UK Chain Brings Vinyl Back To Its Shelves

Lauren Crocker Joins Cast Of Detroit's Blaine Fowler Show

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2015 –– Cumulus Detroit announces that on-air host Lauren Crocker has been promoted to cast member on 96.3 WDVD’s The Blaine Fowler Morning Show. Crocker debuts on the popular Detroit weekday morning show today September 2 from 5:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. et.

Crocker shifts from midday host for WDRQ/NASH FM 93.1 in Detroit. Past stops include producer of Cubby Bryant’s show on WKTU-FM, on-air at B98.5 in New Jersey, AM drive at WFAS/Hudson Valley, and Music Director/PM Drive host at Fun 107 in New Jersey before coming to WDRQ in 2014 to host the midday show in 2014.

Crocker said: “Somebody pinch me! Morning drive in a major market has been a dream and goal of mine since the start of my radio career. I am thrilled to join The Blaine Fowler Morning Show and become part of the WDVD family! I cannot thank Robby Bridges, Jan Jeffries, Mike McVay and John Dickey enough for having faith in me and offering me an amazing opportunity here in Detroit over a year ago at NASH FM-- a move that changed the course of my career!

PROPS: Sid Hartman Celebrates 60 Years With WCCO Minneapolis

At 95, He Is One Of CBS’s Oldest Employees

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2015 –– Sid Hartman was already a well-known newspaper columnist when he joined the staff of WCCO Radio in 1955. Since then, he has become one of the station’s most popular personalities. Yesterday (September 1), he celebrated an unprecedented 60 years with the CBS RADIO station. At the age of 95, Hartman is one of CBS’s oldest employees.

In 2011, Hartman was honored by both the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Los Angeles Lakers before a game for his contributions to both organizations, when he served as the acting general manager of Minneapolis Lakers. In addition, the Minnesota Twins honored him with “Sid Hartman Day” at Target Field in 2014, and as a part of the MLB All-Star game festivities that year, a youth baseball field in Hartman’s boyhood N. Minneapolis neighborhood was named “Sid Hartman Field.” With this milestone, Hartman continues to bring his listeners and readers the scoops and insights that only he can.

[WATCH] El Show de Piolin Host Flies Good Samaritans To L.A.

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2015 –– On nationally syndicated morning show El Show de Piolin yesterday, Radio Hall of Famer and popular Hispanic Radio personality Piolin shined the light on two men passing through Oklahoma City on their way to El Paso, who intervened in the brutal beating of a woman by her husband in a parking lot. Though the husband yelled at the men to stay out of it and tried to flee the scene-- and later tried to run the men down in his truck-- the men responded by punching the husband and breaking the truck window. The husband fled again and was later apprehended by police. The altercation, which was caught on a cell phone video, is shown by clicking on above graphic - WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT

After hearing the story, Piolin found the two Samaritans who intervened in the brutal violence and interviewed them on El Show de Piolin, then flew them to L.A. last night and they appeared on El Show de Piolin this morning at 7:00 a.m. Among the comments on Piolin's show yesterday, Samaritan Juan De Dios explained that he heard a plea for help from a woman and "I helped the lady to get off the truck." He also commented, "When the man in the truck drove toward us, I thought we were going to get run over." And after the husband drove off, "The lady told us 'thank you' and we gave her a hug so she could feel calm." WATCH HERE OR CLICK N ABOVE GRAPHIC - WARNING CONTAINS GRAPHIC CONTENT

Alpha Media Adds Thirty-Six Stations With Purchase Of Morris

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2015 –– Alpha Media of Portland, Oregon announced today they have closed the purchase of radio stations from Morris Communications . The Morris purchase includes thirty-six radio stations located within the following markets; Topeka, KS; Salina, KS; Amarillo, TX; Palm Springs, CA; Anchorage, AK; Wasilla, AK; Grays Harbor - Hoquiam, WA and Wenatchee - Columbia River, WA.

Chairman of Alpha Media, Larry Wilson said I have enjoyed getting to know Mr. Morris and am thrilled to be adding stations that have been in the hands of such a successful and influential team." Upon the successful completion of all pending transactions, Alpha Media, headquartered in Portland, Oregon will own 252 radio stations within 54 markets across the United States covering all formats including Top 40, Adult Contemporary, Spanish, Urban, News Talk, Sports, Rock, Country and more.

Futuri Named To Inc. 5000 FastestGrowing Private Companies List For 2nd Consecutive Year

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2015 –– For the second year in a row, Futuri Media was recognized with the distinction of being named to the Inc. 500|5000 lists as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America and the only media technology company on the prestigious Inc. list.

Now, over 525 stations, networks and broadcast groups use Futuri’s technology across North America, Europe, Africa and Asia. The company’s revenue growth of 185% placed Futuri among the upper tier on the list, ranking No. 59 nationally and No. 23 in percentage-growth in Ohio in revenue among firms its size. Among the 336 software firms on the list, Futuri ranked No. 1 in Cleveland in revenue growth and No. 14 in the metro overall.

“The three key drivers in Futuri’s growth this year have been our TopicPulse social media intel system, mobile apps for TV and radio broadcasters, and our LDR (Listener Driven Radio) interactive programming systems,” said Daniel Anstandig (shown), CEO, Futuri Media.

IMAGING: Benztown To Release 2nd Annual Ranking Of Top 50 VO Artists; Reelworld Re-Imagines Hot AC Jingles For Fresh New York

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2015 –– Benztown announces that it will release the second annual Benztown 50, the radio industry’s exclusive ranking of the top 50 voice-over artists in the U.S. and Canada. The Benztown 50 ranking will be based on several criteria, including number of radio station affiliates, station size and market. Benztown has partnered with P1 Research to compile and analyze industry data that will be the foundation for this distinction. The list is currently in development and will be released to the industry this fall. Voice talent can apply for the Benztown 50 at www.benztown.com/50.

After the debut of new, short-form jingle packages for CHR (B96/Chicago) and Country (94.9 The Bull/Atlanta), ReelWorld now redefines Hot AC jingles with a custom-built package for Fresh 102.7 in New York. The package follows the new tradition of jingles sounding as authentic as today’s artists, with tracks that brand your station while transitioning seamlessly with current playlists without ever interrupting the station flow. Erik Huber, Creative Director at ReelWorld, worked with closely with the team at Fresh to create a package which reflects both the flavor of Hot AC and the unique sound of the station: “Our focus right now is on creating the next generation of ID jingle packages. Jingles that are as raw, real and authentic as the songs on your playlist. The Fresh 102.7 package is available now and the demo can be heard in it’s entirety here: http://www.reelworld.com/fresh

Bobby Bones To Host B92.5 Sacramento's 'Girls With Guitars' Event

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2015 –– B92.5 announced Girls With Guitars are coming on Friday, October 23, 2015 at Ace of Spades Nightclub. a showcase of four outstanding female voices in Country Music on one stage and hosted by Premiere syndicated Bobby Bones from iHeartMedia’s “The Bobby Bones Show.”

Girls With Guitars will feature live performances by Jana Kramer, Cassadee Pope, Raelynn and Mickey Guyton. A portion of proceeds from the concert will benefit the Albie Aware Breast Cancer Foundation. Bones is flying into Sacramento to host the evening event.

Model/Former Playmate Jessa Hinton Launches New Show 'Anything Goes' On PodcastOne

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 2ND, 2015 –– Model, television personality and former playmate Jessa Hinton hosts a new podcast, Anything Goes, on PodcastOne. The podcast combines Hinton’s point of view as a down-to-earth girl with the ability to tap into a guy’s perspective, as she welcomes guests for candid conversations about some of life’s biggest questions, including (s)ex, relationships, video games, and more.

In 2010, Hinton became the face of the Palms Hotel & Casinos and has since appeared on billboards, magazines, posters, and multiple forms of electronic media. Recently, she expanded to TV personality roles, interviewing celebrities and more. Jessa continues to model and is undertaking designing endeavors. PHOTO/ Facebook - For more information, please visit www.PodcastOne.com.

One Of The UK's Biggest Stores Bringing Back Vinyl Albums; King Tut Struts His Stuff

DIVINE: Bette Midler Wants To Play Amy Schumer & Jennifer Lawrence's Mom In New Comedy - [EW]

One Of The UK's Biggest Stores Reintroduces Vinyl - [NME]

'DWTS' Season 21 Cast Revealed - [ABC]

See Where Melissa Rivers Scattered Her Mother's Ashes - [ET]

LA Rolls Out The Red Carpet For 2024 Olympics - [THE WRAP]

Josh Gad To Play Roer Ebert In 'Russ & Roger' - [THR]

The Voice Makes Guinness Book Of World Records - [GUINNESS]

Hard To Believe: Tutenkhamun's Penis Fully Erect When Mummified - [MIRROR]

[WATCH] Jimmy Kimmel Explains Nicki Minaj, Miley Cyrus, Kanye West And Impending Apocalypse - [USA TODAY]

Donald Trump To Guest On 'Tonight Show' - [DEADLINE]

J-Lo Selfie Makes 'Interview' Cover - [POP SUGAR]

Daniel Craig Leaning Away From Return To 'Bond' Role - [NYDN]

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Man Pleads Guilty To Stalking 89.3 Current Minnesota Host

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2015 –– A Minnesota man pleaded guilty Monday to stalking 89.3 The Current/Minnesota host Mary Lucia (L). According to startribune.com, Patrick H. Kelly (below), pleaded guilty in court to both felony stalking and terroristic threats charges. He’ll be sentenced Oct. 13.

Kelly said in court, “I want to take full responsibility,” report County prosecutors. He admitted visiting Lucia’s Minneapolis home to leave notes, flowers, candles and a bottle of wine, in spite of a court order telling him to stay away. Lucia said the incidents began early last year after Kelly emailed her work address to tell her his dog had died. Lucia, a self-professed animal lover, responded sympathetically. “The floodgates opened after that,” she said.

At one point, Lucia watched through a window as Kelly rang her doorbell for five minutes holding a bouquet of flowers, according to court documents. A warrant for Kelly’s arrest was issued two days later. Kelly will be held without bail until sentencing. Lucia is currently taking a leave of absence.

National Radio Hall of Fame Announces 2015 Inductees

Steering Committee Votes To Induct Dan Mason & Scott Muni Individuals For Their Contribution To The Industry

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMEBER 1ST, 2015 –– Voting results from the industry participant panel and nationwide listeners are in. The 2015 National Radio Hall of Fame Inductees are: Ronn Owens, KGO Radio News Talk 810 San Francisco Longstanding Local/Regional, 20+ years Big Boy (Kurt Alexander) (R), Real 92.3 KRRL-FM Los Angeles; previously Power 106 FM KPWR Los Angeles Active Local/Regional, 10+ years Dave Ramsey, The Dave Ramsey Show Network/Syndication, 10+ years Bob Kevoian & Tom Griswold, The Bob & Tom Show Longstanding Network/Syndication, 20+ years Elvis Duran (R), Z100 WHTZ-FM New York, Elvis Duran and the Morning Show Music Format On-Air Personality Clark Howard, Atlanta’s News 95-5 and AM 750 WSB-AM, The Clark Howard Show; produced by Cox Media Group Spoken Word On-Air Personality.

Additionally, the National Radio Hall of Fame steering committee voted to induct the following two individuals for their contribution to the industry: Dan Mason, longtime CBS Radio President/CEO Scott Muni, the late legendary air personality of WABC-AM and WNEW-FM.

The induction ceremony will be held Thursday, November 5 at 6pm at the Museum of Broadcast and Communications in downtown Chicago. Tickets go on sale September 21 and can be purchased at www.radiohof.org.

WELJ-FM New London Rebrands As 104.7 NASH Icon

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2015 –– Westwood One announces the launch of 104.7 NASH Icon (WELJ-FM) in New London, CT. Jessica Vargas (shown), Vice President/Market Manager for Cumulus New London said: “We are thrilled to be bringing the NASH Icon brand to the New London market. I'd like to thank Cumulus Media's John Dickey, Mike McVay and Gary Pizzati, as well as Eddie Esserman and Joule Broadcasting for the tremendous partnership that has allowed this exciting station to come to our market."

NASH and NASH Icon are based at the NASH Campus in Nashville, the nation's only multi-media facility devoted solely to producing and distributing content based on the Country music lifestyle. Featuring three studios designed for a combination of TV and radio programming, indoor and outdoor event space, a print newsroom and extensive office space Cumulus created the NASH entertainment brand based on the Country music lifestyle in 2013 starting with flagship radio station NASH FM 94.7 in New York City. For more information and to get NASH Icon content in your market, contact Donny Walker at: dwalker@westwoodone.com and or at 615.727.6987.

MOTION: Glenn Ordway Returns to WEEI Boston For Middays; Jordan Kent To Host "Quack Attack" For 750 The Game;

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2015 –– After hosting his own Internet-based sports show, Glenn Ordway has returned to WEEI/Boston. He'll return to his former home of nearly two decades along with former Boston Red Sox infielder Lou Merloni and ex-New England Patriot Christian Fauria weekdays from 10:00AM to 2:00PM. Ordway had formerly hosted the "Big Show With The Big O" on WEEI and was also the radio voice for the Boston Celtics. He also handled radio for the Boston Bruins, NBA Radio and ESPN Radio among others. "Who says you can never go back home," said Ordway. "I'm elated to return to WEEI and look forward to reconnecting with the most passionate fans in the greatest sports city in America."

750 The Game (KXTG-AM/FM) announced that Jordan Kent will host the Oregon Ducks “ Quack Attack ” pre - game show approximately six hours before kick-off each game day. Kent is a former three sport athlete from the University of Oregon where he would go on to be drafted in 2007 by the Seattle Seahawks and later move to the LA Rams.

ABC's Muir Scoops One Hour Interview With Pope Francis

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2015 –– On Monday, August 31, Pope Francis held the first-ever televised virtual audience with Americans, a historic event moderated by "World News Tonight" Anchor David Muir from the Vatican. In the first-of-its-kind global gathering, "Pope Francis and the People," a one-hour primetime special edition of "20/20," airs on the ABC Television Network on Friday, September 4 at 10 p.m., ET.

During the interactive virtual audience, the Pope spoke with students at the Cristo Rey Jesuit High School in Chicago, individuals from homeless shelters near Skid Row in Los Angeles, and immigrants at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church near the U.S.-Mexico border in McAllen. ABC News' broadcast will air 18 days before Pope Francis' first visit to the U.S. ABC News "World News Tonight" Weekend Anchors Cecilia Vega and Tom Llamas and Fusion Anchor Mariana Atencio will report on the ground in each city. All ABC News programs will report on the special event this week. ABC News Digital will air the original taping with the Pope in English and Spanish after the special airs on Friday, September 4.

NETWORKS: The Donnie McClurkin Show Shoots To #1 In New York & Philly; Envision Debuts The Stories That Made The Music Hosted By Nick Michaels

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2015 –– How often does a faith-based, inspirational radio show knock out the competition? Never, UNTIL NOW. The Donnie McClurkin Show, hosted by award-winning singer, minister, and producer Donnie McClurkin, outperformed all other formats in two of the nation’s top markets—New York City and Philadelphia. According to the July 2015 Nielsen PPM ratings for adults 25-54, The Donnie McClurkin Show scored a 12.5 share on New York City’s Emmis-owned WBLS-FM 5a-6am, beating out the popular all-news station WINS by more than a full share point. The New York City steamroll continued in August, with The Donnie McClurkin Show grabbing an 11.6 share. For both months, these double-digit shares were the highest on that station in any hour from 5am -12 midnight Monday-Friday.

Envision Networks has announced the debut of The Stories That Made The Music created and hosted by Nick Michaels. This one-minute vignette invites listeners into the stories behind their favorite country stars and the music they create.

“I am delighted to be working with Envision Networks® to bring this powerful and compelling feature to country music radio. When it comes to engaging an audience, there is nothing better than telling a good story, especially one that helps the audience get closer to the music and artists they love. The entire team at Envision has been very supportive of the creative process that a feature like this requires,” Nick Michaels said. The Stories That Made The Music connects listeners to the music they love.

Stations interested in adding the feature to their programming should contact Amber Wade at amberw@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761. About Nick Michaels:

Steven Tyler To Be Featured In Radio Show's 'Mimosas' Event

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2015 –– The 2015 Radio Show will feature Steven Tyler, the iconic songwriter and prolific voice of the best-selling American rock band Aerosmith, in a one-on-one interview with Premiere Networks country music radio hosts Lorianne Crook and Charlie Chase. It will take place during the previously announced “Music and Mimosas” send-off event on Friday, October 2 at 9:00 a.m.

Tyler and Aerosmith have sold more than 150 million records worldwide, and he has won four Grammy Awards, six American Music Awards, four Billboard Music Awards, and an Emmy Award. In addition to having nine number one hits, Aerosmith has received 25 gold, 18 platinum and 12 multi-platinum album certifications. Tyler recently released his debut Country single “Love Is Your Name,” which garnered nearly 5 million video views in its first week.

Crook and Chase were inducted into the Country Radio Hall of Fame in February 2013.

[WATCH] 10-Yr. Old Cancer Patient Finds Out She's Meeting Taylor Swift While On The Air With 107.5's Jared & Katie

THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2015 –– Olivia (shown above) is a special 10 year old girl from the Greensboro, NC area who's battling cancer. Last week while a guest on Jared & Katie in the Morning Show on 1075 KZL she found out she's going to meet her favorite singer Taylor Swift, who, as Jason Goodman tells her, 'Really wants to meet her.' She and her family will meet Swift at her upcoming concert.

Props to J&K for working this out and, as always, thanks to Swift for proving yet again why she's one of the world's most beloved and successful stars. Follow Olivia's Facebook page, prayersforoliviadunn, and, if you can, donate to her GoFundMe account.

Bono Now Richest Pop Star With An Assist From Facebook; Minaj Made Miley Curse?

Bono Now Richest Pop Star With An Assist From Facebook - [MIRROR]

Miley Cyrus Latest Nip Slip Not Equal To JJ's Infamous Wardrobe Malfunction - [MADISON]

REPORT: Miley Cyrus Left Stage Cursing In Anger Following Minaj Diss - [EW]

UH OH: Actor Claims He Was Evicted From His Apartment By Taylor Swift - [NME]

Christina Aguilera To Give Online Singing Lessons - [IDOLATOR]

Rosie O'Donnell And Hasselbeck Disagreeing Again - [THE WRAP]

SNL Adds Stand-Up Comic Jon Rudnitsky As Featured Player - [NBC]

California High School Drives To Get Tom Hanks To Homecoming - [YAHOO]

[WATCH] Will Smith Takes On The NFL in 'Concussion' - [THR]

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