FCC, IHeart and Payola

FCC Probes iHeartMedia Following Accusations of Payola Law Violations
The Federal Communications Commission has warned radio station owners that it is cracking down on what it describes as “payola” practices. In a letter sent Monday to iHeartMedia CEO Robert Pittman, FCC chairman Brendan Carr says the FCC is scrutinizing the company’s activity particularly around the live music events it hosts throughout the year.
FCC chair writes to iHeartMedia with pointed ‘payola’ questions
The new chair of US regulator the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has written to the boss of iHeartMedia with some pointed questions about its live music events. Brendan Carr wants to know […]
iHeartCountry Festival Comes Under Scrutiny in FCC Payola Investigation
The iHeartCountry Festival is being scrutinized in an FCC payola investigation into whether radio stations are exchanging airplay for free shows.
Trump's New FCC Chair Investigates iHeartMedia for Possible 'Payola' Violations
The Federal Communications Commission is asking iHeartMedia to prove it isn't making music artists perform without full compensation in exchange for better radio airplay, a possible violation of U.S.
Trump's FCC Is Investigating Music Industry Payola Claims
Turning toward the radio industry, the Federal Communications Commission is looking into whether iHeartMedia is compelling artists perform at its upcoming country music festival for free or reduced pay in exchange for more favorable airplay.
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FCC Probes iHeartRadio On Alleged Payola Violations As Broader Enforcement Ramps Up
The Federal Communications Commission warns radio station owners it’s taking action on so-called “payola” violations. FCC ...
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MIKE MCKENNA: What’s Going On At The FCC?
Way back in October 2019, President Donald Trump issued Executive Order 13892, which required government agencies to act ...
Broadcast Group Says FCC Should Drop Rules That Restrict Mergers
A major trade group representing US TV and radio stations called for the Federal Communications Commission to drop ...
The FCC Targets Broadcasters
The administration’s targeting of news broadcasters stands in contrast to comments Carr made in 2021, when he condemned the ...
FCC chair accuses predecessors of partisan bias after criticism of media probes
Chair Brendan Carr slammed his predecessors at the department after they criticized him for his probing of major broadcast ...
Trump signs executive order to expand his control over FCC, SEC and more
The order will require all independent federal agencies and executive branches to now submit draft regulations so they can be ...
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NAB Petitions FCC for ATSC 1.0 Sunset in 2028 and 2030
The petition lays out the NAB’s roadmap for the transition from the current standard to ATSC 3.0. It calls for the FCC to ...
SCOOP: FCC to brief lawmakers on George Soros investigation in closed-door meeting
The House of Representatives' Republican Study Committee is hosting FCC Chair Brendan Carr at its weekly lunch, Fox News ...
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Outlook on Federal Funding Threats to Libraries
Several federal funding issues are currently under debate in Congress and could adversely affect libraries and library ...
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FCC chairman climbs Nexstar broadcast tower to promote industry, jobs
The nation's top communications regulator made a stop in Baldwin County Monday morning and you might be surprised why.