Media
The San Francisco Giants extend their partnership with Lazer Media
The San Francisco Giants and Lazer Media have a new three-year contract that will broadcast all 162 Giants games in Spanish. The collaboration continues the Giants’ commitment to honoring and strengthening their connections with the Latino community and fan base.
Digital Advertisers Are Finding Success in Radio
Advertisers are discovering that the power of radio isn’t just for building brand awareness—it’s a powerful tool for driving sales and lower-funnel conversions. One experienced digital Audio advertiser recently tapped into the magic of AM/FM radio to boost engagement and skyrocket conversions. By partnering with Audacy and harnessing Claritas’ AI-powered attribution model, they were able to pinpoint exactly which radio stations were moving the needle. This innovative approach not only linked radio ads to tangible online actions but also provided deep audience insights that allowed the brand to fine-tune their strategy for maximum impact. In short, radio is proving to be a game-changer for advertisers ready to mix traditional reach with digital precision.
Nueva, Costa, and MLC Media Join Forces to Reshape the U.S. Latino Media Landscape
Nueva Network, Costa Media, and MLC Media have announced a strategic merger to create a powerhouse in U.S. Latino media. By aligning its premium content, radio, and digital networks, local owned-and-operated (O&O) stations, and sales and marketing expertise, the newly combined entity strengthens its position as a leader in the evolving Hispanic media landscape.
Estrella Media’s Radio Properties Sold to MediaCo in Stock Deal
In April, MediaCo Holding acquired Estrella Media’s network, content, digital, and commercial operations, with an option to purchase its stations at a later date. Less than a year later, MediaCo is exercising that option, according to a new FCC filing.
The Simple Guide to Radio’s Role in Full-Funnel Marketing [REPORT]
In today’s competitive media landscape, radio is often seen as a powerful tool for building awareness. However, it’s so much more than that. Radio can play a critical role at every stage of the marketing funnel, helping advertisers reach their goals whether they’re building brand awareness, driving conversions, or fostering customer loyalty.
Latino Media Network announces organizational changes
As part of its ongoing commitment to serving, inspiring, informing, and celebrating the U.S. Hispanic community, Latino Media Network (LMN) announced key leadership changes to enhance its operational structure and better serve its audiences and partners.
UFORIA launches “UFORIA MUSIC POD”
Uforia, TelevisaUnivision’s digital audio platform, announced the launch of its new podcast, Uforia Music Pod. Hosted by the dynamic duo Monse Medina and Sebas Villalobos, this podcast offers listeners an immersive journey into the heart of Latin music, lifestyle, and culture.
Lopez Negrete Communications Invites Bilingual and Bicultural Influencers to Join Proprietary Network of Latino Creators
Lopez Negrete Communications unveiled its innovative proprietary tool, the Latino Network of Creators (LNC) with a call to action for all Hispanic content creators across the United States to join. With the rise in content creator marketing, the tool is ideal and highly recommended for any brand aiming to expand their reach and visibility within the Hispanic community through influencer marketing. And, in turn, Latino influencers who join the LNC have a chance to work with the agency's client roster.
Rene Alegria named Chief Innovation Officer at Nueva Network
Nueva Network, a audio media company dedicated to creating exceptional content for diverse audiences, proudly announces that Rene Alegria, an award-winning media executive and cultural innovator, has joined the company as Chief Innovation Officer.
Challenes of Chasing Social Media Trends [REPORT]
"The 2025 Sprout Social Index" underscores why it's crucial for marketers to be leery of social media posts that go viral and ask themselves whether their brand has a legitimate connection to the story.
Eduardo Maytorena named SVP & GSM of Entravision Los Angeles
Entravision announced the appointment of Eduardo Maytorena as Senior Vice President and General Sales Manager for Los Angeles.
Men, Women and Social Connections [REPORT]
As public debate and discussion over the status of men in America continues, some have raised concerns about men’s struggles with loneliness. A new Pew Research Center survey finds that, compared with women, men don’t report that they feel lonely more often or have fewer close friends. However, men do seem to turn to their networks less often for social connection and emotional support.
Major AM/FM Radio Campaign Drives Significant Brand Awareness And Growth In Leads And Sales
One of the largest tests of AM/FM radio advertising was conducted in Spring 2024 in just over twenty local markets. The campaign ran across a broad mix of small, medium, and large markets. The two-month AM/FM radio campaign featured heavy media weight with ~500 monthly GRPs, generating a monthly reach of 75% and a seven frequency. The campaign featured a two-week burst followed by two dark weeks and then another major two-week pulse. In the test markets, three out of four people were exposed to the campaign monthly an average of seven times.
Washington Nationals, Costa Media extend Spanish-language radio partnership through 2027 season
The Washington Nationals announced an agreement with Costa Media, extending the official Spanish-language radio broadcast partnership through the 2027 season. During the Nationals’ upcoming season, fans can tune in to DC 87.7 FM and La Pantera WFAX 100.7 FM/1220 AM for live Spanish-language broadcasts for both home and away games, with in-game play-by-play analysis, 15-minute pre- and postgame shows, in-depth organizational reporting and player interviews.
Emmis Launches Bilingual La Exitosa 98.7 in New York
Emmis Corporation announced the launch of New York’s La Exitosa 98.7 FM/1190 AM, with a bilingual adult contemporary format, playing English and Spanish language hits from the 1980s through the 2000s. Now, Madonna, Ricardo Arjona, Prince, Shakira, Phil Collins, Chayanne and Bryan Adams share a new home.
2024 Hispanic Content Report – Available for download for FREE
HispanicAd offers its annual report on key Content, Data & Social usage strategies, along with the importance of using Data strategies to engage the US Hispanic Consumer.
2024 Hispanic TV Programming Report – DOWNLOAD for FREE
HispanicAd in association with Adam R Jacobson are proud to announce the availability of the 2024 Hispanic TV Programming Report for our readers. Enjoy
Majority of News and Sports Audio is Consumed via AM/FM Radio
Today’s insight is never-before-released data on AM/FM radio consumption and a surprising finding about how different kinds of audio content are consumed from radio.
José Adan Treviño passes …..
José Adan Treviño a legend in broadcasting to Hispanics in Texas has passed.
