SCOTT SHANNON ADDED TO "25 CLUB!"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 (far right) will be from left to right, WPLJ/New York's Scott Shannon, 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.
More Fallout From Steve Gleason Bit; Cable Channel Drops Fired Host's Show
THE MOUTH, JUNE 20TH, 2013 –– Add TV to the list of lost ties for one of three hosts cut from 790 The Zone/Atlanta following its Steve Gleason, ALS bit. According to The AJC's Rodney Ho, Cable network CSS has also decided to end Nick Cellini's (right) weekly sports show. In a statement by CSS, they wrote: “We apologize to our viewers who were offended by the grossly inappropriate and insensitive comments made during Monday’s simulcast airing of 790 The Zone’s Mayhem in the AM program, and want to make clear that the opinions and actions of the radio hosts do not reflect those of our network. In addition to prohibiting these commentators from appearing in any future simulcasts, Nick Cellini will no longer be appearing on presentations of Dantanna’s Late Shift.” CSS will continue to air whatever morning show the Zone chooses to air." Meanwhile, Ho says Steak Shapiro's "Atlanta Eats" weekly show on CBS and Peachtree TV is still moving forward as of yesterday, although he and the other Mayhem hosts are off CBS's "Sportsline" show on Saturdays.
105.5/Baltimore's Ed Norris Returns To Work Two Months Following Motorcycle Injury
THE MOUTH, JUNE 20TH, 2013 –– We're happy to report that 105.7 The Fan/Baltimore's, Ed Norris (shown left), one half of The Norris and Davis Show" has returned to work following a motorcycle wreck back in April (see JD/April 25) that left him seriously injured. According to CBS/Baltimore, even though he’s still injured and in some pain, he says it is good to be back talking sports on “The Norris & Davis Show.” “I was a little nervous coming back at first, it’s been almost two months. How I was going to do it? Energy be up, would I be strong enough to do the show? I felt fine,” Norris said. On April 24, Norris was on his motorcycle when he swerved to avoid colliding with a box truck. He was flown by medevac to Shock Trauma. Doctors told the former cop, he was not only he lucky to be alive, but he’s lucky he wasn’t paralyzed in the accident. Norris sustained “head/brain injuries, broken ribs and a broken shoulder,” Norris said.
MOTION: Mikey's Going To Rock All Night; Cruz To Program 95.7 San Diego; Justin Chase Named VP/Prog. For Beasley; Foxx Crosses To WSIX Nashville
THE MOUTH, JUNE 20TH, 2013 –– Longtime San Diego morning host, Mike Esparza, aka, Mikey has announced he'll host of the newly syndicated show 'Rock All Night,' a late night program on Envisage Broadcasting. It will air from 9pm-3am PT, 12am-6am ET. Fellow vet, Russ Mottla, will join him. He said on Facebook: "Coast to coast and back on 
the mic!!!" –––– 95.7 KISS FM (KSSX) has named Louie Cruz (shown) its PD. He most recently served as Program Director at KKBB-FM in Bakersfield. Cruz also previously served as a board member for the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. “I’ve crafted a definitive style within the Rhythmic AC format, one that has a Top 40 approach but doesn’t stray from what makes this format unique,” said Cruz. ––––––––– Beasley Broadcast Group, Inc. has promoted Justin Chase to VP of 
Programming. In this newly created position, Chase will oversee Beasley's forty-plus radio stations. Most recently, Justin served as OP's Mgr. for Beasley's stations in Las Vegas –––––– –––––WRVW-FM/Nashville's Ashlee Foxx (shown) moves to co-owned country WSIX-FM for nights. She follows Dean Warfield, who left back in January, 2012 as the shift gave way to voice-tracking. ––––––––– Good Parts Media has announced the acquisition of its 100th affiliate! More impressive still: the parent company of The Hookup, Mr. Prep and The Locker Room prep services has hit this milestone in only its second year of doing business. Props to rep' Debbie Greenbaum, VP, Director of Syndication. Congratulate her at 310-204-4560,
WOOD Transforms Into Gary Allen Radio To Commemorate 32 Yr. Run And Last Day
THE MOUTH, JUNE 20TH, 2013 –– Grand Rapid's WOOD Radio is transforming into Gary Allen Radio from 5a-5pm as they celebrate as they celebrate the 32 year, storied career of West Michigan's longest-serving Morning Radio Host. Gary's last day as morning host of West Michigan's Morning News is Friday. Throughout the day, community leaders, elected officials (present and past), numerous local media figures, loyal sponsors...and several SURPRISE guests will join us on-air in a salute and roast to Gary Allen! Among the many guests include: Congressman Bill Huizenga, consultant Greg Moceri and Kevin Matthews. Many other "surprise" guests are expected throughout the day.
Star 94.1/San Diego's Jesse Lozano Officiates First-Ever Bacon Themed Wedding [VIDEO]
THE MOUTH, JUNE 20TH, 2013 –– Here's a story that will have you salivating. It was a wedding of epic porkportions created by Star 94.1 FM San Diego's Jesse Lozano, one half of the Jesse & Delana Morning Show. He officiated the first-ever bacon-themed wedding Sunday, June 16 at San Diego's County Fair. The bride and groom, Adrienne Dunvan and Eddie Quinones, were showered in bacon bits as they took their first steps as husband and wife in a real wedding that celebrated their love of pig candy. The newlyweds will enjoy a five-night bacon honeymoon package to Pigtown, Baltimore. It's fair to assume, that everyone pigged out at the reception. WATCH VIDEO
KISW's BJ Shea & Producer Steve Get A Workout On TV [VIDEO]
THE MOUTH, JUNE 20TH, 2013 –– Boot Camp regulars BJ Shea and Steve Migliore of KISW/Seattle are well known for their radio antics, but yesterday they got quite a workout on KING 5, the local NBC Affiliate. Yesterday they were featured on 'New Day Northwest' on KING 5 (NBC affiliate), during its Hot Topics segment. As if that weren't enough, they walked over for its next segment where they took part in a Tai Chi class (BJ at right in black - Steve in checkered shirt, center). Tai Chi combines slow, fluid movements with controlled breathing for a workout that's both beautiful and beneficial. Tai Chi instructor Viola (center) and several of her students invited BJ Shea and Steve the Producer to join for the fun. We're contemplating asking BJ and Steve to lead Morning Show Boot Campers at this year's 25th event in a similar exercise. Stay tuned. WATCH HOT TOPICS –– WATCH TAI CHI WORKOUT
TOP STORIES FROM THE UK - By Graham Mack
Englishmen Invade New York
THE MOUTH, JUNE 20TH, 2013 –– The UK was well represented at this week’s the New York Festivals “World’s Best Radio Programs” Gala in Manhattan. London production company, TBI Media won one of just two Grand Trophies and eight other awards including four Golds. The BBC was responsible for 32 awards spread out between the corporation and independent program makers, including 1 Xtra winning a Gold for Best Music Special with The Story of Guru, BBC Radio Leeds won a Silver for Major at the Music Hall and a Bronze for Death Row: A Journey from West Yorkshire to the Execution Chambers of America with Liz Green. BBC Radio 2’s Johnnie Walker tied with Graham Mack for the top award in the category “Best Presenter: Local Market”.
Mayor on the Air - The Mayor of London Boris Johnson is joining London’s talk station, LBC with his own phone-in show. The Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg already has a weekly show, Thursday mornings during the last hour of Nick Ferrari’s breakfast show. Now Boris Johnson will do the same but on a monthly basis, on a Tuesday. “Ask Boris” starts on Tuesday 2nd July from 9am.
TalkSPORT confirms new Keys and Gray gig - Richard Keys and Andy Gray have presented their last daily show for talkSPORT as they move to a new weekly slot. The former Sky Sports TV duo will host a new Friday night show with previews of all of the weekend’s football (soccer) games live from the start of the 2013/2014 season.
They’ll also continue to host live football commentaries for the station. Rumours started last week that Keys and Gray had left the station, moving to a new TV deal in Qatar.
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George Jone's Film In The Works
THE MOUTH, JUNE 20TH, 2013 –– It's been said, there's perhaps never been a bigger star in country than the late George Jones. Now comes word that his life story is making its way to the big screen. According to aceshowbiz.com, Chris Corabi from 28 Entertainment has closed a deal with Jeff Rosen, on behalf of George and wife Nancy Jones, for story rights for a movie project. Dennis L. Baxter will pen and produce, alongside Jay Hoffman and Brian A. Hoffman. Nancy will be involved too in the production as an executive producer. "Over the years we have been approached to make George's life into a feature film, but it was not until Dennis Baxter became involved that we were confident the story could be told accurately," Nancy said. Co-producer Hoffman said, "George's career is one of the most celebrated of country music legends, and we feel it is important to tell his story for fans and music lovers around the world. We are huge fans of George and his music and look forward to working closely with Nancy as we bring his life to the big screen." Jones died on April 26 in Nashville at the age of 81.
Buble Performs At CCME & Medialink VIP Dinner In France
THE MOUTH, JUNE 20TH, 2013 –– This week Clear Channel Media and Entertainment and MediaLink hosted an intimate VIP Dinner, featuring a special performance by fun. and Michael Buble in Antibes, France, during the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of Clear Channel; John Hogan, CEO of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment and Michael Kassan, CEO of MediaLink hosted the party at the Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc. fun. and Michael BublŽ ended the evening with a first time collaboration performance of Elvis Presley's "Suspicious Minds" Other guest attendees included Sean 'Diddy' Combs; Nas; Ariana Huffington; Kim Armstrong; Desiree Gruber; Ira Barkoff, Sir Martin Sorrell, CEO of WPP; Michael Roth, CEO of IPG; and an array of other business leaders and advertising partners. SHOWN: L/R - Peter Gray, Warner Bros Records; Tim Castelli, President of National Sales, Marketing and Partnerships, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment; John Hogan, CEO of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment; Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment; Michael Buble; Bob Pittman, CEO, Clear Channel; John Sykes, President of Entertainment Enterprises, Clear Channel. PHOTO/ Didier Baverel for Getty Images
Stars React To James Gandolfini's Death
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MSBC XXV CHICAGO: FINAL DAY To Enter Your Picks For "The 25 Most Influential Personalities Of Last 25 Years"
if you would like to nominate candidates for the top 25 most influential list, THIS IS YOUR LAST CHANCE TO ENTER NAMES. Full list coming soon, EMAIL US HERE. PLEASE ENTER "TOP 25 MOST INFLUENTIAL" IN SUBJECT LINE. All formats included.
Carson Daly's Roll Expands At CBS With Launch Of Two New National Shows
THE MOUTH, JUNE 13, 2013 –– He already serves as host of 97.1 AMP Radio’s popular morning show broadcast live weekdays from Los Angeles, but now Carson Daly will bring his enthusiasm for music to listeners across the country with the launch of two new weekly Pop countdown programs beginning on Saturday, July 6. THE DALY DOWNLOAD WITH CARSON DALY – THIS WEEK’S TOP 30 will make its debut on more than 70 CBS RADIO and Cumulus stations, including outlets in 8 of the Top 10 and all of the Top 5 markets in the United States. Cumulus Media Networks will manage affiliate relations and sales for THE DALY DOWNLOAD. “I’m a self-professed radio guy and an avid music enthusiast,” said Carson. “Music has been my passion since I was a kid and it’s certainly been the through-line of my career. I feel at home on the radio and look forward to connecting with new listeners by highlighting the top songs around the country. I’m happy to continue my collaboration with CBS RADIO, and I’m excited for the opportunity to work with Cumulus Media Networks.”
'America’s Morning Show” On NASH FM 94.7 Debuts This Thursday
THE MOUTH, JUNE 19TH, 2013 –– Cumulus announces “America’s Morning Show” on “America’s Country Station” NASH FM 94.7 debuts this Thursday, June 20. The show will air live on NASH FM, New York City’s only Country format radio station, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. ET weekdays. The New York market radio program will originate live from Nashville before a studio audience, with frequent broadcasts from NASH FM 94.7 studios in New York City. Host Blair Garner will be joined by co-hosts Terri Clark, Sunny Sweeney, Chuck Wicks and Lee Ann Womack with HLN anchor Robin Meade anchoring news updates. The all-star cast from “America’s Morning Show” joins existing on-air personalities Kelly Ford and Jesse Addy on NASH FM 94.7.“We've been getting ready for the big moment when we join fans live in New York and finally the dream is about to come true and the cast and I can't wait to share it,” Garner said. “We're like kids the night before Christmas. We can barely contain ourselves. It's that kind of excitement with all of us. Breathe in, breathe out. We're almost there!”
CBS Atlanta Terminates Deal With 790 The Zone In Wake Of Hosts' Firing; Gleason Accepts Apologies
THE MOUTH, JUNE 19TH, 2013 –– In the wake of this week's firing of Steve "Steak" Shapiro, Chris Dimino and Nick Cellini at Atlanta 790/The Zone, CBS Atlanta has terminated its arrangement with with the station. According to The AJC's Rodney Ho, GM Trey Fabacher said the trio were the primary talent on the hour-long weekly Saturday evening "CBS Atlanta Sportsline" program at 7 p.m. Without them, he said, CBS Atlanta had grounds to end the arrangement. Plans are now reportedly underway to hire a new sports director in the next few weeks. Meanwhile, Steve Gleason released his own statement yesterday and accepted the apologies of the fired hosts, stating "... the DJs have provided genuine apology. Received and accepted. We have all made mistakes in this life. How we learn from our mistakes is the measure of who we are." During the segment, two of the on-air personalities took a call from a third host who pretended to be Gleason using a robotic voice and telling a series of jokes and eventually asked the two others to do him a favor by smothering him.
FIRED HOST: If I Were Listening In A Car, I Would Have Been Offended [VIDEO]
THE MOUTH, JUNE 19TH, 2013 –– Steak Shapiro (shown), one of three hosts fired from Atlanta's 790/The Zone following it's bit mocking a former NFL players who suffers from ALS, admits he too would have been offended If he had been listening from his car. In an interview with CNN's Brooke Baldwin, he said "You walk a fine line trying to be somewhat on the edge," Shapiro said. "We blew it. We blew it in a huge way." He explained that it all started as the show's crew tossed around ideas during a break. The Falcons and Saints are big rivals and it turned out that Steve Gleason, the ex-Saint who now battles ALS, had been the guest writer for Peter King's column in this weeks SI.com. They decided to spoof Gleason's illness, specifically, the fact he speaks with a synthetic voice and featured punchlines with knock-knock jokes "Smother me, do me a favor." Shapiro offered no defense for the segment. "The pressure is to try to do a good radio show, and that wasn't a good moment," Shapiro said. "It was a horrible moment." WATCH VIDEO
Fred Jacobs Weighs In Atlanta Mayhem: "Another Black Mark On The Industry"
THE MOUTH, JUNE 19TH, 2013 –– Make now mistake about it: when it comes to great talent and content, there's no bigger fan or supporter than consultant, researcher and visionary Fred Jacobs (shown), of the Detroit based, Jacobs Media. No sooner had the yesterday's news that “Mayhem In The Morning” was given the ax by Lincoln Financial’s 790 The Zone/Atlanta he penned in his latest blog "Stupid DJ Tricks." "The story really isn’t about whether they should have been suspended, fired, or disciplined," he writes "What makes this disaster “news” is that it keeps happening. Again and again." He adds "Now we’ve all been there – a morning show, DJ, or talk host goes off, does something embarrassing – and management is left to clean up the mess, apologize, or give out the old wink and a slap on the wrist. And because so many stations push talent to be more outrageous, crossing the line is always a possibility that many PDs and managers accept and face. But in the case of this latest incident, you have to wonder why radio programmers cannot get out in front of these problems before they go nuclear. In this case, you have a former NFL player (and his family) that have been terribly offended, the New Orleans community (where he played) up in arms, a station in turmoil, and a morning show suddenly out of work ... beyond that, another black mark on an industry that has become too famous for tasteless, moronic, offensive humor. That’s the part that you don’t see. READ ENTIRE BLOG HERE
Fred Jacobs leads the highly anticipated "The Motor City Invades Boot Camp" session at this year's 25th Annual MSBC In Chicago.
MISS UTAH: "I Had An Oh C*#p Moment [AUDIO]
THE MOUTH, JUNE 19TH, 2013 –– Nationally syndicated radio hosts Johnjay and Rich had an exclusive radio interview with one of Miss USA’s top 15 contestants, Marissa Powell (Miss Utah). By now you, and the rest of the world, have seen the video of when Miss Utah was asked a confusing question about the state of women’s salaries in the economy, Marissa's response to the question was even more confusing and vague (and made all of us very uncomfortable!) With an entire nation watching Powell unravel on stage and melt under pressure, it was unavoidable for Johnjay and Rich to bring up Powell’s claim to fame. Marissa was asked what was going on in her mind when she was asked the question, and she responded:“I was so caught up in the moment…I didn’t process it, before I spoke and that was my problem there. I just started speaking. Because, I don’t know, the nerves and everything. The adrenaline of being Miss USA and being at Miss USA was just so cool.” (the above question and answer occurs at 2:42 into the interview). When asked if she thought she would have won the whole thing if it wasn't for that question, Marissa admits that she “wishes” that should could’ve changed her renowned “OH-CRAP” moment, but says she plans to make the best of it , “own it and laugh about it.” (this question is asked at 6:51 into the interview) LISTEN TO AUDIO PHOTO/ Georgina Vaughan- missusa.com
MOTION: Changes In Charlotte; Dial Global Drafts Former NFL Executive, Furman, As Its Chief Revenue Officer
THE MOUTH, JUNE 19TH, 2013 –– CBS Charlotte's WKQC announced that Phil Harris will serve as host of morning drive begriming Monday, July 1. Harris crosses from middays on WLYT, a position he held since 2000. Current K104.7 morning show host Todd Baker (shown left) now heads to it's CBS affiliate, 100.5/KZZO-FM in Sacramento. Op's Mgr. John Reynolds said Todd has done an amazing job for us on 
K104.7. We are glad he has the opportunity to return to his home state of California and stay within the CBS RADIO family.” Todd says "Moving on from Charlotte is bittersweet. I've had tremendous support from the community and station management, and enjoyed getting to know the listeners. I wish them nothing but the best in the future.––––––– Across town at WBT-AM, longtime host, John Hancock, is moving from early evenings to afternoon drive as he swaps places with Brad Krantz and Britt Whitmire. Hancock first arrived in Charlotte back in 1990 where he did mornings. In 1996 he moved to afternoons. After a brief departure to The End/106.5 he returned to WBT in 2001. ––––– Dial Global announced today that Ronald Furman will join the company as Chief Revenue Officer. Furman comes to Dial Global from Insignia Sports/Entertainment where he served as EVP/Managing Director. Furman comes to Dial Global from Insignia Sports/Entertainment where he served as EVP/Managing Director. While there, Furman led the go-to-market strategies across integrated television, digital, mobile, technology, social, event, live-game, and activation platforms for multiple content properties, including The Pro Football Hall Of Fame, The NFL Alumni Association, various NFL teams.
Envision Adds 'Into Tomorrow' with Dave Graveline To Lineup
THE MOUTH, JUNE 19TH, 2013 –– Envision Radio Networks has announced the addition of Into Tomorrow with Dave Graveline to their news/talk programming line-up. The weekly three-hour program, hosted by 30-year radio veteran Dave Graveline, covers the latest in consumer electronics and technology in an easy to understand broadcast for listeners. Now in its 18th year, Into Tomorrow airs on over 180 radio stations on the Envision Talk Network. “We are proud to be a part of the growing Envision Radio Networks family,” said Dave Graveline, Host & Executive Producer of Into Tomorrow. “We’re pleased to be part of their commitment to provide outstanding programs and after 18 years covering the latest in Consumer Tech, that is exactly our goal as well! And …we are very Affiliate-friendly”.
Team Blake Strikes Again; 16 Yr. Old Danielle Bradbery Takes Honors On 'The Voice'
THE MOUTH, JUNE 19TH, 2013 –– Looks like Blake Shelton has the midas touch when it comes to picking future stars. For the third time in as many seasons, another one of his picks was crowned this season's winner on NBC's 'The Voice." She topped Usher's Michelle Chamuel and Shelton's other act, the Swon Brothers who came in third. Previous Shelton winners were season two’s Jermaine Paul and last season’s Cassadee Pope. Danielle Bradbery at 16 is the youngest vocalist to win ‘The Voice.’ The sho
w returns this fall with the return of coaches Christina Aguilera and CeeLo Green joining Shelton and Levine. Last night's show also featured the long awaited return of Cher, who still has viewers wondering what that was on top of her head. PHOTOS/TYLER GOLDEN/NBC -Left TRAE PATTON/NBC - Below
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