JUST TWO MONTHS AWAY - MORNING SHOW BOOT CAMP, JUNE 10TH, 2013 –– Few people in the world understand the power or promotional value of a well executed promotion or stunt more than Paige Nienaber (left), of CPR Promotions who spreads his evil genius to over 100 top stations worldwide. At this years 25th Annual Morning Show Boot Camp in Chicago, he'll be joined by a panel of some of the industry's most creative minds for a look at 25 of the most amazing on-air feats of the last 25 years. Plus, first-hand get tips and techniques behind world-renown events such as "Breaking & Entering," "Win A Baby" and numerous others. Scheduled panelists include KyXy's Little Tommy Sablan (center) and Newcap's Steve Jones (right center) and Paul Kaye (far right)- Others TBA. It's happens on Friday, Aug. 9th at the Renaissance Hotel/Chicago. *
Is Today The Day For Apple's Radio Launch?
THE MOUTH, JUNE 4TH, 2013 –– Today's the day at the Worldwide Developer's Conference (WWDC) in San Francisco. With Apple now having reached deals with all three major music labels, it appears likely they'll unveil its free Internet radio service. Apple still has to work out deals with music publishers, Having already done so with Warner/Chappell, it all but assures the rest of the publishers will sign on soon. When Apple enters online radio, it will be difficult for companies like Spotify and Pandora to compete, said Laurence Isaac Balter, chief market strategist at Oracle Investment Research in a New York Times article. He said Apple will be at an advantage because it will have deeper control of the iPhone software and hardware, as well as more data about its own customers, than outside companies would, so that it can make smarter music recommendations for customers. Streaming music will also give customers a chance to listen to music they would otherwise never have heard before, and then perhaps buy the songs in iTunes, Mr. Balter said.
TV Host Calls Radio's Alex Jones An Idiot [VIDEO]
THE MOUTH, JUNE 10TH, 2013 –– Ever since the infamous Charlie Sheen, '2 And 1/2 Men' fiasco, the name Alex Jones, conspiracy theorist and syndicated radio host, began popping up more and more on national TV. You'll recall earlier this year when he got into a one-siding 15 minute shouting match with CNN's Piers Morgan while discussing gun control and The Sandy Hook school massacre. This past weekend, he went worldwide as he appeared across the pond on BBC's Sunday Politics with Alex Neil to discuss the recent meeting of Bilderberg group members. He told Neil that the creation of the euro was a "Nazi German plan", and that "Bilderberg is heavily involved in the EU plan" and "it is a Nazi plan", according to The Digital Spy. Guest David Aaronovitch, who has written on the subject, asked Jones If the group is so powerful why are you still alive?" Jones then claimed that he had received calls threatening to cut off his head off. Jones began to shout and Neil told him to "shut up" and that it was "not his own radio show". "I'm here to warn people. You keep telling me to shut up. This is isn't a game," shouted Jones, to which Neil said "You are the worst person I've ever interviewed." Then turning to the camera, Neil says "We have an idiot on the program." WATCH VIDEO
MOTION: Cumulus Appoints John Gallagher As VP/Market Manager For Toledo; Sarah Beebe Adds Celebrity News For Chio Show To Daily Duties
THE MOUTH, JUNE 10TH, 2013 –– Cumulus Media has appointed John Gallagher as Vice President and Market Manager for the Toledo, Ohio station cluster. Matt Spaulding, the current Vice President and Market Manager in Toledo, will move to the same role at the Cumulus cluster in Ann Arbor, MI. Most recently, Gallagher was Vice President of Sales for Cumulus stations in Kansas City. A recognized radio industry veteran, Gallagher was previously the Director of Sales for ABC Radio’s WJR-AM in Detroit and also a Market Manager for radio station clusters in Chicago. “I am excited about this new opportunity as part of the Cumulus family and look forward to working with our employees, advertisers and listeners in Toledo and Monroe,” Gallagher said. –––––––––––––Sarah Beebe (shown), Morning Show Producer for 101.5 KGB's Bob & Coe Show along with weekends on Channel 933, will add one more duty to her ever growing resume: News & Celebrity News for Chio in the Mornings on 95.7 KISS FM. PHOTO/Paul Savage Photography
More Contestants Compete For Hottest Women In Radio List
THE MOUTH, JUNE 10TH, 2013 –– Jockline Daily is once again lending a hand to contestants in WAPE/Jacksonville's Mark Kaye's "Hottest Girls In Radio" list. Looks like his inbox is getting quite a workout, too. If you don't have someone from your station or cluster participating, perhaps you can lend a hand to some of these fine contestants. Here are a few more to consider: Above (L-R) Kris Daniels, Morning Host "Daniels and Diaz" WQNU/Louisville, - Lady L
a - 101.5 Jamz/Phoenix - Brittany 107.9 KMLE/Phoenix - and Cassiday Kiss/Charlotte - (Right) 94.5 the Buzz/Houston's Theresa and Falen (far right) of 101.3 KDWB Minneapolis, co-host of The Dave Ryan Show. This years winner will receive a pair of Golden Headphones by Beats by Dre studded with Swarovski crystals. Nominations will be closed on Friday, June 14th, 2013. The “Hottest Women in Radio 2013″ will be revealed on Friday, June 28th, 2013. The winner will be chosen based on a combination of reader nominations and judges votes. You may cast one vote per email address. CLICK HERE to nominate ro to enter
Host Passes Out During Blood Donation Promotion [VIDEO]
THE MOUTH, JUNE 10TH, 2013 –– There's hardly a host alive who can't relate to Wally, of BSR Australia's Wally and Kel Show, who gave an on-air blood donation for a good cause, but apparently lack of sleep and a bad chair didn't go too well with the event. As part of a drive to encourage the local community to give blood to its Australian Red Cross Blood Service, he and his partner did a synchronized blood transfusion, however, during a commercial break, Wally become unresponsive and one of the nurses told staff that he had passed out for a short period of time. A fellow host back at the station said "The line went a little quiet during a commercial break. Fortunately, Wally awoke with about 20 seconds to go before the commercial break. Once to, he blamed "the chair and getting up a 4 o'clock in the morning." WATCH VIDEO
TERMS OF ENGAGEMENT? Slacker Radio Launches Trend Measuring Feature
THE MOUTH, JUNE 10TH, 2013 –– Slacker Radio has unveiled a new way to look at audience engagement: The Slacker EQ. According PC Magazine, The "Engagement Quotient" is based on an algorithm that crunches millions of data points generated whenever listeners stream their music. EQ then ranks songs on a scale ranging between one and 100. "Terrestrial radio works by call out research," said Jack Isquith (shown), Slacker's senior vice president of content programming and strategic development. "They play a 5-10 second hook of a whole bunch of songs and ask people 
their opinions. There's also a People Meter, a device you carry with you that tracks which songs are played." The Slacker Radio EQ will be the basis for a weekly chart on the Slacker blog that will showcase the top 40 songs on the service. Slacker Radio is also putting out a dedicated station that counts down the 40 most engaging songs every week. Isquith expects to see differences between what's topping other charts and what's trending in Slacker EQ.
Simon Cowell Egged By Former Show Contestant
THE MOUTH, JUNE 10TH, 2013 –– Leave it to a former Britain's Got Talent contestant who didn't make the cut to take aim at judge Simon Cowell--literally. Natalie Holt, a backup singer for the singing brothers Richard and Adam Johnson, rushed to center stage during their performance and began throwing eggs at Cowell. She was 
quickly overtaken by security. According to NME, she failed to make it past the bootcamp stage in 2012 so, apparently, decided to offer one last performance for the sometime caustic judge. She later released a statement saying: "I want to apologize to Richard and Adam for overshadowing their performance ... I basically took a stand against people miming on television and against Simon and his dreadful influence on the music industry." The show was eventually won by an Hungarian shadow dance troupe and was watched by a peak audience of 13.1 million. Richard and Adam came third despite Holt's interruption. Amazingly, both singers continued singing as Holt pelted Cowell with eggs. And she apparently was a pretty good aim. Cowell is seen at the close of the video removing clothing. WATCH VIDEO
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Adam Sandler & Chris Rock To Guest On Disney's 'Jesse' - [SEATTLE PI]
Chef Bobby Flay Cooks For Presidents In Rancho Mirage - [MY DESERT]
Christina Ricci To Play Lizzie Borden - [DEADLINE]
Among the many highlights of this year's 25th Annual Morning Show Boot In Chicago is a special panel made up of top hosts who have not only crossed the 25 year mark on the air, but have continued to thrive, year after year. Among those joining moderator Mike McVay (right) will be from left to right, Tom Griswold of The Bob & Tom Show, KyXy/San Diego's Jeff & Jer', Y98/St. Louis' Guy Phillips, 95.1/Rochester's Brother Wease. Others to be announced. MORNING SHOW BOOT CAMP is set for Aug. 8th & 9th At The Renaissance Hotel/Chicago.
Bobby Rich Headed To Arizona's Hall Of Fame
THE MOUTH, JUNE 7TH, 2013 –– Arizona's iconic morning host, Bobby Rich, of The Bobby Rich Show on Mix 94.9/Phoenix, has been inducted into the Arizona Broadcasters Association Hall of Fame. En route, he was able to do something not many others have: make it on the first run: Art Brooks, president of the Arizona Broadcasters Association, said "It is very rare to be inducted following the initial nomination." With past stints in San Diego, Seattle, Los Angeles and New York, Rich recently began his 20th anniversary year with the station having arrived there in 1993. His induction into the ABHOF will take place at its annual luncheon in Scottsdale on October 17. PHOTO/Mrs. Grant, Bobby Rich and Greg Curtis Wakefield.
LA TOYA JACKSON: "Paris Is Doing A Lot Better" [AUDIO]
THE MOUTH, JUNE 7TH, 2013 –– Mathew Blades (yes, it's spelled with one 't'), morning host at KMXP in Phoenix, AZ got an timely update on Paris Jackson from her aunt La Toya Jackson. With an assist from USRN, La Toya told Blades that Michael's daughter Paris is currently "doing a lot better,' amid reports that she was taken to the hospital on Wednesday, following a 
suicide attempt. She also warned that generally half-a-percent of what the media says about the Jackson family is true. She also weighed in on the real story between her and her Father's relationship. "I adore him," said La Toya, then quickly turned to promoting her upcoming reality TV Show on OWN, which is Oprah's Network. She said this will feature her and her father on a camping trip (still trying to get our head around that one). On a lighter note, Blades wondered what shows up on her caller ID when sister Janet calls and whether there was some secret name. La Toya said "Jan." That what they call Janet. Remember that next time JAN rings into your show. LISTEN TO AUDIO
KRBE's Roula & Ryan Trade Show Time For Funds To Help Families Of Firefighters Who Died In Tragic Fire
THE MOUTH, JUNE 7TH, 2013 ––– Tragic news out of Houston this week involved four firefighters who died when the roof collapsed on them in a 5 alarm motel fire and 13 others were critically injured. One lost both legs and the youngest firefighter was a 24 year old woman who JUST graduated from the Academy. It was only her 2nd fire. It has been titled the darkest day in the History of the Houston Fire Department. No sooner had the news broke before, Cumulus' KRBE's Roula And Ryan Show began taking bids in they they called "The World's Most Expensive Radio Segment" and we raised over $20,000!!!! People bid for time on a segment of our show. Roula tells Jockline Daily, "We took bids for 24 hours. People could call, text or email us with a legit bid to do a segment on our show and we donated all the money to the Houston Fire Department. PHOTO shown where nearly 30-40,000 attended.
Clear Channel Launches Largest Public Service Campaign in Company History To Help U.S. Military Vets Find Jobs
Biggest Names in Entertainment and Business Join Campaign to Support Hiring Vets and Bring Attention To Their Unemployment
THE MOUTH, JUNE 7TH, 2013 –– Clear Channel has announced the launch of i
HeartRadio’s Show Your Stripes, a company-wide community service initiative to address the issue of unemployment among U.S. military veterans and encourage businesses to hire skilled veterans. iHeartRadio’s Show Your Stripes – with the tagline “Hire Smart – Hire Vets” – is a long-term effort to help guide veterans back into civilian life by highlighting their valuable training and experience. It will include radio, digital and out-of-home public service announcements (PSAs) from the biggest names in entertainment and pop culture. To help deliver the message that hiring skilled veterans is a smart decision for businesses, iHeartRadio’s Show Your Stripes will engage iconic legends in music and pop culture. To launch the campaign, artists across all music and entertainment genres, including Elton John (shown), John Legend, Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley, Ryan Seacrest, Mario Lopez, Trace Adkins and LL Cool J have recorded a series of PSAs that showcase stories from veterans who have successfully found jobs. “It is a privilege for me to join Clear Channel in their efforts to assist the many men and women who have served in the military to find good jobs that use their expert skills and training when they return home,” said recording legend Elton John.
Delilah Dedicates Miley Cyrus Song To CBS This Morning's Charlie Rose
THE MOUTH, JUNE 7TH, 2013 –– In a clip from a recent CBS This Morning interview with Delilah, in which reporter Ben Tracy asked Delilah for a surprise song dedication for a “very special guy,” CBS This Morning host Charlie Rose. Tracy interviewed Delilah at her home near Seattle, Wash., described Rose as a hard-working guy who gets up very early and probably doesn’t get to do all the things he’d like to do. Delilah then jokingly suggested “She Works Hard For the Money” before selecting Miley Cyrus’ “The Climb” as her special dedication to Rose. Delilah is syndicated by Premiere Networks and heard by more than eight million weekly listeners on more than 200 radio stations, making her the most-listened-to woman on radio in the U.S.
Charla Corn Competes For Hottest Women In Radio
THE MOUTH, JUNE 7TH, 2013 –– As Jockline posted yesterday, no sooner had WAPE/Jacksonville's Mark Kaye taken over popcrunch.com's annual "Hottest Girls In Radio" list, did radio website's coast to coast start popping up nominees. As the industry's unofficial go-to site for lending a hand in this CRITICAL voting, Jockline Daily features our second in a series of recommendations: Ladies and gentlemen, meet Charla Corn (shown) of 959 The Ranch, Ft. Worth. If you don't have someone from your station or cluster participating, perhaps you can lend a hand to this fellow peep. This years winner will receive a pair of Golden Headphones by Beats by Dre studded with Swarovski crystals. Nominations will be closed on Friday, June 14th, 2013. The “Hottest Women in Radio 2013″ will be revealed on Friday, June 28th, 2013. The winner will be chosen based on a combination of reader nominations and judges votes. You may cast one vote per email address. Judging by Charla's photograph, you can see they grow them... TALL in Texas. HERE'S WHERE YOU ENTERPHOTO/FB-Earthgirl Photography
STAR 94'S SCOTT LINDY: "We Don't Have Announcers, We Have Entertainers"
THE MOUTH, JUNE 7TH, 2013 ––Star 94 Atlanta has just posted a rare opportunity for the right afternoon host. PD Scott Lindy tells Jockline Daily: "Personality radio is what makes Star 94 special. We don't do shifts, we do "shows!" We don't have announcers, we have "entertainers." PPM is a measuring stick, not a recipe." He adds "This one will go fast." As for the the kind of host they're looking for, they seek personality oriented performers that understand the busy life of Star 94’s young mom target listener and can talk to her the way her friends do are going to love pitching this extremely rare career upgrade. Plus, mastery of PPM techniques that go beyond the basics (it’s not about how short you make the break) and your powers to truly cultivate a relationship with the listener. Other requirements include Min. 5 years’ experience in large or major market live broadcast radio; Broadcast automation systems, audio editing (Pro Tools or equivalent). And Min. 3 years’ experience in the use of website content management systems and social media platforms (Facebook and Twitter essential). To apply go to atlantajobs@lincolnfinancialmedia.com Send your resume, three professional references, air-check, production samples, screen shots of social media content you’ve posted, and any other materials and ideas you can bring to the table that will continue to make Star 94 famous.
51 Years Ago: Beatles Make First Recording 'Love Me Do'
THE MOUTH, JUNE 7TH, 2013 –– Most people reading this were perhaps but a sparkle in your parent's eye when The Beatles made their first recording, Love Me Do. Ken Townsend, who assisted George Martin at this session on June 6, 1962, said in an interview at abbeyroad.com “They looked just like four peas in a pod and I could not tell one from the other for some while, except for Ringo when he took over from Pete Best on the 4th September session. As for the first song, he said in hindsight it was a toss-up between Love Me Do and Ask Me Why. What fascinated him was that none of the lyrics seemed to include words of more than four letters. Of interest, this session almost cut short. "After running through the songs, it was obvious we were getting distortion from the bass guitar. Norman Smith tried the usual remedy of reducing the level in the studio and cranking it up on the mixer, but to no avail. George Martin said if we could not find a solution, then he might have to abandon the session.
Townsend suggested a possible alternative of getting the large Tannoy speaker from Echo Chamber One and driving it with a Leak TL12 power Amp I had upstairs, which I was taking to Rome later that month for an operatic recording. By some miracle it worked. READ ENTIRE INTERVIEW HERE
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* Sessions/Speakers subject to change without notice.