THE MOUTH, APRIL 19TH, 2012 –– He got America hoppin' over 50 years ago on American Bandstand and from there crafted a media empire unlike any before. Sadly, the legendary Dick Clark passed away yesterday morning following a heart attack at 82. From the moment his passing was announced, fans and friends across the world began expressing their thoughts and memories, including some from his closest associates. Nick Verbitsky, Chairman/CEO of United Stations Radio Networks acknowledged him yesterday. Clark was a co-founder and shareholder in the company. Verbitsky, who has been partners with Clark since 1981 through two different incarnations of United Stations commented, "Dick was an icon to many, but a true friend, partner and mentor to those of us who worked closely with him." Ryan Seacrest, who's career has often been likened to Clark's, said: “I am deeply saddened by the loss of my dear friend Dick Clark. He has truly been one of the greatest influences in my life. I idolized him from the start, and I was graced early on in my career with his generous advice and counsel. When I joined his show in 2006 , it was a dream come true to work with him every New Year's Eve for the last 6 years. He was smart, charming, funny and always a true gentleman. Some, like the venerable host Cousin Brucie went live on Sirius XM Ch. 6 at 4:30 yesterday afternoon and stayed on LIVE until 1:20 a.m. He fielded calls from many of rock & roll's biggest stars. To use Barry Manilow's words from 'Bandstand's Boogie,' you gotta believe they're hoppin' in Heaven: "Hey Im makin my mark --- Gee, this joint is jumpin ... Hey, it's Mr. Dick Clark -- What a place you've got here." Photo: Boardwalk

Osmond & Shannon Remember Clark: "A No-Limo Kind of Guy"

THE MOUTH, APRIL 19TH, 2012 –– Gary McNamara & Eric Harley who host Cumulus Media's Red Eye Radio got a behind the scenes look into the life and career of Dick Clark yesterday from a couple of longtime friends of Clark. Donny Osmond, who used Larry King's line in best describing Clark, calling him "a no limo kind of guy. .. likeable and down to earth." Osmond, who along with his sister Marie once had a TV show produced by Clark, shared one of his more fond memories. He recalled the time when Dick intervened between he and Marie following a spat. Apparently, Clark noticed some friction between the two so he stopped the camera and hailed them both backstage. Fearing the worst, he walked up to the pair, put one hand on each of their shoulders and said gently, "Now children!" Scott Shannon who called in later was asked about Clark's early impact on music. "This guy was the gateway to millions of teenagers all across the country," said Shannon. "... he'd sit in his little room, just him and his producer ... and THEY would decide which records they were going to play. He owned 33 DIFFERENT COMPANIES in the music business!" Shannon noted. By the way, the announcer voice at the front of that piece is Ross Mathews. He was most recently the voice on Coast To Coast. LISTEN TO INTERVIEW HERE

Jennifer Lopez Not Sure About Returning To Next Season's Idol [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, APRIL 19TH, 2012 –– You'll recall all the rumbling last year prior to Jennifer Lopez's return to this year's American Idol. For awhile it appeared from some radio interviews that one season was enough. Well, start the rumor mill as she told yesterday's Bert Show, she still pondering the same issues again. And considering her recent divorce, perhaps there's more cause for a break. Of course, divorce and return to the show aside, what they really wanted to talk about was her steamy new video and what the song “Dance Again” really means to her. LISTEN TO AUDIO Photo:Lopez.com

Mike Huckabee Goes To Bat For Ted Nugent; Says Secret Service Have Their Own Issues [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, APRIL 19TH, 2012 –– The newly launched Mike Huckabee show was joined by embattled rocker Ted Nugent yesterday after coming under fire over his comments last weekend during an NRA gathering in St. Louis. Saying then if Obama were re-elected he'll either be dead or in jail by this time next year, quickly drew the attention of Secret Service who reportedly were going to investigate. On yesterday's show, he said he in no way meant to threaten anyone. Later, Huckabee defended his comments saying he didn't believe they were really threatening at all. He then added, the Secret Service had their own issues and some agents may need to be inoculated from a little Colombian Cat Scratch Fever.” LISTEN TO AUDIO HERE

$50,116.45 Check Draws Big Grins For Ace & TJ's Kids Drive

THE MOUTH, APRIL 19TH, 2012 –– Jersey Mike's Subs all over the Charlotte-area participated in the"Month Of Giving" in March with 100% of all of their cookies sold, plus 50% of all of their sales from the "Day Of Giving" went to Ace & TJ"s Grin Kids. Grin Kids is a charity started by the Ace & TJ show back in 2000 to take children from the area who are terminally ill or chronically disabled to DisneyWorld with their entire family. The total amount of the donation they presented on the Ace & TJ Show yesterday was $50,116.45!

First Lady Gets Radio's Ballentine A Trip To The White House

THE MOUTH, APRIL 19TH, 2012 –– On Thursday, April 19th, Syndication One News-Talk Network's talk show host Warren Ballentine will highlight an exclusive interview with First Lady Michelle Obama LIVE from the White House. The First Lady spoke with Warren about the ‘Joining Forces’ program that she and Jill Biden set up that assist our troops, veterans, and their families: “We want to make sure that we rally this country around our troops, veterans, and their families to make sure that we are giving them the kind of support that they are giving to this nation." In speaking about the special opportunity, Warren Ballentine stated: " Doing my show from the White House was such a great honor for me ... The First Lady is not only gracious, she is wise, funny, empathetic and truly in tune with the people of America. This is an experience that I will never forget!”

TOP NEWS FROM THE UK: Ed James Hit 10 Year Mark On Heart

By Graham Mack

THE MOUTH, APRIL 19TH, 2012 –– Heart West Midlands presenter (and Morning Show Boot Camp regular) Ed James has celebrated his 10th anniversary on Heart FM’s Breakfast show in the West Midlands with a lamb, a private plane and his face on a cake. Ed took over from Daryl Denham on the show in April 2002 and has co-hosted the morning slot with Hellon Wheels (Helen Kennedy), Sarah-Jane Mee and now Rachel New. Rachel got Ed a new lamb as a pet as a gift for reaching the milestone, while the station chartered a private jet for Ed. There was a champagne breakfast for the entire team in the studio yesterday morning too, while the 9am Time Tunnel feature was dedicated to Ed’s 10 years at Heart between 2002 and 2012.

TV Soap star Jennie returns to Key 103 - Coronation Street’s Jennie McAlpine is once again the guest presenter on Manchester’s Key 103 while regular morning co-host Chelsea takes a break. Coronation Street is Britain’s most watched prime time soap. She’s on the Breakfast Show with Mike Toolan. Better known as Fizz, Jennie will be reading the showbiz news, traffic and travel, and chatting with Toolan. It was September 2009 when Jennie last covered on the show, along with fellow Coronation Street actress Michelle Keegan.

Radio 1 Starts the Summer live in Torbay - BBC Radio 1 is kick starting the summer with a festival, Live in Torbay on Saturday 19 May. Radio 1 and Radio regulars Chris Moyles, Fearne Cotton, Zane Lowe, Pete Tong, Annie Mac, Mistajam and Danny Howard will be celebrating the beginning of the summer season with a live broadcast from Paignton, Torbay in Devon. Alongside the Radio 1 team, there will be performances from Example, Jaguar Skills and Eric Prydz. The event will be broadcast live on BBC Radio 1 and Radio 1Xtra from 4pm – 11pm. 8,000 tickets will be available.

Capital FM announces Summertime Ball 2012 - Global Radio’s Capital FM network has revealed details of this year’s Summertime Ball. The event will take place on 9th June at Wembley Stadium, although no acts for the concert have been announced yet. Capital FM Summertime Ball will be sponsored by Vodafone this year with customers of the mobile phone network and the station’s VIP website subscribers getting advanced access to ticket sales from this Saturday. They go on general sale from next Monday. A donation from the proceeds of the event goes to the station’s charity appeal, Help A Capital Child.

Graham Mack is a UK journalist and broadcaster with a daily newstalk show on the BBC. Reach him by CLICKING HERE

More Radio Worth Seeing: Rumble Fills Listener's Bucket List [VIDEO]

THE MOUTH, APRIL 19TH, 2012 –– Jockline Daily invited readers to share some creative ways they're adding video to their shows. Got this from WNOR/Norfolk's Rumble. He told us "We're working on a new bit where we help listeners accomplish something from their bucket list. This week, we drove out into the country so listener Leanne could milk a cow. BTW, We shoot video for the website, edit the audio for air, and in this case made a pending client out of the farm. Next episode, Monster Truck Rides. WATCH VIDEO HERE

Time's 100 Most Inflential People of 2012

[YAHOO]

One Direction Plan To Keep Name Despite Legal Challenge - [THE SUN]

HE'S BACK: George Lopez Returns For New Dating Show On Fox - [THE WRAP]

UH OH: Charlie Sheen's 'Anger Management' Face $50 Mil. Suit - [HOLLYWOOD.COM]

"Biggest Loser's" Becoming "Biggest Quitters" - [THE STIR]

Sirius XM Launches "Luther (Vandross) Radio - [PRN]

Demi Moore Wants Your Help With Her Twitter Name - [BITTEN & BOUND]

Gavin Newsom Geting Own Talk Show - [LA TIMES]

TRAILERS WE LOVE: 'Magic Mike' - [E!] 'Madea's Witness Protection' - [COMING SOON]

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Station Fails To Halt Former Hosts' Online Show

THE MOUTH, APRIL 18TH, 2012 –– As more sidelined shows take their talent to the web, here's a story that could very well be a landmark case. According to vindy.com, Judge Charles E. Brown of Stark County Common Pleas Court denied an injunction request by WDJQ-FM/Canton, which sought to halt the former hosts who launched their own online show. Pat DeLuca and Charlotte DiFranco who left the station in February had since started theradiosucks.com WDJQ called this a violation of their noncompete clause. Steve Okey of the Canton-based Okey Law Firm, who represented the hosts told vindy.com, “It’s definitely a first-of-its-kind thing ... I’ve found no cases like this anywhere in the country.” DeLuca and DiFranco hosted the top-rated DeLuca In The Morning on WDJQ-FM show for the past six years, but left in February after failed contract negotiations. Photo: DeLuca

White Trash Tweet Delivers #2 Trending Topic In The World For Dave Ryan Show

THE MOUTH, APRIL 18TH, 2012 –– For what is probably the first time in the history of Twitter, a morning radio show started what became the number two trending topic in the WORLD. Tuesday morning, Dave Ryan of KDWB, Minneapolis, was talking to his co-hosts Falen and Crisco (shown above) about a woman who left her baby in her car while getting lottery tickets and Mountain Dew and Dave suggested people Tweet #whitetrashpeopleproblems. They started a few of their own such as, "NASCAR and WWE are on at the same time" or "The Neighbors keep calling the police because my dog barks all the time." Within minutes they were the number four trending topic in Minneapolis. Within an hour, they were number one in the US! And within 90 minutes, it was the number two trending topic IN THE WORLD! They were beat out only by a topic about the boy band "One Direction." Dave was super-excited about it, saying, "We totally didn't expect it, but it's apparently a topic everyone can relate to and laugh at." "Did it make you any money or have a pay-off?" asked Jockline Daily. "Nope," said Dave. "I don't know how to monotize that, but our bosses, Gregg Swedberg and Rich Davis were pretty happy and offered to buy the show lunch at Culver's. So that's good, right?" Right you are, Dave. Right you are.

Boortz Defends TV's Beckel Following "You Don't Know What The F--- Your Talking About" Flap [VIDEO]

THE MOUTH, APRIL 18TH, 2012 –– Neal Boortz welcomed Herman Cain on his radio show yesterday while broadcasting from The Heritage Foundation in Washington D.C. Cain invited Boortz to speak at his “Cain’s Solutions Revolution” rally on Capitol Hill. The two friends discussed the Buffet Rule, tax reform, Cain’s upcoming meeting Romney, and more. Boortz then appeared on Fox News’ Hannity last night. While covering several topics on the show’s Great American Panel, fellow panelist Bob Beckel told Tea Partier Jennifer Stefano “You don’t know what the F—you’re talking about.” Beckel, who wasn’t aware they were on the air, apologized immediately. Boortz kidded, “This thing about me guesting on The Five? Maybe I'd better rethink that.” Yesterday on his nationally syndicated show, Boortz defended Beckel (one liberal Boortz is very fond of) by saying, “Beckel apologized. It was a heartfelt apology and it should be enough.” WATCH VIDEO HERE

GREENBERG JOINS RIPA: "I Want Every Girl That Ever Ignored Me In High School To Tune In" [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, APRIL 18TH, 2012 –– You have to appreciate the love ABC's 'Live With Kelly" gives to radio peeps. ESPN Radio's Mike Greenberg, of The Mike & Mike Show, a former candidate in "Men of Radio Contest," will co-host with Kelly this morning beginning at 9 AM Et. Yesterday, she rang up the duo and co-host Mike Golic warned, "The one thing you'll have to worry about is that he'll doll up ... He'll probably have on more make-up than you." Upon hearing that Olivia Wilde will guest, he joked, "I want every girl that ever ignored me in high school to tune in tomorrow." Kelly snapped back, "You think we'll get a boost in the ratings when all those girls who were mean to you in high school tune in?" LISTEN TO AUDIO HERE

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NAB Crystal Award Winners Announced

THE MOUTH, APRIL 18TH, 2012 –– The National Association of Broadcasters has named 10 winners of the NAB Crystal Radio Awards. Since 1987, the NAB Crystal Radio Awards have recognized radio stations for their outstanding year-round commitment to community service. The 2012 NAB Crystal Radio Award recipients listed below were chosen among 50 finalists who were honored at yesterday's NAB Show Radio Luncheon. They included: KBOW-AM Butte, MT KVOE-AM Emporia, KS, KCVM-FM Cedar Falls, IA, KYW-AM KNDE-FM College Station, TX, WKRQ-FM Cincinnati, OH, KNOM-AM Nome, AK, WREW-FM Cincinnati, OH, KTMY-FM Minneapolis-St. Paul, MN, WSOY-AM Decatur, IL. Yesterday's luncheon also featured a presentation of the NAB Crystal Heritage Award to KUZZ-FM Bakersfield, CA and a keynote address from entertainer Donny Osmond; Major League Baseball announcer Bob Uecker was also inducted into the Hall of Fame. The luncheon was sponsored by ASCAP.

BUSINESS: Cumulus And Nielsen Deepen Relationship

Agreement Now Includes Nielsen's Music Monitoring & Research Services

THE MOUTH, APRIL 18TH, 2012 –– Cumulus Media and Nielsen announced the companies have expanded their relationship to include Cumulus stations using Nielsen's premiere music monitoring service, Broadcast Data Systems, in addition to sales representation. This agreement builds on long-standing collaboration between the two companies. "Our stations need the most reliable research and this arrangement with Nielsen accomplishes that and allows us to continue providing the most compelling content on radio,' said Dennis Green, Senior Vice President of Cumulus Media. "Cumulus selecting Nielsen BDSradio as its monitoring service is a testament to our commitment to quality services and insights and we couldn't be prouder," said Howard Appelbaum, President, Entertainment, for Nielsen. Nielsen Broadcast Data Systems provides music research and monitoring services for the entertainment industry including Nielsen BDSradio, the only strategic tool designed for radio programmers. Nielsen BDS captures more than 100 million song detections annually on more than 1,900 radio stations, satellite and video channels in 176 markets across North America.

Stars Come Out For Tim Castelli's CCME Welcome Party

Following this week's announcement of CCME's new marketing team, pictures of the event soon followed. On Monday
night, Bob Pittman - Clear Channel CEO - and John Hogan - Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Chairman and CEO - hosted a welcome party for Tim Castelli, the new President of National Sales, Marketing and Partnerships for Clear Channel Media and Entertainment at NY's Top of the Standard. Guest attendees included Ryan Seacrest, Martha Stewart, Karmin, Fredric Fekkai and an array of other business leaders and advertising partners. Photo Credit: Matt Karas for Clear Channel. Shown above, Bob Pittman, Ryan Seacrest, Martha Stewart nd Tim Castelli.

DIAMOND: "...So Close I Almost Got Clocked By The Wing"

THE MOUTH, APRIL 18TH, 2012 –– The Space Shuttle 'Discovery' is the oldest shuttle in the fleet. 39 missions into space including the 100th flight, and the next flight after the two tragic shuttle accidents. Discovery is also the shuttle that carried and put the Hubble telescope into orbit. "Most who have flown her say she is their favorite of the fleet as well," says MIX 107.3 D.C.'s Jack Diamond who's also a camera buff. Yesterday he headed to Dulles Airport to snap a few photos of the heroic bird who'll be housed on permanent display in The National Air and Space Museum at Dulles. "I was so close to the 747 and the shuttle, I almost got clocked by the wing! Can you imagine the commotion if I HAD been knocked out by the 747 wing? The pilot would have had to pull over. We would exchange insurance cards and personal info," said Diamond. He added "I want to thank NASA for the amazing aerial show that SO many saw in Washington, DC today, as Space Shuttle Discovery flew to her new home at the National Air and Space Museum. I can't even begin to put into words my unbridled American pride at the sight, the thoughts of all the brave men and women involved in the project, and tears of sorrow for those lost. Standing
on the tarmac at Dulles, overcome by so many emotions, I could barely hold my camera. Just one picture
for now. An album later. Welcome home Discovery!"

Celebrities Go At It Again On 'Jeopardy'

Lewis Black, Dr. Oz Anderson Cooper Included

THE MOUTH, APRIL 18TH, 2012 –– Comedian Lewis Black? Anderson Cooper? Chris Wallace? Dr. Oz? Even Kareem Abdul Jabber? Yup, ABC's "Jeopardy is planning its special "Power Player's" edition for May 14 - 18th and for only the third time ever will let popular journalists, newscasters and others match wits with hopes of sending money to their favorite charity. One can't help but bring to mind those infamous SNL "Celebrity Jeopardy" skits, but we're hoping the categories will be a bit more challenging. According to ABC News Radio, the celebs will compete for a minimum of $50,000 per game to be donated to the charity of their choice. Contestants who don’t win will still earn $10,000 for their organizations. Other guests include Dana Perino Fox News Channel, Chuck Todd NBC News, Kelly O’Donnell
NBC News, Chris Matthews, MSNBC Hardball and NBC The Chris Matthews Show.

MOVERS/WAKERS: Brandi Garcia Tapped For Middays on KDAY/LA; Becka Heard Again In Omaha

THE MOUTH, APRIL 18TH, 2012 –– Former 97.9 The Box/Houston's Brandi Garcia (shown) takes over middays at KDAY/LA. Other past stops have included San Francisco, Las Vegas, Palm Springs, Huntsville, Tallahassee and now Los Angeles. Brandi's also a very popular Club jock who's opened for Jay-Z, Drake, Ludacris, 50 Cent and more. --------- Tom Becka joins KKAR/The Mighty 1290 Omaha to host a two-hour afternoon talk show. He also serves as morning host and PD for their KRWK-FM News/Talk in the Fargo-Moorhead market. This allows Becka to be heard again in Omaha where he formerly worked at KFAB-AM.-----WRWD-FM/Poughkeepsie, NY, adds Tommy Lee Walker for mornings. He follows CJ McIntyre and Dianne Zanin.

Tom Petty Gets His Guitars Back - [TOM PETTY]

Britany Spears A Little Afraid of Simon Cowell - [THE HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP]

Kimmy For Mayor? Glendale Council Member Extends Offer - [OTRC]

Sharon Osbourne Says Simon Cowell Has A Small Wanker - [BUZZFEED]

Justin Timberlake Launched Home Collection Line - [SHE KNOWS]

'Shahs of Sunset' Gets Second Season - [THR]

People Still Talking About Christina Aquilera's Fish Net & Leotards On 'The Voice' - [POP CRUNCH]

Enrique Iglesias To Tour With J-LO - [CELEBUZZ]

UH OH: Lawsuit Accuses 'The Bachelor' of Racial Discrimination - [THE WRAP]

Howie Mandel To Host NBC's New "White Elephant" Game Show - [THR]

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