‘American Idol’ Has ‘Massive Impact’ On Radio Airplay
According to Mediabase statistics, “American Idol” has had a massive impact on radio airplay since its debut six years ago. The Mega-hit Fox television show is now responsible for generating more than six million radio spins. The most-played “Idols” are Kelly Clarkson and Carrie Underwood, as the season one and four winners have racked up four million plus radio spins between them. Others who have become household names include Fantasia, Josh Gracin, Ruben Studdard, Clay Aiken, Chris Daughtry and Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson.
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