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Scotty K & Bret Take Mornings On HOT 93.3 Dallas

THE MOUTH, JULY 26TH, 2016 –– Cumulus Media has signed Scotty K (R) and Bret Mega (L) to host mornings on HOT 93.3/KLIF-FM in Dallas/Fort Worth. Their show will debut on August 15, 2016. Scotty K and Bret previously hosted the morning show on Power 96.1 in Atlanta. Prior to that, Scotty K was on-air at 103.5 Kiss FM in Chicago, and voice tracked stations including KJ-97 in San Antonio and 101.7 The Bull in Boston. Bret was formerly on-air at KWNW/101.9 KISS FM in Memphis and KZBD/NOW 105.7 in Spokane.

Dustin Kross, Program Director, HOT 93.3, said: “After their huge ratings success and social media success in Atlanta, I knew they would be the perfect fit for HOT 93.3 in Dallas/Fort Worth.” Scotty K and Bret Mega said: "We are honored to be part of the Cumulus family and to be given the opportunity to work for a company that believes in their talent as well as giving radio back to the listener. We have been so impressed with the remarkable leadership and support of Mike McVay, Dan Bennett, Dustin Kross, Doug Hamand, Cat Thomas, Leslie Whittle, Rob Roberts and the list could go on. We are ready to get to work, make people FEEL radio again, and help make HOT 93.3 a lifestyle for the Dallas/Ft Worth metroplex."

Tampa’s 102.5 The Bone Adds Tampa Talk Veteran Ian Beckles To Lineup

THE MOUTH, JULY 26TH, 2016 –– Cox Media Group (CMG) Tampa’s 102.5 The Bone is adding Ian Beckles, long-time Tampa talk personality, to the airwaves to talk sports and so much more beginning Sunday, Aug. 7. “At The Bone, we have the luxury to cover every possible topic throughout the week, from Politics and news, to pop-culture, entertainment, and sports,” said John Brennan, CMG Tampa’s Director of Branding and Programming. “Ian Beckles is one of the best sports talkers out there, and he brings with him credible sports analysis, with the talent to cover all the other topics. He is a perfect fit, and I’m very excited to work with him.”

Beckles, previously of sports talker WDAE, has been off of the airwaves in Tampa since 2015. “I'm honored to join the Team at 102.5 The Bone,” he said. Sharing the airwaves with Mike Calta and Drew Garabo is gonna be cool.” The Ian Beckles Show will air every Sunday from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. leading into NFL Football. The debut episode is scheduled for Sunday Aug. 7.

ReelWorld & MSBC Announce 'Rising Stars' Class Of 2016

THE MOUTH, JULY 26TH, 2016 –– On air talent occupy one of the most coveted (and most difficult) positions in all of radio. And for those coming into the industry looking to make a name and carve a space all to themselves, the open mic before them and every opportunity it presents can be a bit daunting in the early going. It’s for these people — those on the cusp of something yet untapped and hopefully game changing — that we created the ReelWorld Rising Star Award. Here are your 2016 ReelWorld Rising Stars: Kelley Bradshaw - Morning Show co-host at WUSY-FM/Chattanooga - Gina Grad - Morning Show co-host for Mark In The Morning KSWD/100.3 The Sound/LA - Michelle Buckwalter - Morning Show co-host/MD WMC-FM. - Julia Lepidi Began on the WDZH AMP 98.7 Detroit - Jessica Green - OM/PD & Morning Host WZWZ/Kokomo. Hi fives to all of this year's Rising Stars!

SYNDICATION: Entercom Debuts 'Beyond Reality Radio'

THE MOUTH, JULY 26TH, 2016 –– 'Beyond Reality Radio,' a new show focused on the paranormal, will debut in 10 cities across the country on Aug. 1. Co-hosted by “Ghost Hunters” star Jason Hawes and TAPS ParaMagazine editor/publisher JV Johnson, “Beyond Reality Radio” is the first live radio show to be syndicated by Entercom. Entercom stations that will carry the program are KJCE/Austin, WRKO/Boston, WBEN/Buffalo, KEZW/Denver, WSKY/Gainesville, WYRD/Greenville, KMBZ/Kansas City, WWL/New Orleans, KNSS/Wichita and WILK/Wilkes-Barre.

“Radio has a long history of programs about the paranormal, dating back to the 1920s, so it’s very exciting to bring ‘Beyond Reality Radio’ to the airwaves with Entercom and continue this tradition, but with a contemporary twist,” Johnson said. “We’ll be engaging with our listeners not only through call-in, but through our digital platforms. So while we’re reaching a larger audience, we’re also creating a community with which we’re intimately connected.”

“This is our innovative take on a classic paranormal show that is targeted to reach a younger and broader audience,” said Pat Paxton, President of Programming at Entercom. “Jason Hawes and JV Johnson bring a level of sophistication to the conversation and expertise that appeal to a wide range of people, from those who are deeply involved in the paranormal and maybe have had their own experiences, to those who are simply curious about the unexplained.” For additional information about “Beyond Reality Radio” on Entercom, contact Liana Huth, 917-428-1960, Liana.Huth@entercom.com

105.3 WDAS' Frankie Darcell Lead Live Broadcast During DNC

THE MOUTH, JULY 26TH, 2016 –– 105.3 WDAS FM, Philly announced a special live broadcast during the Democratic National Convention (DNC) from July 26 - 28 between 3 - 7 p.m. at the African American Museum of Philadelphia. Led by on-air personality Frankie Darcell (L). THE broadcast will feature interviews with Pennsylvania’s most prominent Democratic politicians including Governor Tom Wolf, Philadelphia Mayor James Kenney and Philadelphia District Attorney Seth Williams.

“WDAS has a deep history of connecting with and informing our local community,” said Darcell. “This presidential election marks a historic moment and I am truly excited to broadcast from the legendary WDAS FM in the city considered to be the birthplace of democracy.”

Stephanie Miller On The Mend Following Fall From Stage During Comedy Tour

THE MOUTH, JULY 26TH, 2016 –– During Stephanie Miller Sunday night performance of her popular “Sexy Liberal Comedy Tour” iat Philadelphia’s Walnut St. Theatre to kick off the Democratic National Convention, Miller took a spill right off the stage during the show. Fellow comic John Fugelsang stepped in to help Miller reports mediaite.com.

The fall apparently wasn’t caught on video, but lots of folks were tweeting about it, including Miller herself, who has been sidelined by the fall, but says that she’s okay: @SMShow Oh Mama, hope you're feeling better. The view from the front row was scary!

Shazam Makes A Big Splash In 97.1 Topless Summer Event

THE MOUTH, JULY 27TH, 2016 –– Interactive, Shazamable radio content proved to be HUGE in Los Angeles last month as listeners “Shazamed away” to win Kanye West tickets. The “Topless Summer” contest on CBS’s AMP-FM featured LA’s very first Shazamable station promo. When listeners used their Shazam app during the broadcast they were given a rich, fully-interactive mobile experience complete with Kanye music, videos, tour information and an enter to win element with a chance to win 2 tickets to West’s Saint Pablo Tour. The promos, sponsored by Jeep, played over one weekend and received nearly 4,500 Shazams with an 80% engagement rate!

“We’ve been launching Shazamable content all over the country these last several months thanks to Shazam for Radio,” said Jason Bailey, CEO, Sun Broadcast Group. “but there’s still no way to explain the magical feeling when we see this kind of reaction ... Simply put…Shazam for Radio is freakin’ cool and it works!” The Shazam for Radio service is now widely available to over 1,000 stations across multiple groups such as Hubbard Radio, The Cromwell Group, Greater Media and DMR Productions, as well as nationally syndicated shows including The Hit List with Fitz, The House of Hair with Dee Snider and The Country Club with Dee Jay Silver. For more information on the Shazam for Radio platform for your station, contact Ron Rivlin at 212-380-9303 or RRivlin@sunbgi.com. PHOTO/CBS underwater photo booth

VoxPro To Pit Jock Against Jock At Morning Show Boot Camp 28 Atlanta

THE MOUTH, JULY 26TH, 2016 –– It takes one to know one. And no one knows how to personalize radio better than Caffeinated Radio’s Jason Pullman (far left) and Power 96-1’s Maddox (left), who will be judging the upcoming VoxPro skills competition during Morning Show Boot Camp in Atlanta next month. The two are among Atlanta’s best-known radio personalities and will be making the final call for this year’s VoxPro challenge, which pits jock against jock in a test of editing skills using the VoxPro recording/editing system.

The competition will take place at the VoxPro booth, where competitors will sit down with a VoxPro audio recorder/editor to edit a two-minute master file using VoxPro recording and editing tools. They will be able to crank up, scrub out, insert record and add special effects – in short, do all the moves typical of a fast-paced radio show, only with a prize at the end! Maddox and Pullman, both self-described VoxPro power users, will judge entries based on speed, creativity and how much of their personality they can inject into a final cut. “Technology, fun, and a little friendly competition between jocks; this is right up my alley and it’s going to be a lot of fun!” says Maddox, who is known for making listeners a part of his afternoon show (4 to 8 p.m.) on Atlanta’s #1 Hit Music Station, Power 96.1. “Could get interesting,” agreed Jason Pullman, who keeps things lively as half of morning show Caffeinated Radio on 94.9 The Bull, Atlanta. The VoxPro skill competition will take place August 11 and 12 at the Grand Hyatt Buckhead in Atlanta. The lucky winner will take home a version of the new VoxPro6 software with GapBuster automatic silence removal, multi-track editing and detachable Hotkeys panel.

Qualified talent can enter the VoxPro skills competition by registering HERE. All registered entries will receive a free T-shirt that can be picked up at the VoxPro booth during Morning Show Boot Camp. Staff will also be available during the conference to provide free editing tips and hands-on VoxPro coaching.

WOR To Rebroadcast Mike Piazza Home Run From 9/21/11

THE MOUTH, JULY 26TH, 2016 –– This Thursday night, 710 WOR-AM, the New York Mets’ radio flagship station, will once again open the vaults to re-air the now-iconic game from September 21, 2001, in which Mike Piazza hit the first home run for a New York team after the terrorist attacks of September 11. This special rebroadcast will serve as a lead-up to Saturday evening’s ceremony at Citi Field in which the Mets will retire newly-minted Hall of Famer Piazza’s number.

Howie Rose, the lead radio voice of the Mets, said, “The Mets-Braves game of September 21st, 2001 was perhaps the most unique sporting event in New York City history. Just ten days after the attacks which took down the World Trade Center and killed nearly three thousand people, it was with great trepidation that many of us made our way to Shea Stadium.” “A crowd of over forty thousand people had not gathered in one place in New York over the previous week and a half, and there was a palpable nervousness in the ballpark. Until Mike Piazza changed the narrative .. Fifteen years later, that home run still provides solace, warmth, and yes, sheer happiness. Hopefully this rebroadcast provides a bit of that," said Rose.

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Jumpstarting A Personality Show? 'It's About The Big Event' Says Fred Jacobs

"It’s not every day when personalities have a golden opportunity to shine because of an external story or event"

THE MOUTH, JULY 25TH, 2016 –– While most pundits were buzzing last week about the various speeches or comments made during the GOP convention in Cleveland, A LOT of other buzz came courtesy of Jon Stewart's guest hosting on CBS' Late Show with his former Comedy Central Cohort Stephen Colbert.

In answering how long it should take a for a new PD to have an impact on a station, its big show, or its brand health, consultant/media visionary Fred Jacobs points out in his latest blog to CBS 'Late Show “showrunner” Chris Licht (below). Having previously written in his blog about Chris getting the “PD” job on a show that sorely needed a jumpstart this past April, he writes: "last week, Colbert and team stepped up and started to make the kind of noise and create the type of content that can turn what appeared to be a miscalculation on the network’s part into a contender. And Licht engineered this feat in the same way that great programmers are tasked with establishing a weak brand or breathing life into a tired personality."

"It’s about the big event," says Jacobs. "It’s not every day when personalities and shows have a golden opportunity to shine because of an external story or event. That was the case with Colbert’s team who correctly saw the Republican National Convention as that moment in time. Looking back, the buzz about last week’s happening in Cleveland had been long anticipated. Most observers expected it to be an unpredictable, news-making event. And it didn’t disappoint. Pointing out what radio stations needs to know from this experience, he suggest 'Takin risks." "The decision was made to do something that really hasn’t been done since Colbert moved to the late night hours on CBS-TV: he adopted his popular “Colbert Report” persona." READ BLOG HERE - And if, by chance, you missed Jon Stewart's appearance with Colbert, WATCH HERE - Over 4 Million Views So Far

REPORT: Beasley Not Messing With Its Top Personalities In Philadelphia Following Acquisition Says CEO

“That’s what we’re paying for. Why tear that apart?”

THE MOUTH, JULY 25TH, 2016 –– Caroline Beasley, interim CEO and current CFO of Beasley Broadcast Group is not going to kick your favorite radio personalities to the curb,' writes Jonathan Takiff of philly.com. Beasley tells Takiff, “these are iconic Philadelphia brands with wonderful talent and listeners with whom they have an emotional bond and connection. Why would we get rid of a Preston and Steve or a John DeBella?” (citing the morning show hosts on WMMR and WMGK, respectively). “That’s what we’re paying for. Why tear that apart?” As for the current state of radio, Beasley says, “It’s a much more competitive business than it was 10 or 20 years ago. Our listeners have many more options, though more than 90 percent of the population still tunes in to radio” (at least once) “every week.” Beasley cited. “We know we have to adopt and change to the needs of our listeners and advertisers. Now we’re over the air, on line and on mobile apps. We’re not just selling spots, we want to be marketing consultants to our advertisers, to help them make their business grow.”

As reported last week, in connection with the acquisition, Beasley will initially acquire 21 radio stations in seven markets including four new markets (Detroit, MI; Middlesex, NJ; Monmouth, NJ; and, Morristown , NJ ) and three markets where the Company has existing operations (Philadelphia, PA; Boston, MA; and, Charlotte , NC ). Beasley intends to divest certain radio stations in Charlotte, NC to obtain FCC approval of the proposed transaction.

Broadcasters Applaud DOJ's Proposed Anti-Trust Consent Decrees Regulating ASCAP & BMI

THE MOUTH, JULY 25TH, 2016 –– Representatives of local radio and television broadcasters expressed support for the Department of Justice’s (DOJ) proposed conclusions in its multi-year review of antitrust consent decrees regulating two of the nation’s largest music performing rights organizations in comments filed last week. The review concluded that no modifications were warranted to the decrees affecting the songwriter royalties collected by American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers (ASCAP) and Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI), and that ASCAP and BMI should continue to offer licenses that provide broadcasters and other users full rights to the musical works in those licensing organizations’ repertories.

Music industry interests have contended in recent public statements that the DOJ’s conclusions represent a radical departure from past practice that will disrupt the orderly licensing of music performance rights. In their comments, the broadcasters concluded that, “there is no reason to anticipate the kind of license turmoil” predicted by the music industry in the future. Instead, local radio and television broadcasters remain prepared to carry on business as usual: negotiating and entering into the same forms of license arrangements they have always maintained, and providing fair compensation to music copyright owners.

“America’s hometown radio and television broadcasters applaud the Justice Department’s apparent conclusion not to modify the ASCAP and BMI consent decrees after a careful and thorough review,” said NAB President and CEO Gordon Smith. “Contrary to reports otherwise, this expected decision maintains the fundamental antitrust safeguards for the licensing of musical works – to the benefit of copyright owners, users, and consumers – and does not jeopardize the longstanding and successful relationship that broadcasters have had with ASCAP, BMI, and the copyright owners they represent.

EXECUTIVE ACTION: Clint Marsh Joins Futuri Media As Partner Integration Specialist

THE MOUTH, JULY 25TH, 2016 –– Futuri Media announced today that Radio broadcast veteran Clint Marsh has joined the company as Partner Integration Specialist. Reporting to Sr. VP/Operations Todd Thomas, Clint’s multi-market experience as a Market Manager, Operations Manager, and Program Director will be advantageous as he works directly with client stations on implementing Futuri’s systems around the world.

A 32-year veteran of the radio industry, Clint joins Futuri after seven years in the day-to-day operations of multiple stations as Market Manager for Federated Media. Working as an on-air personality for 26 years and Program Director for 20 years gives Clint a varying background in the inner workings of a radio station that will prove beneficial to Futuri partners and prospective clients. Among others, Clint has worked for Citadel Communications, Saga Communications (twice), Columbia Records / Nashville and spent the last 12 years with Federated Media.

FORMATICS: Alpha Bring Throwback To Savannah/Hilton Head; Beasley Launches 'The Fan' In Charlotte

THE MOUTH, JULY 25TH, 2016 –– Alpha Media, Savannah/Hilton Head announced the launch of G100 “The Throwback Station!” G100 will bring back Savannah favorites Mia Amini to host Middays from 10am to 2pm and Mark “Shark” Ediss hosting Afternoons from 2pm to 7pm.

Operations Manager Rob Walker remarked: “Our listeners told us they loved our throwback weekends, and now Savannah and Hilton Head radio listeners don’t have to wait for the weekend to hear all those classic jams, one right after another.”

Beasley Media Group’s Sports Radio WFNZ the Fan announced a move to the FM dial, simulcasting on 102.5 FM. "This is an exciting time for all of us at WFNZ ” said Operations Manager/Program Director D.J. Stout. “ It’s a true testament to a team who has worked so hard to finally see this happen. The WFNZ Sports Radio lineup kicks off with The Mac Attack featuring Chris McClain and Jim Celania airing 6 :00am to 10:00 am followed by The Call Up with Nate and QCB from 10 :00am to 12n. Former Carolina Panther Frank Garcia hosts Bustin’ Loose with Mark Yarbro from 12n to 3:00pm and for the ride home Prime Time with Chris Kroeger with Hitman and QCB can be heard weekdays from 3:00pm to 7:00pm.

U2, Sting, Drake, Britney Spears In iHeart Lineup For 2016 Music Fest

THE MOUTH, JULY 25TH, 2016 –– iHeartMedia announced today the lineup for the 2016 iHeartRadio Music Festival set for September 23 and 24 at Las Vegas’ newest entertainment venue, T-Mobile Arena. This year, the iconic line-up will feature performances by U2, Sting, Drake, Britney Spears, Sam Hunt, twenty one pilots, Billy Idol, Florida Georgia Line, OneRepublic, Sia, Cage the Elephant, Zedd, Tears for Fears, Ariana Grande, Pitbull and Usher. The iHeartRadio Music Festival will also include performances from this year's Macy's iHeartRadio Rising Star winner, Los 5.

For the sixth year, the iHeartRadio Music Festival will feature one-of-a-kind collaborations and surprise performances. The star-studded weekend will begin on the evening of Friday, September 23, with host Ryan Seacrest, host and producer of "On Air with Ryan Seacrest." The Daytime Village at the iHeartRadio Music Festival will return to the Las Vegas Village across from the Luxor Hotel and Casino on Saturday, September 24 with performances by Sam Hunt, Panic! At The Disco, Alessia Cara, Troye Sivan, Hailee Steinfeld, Good Charlotte, Jeremih, Lissie, Cold War Kids, Daya, Cage The Elephant, The Chainsmokers, Bryson Tiller and DNCE. For more details about the iHeartRadio Music Festival visit iHeartRadio.com/festival.

92.3 WIL St. Louis Brings Jon Pardi To Headline Midwest Wingfest

THE MOUTH, JULY 25TH, 2016 –– Organizers of the annual Midwest Wingfest are proud to announce the return of the popular chicken wing festival to the St. Clair Square Mall parking lot, located in Fairview Heights, Illinois. The Midwest Wingfest event will be held over Labor Day Weekend 2016 on Friday, September 2nd

2016 will mark the first year that a national touring artist will headline the Main Stage, as 92.3 WIL will bring country music artist Jon Pardi to perform a free concert LIVE on Friday night. Jon Pardi’s album California Sunrise hit #1 on Billboard’s Country Album Charts with his current single “Head over Boots” in top 10. This year’s event will feature live music, wing eating competitions, the return of the 5K Chicken Run, and over a dozen of the area’s top chicken wing vendors competing for prizes in multiple categories.

Capital Cities Added To 98.7 ALTimate Summer Camp Concert Lineup

THE MOUTH, JULY 25TH, 2016 –– ALT 98.7, LA’s New Alternative radio station, announced that “Capital Cities” will join the lineup of performers for their second annual “ALTimate Summer Camp” concert on Friday, August 5th at Southern California’s iconic Santa Monica Pier

They'll join 'The Naked and Famous, The Strumbellas, Lewis Del Mar, Bishop Briggs, JR JR, Declan McKenna and Grace Mitchell.'

The ALTimate Summer Camp concert will be hosted by “The Woody Show” and Harms from Alt 98.7.

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