The Country Radio Broadcasters, Inc. (CRB) has awarded Jon Loba, President, Frontline Recordings, The Americas at BMG, with the 2025 CRB President’s Award.
The CRB President’s Award is presented to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and played a vital role in shaping the success of the Country Radio Seminar (CRS) and its mission to advance the country radio format.
According to the Country Radio Broadcasters, Loba has been a “driving force” behind some of country music’s most notable success stories, including Jason Aldean, Jelly Roll, Lainey Wilson, Dustin Lynch, and Parmalee, as well as the global viral hit The Git Up by Blanco Brown.
The CRB added that as BMG’s President, Frontline Recordings, The Americas, he “oversees an array of genre-spanning label operations” while “continuing to elevate the presence of country music on a global stage”.
Commenting on the decision to honor Jon Loba with the President’s Award, CRB/CRS Board President Kurt Johnson, said: “Jon Loba doesn’t just play the game, he redefines it. He’s backed legends, bet on new voices, and pushed Country forward at every turn.
“His impact on CRS is undeniable, and now, with a broader platform at BMG, he’s reminding the industry why Music Row sets the standard. This award isn’t just deserved. It’s overdue.”
“Jon Loba doesn’t just play the game—he redefines it. He’s backed legends, bet on new voices, and pushed Country forward at every turn.”
Kurt johnson, Crb/crs
The 2025 CRB President’s Award will be presented during the Country Radio Hall of Fame event, scheduled for July 21, 2025, at the Virgin Hotel Nashville.
The evening will also recognize country radio professionals, including on-air personalities Big D & Bubba, Mary McCoy, and Rowdy Yates, along with Ginny “Rogers” Brophey, Clay Hunnicutt, and Gregg Swedberg.
Past recipients of the CRB President’s Award include John Esposito, Beverlee Brannigan, Sarah Trahern, Mike Dungan, Charlie Morgan, Bob Kingsley, Joe Galante, and Erica Farber.Music Business Worldwide
