News Jul 9, 2026

iHeartMedia Settles FCC ‘Payola’ Investigation Without Any Fine or Determination of Wrongdoing

The radio giant is boosting compliance procedures to satisfy the federal agency, which questioned whether artists perform free shows in exchange for airplay.

Originally published by Billboard
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iHeartMedia Settles FCC ‘Payola’ Investigation Without Any Fine or Determination of Wrongdoing