It started out in 1993 as one 8-page publication covering Top 40, Rhythm 40, Crossover, Urban, AC, Hot AC, Rock, Alternative and Country formats. Eventually, four different publications under the "Airplay Monitor" title appeared and became the #1 source of hit music information. They were combined in 2001 and later changed their name to Billboard Radio Monitor in 2003. On July 14, 2006, publication ceased and was relaunched under the "Radio & Records" banner on August 11, 2006. The move was a result of a merger between the current "R&R" and "Radio Monitor" after VNU Media acquired "R&R" on July 6, 2006. The relaunched "R&R" would later cease publication on June 5, 2009.