Skyview Networks to provide network audio sales, affiliate sales and content distribution
(February 13, 2024) – Skyview Networks, an industry-leading audio solutions company, announced today a partnership with Audacy and legendary hip-hop personality Ed Lover. Beginning this spring, Skyview Networks will exclusively lead network audio sales and affiliate sales efforts for Lover’s daily radio show, The Ed Lover Experience, while managing distribution on its turnkey platforms.
“I’m very excited to be a new part of the Skyview family and looking forward to making history again!” said Ed Lover, host of The Ed Lover Experience. “Radio has always been in my heart and soul, and with this marriage, we are going to take it to new heights.”
With a resume that includes multiple hip-hop and urban contemporary radio and television shows, podcasts, and movies, Ed Lover is well-versed in entertainment. Previously serving as host of the popular television program, Yo! MTV Raps, he quickly became an icon in the industry. Today, he hosts the daily radio show The Ed Lover Experience on Audacy’s 94.7 The Block (WXBK-FM) in New York and offers affiliates daypart flexibility, allowing them to customize the experience that best suits their program lineup and drive listenership.
“Ed Lover is a multi-faceted talent that connects on new levels with audiences, and bringing The Ed Lover Experience to our advertisers opens a world of opportunities,” said Jeanne-Marie Condo, President of Network Partnerships and Chief Revenue Officer of Skyview Networks. “His deep-rooted connection is a fantastic addition to our multicultural platform that will further promote the reach and relatability with listeners across the US.”
“Ed Lover has probably introduced more Americans to hip-hop than anyone, and in two years, he has become a pillar of our throwback brands, serving as a trusted voice on all things hip-hop culture and delivering premier content for his fans,” said Dave Richards, Senior Vice President of Programming, Audacy. “We’re excited to see Skyview Networks take The Ed Lover Experience into their syndication portfolio and introduce it to a new audience.”
Skyview Networks’ distribution of The Ed Lover Experience kicks off with five major market Audacy affiliates, including 104.3 JAMS (WBMX-FM) in Chicago, Q100.5 (KXQQ-FM) in Las Vegas, 94.7 The Block (WXBK-FM) in New York, 102 JAMS (KRBQ-FM) in San Francisco and Hot 103.7 (KHTP-FM) in Seattle.
The Ed Lover Experience is available four hours daily, Monday through Friday, and is delivered via FTP, allowing stations to seamlessly program their own music and daypart. For affiliation information, contact [email protected]. For additional information on Skyview Networks’ full suite of audio solutions, visit skyviewnetworks.com.
About Audacy
Audacy, Inc. is a leading multi-platform audio content and entertainment company that connects with 200 million consumers. Powered by its exclusive, premium audio content that includes unrivaled leadership positions in news and sports radio, Audacy operates one of the country’s two scaled radio broadcasting groups, a rapidly growing direct-to-consumer digital audio platform, multiple audio networks, a major event business and a leading, award-winning podcast studio. Learn more at www.audacyinc.com, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, Instagram and Threads (@AudacyCorp).
About Skyview Networks
Skyview Networks is an audio technology, syndication and network audio sales solutions company based in Scottsdale, Arizona that has been serving the broadcast space for nearly 30 years. With more than 12,500 radio affiliate relationships, its nationwide coverage reaches over half of all Americans each week. Skyview’s industry-leading services are utilized by major media companies, leading consumer brands, world-class entertainers, professional and collegiate sports organizations, and state news networks. For more information, visit skyviewnetworks.com and follow @SkyviewNetworks.
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