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Hosted by Pete Buttigieg, the original 20-episode podcast tackles today’s most important political issues and how the next 10 years will confront our country’s greatest challenges

NEW YORK – September 2, 2020 – iHeartRadio, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally, and Pete Buttigieg announced today the launch of “The Deciding Decade with Pete Buttigieg,” an original 20-episode podcast series on the issues and choices that will define America’s next chapter. Hosted by the former presidential candidate and Mayor of South Bend, Indiana, episodes for the new podcast will be released weekly each Wednesday beginning September 9. Listeners can hear the official audio trailer now on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard.

This year has opened with chaos: a global pandemic, accelerating climate change, and national and global anguish over racial and economic inequality. However, Pete Buttigieg—the first openly gay presidential candidate to win the Iowa Caucuses, former mayor, Harvard graduate and Afghanistan War veteran—believes this moment holds the potential of leading to a new and much better chapter. On “The Deciding Decade,” Pete is joined by leading activists, politicians, authors, scholars, entertainers and more to discuss and confront America’s greatest challenges and the key to unlocking the potential of the next decade. 

“The choices we make in the months and years ahead will define America for decades to come. I’m eager to have honest, intimate conversations about the challenges facing us and the ways we can respond with so many individuals I admire,” said former Mayor Pete Buttigieg. “I’m thrilled to join the impressive and diverse voices that make up the iHeartPodcast Network.”

On the premiere episode of the “The Deciding Decade,” Buttigieg speaks with former federal prosecutor Preet Bharara about his life and work as US Attorney for the Southern District of New York, the dangerous long-term impact of the Trump Administration's politicization of the Justice Department, and what justice can and should look like in a post-Trump era.

Additional episodes will feature conversations and interviews that pave the way for enduring and positive change, including dialogue from influential leaders such as Congresswoman Barbara Lee; New York Times bestselling author Glennon Doyle; economist and racial disparity expert Professor Darrick Hamilton; Award-winning actor and activist Billy Porter; Saturday Night Live’s Colin Jost and many more. This singular podcast engages voices of all ages, races and creeds about the work they are doing to shape this era.

“Pete created a groundswell of excitement during his presidential campaign run, and he is one of the most admirable and energetic young leaders of our time,” said Conal Byrne, President of the iHeartPodast Network. “We’re excited to bring Pete’s sharp intellect and remarkable eloquence to The iHeartPodcast Network.” 

“The Deciding Decade with Pete Buttigieg” will be distributed by the iHeartPodcast Network, which is home to more than 750 original podcasts with over 225 million downloads each month. iHeartRadio Original Podcasts span every category from business, sports, spirituality and technology to entertainment, family, comedy and true crime – and everything in between – making iHeartRadio the largest publisher of podcast content in the world.

About Pete Buttigieg 

Pete Buttigieg served as two-term mayor of South Bend, Indiana and was a Democratic candidate for president of the United States in 2020. A graduate of Harvard University and an Oxford Rhodes Scholar, Buttigieg enlisted in the U.S. Navy Reserve and became a lieutenant when he was deployed to Afghanistan in 2014. In April 2019 he announced his candidacy for president and in February 2020 won the Iowa Caucuses, becoming the first openly gay person to ever win a presidential primary or caucus.

New Survey Reveals Radio Continues To Be The Most Trusted Medium In America, Helping Listeners Improve Their Mood And Feel Less Alone

Survey Shares Insight Into Why Listeners View Radio as Two Times More Trustworthy than Social Media

New York, NY – September 1, 2020 – iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in the United States, released today key findings about the benefits of radio’s role as a trusted companion during the COVID-19 pandemic. The new survey found that listeners’ trust in radio and its on-air personalities continues to grow as social media has become far less trustworthy over the past year. 

The new survey revealed that radio is number one in trust and is two times more trustworthy than social media. The survey of radio listeners found radio to be 79% percent more or just as trustworthy versus a year ago while social media is 50 percent less trustworthy during the same time period.  In particular, sentiment for Facebook, Instagram and Twitter has plummeted in recent months, with Facebook down 56 percent, Instagram down 38 percent and Twitter down 140 percent.

The survey also discovered that radio delivers tangible benefits to listeners, with an overwhelming majority of respondents citing that it improves their mood, helps them feel less isolated and more connected to their community. Listener connection with radio personalities is strong, with 77 percent trusting the information they receive from their favorite on-air hosts.

Furthermore, heavy radio listeners were found to wield tremendous word of mouth power for advertisers, having more brand conversations and more influence than heavy internet users and TV viewers.

“The COVID-19 pandemic has made it more important than ever for Americans to get information they trust and to find ways to connect with people – and these findings show that radio continues to deliver a much needed and sought out trusted companionship during this historic and uncertain time,” said Gayle Troberman, Chief Marketing Officer for iHeartMedia “At iHeart, it’s not only important that we reach nine of out of 10 Americans, but that we continue to deliver a human-first approach to programming on our more than 850 stations in over 160 markets that gives our listeners the information and listening experience they want and trust, especially during these uncertain times we are in.”

Some key findings:

Radio is the most trusted media, two times more trustworthy than social media. The survey found that for radio listeners 18-69:

75% trust radio

66% trust television

57% trust websites

38% trust Twitter

37% trust Facebook

Radio is +79% more/same trustworthy versus a year ago while social media is 50% less trustworthy versus a year ago.

Radio is the conversation medium with heavy radio listeners having an average of 88 weekly brand conversations per person.

Heavy radio listeners are 19% more likely to talk about brands than heavy TV viewers.

Source: Engagement Labs Trustworthiness Survey July 27 - 29, 2020; Engagement Labs TotalSocial, July 2019 - July 2020

Initial slate includes new podcasts from top political analysts John Heilemann, Jennifer Palmieri, David Plouffe and Steve Schmidt

New York - September 1, 2020 - Today, iHeartMedia, the No. 1 commercial podcast publisher globally, and The Recount, a groundbreaking new media platform at the intersection of politics and culture, announced a new partnership to co-produce a series of podcasts ahead of the historic 2020 election. The first three weekly shows — “Hell and High Water with John Heilemann,” “Just Something About Her with Jennifer Palmieri,” and “Battleground with David Plouffe and Steve Schmidt” — will debut this month, and continue into 2021, on iHeartRadio and everywhere podcasts are heard.

“The 2020 election is, without question, the most important election of our lifetime, and this exciting trio of podcasts from hosts who've operated at the highest level of politics will help listeners cut through the bullshit and understand the big picture of what's happening ahead of Election Day and beyond," said John Heilemann, co-founder and Executive Editor of The Recount. “Our content is resonating on our platform and across social media and we are excited to bring it to podcasting with iHeartMedia.”

“Getting smart on politics is no longer optional,” stated EVP of Programming and Development for The Recount, Nomi Ernst Leidner. “Partnering with iHeartMedia enables us to venture into podcasts and continue producing high quality content that educates people on politics in a digestible and engaging way.”

“Hell and High Water with John Heliemann” focuses on the turmoil and upheaval roiling America in 2020. Best-selling author and TV host John Heilemann will have a series of conversations with the people shaping our culture in politics, entertainment, business, technology and beyond. Heilemann will explore how the country is grappling with this tumultuous moment and attempting to pull through and rise above it. Trailer available now, here. Episode one debuts September 8. 

“Battleground with David Plouffe and Steve Schmidt” features two of America's storied political strategists — Barack Obama's 2008 campaign manager and John McCain's 2008 chief strategist. Opponents then and co-hosts now — Plouffe and Schmidt will dissect America's most consequential political battles, from the current presidential campaign to the hurdles facing the next administration to the key issues, beyond the election, impacting voters around the country. Listeners can hear the trailer now, here. Podcast will launch September 14.

“Just Something About Her with Jennifer Palmieri” is hosted by the former communications director for the Obama White House and Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign. Palmieri explores why — after decades of making steady progress — women find themselves banging up against the same glass ceilings. The show features interviews with powerful women from business, politics, the arts and journalism to learn how they found a way to break through and create their own path to success. The weekly podcast will be available beginning September 24.

“iHeartMedia is the perfect partner for The Recount. Matching our talented programming team with the largest commercial podcast publisher will deliver our high value content to the largest audience possible,” said President and COO for The Recount, Kenny Miller. “On the heels of our programming partnership with Twitter, this ambitious podcast slate is our next step in developing a unique news brand natively on industry leading audience platforms.”

“The Recount is an expert in understanding how to reach audiences on social media in today’s digital world. People are checking the news more frequently and want access to the easiest format possible,” said President of the iHeartPodcast Network, Conal Byrne. “Pairing our network with The Recount’s focus on accessible content creates a powerhouse slate of political podcasts that will help our listeners better understand politics as we approach the 2020 election.” 

The slate will be distributed by the iHeartPodcast Network, which is home to more than 750 original podcasts with over 225 million downloads each month. iHeartRadio Original Podcasts span every category from business, sports, spirituality and technology to entertainment, family, comedy and true crime – and everything in between – making iHeartRadio the largest publisher of podcast content in the world.

About The Recount

The Recount is a leading media platform at the intersection of politics, business and culture solving two central problems: information overload and the time famine. The Recount produces high quality content across a suite of digital, social and experiential products and currently features more than a dozen short-form programs, including The Daily Recount, Recap 2020, and Rewind. Co-founders John Heilemann and John Battelle launched the media venture in 2019. For more information, visit www.therecount.com.

Virtual Mega-Concert Will Be Recorded Live On Stages In Los Angeles And Nashville and Feature Performances from BTS, Coldplay, Kane Brown with Special Guest Khalid, Keith Urban, Migos, Miley Cyrus, Thomas Rhett, Usher and More

Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, The 2020 iHeartRadio Music Festival Will Stream on The CW App and CWTV.com and Air on iHeartMedia Radio Stations Nationwide September 18 and September 19

The CW Network Will Broadcast the Two-Night Televised iHeartRadio Music Festival on September 27 and September 28

WHAT:

iHeartMedia announced today that Rock & Roll Hall of Fame band Bon Jovi has been added to the iconic lineup for the 10^th anniversary of its legendary “iHeartRadio Music Festival”. The 2020 iHeartRadio Music Festival will feature live performances recorded on stages in Los Angeles and Nashville in front of a virtual audience that will include a Capital One Fan Wall of iHeartRadio station winners.

WHO:

Hosted by Ryan Seacrest, this year’s virtual two-day mega-concert will feature already announced performances from BTS, Coldplay, Kane Brown with Special Guest Khalid, Keith Urban, Migos, Miley Cyrus, Thomas Rhett, Usher and more.

WHEN:

The 2020 iHeartRadio Music Festival will be streamed on The CW App and CWTV.com, and broadcasted on iHeartMedia stations nationwide Sept. 18 and 19 at 9 p.m. ET/ 6 p.m. PT. The CW Network will broadcast the two-night televised iHeartRadio Music Festival on Sunday, September 27 (8:00-10:00pm ET) and Monday, September 28 (8:00-10:00pm ET).

MORE:

Music fans won’t be able to attend the 2020 iHeartRadio Music Festival in person given the new limitations on live events during the pandemic, but in true festival fashion millions of iHeartRadio listeners will still be able to experience the Festival’s traditional one-of-a-kind collaborations and surprise performances as many bands reunite to perform on a stage together again for the first time in months. The 10th anniversary will also feature special remote performances and include intimate backstage moments with artists sharing compelling and inspiring stories about how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted their lives and their families, given the disruption in society and touring this year.

This year’s Festival will also pay special tribute to the connection between fans and artists. Fans will have the opportunity to introduce artists and participate in virtual meet and greets. In addition, fans watching live will have the opportunity to appear in a special Capital One Fan Video Wall and be serenaded by their favorite artists.

The weekend-long event will feature a nationwide pre-show broadcast on iHeartRadio stations that will feature backstage artist moments hosted by Elvis Duran. In addition, all summer long, iHeartRadio stations, the iHeartRadio app and iHeartPodcasts will revisit the greatest moments from the past 10 years of the iHeartRadio Music Festival.

Proud partners of the iHeartRadio Music Festival include Capital One and The CW. Additional proud partners across iHeartRadio platforms include, T-Mobile and Taco Bell®, with more to be announced.

The 2020 iHeartRadio Music Festival is co-produced by John Sykes and Tom Poleman for iHeartMedia and Michael Dempsey for Dempsey Productions. For more details about the iHeartRadio Music Festival visit iHeartRadio.com/festival.

Artists and/or event are subject to change or cancellation without notice.

About iHeartMedia

iHeartMedia (NASDAQ: IHRT) is the number one audio company in the United States, reaching nine out of 10 Americans every month – and with its quarter of a billion monthly listeners, has a greater reach than any other media company in the U.S. The company’s leadership position in audio extends across multiple platforms, including more than 850 live broadcast stations in over 160 markets nationwide; through its iHeartRadio digital service available across more than 250 platforms and 2,000 devices; through its influencers; social; branded iconic live music events; other digital products and newsletters; and podcasts as the #1 commercial podcast publisher. iHeartMedia also leads the audio industry in analytics, targeting and attribution for its marketing partners with its SmartAudio product, using data from its massive consumer base. Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.

New York, NY – August 31, 2020 – BIN: Black Information Network, the recently launched 24/7 comprehensive national audio news service dedicated to providing an objective, accurate and trusted source of continual news coverage with a Black voice and perspective, announced today that it will now be available on air at broadcast radio stations in Baltimore, Montgomery – AL, Philadelphia and Washington D.C. These four stations join other BIN markets across the country including stations in Atlanta, Augusta, Charlotte, Cleveland, Columbus - GA, Dayton - OH, Detroit, Greenville, Macon, Minneapolis, Nashville, New Orleans, Norfolk, Riverside, San Francisco, St. Louis and Seattle markets, bringing the total to 21 with more to be announced.

iHeartMedia has entered into a Local Marketing Agreement (LMA) and an Asset Purchase Agreement for WUST 1120 AM in Washington, D.C. and LMAs for WQLL 1370 AM in Baltimore, BIN 99.3 in Montgomeryand WTEL 610 AM in Philadelphia.

“BIN’s goal has always been to be the most trusted source for news in the Black community, and part of that strategy is of course to be available on both broadcast and digital stations across America,” said Tony Coles, President of BIN: Black Information Network. “We’re thrilled to bring BIN, a full-time news service by and for the Black community, to Baltimore, Montgomery, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. and provide millions of listeners there with both the national and local news that impacts their lives.”

Starting August 31 (with Montgomery starting Sept. 2) listeners in these new markets will be able to tune in to the first and only 24/7 national and local all news audio service focused on service to the Black community and providing an information window for those outside the community to help foster communication, accountability and a deeper understanding. BIN is also distributed nationally through the iHeartRadio app, available across more than 250 platforms and 2,000 devices.

About BIN: Black Information Network

BIN: Black Information Network is the first and only 24/7 national and local all-news audio service dedicated to providing an objective, accurate and trusted source of continual news coverage with a Black voice and perspective. BIN is enabled by the resources, assets and financial support of iHeartMedia and the support of its Founding Partners: Bank of America, CVS Health, GEICO, Lowe’s, McDonald’s USA, Sony, 23andMe and Verizon. BIN is focused on service to the Black community and providing an information window for those outside the community to help foster communication, accountability and deeper understanding.

BIN: Black Information Network is distributed nationally through the iHeartRadio app and accessible via mobile, smart speakers, smart TVs and other connected platforms, and on dedicated all-news local broadcast AM/FM radio stations. BIN also provides the news service for iHeartMedia’s 91 Hip Hop, R&B and Gospel stations across the country. Please visit www.BINNews.com for more information.

The Labor Day Special Will Stream on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook and Broadcast Across iHeartMedia’s Mainstream Country Stations on September 2

Hosted by iHeartRadio On-Air Personality Amy Brown of the Bobby Bones Show

WHAT:

iHeartMedia today announced the “iHeartRadio Labor Day Concert presented by Lowe’s with Rascal Flatts,” an all-new music special featuring an intimate performance from one of the most influential groups in modern country history, filmed live from the Opry House in Nashville. The virtual concert event, hosted by iHeartRadio on-air personality Amy Brown, will take place on Wednesday, September 2 at 8pm EST and marks one of the first times the band has performed since the release of their EP, How They Remember You.

The concert will stream exclusively on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook at 8pm EST, and broadcast across iHeartMedia’s Mainstream Country radio stations at 8pm local time. In addition to an exclusive performance, the event will celebrate hardworking individuals that labor even on Labor Day, rewarding one deserving teacher with a surprise front porch makeover from Lowe’s.

WHO:

Hailed as one of the most influential groups in modern country history, Rascal Flatts are a chart-topping trio created by vocalist Gary LeVox, multi-instrumentalist Jay DeMarcus and guitarist Joe Don Rooney. Since their founding in 2000 and subsequent breakout with the Top 5 hit, “Prayin’ for Daylight,” the band has gone on to infuse country’s traditional mainstream with smooth-pop textures, arena-rocking energy and faithful positivity, impacting countless fans and fellow artists along the way. They’ve racked up 17 Number One hits, over 23.4 million albums sold, 35 million digital downloads, 2.2 billion streams worldwide and 4.4 billion streams solely on Pandora, while also selling over 11 million concert tickets and earning more than 40 trophies from the ACA, ACM, AMA, CMA, People’s Choice and more, making them the most awarded country group of the past decade. The trio’s sentimental HOW THEY REMEMBER YOU EP (Big Machine Records) is available now, with the trio surprising fans with the news that they would be celebrating 20 years as a band with the release of six unreleased tracks, as well as their recently-released heartfelt rendition of Kenny Rogers’ “Through The Years.” Ahead of the EP becoming available, the trio also shared their brand new single and title track, “How They Remember You,” immediately garnering praise as Music Row heralds “the harmony vocals are arguably the finest they’ve ever recorded. Well worth your attention.” For more information visit rascalflatts.com.

WHEN:

Video Stream:

• Wednesday, September 2 at 8pm ET on iHeartRadio’s YouTube and Facebook

Radio Broadcast:

• Wednesday, September 2 at 8pm local time on iHeartMedia’s Mainstream Country radio stations

Each Daily Show Will Be Hosted By The Best Singer Songwriters Including Andy Grammer, Jewel, Johnny Rzeznik, Matt Nathanson, Lewis Capaldi, AJR and Andrew McMahon

Coffee Shop Radio Features 25 Years of iHeartRadio’s Exclusive Catalog of Performances from Its Theaters and Lounges

WHAT:

iHeartMedia today announced an all-new lineup for Coffee Shop Radio, a 24/7 Channel on the iHeartRadio App featuring the Best Acoustic Rock and Singer-Songwriters. Every day, beginning September 1, the world’s biggest singers and songwriters including Andy Grammer, Jewel, Johnny Rzeznik from the Goo Goo Dolls, Matt Nathanson, Lewis Capaldi, AJR and Andrew McMahon will host exclusive shows and play never-before-heard versions of their biggest hits. In addition, each show will feature some of the best live performances from the iHeartRadio Theater over the past 25 years.

Artists featured on Coffee Shop Radio include Coldplay, Adele, Dave Matthews Band, Imagine Dragons, Ed Sheeran, Alanis Morissette, Jack Johnson, Norah Jones, Maroon 5, John Mayer, Mumford and Sons, Sarah McLachlan, Mathbox Twenty, Train, Sheryl Crow, Sting and many more.

WHEN:

Beginning September 1, iHeartRadio’s Coffee Shop Radio will feature a brand new line-up of hosts. For more details, please see below:

• 6am – 10am ET: Andy Grammer
• 10am – 1pm ET: Jewel
• 1pm – 5pm ET: Johnny Rzeznik
• 5pm – 9pm ET: Matt Nathanson
• 9pm – 12am ET: Lewis Capaldi
• 12am – 3am ET: AJR
• 3am – 6am ET: Andrew McMahon

The iHeartPodcast Network and Newt Gingrich’s Gingrich 360 team up for a four-year, multi- series deal to launch new conservative-leaning podcasts with millennial and Gen Z voices

The first podcast in the new slate, “Rob Smith is Problematic,” available today 

ARLINGTON, VA and NEW YORK – August 24, 2020 – Building on the successful launch of the “Newt’s World” podcast, Gingrich 360 will co-produce several new podcast series with iHeartMedia for the next generation of conservatives with four new shows set to join the iHeartPodcast Network this year. The first podcast to launch through the new partnership is “Rob Smith Is Problematic,” a weekly podcast available now featuring America’s favorite gay, Black, conservative Veteran. Posting each Tuesday, Smith and his guests will tackle topics and offer unique perspectives you won’t find elsewhere.

The entire slate will focus on finding and cultivating voices and personalities that expand the audience for conservative values with content that informs, entertains and empowers people. Specifically, the shows will feature smart, entertaining personalities who connect with under-represented voices. 

“I enjoy the personal connection and immediacy of podcasting,” said former US House Speaker and Gingrich 360 Chairman Newt Gingrich. “I am excited to expand the Gingrich 360 brand with iHeart to develop and produce series with millennial, African American, Hispanic, and Gen Z voices. They will help define and lead the next generation of Americans as we overcome challenges and find new opportunities.” 

This September, the slate will also debut “Outloud With Gianno Caldwell.” The second podcast in the lineup will share the life lessons Caldwell learned while being raised on the south side of Chicago and inspire listeners to be the victor, not the victim in their own life.

Established podcast, “Newt’s World,” hosted by professor, historian, futurist and former Speaker of the US House of Representatives Newt Gingrich, will also join the iHeartPodcast Network and anchor the upcoming slate. “Newt’s World” has grown to more than six million listens in a short period of time. With three new episodes a week, Newt shares his lifetime of knowledge and access to the world’s most interesting minds. From history to health, and national security to science, “Newt’s World,” offers stories, conversations and context from the past, present, and future to uncover new perspectives, knowledge and insight. 

The partnership will also include the option to extend the content to other platforms such as TV or film as spin offs to the podcast series.

“We are passionate about finding authentic talent and building connections with the audience,” said Gingrich 360 President and CEO Debbie Adler Myers. “Taking these brands to other platforms through the iHeart marketing machine to help expand audiences is a targeted way to get these important voices heard.”

About Gingrich 360

Gingrich 360 is a full circle American consulting and media production group that connects the past, present, and future to inspire audiences, solve challenges, and develop opportunities. Founded by Speaker Newt Gingrich, the team at Gingrich 360 possesses decades of experience in American politics and policy; television and film production; and journalism and media. We produce films, television and podcast series, and documentaries. Through Gingrich 360, Newt also authors fiction and non-fiction bestsellers; publishes his syndicated newsletter; and produces the Newt’s World podcast. Gingrich 360 also offers strategic planning, consulting, and training for organizations seeking to solve public policy concerns. We have unique strengths and experience in health, learning, national security, and politics. We also help develop messaging with an emphasis on earned and social media. Visit Gingrich360.com for more information.

Exclusive Weekend Long Radio and Social Media Special Will Reveal 50 Award Winners and Feature Acceptance Speeches from Artists Across Multiple Music Categories Including iHeartRadio Song Of The Year, Female Artist of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Best Duo /Group of the Year and More 

NEW YORK, N.Y. – August 24 2020 – iHeartMedia announced today that the winners of the 2020 iHeartRadio Music Awards will be revealed for the first time on-air throughout Labor Day weekend on iHeartRadio stations nationwide, and the iHeartRadio App, the all-in-one digital music, podcast, on demand and live-streaming radio service. Beginning Friday, September 4 at 5 pm local time through Monday, September 7 at 5 pm local time, the special event will unveil the winners in each category and feature acceptance speeches from this year’s biggest artists on-air and via iHeartMedia’s social platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and Snapchat.

The annual iHeartRadio Music Awards is a star-studded music event celebrating the most-played artists and songs on iHeartRadio stations and the iHeartRadio app throughout 2019. Given the new limitations on events during the pandemic, this year’s live event of the iHeartRadio Music Awards, originally scheduled to air from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Sunday, March 29 on FOX, was cancelled. The show is set to return to FOX in 2021.

Since the Awards’ inception in 2013, the show has included live performances and appearances by superstar artists, such as Taylor Swift, Alicia Keys, Bruno Mars, Garth Brooks, Rihanna, Halsey, Justin Bieber, John Legend, Kacey Musgraves, Chris Martin, Bon Jovi, Maroon 5, Camila Cabello, Katy Perry, Ed Sheeran, Big Sean, Sam Smith, Madonna, Blake Shelton, Pharrell, Pitbull and many others.

Nominees for the 2020 iHeartRadio Music Awards, were announced on January 8. Artists receiving multiple nominations include Ariana Grande, Bad Bunny, Billie Eilish, Camila Cabello, Cardi B, Daddy Yankee, Dan + Shay, Drake, Ed Sheeran, El Fantasma, Halsey, J Balvin, Jonas Brothers, Justin Bieber, Khalid, Kygo, Lil Nas X, Lizzo, Luke Combs, Maren Morris, Post Malone, Selena Gomez, SHAED, Shawn Mendes, Snow, Summer Walker and  Taylor Swift. For a full list of nominees and categories, please visit visit iHeartRadio.com/awards.

This year’s awards featured a broad array of categories, including Female Artist of the Year, Male Artist of the Year, Best Duo/Group of the Year and individual winners for Album of the Year in music’s biggest genres including Pop, Country, Alternative Rock, Rock, Dance, Hip-Hop, R&B and Latin.

iHeartRadio listeners had the opportunity to decide winners in several new and established categories. Fan voting will determine this year’s Best Fan Army, Best Lyrics, Best Cover Song, Best Music Video, Best Remix, the Social Star Award, Favorite Tour Photographer and the first-ever Favorite Music Video Choreography Award.

Proud partners of the 2020 iHeartRadio Music Awards include Taco Bell, with more to be announced.

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

Song of the Year:

• “bad guy” - Billie Eilish
• “Old Town Road” - Lil Nas X
• “Señorita” - Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello
• “Sucker” - Jonas Brothers
• “Truth Hurts” - Lizzo

Female Artist of the Year:  

• Ariana Grande
• Billie Eilish
• Halsey
• Lizzo
• Taylor Swift

Male Artist of the Year:  

• Ed Sheeran
• Khalid
• Luke Combs
• Post Malone
• Shawn Mendes

Best Duo/Group of the Year: 

• Dan + Shay
• Imagine Dragons
• Jonas Brothers
• Maroon 5
• Panic! At The Disco

Best Collaboration:

• “Dancing With A Stranger” - Sam Smith & Normani
• “Eastside” - benny blanco, Halsey & Khalid
• “I Don't Care” - Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber
• “Señorita” - Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello
• “Sunflower” - Post Malone & Swae Lee

Best New Pop Artist: 

• Ava Max
• FLETCHER
• Lewis Capaldi
• Lil Nas X
• Lizzo

Alternative Rock Song of the Year:

• “bad guy” - Billie Eilish
• “Doin' Time” - Lana Del Rey
• “Ready To Let Go” - Cage The Elephant
• “The Hype” - twenty one pilots
• “Trampoline” - SHAED

Alternative Rock Artist of the Year:

• Billie Eilish
• Cage The Elephant
• Imagine Dragons
• Panic! At The Disco
• twenty one pilots

Best New Rock/Alternative Rock Artist:

• Dirty Honey
• Dominic Fike
• Matt Maeson
• SHAED
• The Glorious Sons

Rock Song of the Year:

• “Blue On Black” - Five Finger Death Punch
• “Ghost” - Badflower
• “Lo/Hi” - The Black Keys
• “Monsters” - Shinedown
• “S.O.S. (Sawed Off Shotgun)” - The Glorious Sons

Rock Artist of the Year:

• Disturbed
• Five Finger Death Punch
• Godsmack
• Greta Van Fleet
• Shinedown

Country Song of the Year:

• “Beautiful Crazy” - Luke Combs
• “GIRL” - Maren Morris
• “God’s Country” - Blake Shelton
• “The Ones That Didn’t Make It Back Home” - Justin Moore
• “Whiskey Glasses” - Morgan Wallen

Country Artist of the Year:

• Carrie Underwood 
• Dan + Shay
• Luke Bryan
• Luke Combs
• Thomas Rhett

Best New Country Artist:

• Jimmie Allen
• Matt Stell
• Morgan Wallen
• Riley Green
• Runaway June

Dance Song of the Year:

• “Body” - Loud Luxury featuring brando
• “Close To Me” - Ellie Goulding, Diplo featuring Swae Lee 
• “Here With Me” - Marshmello featuring Chvrches
• “Higher Love” - Kygo & Whitney Houston
• “So Close” - NOTD, Felix Jaehn & Captain Cutsv featuring Georgia Ku  

Dance Artist of the Year: 

• Diplo
• Kygo  
• Loud Luxury  
• Marshmello  
• The Chainsmokers

Hip-Hop Song of the Year: 

• “Going Bad” - Meek Mill featuring Drake
• “Money In The Grave” - Drake featuring Rick Ross
• “Money” - Cardi B
• “Old Town Road” - Lil Nas X
• “Suge” - DaBaby

Hip-Hop Artist of the Year: 

• Cardi B
• Drake
• Lil Baby 
• Meek Mill  
• Travis Scott  

Best New Hip-Hop Artist:

• City Girls
• DaBaby
• Lil Nas X
• Lizzo 
• Megan Thee Stallion

R&B Song of the Year: 

• “Before I Let Go (Homecoming Live Album)” – Beyoncé
• “Girls Need Love (Remix)” - Summer Walker & Drake
• “No Guidance” - Chris Brown featuring Drake
• “Shot Clock” - Ella Mai
• “Talk” - Khalid

R&B Artist of the Year: 

• Chris Brown
• Ella Mai
• H.E.R.
• Khalid
• Summer Walker

Best New R&B Artist: 

• Ari Lennox
• LightSkinKeisha
• Nicole Bus
• Summer Walker 
• The Bonfyre

Latin Pop/Reggaeton Song of the Year:  

• “Calma” - Pedro Capó & Alicia Keys featuring Farruko
• “Con Calma” - Daddy Yankee & Katy Perry featuring Snow
• “MIA” - Bad Bunny featuring Drake
• “QUE PRETENDES” - J Balvin & Bad Bunny
• “Taki Taki” - DJ Snake featuring Selena Gomez, Ozuna & Cardi B

Latin Pop/Reggaeton Artist of the Year: 

• Bad Bunny
• Daddy Yankee
• J Balvin
• Maluma
• Ozuna

Best New Latin Pop/Reggaeton Artist: 

• Camilo
• Guaynaa
• Lunay
• Rosalía
• Sech

Regional Mexican Song of the Year:

• “¿Por Qué Cambiaste De Opinión?” - Calibre 50
• “A Través Del Vaso” - Banda Los Sebastianes
• “Con Todo Incluido” - La Adictiva Banda San José De Mesillas
• “Encantadora” - El Fantasma
• “Nada Nuevo” - Christian Nodal

Regional Mexican Artist of the Year:  

• Banda Sinaloense MS de Sergio Lizárraga
• Calibre 50
• Christian Nodal
• El Fantasma
• La Arrolladora Banda El Limón

Best New Regional Mexican Artist: 

• Banda Los Sebastianes
• El Fantasma
• Fuerza Regida 
• Kanales
• Lenin Ramírez

Producer of the Year: 

• Andrew Watt
• Benny Blanco
• Finneas
• Louis Bell
• Max Martin

Songwriter of the Year: 

• Ashley Gorley
• Finneas
• Frank Dukes
• Louis Bell
• Savan Kotecha  

Best Lyrics: *Socially Voted Category

• “10,000 Hours” - Dan + Shay & Justin Bieber
• “7 rings” - Ariana Grande
• “bad guy” - Billie Eilish
• “Beautiful People” - Ed Sheeran featuring Khalid
• “Hot Girl Summer” - Megan Thee Stallion featuring Nicki Minaj & Ty Dolla $ign
• “Juice” - Lizzo 
• “Lose You To Love Me” - Selena Gomez
• “Nightmare” - Halsey
• “Señorita” - Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello
• “Someone You Loved” - Lewis Capaldi
• “The Bones” - Maren Morris 
• “You Need to Calm Down” - Taylor Swift

Best Cover Song: *Socially Voted Category

• Led Zeppelin - “Black Dog” - Miley Cyrus cover
• Ariana Grande - “break up with your girlfriend, i’m bored” - Lana Del Rey cover
• Phil Collins - “Can’t Stop Loving You” - Taylor Swift cover
• Sam Smith & Normani - “Dancing With A Stranger” - 5SOS cover 
• Elvin Bishop - “Fooled Around and Fell in Love” - Miranda Lambert, Maren Morris, Elle King, Ashley McBryde, Tenille Townes, Caylee Hammack cover
• The Rembrandts - “I’ll Be There For You” - Meghan Trainor cover
• Taylor Swift - “Lover” - Keith Urban cover 
• Lewis Capaldi - “Someone You Loved” - Camila Cabello cover
• Jonas Brothers - “Sucker” – Halsey cover

Best Fan Army: *Socially Voted Category

• Agnation - Agnez Mo
• Arianators - Ariana Grande
• Beliebers - Justin Bieber
• BTSArmy - BTS  
• Camilizers - Camila Cabello
• Harries - Harry Styles
• Limelights - Why Don’t We
• Louies - Louis Tomlinson
• MendesArmy - Shawn Mendes  
• Niallers - Niall Horan
• Selenators - Selena Gomez
• Swifties - Taylor Swift

Best Music Video: *Socially Voted Category

• “7 rings” - Ariana Grande
• “bad guy” - Billie Eilish
• “Boy With Luv” - BTS featuring Halsey
• “Con Altura” - Rosalía, J Balvin featuring El Guincho
• “Con Calma” - Daddy Yankee & Snow
• “Dancing With A Stranger” - Sam Smith & Normani
• “I Don’t Care” - Ed Sheeran & Justin Bieber
• “Kill This Love” - BLACKPINK
• “ME!” - Taylor Swift featuring Brendon Urie
• “Old Town Road” - Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus
• “Señorita” - Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello
• “Sucker” - Jonas Brothers

Social Star Award: *Socially Voted Category

• Asher Angel
• Cody Orlove
• Danielle Cohn
• DeStorm Power
• King Bach 
• Montana Tucker
• Niki and Gabi
• Piper Rockelle
• Scotty Sire
• Stephanie Poetri
• The Moy Boys
• Zoe Laverne

Best Remix: *Socially Voted Category 

• “bad guy” - Billie Eilish (with Justin Bieber)
• “Con Calma” - Daddy Yankee, Katy Perry featuring Snow
• “Good As Hell” - Lizzo featuring Ariana Grande
• “Higher Love” – Kygo & Whitney Houston
• “Lover” - Taylor Swift featuring Shawn Mendes
• “Old Town Road” - Lil Nas X featuring Billy Ray Cyrus
• “The Bones” - Maren Morris featuring Hozier
• “Thotiana” – Blueface featuring Cardi B and YG
• “Trampoline” - SHAED featuring Zayn
• “Without Me” - Halsey featuring Juice WRLD  

Favorite Tour Photographer: *Socially Voted Category            

• Adam Degross (Post Malone)
• Alfredo Flores (Ariana Grande)
• Andy DeLuca (5SOS)
• Blair Caldwell (Normani)
• Daniel Prakopcyk (John Mayer)
• Jake Chamseddine (Panic! At The Disco)
• Josiah Van Dien (Shawn Mendes) 
• Matty Vogel (Billie Eilish)
• Rays Corrupted Mind (Travis Scott)
• Zack Caspary (Why Don’t We) 
• Zakary Walters (Ed Sheeran)

Favorite Music Video Choreography: (New Category) *Socially Voted Category 

• “7 rings” (Ariana Grande) - Scott and Brian Nicholson
• “How Do You Sleep?” (Sam Smith) - Parris Goebel
• “Kill This Love” (BLACKPINK) - Kyle Hanagami & Kiel Tutin
• “ME!” (Taylor Swift featuring Brendon Urie) - Tyce Diorio
• “Motivation” (Normani) - Sean Bankhead
• “Señorita” (Shawn Mendes & Camilla Cabello) - Calvit Hodge & Sara Bivens

Dance Party Will Feature Classic Children Songs from Mellodees, a Musically Driven Entertainment Platform Produced by Superstar Artist and Producer Marshmello 

Two-Week Special Will Stream on August 22 and August 29 on iHeartRadio’s Facebook Page

Ewing, NJ - August 20, 2020 - L’il Critters^TM, America’s #1 Kid's Gummy Vitamin Brand, today announced its partnership with iHeartRadio’s Saturday Morning Dance Party Presented by L’il Critters, a family friendly event for children across the U.S. The dance parties will feature music from Mellodees, a musically driven entertainment platform committed to connecting with children and parents through engaging content and fresh sounds with music produced by superstar artist and producer, Marshmello. 

The two-week special will stream on Saturday, August 22 and August 29 at 11am ET on iHeartRadio’s Facebook Page, with a replay available for 72 hours. The episodes will feature Cody The Bear from L’il Critters and Mellodees’ animated character, Dee, as children and families across the country groove to exclusive renditions of classic children songs from Marshmello’s Mellodees including “ABC’s Song” “Itsy Bitsy Spider,” “Twinkle Twinkle” and “Wheels On The Bus.”

“L'il Critters is committed to helping moms and dads ensure their kids are getting essential vitamins and minerals they need to support their health. There's no better way to further encourage healthy choices than by getting up and moving together with the whole family," says Vanessa Duvert, Brand Manager for L’il Critters. "We're thrilled to be part of such an exciting collaboration where the fun is certainly getting done. We hope that the Saturday Morning Dance Parties will help families start their weekends off on the right foot," adds Duvert. "Getting healthy and having fun with the entire family just got that much cooler.”

"Our partnership with iHeart has been one that we cherish dearly. As we started Mellodees, it made a lot of sense for us to find a way to work together and introduce Dee and the rest of the Mellodees characters to families. The upcoming Saturday Morning Dance Parties are something fun and unique and we are really excited about them,” adds Moe Shalizi, Marshmello’s Manager and CEO/Founder of The Shalizi Group. 

About Church & Dwight Co., Inc.

With a rich heritage of commitment to people and the planet for over 150 years, Church & Dwight is committed to conducting our operations in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner using recycled materials in our cartons. We are continually assessing the impacts of our operations on the environment while developing, manufacturing and marketing a broad range of consumer household, personal care and specialty products with sustainability efforts incorporated into our new product innovation including Arm & Hammer^TM, Xtra^TM, Trojan^TM, Oxiclean^TM, vitafusion^TM, L’il Critters^TM, Waterpik^TM, Orajel^TM, Kaboom^TM, Nair^TM, Viviscal^TM Flawless^TM, Toppik^TM, Batiste^TM and First Response^TM.