties will also feature the likes of Tiga, Cedric Gervais, Tom Staar, Roger Sanchez, and a super secret cast of surprise, not-to-be-missed headliners.

Beginning March 25, Evolution 93.5 Miami will air “All Gone Pete Tong,” a two-hour long daily show featuring Pete’s Essential New Tune of the Week, as well as the hottest tracks from the global Top 100 chart on Beatport.com, the world’s largest music store and community for DJs.  The show will broadcast Monday through Friday from 7-9 p.m. EST, and additional programming will feature Tong’s expertly curated mixes, on-air interviews and guest-hosted radio shows with world-class DJs and producers. Evolution 93.5 Miami listeners will be the first to hear exclusive content and will enjoy a robust variety of EDM, ranging from bass-heavy dubstep and moombahton, to house, techno and electro.

“It's an exciting time in Miami when an entire radio station can dedicate All Things Dance programming 24 hours a day, seven days a week!” said Alex Tear, Vice President of Programming and Operations for Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Miami.  “Miami is one of the hottest cities to experience dance music – and now that Evolution 93.5 Miami is here with EDM tastemaker Pete Tong, the party won’t stop.”

“I’ve been coming to Miami for over fifteen years to DJ and attend March’s Winter Music Conference and Ultra Week,” said Pete Tong.  “It’s one of the most important dates in the DJ year, and the City of Miami has always been a special and progressive market for dance music. To be launching the second Evolution terrestrial station in Miami in March is amazing, and a real highlight of my career. I can’t wait for us to begin broadcasting Evolution and All Gone Pete Tong to this special city on a daily basis.”

Evolution is all things dance for Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, and connects its audience with electronic tracks from popular and emerging DJs.  In addition to Miami, EDM fans across the country can listen to Evolution on iHeartRadio online at www.iheartradio.com/Evolution.  iHeartRadio delivers everything listeners want in one free, fully-integrated service: instant access to more than 1,500 of the nation’s most popular live broadcast and digital-only radio stations from 150 cities, plus user-created custom stations inspired by favorite artists and songs.  iHeartRadio also offers listeners a new “Perfect For” feature which allows users to choose from thousands of curated stations based on a range of moods and activities.

About Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Miami:
Clear Channel Miami owns and operates radio stations WHYI-FM, WIOD-AM, WMIA-FM, WBGG-FM, WMGE-FM, WSHE-FM, WINZ-AM and is part of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. 

iHeartRadio Introduces Local News, Traffic and Weather "Add-Ins" to its Custom Stations
 
“Add-Ins” To Offer Users More Convenience and Control Over Their Personalized iHeartRadio Listening Experience
 
AUSTIN, TEXAS – March 11, 2013 – iHeartRadio, Clear Channel’s all-in-one digital radio service, today announced Add-Ins, a new feature of its Custom Stations, which will offer users more convenience and control over their personalized digital listening experience.  Beginning today, the new “Add-Ins” feature will enable iHeartRadio listeners to insert short local news, weather and traffic updates into their Custom Stations when listening online.
 
iHeartRadio, which provides instant access to more than 1,500 of the nation’s most popular live broadcast and digital-only radio stations from across the country, plus Custom Stations inspired by favorite artists and songs, will now offer a geo-targeted news and information  experience.  “Add-Ins” brings another level of personalization to listeners’ Custom Stations by allowing users to add local news, traffic and/or weather via regular updates into the listening experience. This new feature will leverage Clear Channel's extensive national network of more than 850 stations in 150 markets and utilize its unmatched radio resources to provide listeners with a custom experience they can't find anywhere else.   iHeartRadio's ability to utilize Clear Channel's broadcast resources allows users to receive localized information based on their current location or choose to receive updates from hundreds of markets across the country while listening to the music they love.  Once enabled in Account Settings, “Add-Ins” will automatically pinpoint the listener’s location -- or users can set an alternate location by entering a zip code under the manual “Add-Ins” settings.
 
“Clear Channel’s best-in-class infrastructure and local content resources now allow iHeartRadio users to get timely local updates in a way no other digital radio service can replicate,” said Brian Lakamp, President of Digital, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment.  “With iHeartRadio’s new ‘Add-Ins’ feature, listeners can choose to stay connected to their hometown, get easy updates on their work commute and know whether or not they should take an umbrella when they leave the house.”
 
Add-Ins is now available on iHeartRadio.com, with iPhone, Android and other platforms coming soon.
 
iHeartRadio is the fastest digital service to reach 20 million registered users in internet history — and registered users are only a percentage of iHeartRadio’s overall listeners, since registration is only required for the Custom Station feature. iHeartRadio continues to be the No. 1 digital radio service and also includes a number of other groups such as Univision, Cumulus, Greater Media stations, WNYC, EMF’s Contemporary Christian Air1 and KLove stations, college radio, Cox, Emmis, Salem and others.  The iHeartRadio app is available across all major platforms including web, mobile, tablets, automotive, television and gaming devices.  Visit iHeartRadio.com for the complete list of app availability.

Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Launches SXSW 103.1 iHeartAustin Broadcast Station
 
Fall Out Boy’s Pete Wentz Kicks Off “Music You Need To Know”
Nightly Segment on iHeartAustin - March 11
 
AUSTIN, TEXAS – March 7, 2013 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment today announced the launch of 103.1 iHeartAustin Radio, a “pop-up” radio station that will cover the latest music and news straight from SXSW 2013.  iHeartAustin Radio will broadcast now through March 17, 2013 on 103.1 FM in Austin and will also be available nationally on iHeartRadio, Clear Channel’s all-in-one free digital radio service.
 
Every year thousands of brands, bands, artists and other industry elite gather in Austin to get a glimpse of the latest trends in music, technology and other creative arts at SXSW.  This year, 103.1 iHeartAustin Radio will bring listeners intimate performances, exclusive interviews and regular news coverage straight from its mobile studios at Empire on 7th and Red River.  The broadcasts will feature coverage from SXSW’s Interactive Festival which will include interviews with major brands that are announcing hot new consumers products and apps – plus, activities and events happening throughout the South by Southwest conferences and festivals.
 
The live broadcast station will take a close look at the bands of SXSW 2013 and an in-depth look back at the bands and artist that broke into the music industry throughout recent years. 103.1 iHeartAustin Radio will also highlight the artists and DJs from Evolution, the new Electronic Dance Music (EDM) station on iHeartRadio that celebrates the recent explosion of electronic music.
 
In addition, 103.1 iHeartAustin Radio will feature, Music You Need To Know, an hour-long segment with the festival’s buzz bands including Jake Bugg, The Neighbourhood, Rhye, Hanni El Khatib, Alt-J and Youngblood Hawke every night at 8 p.m. CST.  During the show, the bands will play their entire album and discuss their music and artistry with listeners.  Music You Need To Know will kickoff on Monday, March 11, with Pete Wentz from Fall Out Boy as he hosts and plays his favorite music from SXSW artists.
 
“Every year people from all over the globe travel to Austin to discover what’s next in music and technology,” said Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment.  “103.1 iHeartAustin Radio will bring the spirit of SXSW to listeners both in Austin and throughout the country via iHeartRadio – the leading platform for music discovery that provides listeners with everyday access to emerging artists.”

iHeartRadio will host an all-star SXSW Showcase featuring live performances by Macklemore & Ryan Lewis, Tegan and Sara, Atlas Genius and Josh Baze at The Main, located in the heart of downtown Austin on Tuesday, March 12, beginning at 9 p.m. Clear Channel will also host an official SXSW panel, “Navigating the Waters of Radio to Your Benefit,” which will discuss the social relevance of radio and its importance to music discovery on Friday, March 15, at 11 a.m.  The panel will be moderated by Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms at Clear Channel, and will feature RedOne, one of the most successful and sought-after record producers and songwriters in popular music today; David Field, President & CEO of Entercom Communications; Daniel Glass, President & CEO of Glassnote Entertainment Group; and Peter Gray, Senior Vice President of Promotions at Warner Music Group.

Fans can listen to 103.1 iHeartAustin Radio on-air, as well as on iHeartRadio.  For more information visit iHeartRadio.com/sxsw.

Clear Channel And Entertainment One (Eone)Announce Agreement To Share Digital And Broadcast Radio Revenue With Artists
 
Agreement Between Fastest-Growing Independent Music Group and America’s Leading Media Company Further Builds a New, Sustainable Business Model for the Digital Radio Industry

eOne, the Largest Independent Music Distributor in North America, to join Clear Channel’s Group of Pioneering Record Label Partners
 
 
NEW YORK, NY – March 6, 2013 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the leading media company in America with a greater reach than any other radio or television outlet, and Entertainment One (eOne), the fastest-growing independent music company in the U.S., today announced an agreement to share revenue from digital and terrestrial radio.
 
eOne Music produces, distributes, licenses and promotes some of the world’s top music across a range of genres including rock, rap, classical and country. The label’s diverse music library boasts more than 45,000 tracks from artists including DJ Drama, Faith Evans, Pop Evil, Jake Miller, Black Label Society, Joe Budden, and many others.  Since its inception, eOne Music has charted more than 100 albums on Billboard’s Independent Chart, more than any other American independent label.
 
“eOne and Clear Channel both passionately believe that ensuring a thriving and diverse music industry requires creative thinking, and the willingness to knock down barriers,” said Michael Koch, CEO of eOne Music. “This agreement is great for us and for Clear Channel, but ultimately the fans and artists benefit most.”
 
“Innovative partnerships like this support a robust and sustainable model for our industry, where artists, fans, labels, distributors, radio and fans all prosper,” said Bob Pittman, CEO of Clear Channel. “In eOne, we have found a partner with an extraordinary range of successful music who understands this and the immense value terrestrial and digital radio provide to artists, labels, and the industry at large.”
 
Like Clear Channel’s recent agreements with six other record labels, the arrangement will help build out a sustainable digital radio industry.  Clear Channel’s agreement with eOne follows several recent, similar agreements, including Big Machine Label Group, Glassnote Entertainment Group, DashGo, rpm Entertainment, Robbins Entertainment, and Naxos.
 
About Entertainment One
Entertainment One Ltd. (LSE:ETO) is an international entertainment company that specializes in the acquisition, production and distribution of film and television content. The company’s comprehensive network extends around the globe including Canada, the U.S., the UK, Ireland, Spain, Benelux, France, Germany, Scandinavia, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and South Korea. Through established Entertainment and Distribution divisions, the company provides extensive expertise in film distribution, television and music production, family programming and merchandising and licensing. Its current rights library is exploited across all media formats and includes more than 35,000 film and television titles, 2,700 hours of television programming and 45,000 music tracks.

Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Names Tony Coles Senior Vice President of Programming for the West Region

Chicago, IL – February 28, 2013 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the leading media company in America with a greater reach than any other radio or television outlet, today announced that Tony Coles has been named Senior Vice President of Programming for the West Region, effective March 15, 2013.  Coles will report to Brian Olson, Senior Vice President of Operations, and will be based out of Chicago. In this role, Coles will lead programming strategy initiatives.

With more than 25 years of experience in the radio industry, Coles has held various on-air, programming and management positions and most recently served in a dual role as Vice President of Programming for Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Chicago and National Hot AC Brand Manager.  Prior to that, Coles held the position as Clear Channel’s Regional Vice President of Programming for the West and Operations Manager in Portland, Ore.

“Tony's passion for leading people, his desire to win and proven track record make him a perfect fit for our Regional Team, “ said Matt Martin, President of Operations, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment.  “Tony will be supporting Brian in the West Regional Markets, but we are excited to benefit from Tony's talents and experiences throughout the Regionals.”

“I want to thank Clear Channel’s senior leadership team for this amazing opportunity to further my career within the company,” said Coles.  “Programming is my passion and I am thrilled to be working with some of the best teams in the country. The West Region has strong brands and I look forward to building upon their successes.”

Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Chicago will now begin an active search for a Vice President of Programming.

Clear Channel and Robbins Entertainment Announce Agreement Enabling Artists to Share Inbroadcast and Digital Revenues

Clear Channel’s Latest Partnership Helps Further Develop

A New Business Model for the Digital Music Industry

NEW YORK , NY – February 13, 2013 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment, the leading media company in America with a greater reach than any other radio or television outlet, and Robbins Entertainment, a major indie dance/pop music label, announced an agreement that enables Robbins Entertainment’s artists to share in all of Clear Channel’s radio revenues, a key approach to building a sustainable Internet radio industry.

Robbins Entertainment was founded in 1996 by veteran record executive Cory Robbins. A pioneer in dance music, the company has guided the genre into the 21st century, from Afrojack’s “Take Over Control” and D.H.T.’s “Listen to Your Heart” to Cascada’s “Everytime We Touch” and DJ Sammy’s “Heaven.”  Prior to founding Robbins Entertainment, Cory Robbins was president and co-founder of Profile Records, the seminal hip-hop label that signed Run-D.M.C., Rob Base and DJ EZ Rock, and DJ Quik.

“I’ve always said that the music industry needs to figure out a way to give listeners what they want,” said Cory Robbins. “Clear Channel has always believed in playing the best music on its stations, regardless of the size of the label or the national picture, and I think Clear Channel’s strategy will help Internet radio become a viable business, encouraging its growth and enabling listeners to discover and enjoy our roster of the hottest dance artists.  The growth of Internet radio will be a boon for all parties – artists, labels, distributors, and fans.”

“Cory Robbins has a rich history of introducing great artists from a variety of genres,” said Bob Pittman, CEO of Clear Channel. “He understands what music and dance fans want and he has been a pioneer in delivering it to them, wherever they are, on whichever device suits them best.  Cory also understands that the health of our industry depends on all of us working together to produce the music, the products and the services that our customers want. These kinds of market-based agreements satisfy our listeners’ love of music, increase artistic opportunity and diversity, and fuel innovation, job creation, and growth in the Internet radio sector.”

Clear Channel’s agreement with Robbins Entertainment follows several other agreements reached this year, including Big Machine Label Group, Glassnote Entertainment Group, DashGo, rpm Entertainment and Naxos.