Most likely a myth. This is an extract from a cached version of the now closed official website of clear channel:
Quote:
MYTH: Clear Channel Radio reduced airplay of Britney Spears' music because she chose a tour promoter other than Clear Channel Entertainment.
FACT: There is no connection between what gets played on the radio and artists' choices of concert promotion or venues. It is crucial for us to have positive relationships with artists and outstanding relationships with our audiences. In fact Clear Channel has consistently played Britney Spears' music over the last 4 years, representing 34%, 33%, 33% and 36% of total airplay for 2000, 2001, 2002 and 2003, respectively.*
EDIT: * Source: Mediabase Airplay Monitor Service
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Brit stans tend to use the radio ban excuse to justify her floppage in Britney era.