When it comes to radio measurement, there is a whirlwind of competitive activity. As mentioned previously, 56 diary markets were dropped by Numeris. 22 of those markets were picked up by radioCount. The rest either seek measurement alternatives or rely on retail without numbers. In the PPM markets, there is some discussion concerning sample sizes. In all markets there is ongoing discussion about recruitment methodologies. The old days are gone and revenues are, for the most part, down Still, radio remains popular with an average weekly reach of 86% for A12+. We should note that, for Canadians,10% of radio consumption come from AM/FM live radio streaming. Let’s forge on.

The new PPM release from Numeris completes the thirteen-week period covering February 27 to May 28, 2023. Instead of driving to and from work, many are still working from home. This, in turn can have an effect on the nature of drive times.

Let’s look at the five PPM markets.

As I previously reported, 56 diary markets were discontinued by Numeris leaving us with our current 22, reporting central area only. radioCount, using a different methodology has recently released their April/Spring book surveying 5 different markets using continuous measurement. Their Fall book will cover 22 markets. All 22 Numeris markets were measured under continuous measurement, using the Online Radio Diary. radioCount uses individual recruitment while Numeris uses household recruitment. All that being said, let’s take a look at 5 sample markets from the latest Numeris release. This covers the period of May 2, 2022 to April 30, 2023. It is worth mentioning that radio reached 84% of adults 25-54.

COVID continues to impact radio revenues across Canada. In addition, there have been a variety of issues concerning diary markets. Let’s see if we can find some good news in the latest PPM radio ratings released today. The new PPM release from Numeris completes the thirteen-week period covering March 1 to May 30, 2021. Once again, all listening for this period occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, sometimes yielding unusual results.

 Let’s look at the five PPM markets.

 Toronto: Bragging rights at the top of the ratings heap go to CBC Radio One delivering a 15.5 % share for A12+ (down from 16.0%). Taking the #1 spot with females 25-54 is CHUM-FM delivering a 12.6 % share (up from 7.9%).  BOOM-FM is back on top for males 25-54, posting a 12.1% share (up from 11.1%). Q107 leads the way for M18-34 with an 15.7% share (down from 20.0%).  Despite some unusual results in recent books, F18-34, CHFI-FM is in front with 20.1% (down from 24.6%). 

[From Cashbox] Toronto artist, songwriter and producer David Bray adds another powerful R&B / Neo-Soul track to his repertoire with the release of this, his newest single, “Nothing Left”.

Featuring the outstanding vocals of his long-time collaborative partner Lorraine Reid, “Nothing Left” is the second single from his forthcoming album, Land of Extremes.

A follow-up to his critically acclaimed, internationally heralded and widely played previous single — and premiere preview to the new album — 2020’s “Overdue,” “Nothing Left” wastes no time to spotlight Bray's compelling lyrical flair and ear for musical hooks once again. The song is a devastatingly sensitive take on divorce, and Reid delivers one of the finest R&B performances likely to be heard this year; she stunningly captures the heart and soul of Bray’s striking and poignant lyrics resulting in dramatic, noir imagery.

Watch and listen to “Nothing Left” here on YouTube:

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