WASHINGTON, D.C. — Radio and TV personality Bobby Bones will take the stage as host of the 2024 NAB Marconi Radio Awards, set to take place on October 9 during NAB Show New York. Bones will also be honored with the prestigious NAB Distinguished Service Award (DSA), the National Association of Broadcasters' highest honor.
"Bobby Bones has consistently demonstrated a deep commitment to radio listeners, using his platform not just to entertain, but to uplift others and champion new voices," said NAB President and CEO Curtis LeGeyt. "His dedication to mentoring emerging talent and his influence on the evolution of modern radio make him a fitting recipient of the NAB Distinguished Service Award. We are excited to honor Bobby's achievements at this year's Marconi Radio Awards at NAB Show New York. We look forward to a great night celebrating excellence in radio and our industry's most dynamic figures."
Bones is widely known as the host of the nationally syndicated iHeartRadio program, The Bobby Bones Show, the No. 1 country morning show with millions of listeners tuning in each month. The show is a three-time CMA Award winner, a four-time ACM Award winner and earned Bones the title of the youngest-ever inductee into the National Radio Hall of Fame.
His work extends beyond radio into television, where Bones has served as host of USA Network's competition series Snake In The Grass, starred in National Geographic's Breaking Bobby Bones and has been the official in-house mentor on ABC's American Idol. He also took home the Mirrorball Trophy as the winner of season 27 of ABC's Dancing with the Stars. Additionally, Bones hosts the highly popular BobbyCast podcast, which has nearly 40 million downloads to date. As a New York Times bestselling author, his books Bare Bones: I'm Not Lonely If You're Reading This Book and Fail Until You Don't: Fight Grind Repeat have resonated with readers and his children's book, Stanley the Dog: The First Day of School, is also a best-seller.
In April, Bones hosted his seventh annual Million Dollar Show benefiting St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The radio host and television personality was joined by country and rock friends to help raise $215,000 for the hospital this year alone, bringing the total Bones has raised to $24.8 million to date.
The NAB Distinguished Service Award recognizes individuals who have made a significant impact on the industry. Past recipients include iconic figures such as Ryan Seacrest, Gordon Smith, James Brown, Jim Henson, Alan Alda, Robin Roberts, Bob Schieffer, Michael J. Fox, Mary Tyler Moore, President Ronald Reagan, Edward R. Murrow, Bob Hope, Walter Cronkite and Oprah Winfrey.
For the third consecutive year, the NAB Marconi Radio Awards will feature DJ Scratch as the house DJ, adding energy and excitement to radio's biggest night. DJ Scratch co-hosts a weekday radio show with Shelley Wade on Audacy's 94.7 The Block in New York. DJ Scratch has worked with some of the biggest artists in hip hop during his career, including LL Cool J, Busta Rhymes, A Tribe Called Quest, Wu-Tang and EPMD. He has produced 19 albums that have been certified Gold, including seven that have been certified Platinum and is a three-time Grammy Award nominee.
Photos of Bones and DJ Scratch are available for news coverage. Visit NAB Show New York to learn more about the valuable discovery, networking and business development opportunities at the Show. Registration is open for attendees and members of the media covering the event. Stay up-to-date on the latest show news by adding your name to the media list.
About NAB Show New YorkNAB Show New York is the premier East Coast event and marketplace for the broadcast, media and entertainment industry, held in the media capital of the world, October 9-10 at the Javits Center. Produced by the National Association of Broadcasters and co-located with the AES Show 2024 NY, this intimate gathering connects roughly 12,000 content creators, tech innovators and business strategists with the latest tools, trends and technology. This event features cutting-edge solutions for content creation, distribution and monetization, alongside purposeful networking opportunities and insights from industry leaders, fostering an environment where ideas are born and partnerships thrive. For more information, visit NABShowNY.com.
About NABThe National Association of Broadcasters is the premier advocacy association for America's broadcasters. NAB advances radio and television interests in legislative, regulatory and public affairs. Through advocacy, education and innovation, NAB enables broadcasters to best serve their communities, strengthen their businesses and seize new opportunities in the digital age. Learn more at nab.org.
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