[LISTEN] WFAN’s Craig Carton Scoops Interview With Ray Rice Says He's Very Remorseful THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2014 –– WFAN/NYC co-host Craig Carton says Ray Rice “is trying to repair the damage” after shocking video from a February domestic incident resulted in his release from the Baltimore Ravens. As it turns out, both are alums of New Rochelle High School in Westchester County and he spoke at length with the embattled running and relayed details details on Wednesday’s “Boomer &Carton” show. “He’s miserable. He’s embarrassed,” Carton said. “He recognizes that this has now stained who he is as a man. That this is now who he is — this is the impression everybody will have of him other than family members and people closest to him. And he is dedicated to righting that wrong as best he can.” Meanwhile, Janay Rice stood by her husband in a statement Tuesday on Instagram, criticizing the media for making her relive a “nightmare” and taking away Ray Rice’s livelihood. “He is very much in love with his wife,” Carton said of Rice. “They are very much together. They have gone to counseling. He is in this pretrial intervention program. … He’s most likely moving out of Maryland, selling his house. “And I asked him about playing football, and he goes, ‘It’s not on my mind right now.’ What’s on his mind is trying to repair the damage and making sure that people (know) that he is better, his relationship is better — they have a beautiful daughter together — and that’s what his focus is on right now.” Ray is very remorseful, takes full ownership of it and recognizes that this is now what people will think about him. And he has to do a lot of work to try to change that. Because he’d like people to know that’s not who Ray Rice is.” LISTEN HERE
NAB/RAB Chiefs Address Radio Show THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2014 –– Gordon Smith, president and CEO of the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), welcomed attendees to this week's radio show in Indianapolis. Marking his fifth year in command he said, 'These past five years have been an incredible privilege for me…it is an honor making sure policymakers and the rest of America truly understand the many ways you give back.' Pointing out some of the challenges back in Washington, D.C. that could impact the ability to serve local communities, he spoke of educating congress on new performance tax, which would harm radio stations and put local jobs at risk. "As you well know, this is about artists and record labels insisting we pay them for the airplay they eagerly ask us to play,' said Smith. "Though we’ve been successful thus far, it doesn’t mean we can let down our guard." As for the future, Smith added, "Despite all the competition for consumers’ attention – from the Internet, personal listening devices… and other emerging technologies… radio’s brightest days are ahead." RAB president/CEO Erica Farber opened with what called 'a love story.' 'There was a period a few years ago -- let's call it the Dark Times -- when people enjoyed heralding the death of radio. The world is all new, they cried, and radio is an old medium. PowerPoint decks featured numerous pictures of 1950s families sitting around a giant wireless -- remember the old Sylvanias -- tuning into the Lone Ranger while wearing suits and dresses and hats inside the house. Even the children. Those of us who loved radio were worried. Was our old flame losing its luster? Would we be able to keep the magic alive? Fortunately, it turned out the reports of our death were slightly exaggerated, because we were not alone in our affection for radio. In fact, far from it. People love radio. They loved it in the 50s and they love it now.' She then turned her attention to digital radio saying 'It's the best game in town. It's our fastest growing revenue sector: $889 million dollars last year, and up 12% for the first half of this year.' She added, 'While we all know that digital is radio's new frontier, we have some work to do."
BTLS Pledges $10K For Fallen Deputy's Family THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2014 –– Syndicated host Bubba the Love Sponge is giving his support to the family of Deputy Joe Matuskovic (L), who was fatally shot while responding to a disturbance at an apartment complex on Monday night. According to kptv.com, Bubba The Love Sponge Clem announced Tuesday he will be sending $10,000 to the widow of Deputy Matuskovic through his Bubba the Love Sponge Foundation. Bubba's foundation provides immediate relief to the widows of fallen law enforcement officers in his syndicated markets. Bubba opened his show on Tuesday by offering condolences to the Charleston County, FL Sheriff's Office. Deputy Matuskovic was reportedly shot while responding to a disturbance call around 7:30 p.m., and was pronounced dead at MUSC at 8:37 p.m. A second deputy, Michael Ackerman, was also shot in the leg and is recovering following surgery at an area hospital. On Wednesday, Bubba said he is also working to raise funds for the family of Larry Britton, a volunteer Rescue Squad member who officials say suffered a fatal cardiac event while assisting officers Monday night. Funding for the Bubba the Love Sponge Foundation is raised through Bubba's "Bikes for Badges" charity motorcycle rides, as well as the annual "BTLS Foundation Raffle."
Tom Joyner Sets A New Record For Mississippi McDonald’s
THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2014 –– Tom Joyner, host of the nationally syndicated radio show The Tom Joyner Morning Show, along with co-hosts Sybil Wilkes, and J. Anthony Brown served over 400 cars in a local McDonald’s drive-thru setting a new record serving up free lunch to his listeners from Kixie 107 FM –WKXI- FM107.5, Jackson Mississippi. Breaking records is nothing new for Tom Joyner. For 7 years he helmed 2 radio shows in 2 market all in the same day 5 days a week. He set a record filling a 3,000 passenger cruise ship before they chartered ships. Today he trail blazed a new record filling a McDonald’s drive through in Jackson, Mississippi and serving over 400 cars – shattering their previous record according to local McDonald’s owner MyJoy Inc - serving up free lunch to his listeners from radio station Kixie 107 FM –WKXI- FM107.5, Jackson Mississippi. Currently Joyner and crew are on a tour of his affiliates visiting 4 this week starting in New Orleans (KMEZ-FM 106.7), Baton Rouge (KQXL 106.5FM), and Jackson, MS (WKXI-FM 107.5) ending in Memphis TN (KJMS 101.1FM) at the Southern Heritage Classic.
Audio’s 30 Under 30 Honorees Announced At Radio Show THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2014 - RAIN News in partnership with Edison Research announced the Audio’s 30 Under 30, honoring top talent in radio and audio. Among the youngest on the list: Zach Sang, the 21 year old host of nationally syndicated Top 40 Night Show Zach Sang and The Gang Creator, Executive Producer and host of nationally syndicated Top 40 Night Show Zach Sang and The Gang / WYD Media/WestWood One, as well as TJ Taormina, of 103.3 Amp Boston. Edison President Larry Rosin commented: “The 2104 list of future leaders in the audio industry truly reflects the diversity of our world today. We have young people representing almost every facet of the audio industry. From Broadcast to Online, entrepreneurs and successful executives at large legacy companies, programmers and air talents everything in between. Knowing that such fantastic young talent is now in the world of audio should make us optimistic for the future.” Edison first introduced the “30 Under 30” concept to radio with international searches for talented young broadcasters in 2007. Honorees had to be no older than 30 years old as of September 9, 2014, and may not have been previously recognized. SEE ALL INFORMATION HERE
[WATCH] Louisville Host's Home Burglarized During Yard Sale THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2014 –– Following a yard sale posted on (C)raigslist, 84HAS Louisville's Kristen Thoburn (inset) ended up having her home burglarized by men who had arrived to shop. According to wave.com, two men have now been charged with breaking into her home Monday morning and stealing cash and thousands of dollars of jewelry and electronics. A neighbor, Bowdie Ross, noticed the men breaking into Thoburn's after they first parked in the driveway, knocked on the front door and then go around back of the home. That's when Ross called police. Both men have been charged with burglary with one of the men's mother also being charged. According to wlky.com, Thoburn said "I don't think we're going to be doing another yard sale for a while. I think it's just going to go to Goodwill, and I'm going to sleep better at night." Reportedly, Thoburn said she's retrieved most of what was stolen.,She said police also recovered a gun, heroin and other stolen property in the area. WATCH HERE
MOTION: DC101 Names Josh Klinger For Nights; Fred Roggin Joins The Beast L.A. THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2014 –– WWDC/DC101, DC’ announced today that Josh Klinger has been named Night Host, beginning September 17, 2014. Klinger will host weekdays from 7p.m. to midnight EST. Klinger has more than 25 years of experience in the radio industry and most recently worked out of the Clear Channel Atlanta market, entertaining listeners as an on-air talent. He also previously hosted mornings on WKLS in Atlanta. Prior to his time in Atlanta, Klinger served as the Afternoon Drive Host for WPLA in Jacksonville, Fla. “Klinger is a gifted on-air personality who gives life to the world of rock,” said James Howard, WWDC, Program Director. “I am so thrilled up to be a part of a legendary station that thrives on having dynamic personalities like EITM, Mike Jones and Roche,” said Klinger. ########## Fred Roggin has been tapped for The Beast L.A. where he will host a new three hour show weekdays from noon to 3:00pm. As longtime sports anchor for NBC4, he's well known to sports fans in so-cal. “I’ve been fortunate to be on NBC4 for over 30 years and I look forward to it every day,” Roggin said. “I started my career in radio and can’t wait to be part of one of the most exciting things to happen on L.A. radio in years. I’m ready to go Beast mode!” He'll follow The Jim Rome Show on The Beast 980.
EXECUTIVE ACTION: Mike Wheeler Named PD Of WJR/Detroit; Alpha Taps Rachel Davis For Promo Post Richmond Cluster THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2014 –– Cumulus announces that programming veteran Mike Wheeler has been appointed Program Director of WJR-AM in Detroit. Raised in Detroit, Wheeler started his radio career in on-air posts at Motor City stations WNIC, WABX, WHYT and WCZY. Wheeler comes to Cumulus from Clear Channel, where he has served for the past five years as Regional Program Manager for Clear Channel’s Connecticut stations. Prior to that, Wheeler was Program Director for CBS’ DaveFM in Atlanta, and was Regional Vice President of Programming for Clear Channel in Atlanta, St. Louis, and Toledo. ########### Alpha Media Richmond announces Rachel Davis as Promotions Director for the Richmond cluster including 98.9 Liberty (WWLB-FM), Big Oldies 107.3 (WBBT-FM), 93.1 The Wolf (WLFV-FM), and WARV-FM. Rachel arrives from Albany Broadcasting in Albany, NY. Prior to working with Albany broadcasting, she received a Bachelor’s of Arts in Music Industry degree from the University of New Haven and has worked with Universal Music Group’s Decca Label Group in New York. She has also spent 4 years working with the Event Staff for the Albany Devils, an AHL affiliate of the New Jersey Devils.
Mix 104.1 Boston's Kennedy Side-Lined By Vocal Chords Condition THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2014 –– Kennedy, one half of Mix 104.1 Boston's Karson & Kennedy Show, will be out for the next 4-6 weeks resting her voice. She told listeners in a note: Something I found out at the doctors this week… that for an entire month I’ll be unable to speak They found something strange on my vocal chords. And as soon as they saw it I said oh Lord. They tell me it’s something called a granuloma. From this point forward I’m going to call her Mona. The only way to make old Mona go away
Is This The Next James Bond? Did You See Miracle Girl, Kali Hardig In Good Housekeeping Holding B98.5 Mic Flag? THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 11TH, 2014 –– Paul and Young Ron had actor and star of the new move The Guest Dan Stevens (L CENTER) in studio and asked him if he will be the next JAMES BOND. Well, he didn't say no. Listen HERE to what he had to say. ######### In the September 2014 issue of Good Housekeeping you'll find this photo of Kali Hardig (w/B 98.5 Mic Flag) from their 2014 Radiothon at Children's Hospital. Kali is the Little Rock miracle girl who survived a brain eating amoeba thanks to the care provided by Arkansas Children's Hospital. Her Mom has been battling cancer this past year. Their March 2014 Radiothon raised over $272,000 for ACH.
Mike Tyson Goes Off On TV Reporter: Calls Him A Piece Of S***; F*** You!
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Benztown Partners With L.A.'s KKGO-FM In New Country Imaging And Production Agreement THE MOUTH, SEPTEMBER 10TH, 2014 –– Benztown has entered into an exclusive agreement with KKGO-FM, Go Country 105, to provide comprehensive imaging and voiceover services to the iconic Los Angeles station. KKGO will become the flagship station for the Benztown Country Production/Imaging Library, with all pre-produced shellable elements (sweepers, promos, brandings) in the library that reflect the station’s likeness and positioners. “We are excited to partner with Benztown in bringing world class production and imaging to our listeners.” Dave “Chachi” Denes, Benztown President said: “Saul Levine is a legend in our industry and we’re honored, privileged, lucky, thrilled, pumped, stoked and really really really happy to work him, Michael Levine, Kane Biscaya, Larry Morgan and the incredible Team at Go Country 105! To inaugurate this partnership we’re producing special imaging for the new Tim McGraw album release next Tuesday, that will air throughout the day.” This material may be reproduced, copied or redistributed without the written permission from Jockline Daily. To submit news or photos email us HERE, or contact us at 770-737-2700
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