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Benztown Announces Call for Applications for Benztown 50


Benztown 50
Benztown 50

Benztown will release the 10th Annual Benztown 50 List of Radio's Biggest Imaging Voices, the radio industry's listing of the top 50 voiceover artists in the U.S. and Canada. The list will be based on several criteria, including number of radio station affiliates, station size and market. Benztown has partnered with P1 Media Group to compile and analyze industry data that will be the foundation for this distinction.

In addition, for the first time, Benztown will recognize "Best of Format" Awards across 12 format categories. The "Best of Format" Awards will honor the best voices in each category, as determined by professionals across the audio industry and voiceover peers. Those eligible to vote for the "Best of Format" Awards will receive an email in mid-February to cast their votes.

The "Best of Format" honorees will be voted on and named in these categories:

  1. AC/Hot AC
  2. News/Talk
  3. CHR
  4. Country
  5. Rock
  6. Classic Rock
  7. Urban
  8. Urban AC
  9. Contemporary Christian
  10. Sports
  11. Spanish
  12. Classic Hits

Benztown President Dave "Chachi" Denes said, "What an honor and a thrill to recognize radio's biggest imaging voices in the U.S. and Canada through the Benztown 50, now in its incredible 10th year. More than ever, outstanding VO talent differentiates and elevates audio brands across a crowded audio landscape, building vibrant brands and attracting and holding listeners. As a company dedicated to creating the highest quality audio content in the world, we are proud to recognize and highlight the important work of our industry's superstars."

P1 Media Group Partner Ken Benson added, "P1 Media Group is proud to join forces again with Benztown to identify and honor many of the industry's most talented voiceover professionals. These unique voices and personalities bring stations to life and are an essential part of shaping the listener experience. It is always very special to be a part of recognizing their achievements and the important role they play."

Voice talent can apply for the Benztown 50 from February 7, 2024, through March 1 here.

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