Massive Layoffs Coming To Radio Disney Following Sell-Off

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 14TH, 2014 –– Radio Disney plans to eliminate 184 jobs in local ad sales and operations beginning in September. This follows its announcement of selling 23 of its 24 U.S. radio stations. They plan to retain KDIS-AM in Los Angeles. General Manager Phil Guerini (L)i broke the news in a memo to his staff, writing: “Across all forms of media, digital technology continues to dramatically change consumer habits – from the iPad, mobile devices and the push of connected devices into the home – and these changes compel us to evaluate and evolve our businesses. Today, we’re announcing meaningful changes to our Radio Disney business --- These decisions will optimize Radio Disney for long-term growth and better reflect the habits of the consumers we serve — a national audience of kids and families.” Guerini added: 'We are partnering with the most popular digital radio services including our distribution partner of over 12 years, SiriusXM, and the newly forged agreements with ShowMobile, Slacker and Harman’s Aha Radio. We also have our fast growing Radio Disney App for iPhone, iPad and Android, our WATCH Disney Channel partnership and our Top 30 syndication partnership that’s building across the U.S. We will also be exploring new digital extensions of Radio Disney’s programming, including the Radio Disney Music Awards and Radio Disney’s Next Big Thing (N.B.T.).

[LISTEN] Host's Comments Helps Divert Listener From Considering Suicide

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 14TH, 2014 –– A caller to yesterday's syndicated Michael Savage show who weighed in on the host's assertion that suicide is an “aggressive act” that shows no consideration for loved ones, told the host his frank talk about the subject helped him decide not to take his own life. Identifying himself as Joe he told Savage he had been contemplating suicide for the past several months, especially in the past week. Joe said that when he heard of Williams’ suicide, he asked himself, “If a guy like that could, why not me?” On Tuesday's show, Savage, who disclosed he and Williams lived in the same San Francisco-area neighborhood, urged any listeners who might be considering suicide to think about how it would affect their loved ones. Joe rang up Savage and said: 'Your show yesterday – I’m not going to say prevented me – but it did make me think about my kids and my wife,” the caller said. Savage said he had met Williams many times when the two were walking their dogs. Savage described Williams as “a nice guy, and genuinely funny, too.” He added “Committing suicide is the most outrageously aggressive and selfish act you can commit against your family,” Savage said. After discovering Joe was suffering financially, he asked his audience to join in helping Joe get through the rest of the month by donating through the Savage Legal Defense Fund. LISTEN HERE

FLIPPAGE: Classic Rock 101.9 The Big O Changes To Adult Hits The Keg

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 14TH, 2014 –– Omaha KOOO, 101.9 has flipped from classic rock to adult hits, starting yesterday. According to omaha.com, the new station will be rebranded as “the Keg.” In a release, GM Andy Ruback says " Results from a recent survey of potential listeners ages 25 to 54. KOOO’s recent ratings have consistently placed it toward the bottom of Omaha’s top 10 for that demographic,' he said. He expects the new format to boost ratings among 25- to 54-year-olds. Todd “Crash” Davis will be KOOO’s new morning on-air host. Longtime host, Dave Wingert’s (L) last day as morning host was Monday. Wingert’s future at the station is not yet decided, Ruback said. KOOO is owned by NRG Media, headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. NRG owns 45 radio stations in Iowa, Nebraska, Wisconsin and Illinois. Omaha is its largest market.

MOTION: Rome Comes Home To L.A. On The New KFWB

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 14TH, 2014 –– L.A. native Jim Rome is coming home to the new KFWB 980 and its all-sports programming lineup. The Jim Rome Show will air live from Orange County on KFWB 980 weekdays from 9:00am – Noon. “I am so thrilled to be returning home to Los Angeles on KFWB,” Rome said. CBS Sports Radio has provided me with an incredible opportunity to communicate with our nationwide audience via various platforms but to reunite with our L.A. based fans is particularly meaningful to me, personally and professionally." It’s been nearly two years since Southern Californians have been able to enjoy Jim’s show and he is just a hint of what listeners can expect from the new KFWB sports lineup,” said Diane Sutter, Trustee for KFWB Asset Trust. “We’re thrilled and excited to bring Jim back home to his many L.A. sports fans.” KFWB’s new all-sports format is expected to launch in September with other programming announcements to be made in the coming weeks.

NBC Teams With iHeartRadio For Digital Premiere Of Romantic Comedy 'A To Z'

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 14TH, 2014 –– In a first of its kind, NBC is partnering with Clear Channel Media and Entertainment to premiere the pilot 'A to Z' across Clear Channel's network of digital properties. The first-of-its-kind campaign will include strong local and national integration airing the pilot digitally on iHeartRadio - everywhere it is available, providing promotional support on air across contemporary hits radio stations and their websites, mobile sites and social networks throughout the country, as well as featuring on-air discussions with Clear Channel's nationally syndicated top on-air personality Ryan Seacrest to drive awareness for the digital screening availability. In addition to Clear Channel's digital properties and apps, the "A to Z" pilot will also be available on the NBC app, NBC.com, Hulu, Xfinity, the NBC owned and affiliate station websites and cable, satellite and telco providers On Demand and online services. Set to debut digitally Aug. 14 (exactly halfway on the calendar until Valentine's Day) and 90 seconds longer than the version that will air on the network, the heartfelt "A to Z" pilot will debut on NBC Thursday, Oct. 2 at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT. Fans can connect on social with the official hashtag for the digital premiere #iHeartAtoZ. "A to Z" tells the story of Andrew (Ben Feldman, "Mad Men," "The Mindy Project") and Zelda (Cristin Milioti, "The Wolf of Wall Street," "How I Met Your Mother") - a pair that almost wasn't - and all that happened from the day they met.

JACOBS: 'BJ Shea Steps Up To Superstar Status At MSBC Chicago'

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 14TH, 2014 –– As we've always said, it's not us, but our attendees who help us shine most at Morning Show Boot Camp. This was never more evident than during last week's 26th Annual Morning Show Boot Camp in Chicago. Among them, radio's beloved BJ Shea (L - KISW/Seattle) whose opening address not only endeared himself further with his radio comrades, but caught the attention of radio furturist Fred Jacobs. In today's blog, he writes 'You may be thinking that it’s “Seattle DJ Week” on this blog – and you wouldn’t be wrong. But it turns out the most fascinating stories in radio last week weren’t about the whereabouts of Casey Kasem’s corpse or what happened to radio’s Q2 revenue – they were about Bob Rivers hanging up his headphones and B.J. Shea stepping up to superstar status at “Morning Show Boot Camp.” Boot Camp is one of the most unique events in all of radio because most of the people in attendance make their living on the air. If you believe that the future (not to mention the past and present) of radio is its personality – the people behind the mics – then you would enjoy Boot Camp. There is a different vibe in the room when it’s filled with performers – the folks who are paid to entertain and to inform. They are the faces of most great stations. And the list of radio icons in attendance was a long one: The Bert Show, Paul Castronovo, Roula And Ryan, Rick Rumble, Dave & Carole, Mark & Mercedes, Ross Britain, 2 Guys Named Chris, Larry Norton, Brother Wease, Fitz, Phil Hendrie, and many many more. These personalities come together every year to compare notes, compete for the best bits, have a lot of laughs, and hang out at a conference that almost has a radio throwback feel to it. Yes, radio has changed. It’s a business that is obsessed by ROI, IPOs, and EBITDA. But let’s not forget the DJ. No matter how much Wall Street thinks it has us bought and sold, drawn and quartered, radio is a circus. And the Big Top was in all its glory in Chicago last week. And B.J. Shea was the ringmaster ... B.J. truly set the tone at Boot Camp. In a 30-minute speech filled with passion and inspired self-deprecation, B.J. looked more like he was giving a TED Talks presentation than one of his signature rants. No notes, no slides, but a steady stream of introspective advice and dead-on observations for a room of talent looking for a guiding theme from this Boot Camp. ... “Great art comes from crazy people” was one of B.J.’s lessons. READ FULL BLOG HERE

NETWORKS: Premiere & Beatport Announce Evolution Show With Pete Tong; USRN To Produce Special '25 Years Of Alan Jackson' Episode

LOS ANGELES, August 13, 2014 ­ Premiere Networks and Beatport, an SFX Entertainment company and the principal online destination for electronic music culture, today announced the launch of The Evolution Beatport Show with Pete Tong. The new program reflects the rebranding and expansion of the Premiere-syndicated program Evolution with Pete Tong, which launched in May 2013 and currently broadcasts weekly on more than 80 stations nationwide. The popular electronic dance music (EDM) program has expanded from one hour to two hours weekly. "I'm very excited to be teaming up with Beatport and extending my national show to two hours," stated Tong. "It's an important step in bringing more great electronic dance music to a mass audience and I'm sure the start of a special relationship with a great strategic partner." ###########United Stations Radio Networks, Inc., (USRN) announced that its weekly Country Music program, 25 YEARS OF HITS, will be producing a special Alan Jackson episode of the series to coincide with the new Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum exhibit called Alan Jackson: 25 Years of Keepin’ It Country. 25 YEARS OF HITS is the creation of California-based Cable Car Communications, Inc. and is hosted by WFUS/Tampa’s Craig “Catfish” Hunter. For this special ALAN JACKSON episode of the program which will be broadcast during the week of August 18-24, the entire two hours will be dedicated to the living legend of Country Music. Titled “25 Years of Alan Jackson,” this edition of the 25 Years of Hits series will include twenty-five of Jackson’s biggest #1 songs from the past quarter century in chronological order. On a typical weekend, 25 YEARS OF HITS presents a two-hour, music intensive program that counts-up the #1 hits in chronological order from the past 25 years (currently 1989 to 2013). The fast-paced and highly-produced show, which is broadcast in most markets on weekends, began in 2005 and is now heard on nearly 100 radio stations across America and on additional outlets in Canada. 25 YEARS OF HITS features artist interviews, production elements and feature segments making it a complete entertainment experience for its many loyal listeners.

Sammy Haggar To Host First U.S. Classic Rock Roll Of Honour 2014

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 14TH, 2014 –– The Classic Rock Roll Of Honour is one of the most highly respected music award ceremonies of the year, attracting the biggest names in the world of rock. Hosted by UK based Classic Rock Magazine, the tenth annual Classic Rock Awards - the ‘Classic Rock Roll Of Honour’ - has announced multi-platinum Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Sammy Hagar as this year’s master of ceremonies, along with the list of nominees for the listener and fan-voted categories. Traditionally held in the iconic Roundhouse in Camden, London, this prestigious rock‘n’roll awards ceremony is coming to America for the first time on Tuesday, November 4. A celebration of some of the world’s most influential and respected musicians in rock, is set to take place at the Avalon, Hollywood’s historic night club and music venue. To kick things off for 2014, Sammy Hagar will serve as this year’s host. "The Classic Rock Roll Of Honour is one of music’s coolest and most prestigious events in the U.K. so I’m really excited to be hosting it for the first time in the U.S.,” said Sammy Hagar. Meanwhile, Classic Rock Magazine announced the nominees for this year’s awards including the listener and fan voted categories - CLICK HERE TO SEE NOMINEES AND VOTE. For more information on the Classic Rock Roll Of Honour, please contact MSO PR: 818-380-0400.

Crowd Buys In To Miley Cyrus Impersonator Outside Concert

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 14TH, 2014 –– Imagine bringing a Miley Cyrus impersonator (complete with bodyguards) outside one of the pop diva's concerts and both fans and local media buying into it? This was the case as Miley Cyrus came back to Kansas City and 95.7 The Vibe (KCHZ) made their presence known outside of the Sprint Center! They brought in a Miley Cyrus impersonator and had the crowd going crazy, with many people believing it was Miley and stopping to get their pictures taken (the staff was calling her "our special guest"). KCTV5 even did a live segment featuring 95.7 (inset)The Vibe outside of the Sprint Center. During the show the excitement continued with Miley Cyrus spotting our impersonator in the crowd, talking to her from the stage and even giving 95.7 The Vibe props before showing a picture of our Miley impersonator on the big screen! Since the concert The Kansas City Star also wrote a story about 95.7 The Vibe bringing in their very own Miley Cyrus look-alike. The night was a big win for everyone involved! NICELY DONE! Photos courtesy of The Vibe's Jenn Ryan

TOP RADIO NEWS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

Montreal Host Looks For Girlfriend With Posters

By Graham Mack

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 14TH, 2014 –– Radio personality Stuntman Sam is looking for love in a rather old-fashioned way: posters. According to montrealgazzette, Sam Lupovich, a.k.a. Stuntman Sam on The Beat 92.5 FM’s morning show, has posted handbills all over downtown Montreal to announce he’s looking for a girlfriend. The poster features a picture of the 31-year-old with a description of himself as serious, fun, outgoing, employed and very handsome. As the setup goes, after a decade of freelance fun and adventure in Toronto, Sam moved back to his beloved hometown of Montreal last fall — and has since had some trouble finding a girlfriend. “I’ve tried online dating and all that jazz, but obviously that hasn’t worked out …” his poster reads. “Pretty sure it’s them, not me .. If you’re single (or not), and ready to take a chance on a good guy willing to throw himself out there, take my number and do something about it.” If you want to see how Sam's doing, give him a call on 514 798-2015.

BOB FM becomes “Robin FM” in Robin Williams Tribute –– BOB fm in London’s Home Counties paid tribute to the late Robin Williams on Tuesday by re-branding as “Robin fm”. The daytime music schedule was interspersed with clips of Robin’s performance as the radio DJ Adrian Cronauer from the 1987 film, “Good Morning Vietnam”. Special sweepers were made that said, “Robin FM”. Program Director Graham Mack said, “We all grew up watching Robin’s movies and he always got a warm reception every time he appeared in London. It was the least we could do to honour the life and work of one of the greatest entertainers of all time”.

Another BBC apology, This Time For Racism -- It was an awkward on-air moment when Iain Lee’s producer decided he’d had enough and walked-out mid-show. Iain took the gag too far by telling him to “...go and do the Black and Asian Show”. Iain and the BBC have apologised for the incident which happened on Iain Lee’s Breakfast show on BBC Three Counties. The show and the radio station have shown another ratings drop in the latest survey leading some commentators to speculate that the on-air argument was a pre-planned if poorly executed stunt. Mismatched couple get married The couple who won the ‘Punching Above Your Weight’ contest on Newcastle’s Metro FM earlier this year have tied the knot. Darren Donaghey and Kate Cathcart often turn heads when walking down the street together. Kate is a gorgeous blonde, but because Darren is, by his own admission, not a work of art. Their love for one another never faltered and the pair have silenced detractors by getting hitched at Matfen Hall in Northumberland. Check out the video here; https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNfosEOV84Q

DWTS Season 19 Dancers Announced

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Drummer John Densmore Opens Up About 'Doors Unhinged' - [AZCENTRAL]

DWTS Season 19 Dancers Announced - [GOSSIP COP]

2010: 'I Don't Have The Balls To Commit Suicide' Said Robin Williams - [MEDIAITE]

'Dexter's Michael C. Hall Returning To TV In Miniseries - [HUFFPO]

J-Lo Shows Booty In New Single Cover - [E ONLINE]

Rolling Stone Takes You Inside Willie Nelson's Home - [ROLLING STONE]

Lifetime To Air Brittany Murphy Biopic - [THR]

'Guardians Of The Galaxy' Soundtrack Top Billboard Chart - [BILLBOARD]

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[WATCH] Cincinnati Host Pleads Not Guilty To Shooting Wife; Says It Was An Accident

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 13TH, 2014 ––
55KRC/Cincinnati talker Blake Seylhouwer (L) who was arrested and charged with shooting his wife Tuesday evening, has pleaded not guilty in court this morning. According to wcpo.com, police claimed Seylhouwer waited until his wife Misty Seylhouwer (R) turned her back before he purposely fired a shot in her direction in their driveway in the 5000 block of Windridge Drive at about 2:40 p.m. The bullet ricocheted off the ground and struck his wife in the head, leg, stomach and neck, according to Madeira Police Chief Frank Maupin. Investigators said they initially treated the incident as an accidental shooting and did not charge Blake. It was later determined an argument took place between the couple before the shooting. Blake had told a 911 dispatcher "I shot my wife accidentally” after the gun fired - LISTEN TO 911 CALL HERE - Blake told the dispatcher he was removing his rifle from a vehicle’s trunk when it fired. A 30-06 rifle is a high-powered gun commonly used for deer hunting. "She came out of the car and I accidentally hit her," Blake said. Police charged Blake Tuesday evening with felonious assault and domestic violence. He is being held in the Hamilton County Justice Center. He is scheduled to be arraigned Wednesday at 9 a.m. Maupin said he didn't know if Blake was trying to hit his wife with the bullet or was just trying to scare her. Misty is an executive producer at 55KRC Radio. WATCH WCPO-TV REPORT HERE

NETWORKS: Tony & Kris Extends With USRN; Yahoo Crosses 500 Affiliates Milestone

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 13TH, 2014 –– United Stations Radio Networks, Inc. (USRN) has renewed its arrangement to distribute The Tony and Kris Show. The deal, which extends a relationship that began in June of 2010, constitutes a multi-year agreement for United Stations with the country morning show, which is produced by the duo’s company, Tony and Kris Productions. Tony and Kris first met and launched their careers together at WHMA in Anniston, AL, but they became best known for their highly successful ten-year run at KSON in San Diego from 1993 until 2003. After moving to Nashville, Tony and Kris formed a production company and partnered with United Stations to build out the Tony and Kris network. Their location on Music Row in Nashville provides Tony and Kris with opportunities to tie in with big country events and promotions, as well as access to country music’s biggest stars. Their former flagship KSON airs the duo in the evenings, and the move into other day parts has helped them grow into a national dream team. Tony and Kris are now heard daily on over two dozen affiliates, in all regions of the U.S. Tony Randall and Kris Rochester are represented by Paul Anderson’s Workhouse Media. ###### Yahoo! Sports Radio announced that it's crossed 500 affiliate partners nationwide. “We are thrilled to work with our 500 tremendous partner stations on a daily basis,” said David Gow, CEO of Yahoo! Sports Radio. “The commitment of our talent, producers, sports news anchors and management team has allowed us to achieve this milestone and continually expand our reach through custom programming and unique, local and national advertiser opportunities.” Yahoo! Sports Radio engages sports fans and listeners nationwide with dynamic, 24/7 Sports Talk programming delivered by top sports personalities and contributors, including Steve Czaban, Bob Ryan, Travis Rodgers, Sean Salisbury, Geoff Ketchum, Dan Wetzel, Pat Forde and more.

EXECUTIVE ACTION: JD Greene Named PD/PM Host For Big 104.7 Pittsburgh

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 13TH, 2014 –– CCM+E Pittsburgh has appointed JD Greene as its Program Director and afternoon host of Big 104.7, Pittsburgh. Big 104.7 launched last week with 10,000 commercial-free songs in a row featuring the newest hits from Country music's hottest artists. Greene joins Big 104.7 from CC Minneapolis' sister station K-102, where he served as the music director and afternoon host. "We are excited to welcome JD back home to Pittsburgh,” said CCM+E Pittsburgh VP/Programming David Edgar. “JD is plugged into the Country music scene, understands how to make a big impact with listeners on-air, online and in the community, and truly lives the country lifestyle!” Greene once handled afternoons at CCM+E's CHR WKST/96.1 KISS. 1

STUDY: Radio Keeping Pace With Pandora's Listener Growth

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 14TH, 2014 –– NuVoodoo Media Services has announced its initial findings from its fourth and latest NuVoodoo Ratings Prospects Study. The company interviewed nearly 1100 respondents, ages 14-54, in all PPM markets to update NuVoodoo’s insights on the relationship between broadcast radio and the leading digital music provider, Pandora. The findings indicate that 62% of Pandora users listen to Pandora at least 30 minutes per day and nearly as many Pandora users spend that much time daily with broadcast radio. Per the graph at right, as Pandora experience increases, so does the percentage that listen to it at least 30 minutes. But the percentage spending at least that much time with broadcast radio did not decrease. Carolyn Gilbert, President and Chief Executive Officer for NuVoodoo Media Services said: “NuVoodoo is committed to understanding our industry, the radio listener and especially the potential ratings participant. It’s our job to take this information, synthesize it and continue our mission to provide the industry with cutting-edge products that respond to the world as it is in 2014.” NuVoodoo will be releasing more of the study’s key findings over the coming weeks, including which social media platforms are getting user traction and which ones are seeing user declines. More information may be found by visiting www.nuvoodoo.com.

Seacrest Notches Scripted Deal With CBS TV Studios

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 13TH, 2014 –– We felt the term 'notch' was an appropriate verb in relation to media behemoth, Ryan Seacrest who now, among his other mounting responsibilities, has closed an overall two-year scripted deal with CBS Television Studios. According to The Wrap, Ryan Seacrest Productions (RSP) will develop scripted projects for broadcast, cable and streaming under programming executive vice president Nina Wass. Current scripted projects include the Jennifer Lopez drama “Shades of Blue” at NBC, a drama in development with rapper Pitbull, and two ABC comedies. As for unscripted programming, RSP will continue to provide and sell projects across networks. It has a strong body of unscripted programming ranging from E!'s “Keeping Up With the Kardashians” and its spinoffs, Bravo's “Shahs of Sunset” and Esquire Network's “How I Rock It.” This latest deal with CBS TV Studios joins a few others for Ryan Seacrest and his production company, including CBS’ live two-hour special “Fashion Rocks,” a one-year deal with NBC for specials and contributions to E! and NBC. Oh yes, in addition to Fox's “American Idol” and ABC's “New Year's Rockin’ Eve,” he also host a daily morning show on KIIS-FM L.A.

JACOBS BLOG: Deja Vu All Over Again For Bob Rivers

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 13TH, 2014 –– Jacobs Media's Fred Jacobs quips: 'What started out as a blog...' became quite an in depth look at the life and times of Seattle morning star Bob Rivers who recently announced his retirement. In an expansive 2 part interview, Jacob's writes: 'Bob’s career exemplifies all those old school values – hard work, a belief in the team, a commitment to the community, and an understanding of what’s important' says Jacobs. He adds, 'It’s not the first time. Way back in the day, Bob walked away from WFTQ in Worcester, MA, to join a band called Legend, only to return to WAAF where his radio career got underway in 1981. So maybe Bob’s departure from Seattle radio last week is déjà vu all over again.' As for Bob's start, he tells Jacobs: 'I’ve always wanted to be a musician. When I was 5 years-old, my grandfather gave me a transistor radio and an unlimited supply of batteries. He also taught me how to use the phone. I loved hit records and DJs right away, go figure. I started calling request lines and even won a contest! I was on the air live at 5 years-old. Like many, I got into radio partly to be closer to the music scene. I took a few piano lessons in grade school, and tried to play in a band when I was about 21, but I did suck. Radio was my first love, and musicians need to get their 10,000 hours of practice. So making song parodies for my morning show was a way for me to meet and hire great musicians and record and produce perfect copies of hit records. Truthfully, that was my motivation for recording them so authentically. I could have a radio product that was better than anyone else, and follow my other passion: music.' As for his departure from radio, Bob says: 'I love radio. And I never said I was retiring, but I knew the media would. I’m sure I will do more radio. Someday.' (Bob shown right with Spike O'Neill circa 80's). Read about his favorite 'Twisted Tune' parody, His Boot Camp keynote and best advice for fledgling personalities HERE - Also check out KISW/Seattle's BJ Shea Special tribute to his friend Bob Rivers HERE

Clear Channel Teams With Honda For Live Music Series

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 13TH, 2014 –– Honda and Clear Channel have teamed up as part of the new Honda Stage music platform to create exciting live performance opportunities and unique content. Honda Stage at the iHeartRadio Theater Los Angeles will feature a dozen live, intimate performances from singer Lucy Hales, Christina Perri and Ariana Grande. Through our collaboration with Clear Channel, Honda Stage is able to greatly increase our music footprint while providing music fans with exclusive footage of live performances from today¹s best artists on our YouTube channel plus hundreds of chances to attend these electrifying performances on the Honda Stage at the iHeartRadio Theatre,² said Nick Lee, Honda National Advertising Manager, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Performances at the Honda Stage at the iHeartRadio Theater will be promoted on-air and across Clear Channel radio stations, reaching more than 245 million monthly listeners nationwide, and through iHeartRadio, Clear Channel¹s all-in-one digital music service. "Clear Channel has created the ultimate event space at the iHeartRadio Theater Los Angeles that houses unique one-of-a-kind live music events with music's hottest superstars," said Tim Castelli, President of National Sales, Marketing and Partnerships at Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. "Now the Honda Stage at the iHeartRadio Theater will bring this exclusive content to fans throughout the country and further extend the reach of both the iHeartRadio and Honda Stage brands."

Smokey Robinson To Guest Host On NPR's 'All Songs Considered

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 13TH, 2014 –– On an upcoming episode of NPR's 'All Songs Considered,' legendary R&B singer Smokey Robinson joins host Bob Boilen to share some of the songs and events that shaped his career as well as songs from his new duets album, Smokey & Friends. According to npr.org, Smokey remembers a series of musical milestones in his life: "Lonely Teardrop" by Jackie Wilson who he remembers seeing for the first time when he was ten years old; Sarah Vaughan, the first singer he ever remembers hearing; and the first record he ever bought, The Spaniels' 1953 hit "Baby, It's You." Alongside these influential artists he talks about some of the most famous songs he performed with The Miracles, including "I Second That Emotion" and "Got a Job." Smokey & Friends, which is out Aug. 19, includes collaborations with artists like Miguel, John Legend and Cee Lo Green on songs written by Robinson (some that were originally performed by other artists, like Marvin Gaye). In the show, you can hear his duets with Elton John, Mary J. Blige and James Taylor. Does revisiting his own classics so many years later make him feel nostalgia? No, he says. "I've been doing concerts now for over fifty years," Smokey says. "Every night [those songs] are new to me." PHOTO/Smokey Robinson

The Kane Show & Z104-3 Throw One Direction Block Party

THE MOUTH, AUGUST 13TH, 2014 –– Hot 99-5 Washington DC and it's morning show - the KANE SHOW, along with sister station Z104-3 Baltimore, threw a MASSIVE ONE DIRECTION/5 SECONDS OF SUMMER block party, which, literally stretched for the entire block in front of DC's Nationals' Park! With music provided by DJ BIGG SLIMM, boxes of t-shirts and more, the KANE SHOW threw the party to thank fans for listening AND to properly welcome 1D and 5SOS back to the Nation's Capital!

Legendary Actress Lauren Bacall Passes Away

Famed Leading Lady Lauren Bacall Passes Away At 89 - [CNN]

Robin William's 'Family Guy' Episode With Failed Suicide Attempt Aired On BBC Minutes Before Death Was Announced - [MIRROR]

Politicians Pay Tribute To Williams - [VARIETY]

Original Culture Club Reunites After 14 Years - [ROLLING STONE]

Gene Simmons And Paul Stanley Join For Reality Series: '4th And Loud' - [TV GUIDE]

Steven Seagal Plays Gig For Pro-Russian Separatists - [YAHOO UK]

Audrey Hepburn's Grand Daughter Covers 'Harper's Bazaar' - [THE GLOSS]

CATS OUT OF THE BAG: Chris Soules Confirmed As 'The Bachelor' - [THG]

ACT INTERESTED: Courtney Stodden Back With Her Old Man - [FOX NEWS]

[WATCH] Robin Williams In New 'Night At The Museum' - [USA TODAY]

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