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Mayor Rob Ford Sticks Up For Justin Bieber On The Sports Junkies [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 31ST, 2014 –– Embattled pint star, Justin Bieber, picked up an unlikely supporter yesterday as the media's adopted Mayor, Toronto's Rob Ford stuck up for him while guesting on 106.7 WJFK - THE FAN/Washington's Sports Junkies Show. According to Global News, when Ford was asked about the singer he said "Bieber is only 19 and asked the radio personalities, who called Bieber “Canada’s worst export,” to think back to when they were that age. This followed Bieber was being charged in Toronto with assault. Ford said he’s never met Bieber and is not a fan of his music, preferring Rush and Led Zeppelin. As for Bieber, Ford added: “He’s a young guy, 19 years old. I wish I was as successful as he was.” Bieber's court date is March 10th. He's also facing charges of driving under the influence, resisting arrest and driving with an expired licence in Florida and dealing with an investigation in California involving throwing eggs at a neighbor's residence. GO TO ABOUT 5:39 MARK ON AUDIO FOR BIEBER COMMENTS - Oh yes, Rob Ford made a bold prediction for this Sunday's SB outcome - LISTEN HERE

WACO 100's Zack And Jim Morning Show To Broadcast Live From Afghanistan

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 31ST, 2014 –– WACO 100 (WACO-99.9 FM) announced that The Zack and Jim Morning Show will broadcast live from Afghanistan beginning Monday, Feb. 3 through Friday, Feb. 7. Each morning from 6-10:00 a.m. CST, the morning show will feature exclusive interviews and shout outs from soldiers as well as its popular Country music programming. WACO 100 has a long history of supporting its local troops through its deep relationship with Fort Hood. The trip marks the fourth time Zack Owen and Jim Cody have traveled to a war zone to do a live broadcast to thank our troops in 2008 and 2009 they broadcast live from Iraq and in 2011 in Afghanistan (SEE PHOTO). Since June 2013, WACO 100 (WACO-99.9 FM) joined forces with Clear Channel's 840 radio stations across the country to launch iHeartRadio Show Your Stripes, the largest public service program in the company's history. Troops serving abroad can tune-in to the special live broadcast and listen to their favorite hometown stations live everyday via iHeartRadio. Though iHeartRadio is only available in the U.S., Australia and New Zealand, deployed military personnel may access the service from any U.S. military base abroad to stay connected with their hometown while serving.

Stars Descend On Radio Row At Super Bowl XLVIII [VIDEO]

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 31ST, 2014 ––As the media descends upon the New York area in anticipation of Super Bowl XLVIII, WFAN 660 AM/101.9 FM’s Boomer and Carton spoke at length with comedian and actor Jerry Seinfeld. Live from the M&M’s World in Times Square, the morning show played 20 Questions and grilled the star and friend of the station. Some of the questions asked included: Why he and Jason Alexander (George Costanza) were spotted recently at “Tom’s Restaurant,” the Seinfeld gangs hangout -- Were other Seinfeld actors involved -- Is this Super Bowl related, or for his web series Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee - CHECK OUT INTERVIEW HERE PHOTO/WFAN –––––––––– Archie Manning, former Saints quarterback, two-time Pro Bowler, and father of Super Bowl winning quarterbacks Peyton and Eli Manning joined with WestwoodOne’s Scott Graham. –––––––––– Meanwhile, Compass Media Networks nationally syndicated Free Beer and Hot Wings Show is becoming a fixture at big events, most recently broadcasting their network show live from Radio Row in New York City for Super Bowl 48. Proving that they are no strangers to sports talk, the guys were joined on Thursday’s show by NFL greats Ed ‘Too Tall’ Jones, Jim Kelly, Dan Hampton and Eric Hipple. Friday’s broadcast will include interviews with NFL Hall of Famer Marcus Allen, as well as Dr. Oz and comedian Frank Caliendo. (L-R) Producer Joe, Eric Zane, Free Beer, NFL Hall of Famer Marcus Allen, Hot Wings.

MOTION: Larry, Kendall & Kathie Ink Longterm Extension With KQKS-FM/Denver; 107.7 Names Bentley To Morning Show; Coach Mike Holmgrin To Continue At 95 KJR

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 31ST, 2014 –– Lincoln Financial Media announced that KQKS-FM/Denver has inked longtime morning show Larry, Kendall & Kathie and their producer Wign'z to a contract extension. The show debuted in 2000 and the new deal is for "multiple years." Larry Ulibarri added, "I'm excited to continue to entertain the masses in the best city in the world. Denver has made us number one for 11 years running and in return we keep them laughing! It's a pretty fair trade. Here's to the next three years with a great crew and an outstanding station staff." –––––––––––– Entercom Buffalo announced today Tiffany Bentley will become the new morning drive host for Alternative Buffalo 107.7FM (WLKK) starting February 3rd. Bentley, as she goes by on-air, comes to Alt Buffalo after working as a music journalist at Metal Insider, The Express Times and 33 Universal. Bentley also had on-air stints at NPR in Pennsylvania and K-Rock in Syracuse, New York. “We were looking for a special talent to fill the morning drive spot on a special station and we found that person in Bentley,” said Alt Buffalo Program Director Nik Rivers. ––––––––––– Sports Radio 950 KJR, Seattle announced that former Seattle Seahawk Head Coach, Mike Holmgren, will continue as a member of the Sports Radio 950 KJR team through the 2015 Super Bowl. Holmgren will continue in his position as an NFL expert and regular contributor. “We are extremely excited to have Mike Holmgren continue as a member of the Sports Radio 950 KJR team,” said Rich Moore, Sports Radio KJR Program Director. “He has been a HUGE asset for the station and he has really enhanced our comprehensive football coverage. We look forward to working with Coach Holmgren for another year." ––––––––– Leslie Harris has joined WCKG AM 1530 as its new Director of Community Programming, effective immediately. Harris most recently worked as an on-air personality at WERV-FM/95.9 The River. According to Chicagoland Radio And Media (CRM), Harris' move to WCKG reunites her with Matt Dubiel, the station's General Manager and recent principle owner. In 2007 and 2008, Dubiel was WERV-FM's Director of Programming & Operations. There, he hired Leslie Harris to work middays at the classic rock station.

Howard's Birthday Bash Airs Tonight With Free Live Stream

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 31ST, 2013 –– It what may turn out to be the biggest birthday celebration for a radio personality, ever, tonight, after much anticipation, Howard Stern's Birthday Bash gets underway. TV and former radio host Jimmy Kimmel will host along with guest performances by Steven Tyler, John Fogerty and Jon Bon Jovi, just to name a few. Joan Rivers, Train and David Letterman are also set to join for the occasion. And for those not making the VIP list of attendees, SiriusXM subscribers, and also non-subscribers can listen free through the stream at siriusxm.com/howard. The Pre-Show begins at 4 pm ET, and a post-show set to start immediately following the conclusion of the Birthday Bash. The show gets underway at 6 pm ET on Howard 100 and Howard 101. CLICK HERE FOR FREE STREAM DETAILS

Sunday Night's Slow Jams Kicks Off 20th Anniversary

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 31ST, 2014 –– There to celebrate Benztown Radio Network's Sunday Night's Slow Jams will be new affiliates KKMJ-FM, 96.3 RnB, Austin, TX; KHLR-FM, Heartbeat 106.7, Little Rock, AR; WWZY-FM, 107.1 FM, Long Branch, NJ; and KKUU-FM, U-92.7, Palm Springs, CA. The four-hour show, which is syndicated by Benztown Radio Networks with R Dub!” celebrates 20 extraordinary years on-air this year. R Dub!, “Sunday Night Slow Jams” Host and President of Fusion Radio Networks, said: “"The growth of Slow Jams this quarter has been phenomenal. I'd like to thank our new affiliates, along with our existing ones--many who have been Slow Jammin' with us now for over a decade, as incredible numbers continue to roll in. Our stations and listeners are what make it all worthwhile— It's truly a team effort!" Cat Thomas, Director of Programming, Entercom Austin, said: “R Dub! is the quintessential slow jams host. He connects with our listeners so well, you’d swear he was in Austin. Here’s to another 20, R Dub! Congratulations!” Scott Dwyer, Program Director, KKUU-FM Palm Springs, said: “This is the second station I’ve had Sunday Night Slow Jams on. It was a no-brainer for us; amazing numbers and the listener passion level for Slow Jams is insane!"

24/7 Comedy To Celebrate Rosa Parks Day; Feature Comics Of That Era To Discuss Civil Rights

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 31ST, 2014 –– On February 4, 24/7 Comedy, the 24-hour, all-comedy format, will celebrate Rosa Parks Day by featuring comics of the era talking about civil rights. Rosa Parks Day is an observance to honor civil rights activist Rosa Parks, who was arrested for civil disobedience in 1955 when she refused to give up her seat and move to the back of a bus in Montgomery, Alabama. During that time, there was another group adding to the growing drumbeat for civil rights – the comedians. African American comics like Dick Gregory, Godfrey Cambridge and Slappy White were outspoken about necessary changes to be made in our society. To commemorate their efforts, 24/7 Comedy will feature special tracks by these comedians and others as they spoke out in the language of the times. Tune in at :57 after the hour all day on February 4, Rosa Parks Day, to hear their fight for civil rights with comedy. For more information, please visit www.247comedy.com. or contact Premiere Networks at 818-377-5300.

Radio Producer Inks Commitment To Show With Show Logo

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 31ST, 2014 –– This week on the nationally syndicated Zach Sang and The Gang, long time producer Heather Connor made a life long commitment to Zach, the show and to their listeners. She got the Zach Sang and The Gang logo (inset) tattooed on her rib cage LIVE ON THE AIR. "Getting the logo of their company tattooed on their body is something that people joke about or companies ask their employees to do just to make press...Heather actually did it and she will be with me forever whether she wants to or not" said 20 year old Zach Sang. "After a little more than a year and now on 25 radio stations Heather said "I wanted to show my commitment to the radio show and to our listeners" said Heather, who's been working with Zach for 4 years. Radio veteran and WYM/WYD executive on the show Ron Hartenbaum says "Heather’s tattoo symbolizes the life long commitment we make to our listeners and to every station we are lucky to work with. This young group of radio professionals are changing the way we all listen to and interact with radio.” For more info on Zach Sang and The Gang contact Liz Laud LizLaud@mac.com 310-625-9753

Margoe Robbie Comes Through For Listener Who Snags $1,000 In Getting Her To Call Show

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 31ST, 2014 –– if you've seen 'The Wolf of Wall Street,' you now, no doubt, have an idelible imprint in your mind, frame by frame, of of Hollywood actor Margot Robbie (L). The 23-year-old Australian actor arrived in New Zealand last week to begin filming science fiction tale 'Z for Zachariah.' The Film also stars Star Trek's Chris Pine and '12 Years a Slave's' Chiwetel Ejiofor. Meanwhile, Z4Z Film Production line producer Murray Francis was listening to our BFF Dom & Jay Jay Fenny on The Edge in New Zealand and took them up on their offer of a $1000 prize to anyone who could get Robbie to ring them. Before passing the phone on to Robbie, he claimed his prize. But before you cry foul over her producer claiming the cash, be comforted in knowing he's donating half the money to the Port Levy volunteer fire brigade, and the remaining $500 to the Port Levy marae who welcomed the cast and crew to the area. While on the air, Feeney asked about dating Orlando Bloom, Leo diCaprio and being naked in a movie

WTOP D.C. Prepares For Super Bowl With Snack Stadium

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 31ST, 2014 –– As we prepare for yet another Super Bowl Sunday, let's be honest, as much as we love the game & commercials, the mountains of munchies that go with any respectful gathering help add to the occassion. WTOP/Washington's Laurie Cantillo says "One of the best (and worst) things about working at WTOP is all the food temptations in the Glass Enclosed Nerve Center. Here's our "snack stadium" to get everyone revved up for the Big Game!" Nice touch on the weiner goal posts, too. Happy Super Bowl Weekend everyone!

HIDE THE CHILDREN: Shikira & Rihanna 'Remember To Forget You' Video Is Here

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Final Beatle's Rooftop Performance 45 Years Ago - [HUFFPO]

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CBS Orders Ben Affleck, Matt Damon Comedy Pilot - [THR]

UH OH: Oscar Nominated 'Alone Yet Not Alone' Song, Voted Revoked - [CNN]

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'Entourage's' Perrey Reeves to Handle Mrs. Ari Role In Film - [DEADLINE]

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JAILHOUSE ROCK: Justin Bieber Facing Assault Charge In Toronto

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 30TH, 20134–– For the second time in a week, Justin Bieber found himself in in another police station. This time it was in Toronto following an assault charge last month for allegedly hitting a Toronto limousine driver several times in the back of the head. It came just hours after his attorney entered a not guilty plea in Florida to drunken-driving and other charges. According to CBS News, police claim Bieber was one of six people who were picked up by a limousine from a nightclub in the early morning hours of Dec. 30, and there was an altercation while en route to a hotel. Howard Weitzman, Bieber's attorney in California, said his client is innocent and declined to comment further saying it was now a matter for the court to handle. Weitzman said he expects the case to be treated as a summary offense, which is the equivalent of a misdemeanor in the United States. Bieber arrived wearing a coat and a backwards ball cap before entering the jail. He spent about an hour and a half there before leaving through a back exit. This follows Bieber's latest flap in Florida and an investigation for felony vandalism in Los Angeles County over an egg-tossing episode that did $20,999 in damage to his neighbor's home. Bieber's antics have prompted more than 115,000 people to sign a WhiteHouse.gov petition demanding that the star be deported to his native Canada. Because the petition has topped 100,000 signatures, the Obama administration must respond to it. At least three radio stations, both in the states and Canada, have banned his music until he seeks help.

MOTION: CCME Seattle Names Kent Haehl Market President; Chris Tyler Shifts To PD Of CCME Cleveland Cluster

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 30TH, 2014 –– CCME Seattle announced that Kent Haehl (L) has been named Market President, effective immediately. Haehl will join Clear Channel Seattle with more than 25 years of experience in the media industry, most recently serving as CEO of Channel One Network, a daily global television news network. His previous experience also includes senior sales and marketing roles at In-Store Broadcasting Network and Meredith Broadcasting Group/Meredith Corporation. "I feel extremely grateful to begin working with such a talented team of professionals at Clear Channel Seattle," said Haehl. "I'm looking forward to leading the market to continued success and to unlocking the full potential of our brands in one of America's greatest cities." ––––––––––– Meanwhile, CCME Cleveland announced that Chris Tyler (R) has been named Program Director of WMMS, WAKS and 99X, effective Monday, February 17, 2014. Tyler has spent the last three years at Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Providence, where he served as Vice President of Programming for the cluster, and Program Director for Rock WHJY-FM. He has a long tenure and success record with Clear Channel. Tyler began his career in 1998 in Boston where he spent more than 10 years in a variety of roles, including Program Director for the legendary KISS 108 WXKS-FM. “I’m beyond thrilled to join the amazing people in our Cleveland cluster,” said Tyler. “Programming such legendary stations as WMMS and 96.5 Kiss-FM is an opportunity I welcome with open arms. Plus, it’s not every day you get the chance to work with killer talents like Rover and Alan Cox. Thanks to Tom McConnell, Gene Romano, Gary Mincer and Keith Abrams for their enormous support during this process.”

EXECUTIVE ACTION: Tom Langmyer Tapped As New VP/GM of Journal's Milwaukee Radio Operations

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 30TH, 2014 –– Along with his current title of VP/News-Talk, Tom Langmyer (R) has been appointed as Journal's new VP/GM of its Milwaukee operations. The announcement was made by Steve Wexler, who formerly held the position, but will now focus on its 35-station radio division. "Tom is a trusted leader with a well-known track record of success," said Wexler. "Our radio stations are in excellent hands with Tom at the helm. Tom has already made significant contributions to our company, and I'm THRILLED to have a broadcaster of his caliber running our flagship stations." Prior to joining Journal last August, Langmyer’s background included stints as VP/GM at WGN/Chicago and KMOX/St. Louis and as VP of News/Talk for CBS Radio St. Louis. "I’m grateful to Steve Wexler for the opportunity to lead the team at the Milwaukee Radio Operations to provide value for our listeners, team partners and advertisers," said Langmyer.

NBC Sports Radio's Chipper Jones, Rescues Brave's First Baseman In Snow

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 30TH, 2014 –– Unless you've been tucked away in the prize closet for the last few days, you know that this past Tuesday, Atlanta got socked pretty good with a snow storm. Even as recently as yesterday, auto passengers were trying to recover their cars from area roads. Legendary Brave's former third baseman, Chipper Jones, who now serves as an announcer for NBC Sports Radio, played the role of superhero yesterday to current Braves first baseman Freddie Freeman who found himself stuck in the mess. He tweeted: "Going on 5 and a half hours in this traffic! Atlanta traffic is the worst but then you add snow…woah!! — Freddie Freeman (@FreddieFreeman5) January 28, 2014 Enter Chipper Jones’ girlfriend (R): "I’m thinking abt sending @RealCJ10 (Chipper) on rescue runs..any takers? Rescuing @FreddieFreeman5 now…There to the rescue, Chipper on his four-wheeler. "They made it home safe and sound! #thankful @RealCJ10 @FreddieFreeman5. Must have been a sight to behold, seeing Chipper and Freeman, two of Atlanta's all-time most popular players, roaming down the freeway on an ATV.

Portland Thunder Signs Multi-Year Deal With 750 the Game

Portland's Arena Football League’s Portland Thunder signs multi-year partnership deal with 750 The Game (KXTG)! 750 The Game (KXTG-AM) and Alpha Broadcasting announced today that they have entered into a multi-year partnership agreement with the new Arena Football League Team; Portland Thunder. The Portland Thunder will play 18 games total with 9 home games at the Moda Center. “Sports fans in Oregon know that 750 The Game is the premiere sports radio station in the state. We are thrilled to have partnered with 750 The Game and Alpha Broadcasting in airing the inaugural season of Portland Thunder Arena Football,” said Portland Thunder Owner Terry Emmert. Milt McConnell, Alpha Broadcasting Senior VP/Market Manager commented, “We are really excited to be a part of bringing the high scoring Arena Football League’s Portland Thunder to our community. This is an entertaining brand that extends Alpha’s live and local focus.” For complete Portland Thunder schedule details or for more information please go to 750thegame.com 750 The Game is the home of the Oregon Ducks, Portland Timbers, Portland Thunder, NFL, March Madness, Super Bowl and the 2014 Winter Olympics!

Stars Invaded Grammy's Radio Row

THE MOUTH, JANUARY 30TH, 2014 –– As sport's networks and others gather for Super Bowl's radio row, little did we know, there was a pretty flashy radio row at the 56th Annual Grammy Awards, hosted by Westwood One. Grammy's Radio Row was held this last Thursday and Friday at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. Benztown had a booth to capture artist audio for its library and imaging services. Among their many celeb visitors who came by to say hello to Gary, Benztown's uber-awesome space robot, were Ariana Grande, Blair Garner, Dr. Drew Pinsky (R) Grammy-winning artist John Legend and more.