# Radio
Radio pioneer and philanthropist, Ralph D. Foster, and his preservation of history at the Ralph Foster Museum
Ralph D. Foster, Springfield, MO.Photographer unknown, public domain, Wikimedia Commons. Born in St. Joseph, Missouri on April 25, 1893, some say Ralph Foster helped to create the framework for Springfield, Missouri by challenging Nashville as being the country's music capital in the 1950s.
University of La Verne’s Audio Program Ranked No. 11 Nationally by Broadcast Education Association
A University of La Verne student works the sound board in the LeoFM broadcast studio.University of La Verne. The Broadcast Education Association (BEA) has ranked the University of La Verne eleventh nationally for best audio programs as part of its 2022 Recognition of Institutional Excellence in Media.
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LL Cool J and Rock the Bells Radio Premieres New Music From Dave East, Benny the Butcher, and Steven Young
LL Cool J was busy hosting the iHeart Music Awards this week, and he even got a chance to speak on the war. Our prayers are with the innocent people who have lost their lives as the result of this terrible war and with the Ukrainian citizens. They are all living through this crisis every day, and I think it's very important that we send our prayers and our love to them and let them know that we stand with them.
Lana Del Rey’s ‘Born to Die,’ 10 years later
The cover image for the album "Born to Die" is pictured.Courtesy Wikimedia Commons. Sometimes artists can release music, and instantly, everyone knows it will be impactful. The artistry, themes, visuals and production are all key signs of a successful release. However, success can be subdued. Impact can be unprecedented. Legacy blossoms out of retrospect. This is true for Lana Del Rey, who is the titan of alternative sound, the goddess of indie pop and the empress of Hollywood sadcore. Her sophomore album “Born To Die” (2012) left an impact on the industry far greater than any critic could anticipate at the time of release.