Radio Update

This week's top tunes.

#1 Songs This Week - Radio Update Out of this week's data here are a few of the songs that topped those lists nationally in the US and Canada along with a few random specific markets. Montgomery, Alabama, Urban/R&B: Lil Baby "Dead Fresh."

John Lund on why summer is the ideal season to make your air staff sound better than ever.

Summer Is the Perfect Time to Tune Up Your Talent - Radio Update Summer isn't just for refreshing the music library or planning promotions—it's the ideal season to make your air staff sound better than ever.

Jim Sherwood shares a cost-effective solution for local images.

Why Every Radio Station Needs a Local Image Library - Radio Update Over the years, I've probably had the same conversation with dozens of radio stations. We'll be talking about their website, local news, or ways to increase traffic, and I'll ask, "How many local pictures do you have in your media library?”

Ava Hart shares her winning formula.

Ava Hart's Coaching Tip: The Winning Formula - Radio Update Mechanics are like defense in sports. They keep you from falling behind. But offense wins games by creating exciting moments. Pay attention to the basics, but know what wins. Yes, you need good mechanics. Clean audio. Tight transitions. Solid structure. But nobody tunes in for your mechanics. They t...

Andy Meadows asks and answers the question 'is radio as we know it dead?'

Radio Influencers Podcast NEW EPISODE - Radio Update Andy Meadows explores the evolution and future of radio, discussing how the industry has continually adapted to new technologies and challenges. He shares his opinion on whether traditional radio as we know it is dead. Then highlights what the industry needs to do to usher in Radio 2.0 and why that....

New music from Ariana Grande, Slayyyter, Rod Wave, Greta Van Fleet, Riley Green and more!

New Music Mondays August 3, 2026 - Radio Update Every week at Radio Station Consultant we watch multiple new songs across radio formats to help us better advise our clients on new music adds. Here are a few of the songs we’re watching this week. Scroll down to hear the full songs. Ariana Grande "Petal" Hot AC & Top 40, Rod Wave "Hustle" Rhythmi...