SILVER
SPRING, Md., Feb. 3, 2023
/PRNewswire/ -- Today, Urban One Inc's Reach Media and Radio One
announced that Ralph Tresvant, lead
singer of famed supergroup New Edition, is now the new host of the
network's long-running syndicated show "Love and R&B," heard
nightly on all affiliate stations, effective February 13.
David Kantor, CEO of Urban One's
Reach Media and Radio One audio divisions, says, "Ralph Tresvant brings us a timeless brand filled
with style, charisma, and star power. He's a great
communicator with vast musical knowledge who will be creating real
and riveting radio. Ralph gives us the complete brand who can
quickly build a large, loyal following with must listen-to moments
each and every night."
Not coincidentally, the "Love and R&B with Ralph Tresvant" show debuts right before
Valentine's Day, building on the show's legacy of playing classic
slow jams and love songs by artists that are keeping traditional
R&B music alive and well.
"I'm excited to show a side of me that I've never shared before
through the embodiment of true R&B music," says Tresvant. "I
love the medium of radio and as a kid growing up in Boston, I was inspired by the great radio
hosts I heard. I've learned how important it is to be on both sides
of the mic. Growing up in this business, I've learned to be
vulnerable and relatable but will also bring that New Edition
excitement to the airwaves! I'm ready to connect with my fans and
communities all around the US like never before! Everyone says real
R&B is gone… I'm thrilled to have a radio show that will change
the musical landscape."
Tresvant continued, "Indeed, I'm thankful for this opportunity
and my team Jodi Gomes, LaShawn Thomas and my agent, Gary Bernstein, who brokered the deal. I'm
grateful to be a part of the Urban One family and thank my longtime
supporters Cathy Hughes,
Alfred Liggins, David Kantor, Kashon
Powell, Gary Bond,
Colby Colb, and Derek Harper."
Ralph Tresvant has captivated
audiences for 40 years as the legendary front man of New Edition, a
solo artist, entertainer, writer, and producer. Now, this
entertainer turned radio star will be broadcasting in top markets
including Dallas, Washington, DC, Baltimore, Cincinnati, and Richmond, with additional markets to be
announced.
Kashon Powell, Radio One's VP of
Programming says, "I'm excited to welcome Ralph to our Urban One
family. He's the ultimate entertainer so I'm confident that he will
make an immediate connection with radio listeners across the
country."
For affiliate info, contact: Melody Talkington,
melody.talkington@reachmediainc.com, (972)
523-8770.
About Urban One:
Urban One Inc. (urban1.com),
together with its subsidiaries, is the largest diversified media
company that primarily targets Black Americans and urban consumers
in the United States. The Company
owns TV One, LLC (tvone.tv), a television network serving more than
59 million households, offering a broad range of original
programming, classic series and movies designed to entertain,
inform, and inspire a diverse audience of adult Black viewers. As
of September 30, 2022, we owned
and/or operated 66 independently formatted, revenue producing
broadcast stations (including 55 FM or AM stations, 9 HD stations,
and the 2 low power television stations) branded under the
tradename "Radio One" in 15 urban markets in the United States. Through its controlling
interest in Reach Media, Inc. (blackamericaweb.com), the Company
also operates syndicated programming including the Rickey Smiley Morning Show, the Russ Parr Morning Show, and the DL Hughley Show.
In addition to its radio and television broadcast assets, Urban One
owns iOne Digital (ionedigital.com), our wholly owned digital
platform serving the African American community through social
content, news, information, and entertainment websites, including
its Cassius, Bossip, HipHopWired and MadameNoire digital platforms
and brands. We also have invested in a minority ownership interest
in MGM National Harbor, a gaming resort located in Prince George's County, Maryland. Through our
national multi-media operations, we provide advertisers with a
unique and powerful delivery mechanism to the African American and
urban audiences.
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