Q Radio Appoints Online Editor Ahead Of Relaunch
Showbiz, arts and media journalist Anthony Barnes has been appointed as online editor across the Q brand in advance of the relaunch of Q Radio.
Barnes, a former Arts and Media Correspondent the Independent on Sunday and Press Association, will lead an overhaul of the www.qthemusic.com website. One of his first tasks will be to embed the new Q Radio station into the site when the station launches on June 2nd.
Barnes will report into Q magazine editor Paul Rees and Q Radio programme director Ric Blaxill.
Rees said: “Anthony comes from a first rate journalist background and his credentials make him an ideal candidate for the job. We’re delighted to welcome him to the team.”
Barnes said: “As a journalist and music fan there can be no better destination than Q. I’m delighted to be joining at a time when the online site can play a crucial part in launching a great new radio station and acting as a unifier between the different platforms of the brand.”
Q Radio currently exists as a jukebox-style digital radio station and is relaunching as all new Q on June 2nd with a totally new line-up, presenters and rich content (see Q Radio Announces New Line Up).
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