Daily Press Summary
22 February 2017
Daily Press Summary 22 February
Everything you need to know about this year’s BRITs
With the stage set for the 2017 BRIT Awards, Music Week has provided a handy guide on all you need to know about this year’s event.
Music Week
Line-up announced for Salford conference
BBC Director of Radio Bob Shennan, Ofcom’s Sharon White, Culture Secretary Karen Bradley and Huw Kennair-Jones.
Radio Today
6 Music Festival to take place in Glasgow
Depeche Mode is the headline act for this year’s 6 Music Festival in Glasgow from Friday 24 to Sunday 26 March.
Radio Today
Farewell to Steve Hewlett, a loyal and tenacious radio talent
Steve Hewlett, who died on Monday, February 20 is remembered.
The Telegraph
Capital to lead Global’s 2017 BRIT Awards coverage
Capital will be leading Global’s 2017 BRIT Awards coverage this year, with the station providing backstage coverage on-air and across its social media platforms.
Music Week
Roman Kemp goes backstage at The BRITs 2017
Capital is backstage at The BRITs 2017 with Roman Kemp hosting his evening show live from the event at the O2 Arena on Wednesday evening.
Radio Today
Google submits YouTube to Media Ratings Council audit
Google has committed to having YouTube’s metrics audited by the Media Rating Council.
Campaign (£)
The BRITs effect: How a successful show can send sales through the roof
A big win or a show stopping live performance at the BRIT Awards can be crucial in boosting an artist’s profile.
Music Week
US: News radio makes huge gains during election year and looks to keep momentum going
Nielsen noted that this election season posted a huge spike for news radio.
The Drum
