"Casey Kasem’s American Top 40" Surpasses 600th Affiliate Milestone
LOS ANGELES, May 6, 2026 – Premiere Networks announced today that Casey Kasem’s American Top 40has surpassed the 600th affiliate milestone with the addition of iHeartMedia’s 93.7 The River (KYRV-FM) – Sacramento’s Greatest Hits. Casey Kasem’s American Top 40 – The 80’s joins the station’s lineup on Sundays from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. PT, beginning May 10, 2026.
Millions of fans around the world consider the name Casey Kasem synonymous with musical countdowns. The late Radio Hall of Famer retired from the helm of American Top 40 – the show he created in 1970 that became the gold standard of music programming – in 2003, and the franchise continues today with host Ryan Seacrest.
Kasem’s legacy lives on through Casey Kasem’s American Top 40 – The 70’s and Casey Kasem’s American Top 40 – The 80’s, which continue to entertain audiences nationwide. These full‑length classic American Top 40 shows from 1970 to 1988 are available to stations in their original broadcast form. Click HERE for more information.
“This milestone is a testament to the enduring legacy of Casey Kasem and the timeless appeal of American Top 40,” said Peter Tripi, Executive Vice President of Affiliate Sales for Premiere Networks. “These classic shows continue to resonate with audiences of all ages, and we’re thrilled to welcome 93.7 The River as the latest station to bring this iconic countdown experience to its listeners.”
About Premiere Networks
Premiere Networks, a subsidiary of iHeartMedia, syndicates more than 100 radio programs and services to more than 8,600 radio affiliations and reaches a quarter billion listeners monthly. Premiere offers the best in talk, entertainment and sports programming featuring the following personalities: Ryan Seacrest, Glenn Beck, Delilah, Steve Harvey, Clay Travis, Buck Sexton, The Breakfast Club, George Noory, Dan Patrick, Colin Cowherd, Angela Yee, Granger Smith, Sean Hannity, Elvis Duran, Mario Lopez, Bobby Bones, Johnjay and Rich, Big Boy, Brooke & Jeffrey, Stugotz, Enrique Santos and others. For more information, please visit www.PremiereNetworks.com.
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