UH OH: Reality Star To Detail Affair With Morning Host In New Memoir

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2013 –– Morning shows are notorious for exposing the lives and affairs of celebrities, but for New York's DJ Envy (shown right) of Power 105, this story hits home. According to theurbandaily.com, model/reality star Erica Mena (shown left) has admitted to an affair with DJ Envy, of DJ Envy, Angela Yee and Charlamagne Tha God breakfast club. This happened before she began dating her manager, Rich Dollaz. At first, Envy denied it, but confessed to the affair on his show. He said it was his own insecurities that led him to stray from his wife, Gia Casey, who is now pregnant. Envy is apparently working out things at home and told his listeners "the hardest thing I had to do was tell my wife EVERYTHING ... We’re good. We’re not great. I don’t know what happens from here. Now if we remain together, as a relationship, we’ll see." After baring his soul on the radio he never actually mentioned Mena by name, but she had already confessed to the affair and said she would be detailing the relationship in her book, “Underneath It All.” The book is due out April 2013. Envy has appeared on shows like '106 & Park, Entourage and Tha Corner, which he hosts on the Music Choice channel.

GOLDEN VOICE 2? Radio Show Transforms Street Person Into Show Regular

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2013 –– Who can ever forget the trials and tribulations of Ted Edwards, aka "The Golden Voice." The former radio host/turned street peddler whose story got worldwide attention following his appearance on the syndicated Dave & Jimmy. Within hours he was an international sensation with job offers and TV appearances galore. Sadly, the story continued with various ups and downs, but for months we were consumed with the story. Now comes word of a similar case all the way to Westchester, England. There, Christina Percival, a producer for Key's 103 "The Wrong Show," has helped transform Stephen Rimmer (shown) from a street musician into a regular on the nationally aired show. Christina told The Bolton News that after their house band had been sacked from 13 of their stations, she invited Rimmer to appear. “I thought it would be funny to invite him on. He asked me if I had a business card, he thought I was joking. Now he is a regular part of the show, known as Squatter Stevo.” Rimmer was given a makeover including a spray tan, knitted suit, advice from celebrity life coaches and now has his own apartment after living on the streets for 4 years. Apparently, so far so good. “He's gone from just a guy living rough to having a job on the radio." Oh yeah, he now wants a girlfriend and Christina is going to try making it happen. Hey, she's a producer. It'll happen, right?

Davey Morris Adds WPRO-FM And Cumulus Corporate PD Stripes To WWKX Duties

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2013 –– Davey Morris, PD of Rhythmic formatted WWKX/Providence, adds Corporate PD stripes for Cumulus and becomes WPRO-FM PD. Cumulus Media SVP/Programming Jan Jeffries said “Davey is much deserving of the promotion to PD of WPRO-FM. His bulldog tenacity in programming, knowledge of the market and interpersonal skills are just what the station needs”. SVP/Programming Mike McVay added “Davey brings a fresh perspective to our Corporate Programming team as well as to the Providence cluster.”Davey Morris commented,” My Cumulus Providence family gets rousing applause for all the support and confidence they have had in me throughout the years, thank you! Also, a special thanks to John Dickey, Jon Pinch, Jan Jeffries and Mike McVay. They are continually influencing me and our team to strive to be one of the most dominant Media companies in America. Everyone should be so fortunate”

SHOCKER: Tiffany Hill Exits B101 Philadelphia; Ben & Skin Depart KESN/103.3 Dallas

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2013 –– 10 year market vet, Tiffany Hill, morning host at B101/Philadelphia shocked fans yesterday with news of her exit. She told Jockline Daily, "After almost ten amazing years it's time for a change. I have nothing but warm feelings for the B. I was lucky to be part of that family for so long. Nothing is forever (especially in radio) but it was a great decade! I'm enjoying my little break before I get right back in the swing of things." Hill will be followed by midday host Jenn Ryan whorl will join with co host, Michael Chew in mornings. Andrea Duffy moves from nights to middays; Jessie Jordan takes over night. –––– More shuffling in Texas as Ben & Skin, aka Ben Rogers and Jeff Wade are leaving middays at ESPN's KESN-FM 103.3 where they handled 9-Noon. Colin Cowherd moves into the slot. Reportedly, both PD Tom Lee and Jeff Wade said the split was amicable after the two sides simply couldn't come to terms on a new contract. Also leaving the lineup is the Coop & Nate Show, with Chuck Cooperstein and Nate Newton. Cooperstein will continue to hosts a 6 p.m. talk show on nights the Mavericks or the Texas Rangers aren't scheduled. Newton is said to be in the process of reassignment.

Randy Carroll To Be Voice Of San Antonio's New 92.5/K-BUC

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2013 –– Clear Channel Media and Entertainment San Antonio is flipping its rhythmic format at 92.5 FM to classic country and bringing back the familiar K-BUC calls, according to The San Antonio Biz. Journal.
The format will feature hits from the '70's through the '90's with artist such as George Strait, Garth Brooks, Alabama and other. Longtime K97/San Antonio host, Randy Carroll (shown), will be the voice of the new station, according to Clear Channel. “We are THRILLED to bring this classic station back to the San Antonio airwaves,” says Breeanna Malik, president and market manager of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment San Antonio. “This city and this genre are both rich in heritage, and we know this new station will be a hit with our listeners as well as our advertisers.”

REPORT: Radio Picking Up Steam With Digital Revenue

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2013 –– Radio gained digital share in 2012, and it looks like many stations are building on that momentum in 2013, according to a report issued by Borrell Associates on behalf of the Radio Advertising Bureau. Moreover, there appears to be significant profit in local digital sales operations, the report concludes. The report, Benchmarking: Local Radio Stations, Online Revenues, says that radio grew its online ad revenues 22 percent last year, outpacing the 20 percent overall increase in local online ad expenditures. That was enough to achieve a share increase of two-tenths of a point, to 2.0 percent. The growth signaled a boost for the radio industry, which had lost digital advertising market share for three years against aggressive sales from newspaper, TV, yellow pages and Internet pure play competitors. The results offer strong evidence that radio is turning the corner in digital sales, according to the report. "Digital strategy among radio stations and groups is varied," remarked Erica Farber, president and CEO of the Radio Advertising Bureau.

Milwaukee's Karen, Scott & Radar Celebrate 15 Year Mark With FM 106.1's Winterfest

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2013 –– It all began March 1st 1998 when Karen, Scott and Radar brightened up your mornings on FM 106.1 and 15 years later they’re still having fun playing Milwaukee’s favorite country music weekdays from 5am -10am! In 2001, the crew christened Miller Park by sitting in every seat to raise close to $50,000 for the Child Abuse Prevention Fund and continued to raise money for the CAP Fund for over a decade. In 2001, Karen, Scott & Radar won the coveted CMA Award for Broadcast Personalities of the Year! In 2007, Lady Antebellum performed at Karen, Scott & Radar’s annual deer hunting broadcast that became known as the band’s “worst gig ever” and in 2010 returned to repeat their “worst gig ever” playing for free for their fans in Milwaukee! To celebrate the 15 year mark they throwing anniversary party at its stations Winterfest from the Horny Goat Hideaway. Maggie Rose and Broken Bow Records recording artist Dustin Lynch to perform.

WKDF's Becca To Host New Syndicated "Round Trip Country" Show

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 26TH, 2013 –– Benztown Radio Networks announced the launch of Country Radio’s newest syndicated show, Round Trip Country, a two-hour weekly show that re-visits country music in the 1990’s. WKDF’s Becca (shown), the longest-running country radio personality in Nashville and co-host of television’s The Country Vibe with Chuck and Becca. Round Trip Country is produced by Dan Holiday Productions and is syndicated by Benztown. Becca said: “The engines are revving and we’re excited for Round Trip Country to take off! It’s a thrill to be able to take our listeners back to some of Country Music’s best days, the ‘90’s, where larger-than-life country superstars like George Strait, Reba McEntire, Clint Black and Brooks & Dunn moved Country Music and Country Radio in a new direction, creating some of Country’s greatest music. It’s a really fun, novel, and high-energy concept for a radio show—and now, 20 years later, it’s an idea whose time has come!” Dan Holiday, President of Dan Holiday Productions, said: “Round Trip Country is already on the air in five markets, and with Nashville’s veteran Country Radio personality and Country Music insider, Becca, as in-flight hostess." For more information visit http://www.benztown.com/roundtripcountry/

Landecker's "Records Truly Is My Middle Name" Available By Pre-Order March 1st

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 26thTH, 2013 –– Chicago's iconic host, John "Record's" Landecker's new book which debuts on March 28, but it will available for pre-order at www.eckhartzpress.com beginning March 1.  It's called "Records Truly Is My Middle Name" (shown below)by John Records Landecker (Produced by Rick Kaempfer). It covers John's 40+ years in broadcasting (WLS, WIBG, CFTR, WLUP, WCKG, WJMK, etc), features some GREAT stories, incredible pictures, and additional stories about John from more than 30 other people that have worked with like (shown L-R,) Tommy Edwards, Steve King, Yvonne Daniels, Larry Lujack and Bob Sirott and many, many more. NOTICE: Landecker and many greats from the legendary "Big 89/WLS," will be joining Morning Show Boot Camp in Chicago in August for a special "Learning from the Masters" segment, moderated by Cumulus' Jan Jeffries. Stay tuned for details coming soon. PHOTO: Courtesy of Tommy Edwards

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Entries Now Being Taken By MSBC For Greatest Bits Of The Last 25 Years

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 25TH, 2013 –– By now you've gathered there will lots of segments during this year's 25 Annual Morning Show Boot Camp in Chicago built around the number 25. What better way to celebrate the occasion than by showcasing some of radios' LEGENDARY on-air creations along with some of the very people behind them. And the term "bit" isn't limited to just fun and games. It can be an event like Tommy Sablan's "Breaking And Entering" or "Bert's Big Adventure." In short, we want "The Greatest Ideas" presented on radio over the last 25 years; the ones most often duplicated; that made national news or got the town or industry talking for days and weeks. Which one(s) do you think should DEFINITELY be on this list? Send us an EMAIL HERE. Put GREATEST BITS in subject line. We look forward to your input.

'Argo' The Nights Big Winner At The Oscars

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 25TH, 2013 –– On a hunch, we're betting there's not a radio show alive not talking this morning about last night's Oscars -- including it's emcee, Seth MacFarlane. Judging by our Facebook and Twitter pages, last night's show is getting rave reviews from radio and MacFarlane scores a thumbs up, as well. For those rare few, who may have missed last night's telecast, check out some of Seth's best lines below in Popline Daily. Meanwhile, Ben Affleck's 'Argo' was the night's big winner with 'Silver Lining's Playbook, Les Miserables, Life of Pi and Django Unchained also earning top honors as well. Adele's "Skyfall" took honors for "Best Original Song." Shown top: L-R, Ben Affleck, Anne Hathaway, Daniel Day Lewis - bottom, Jennifer Lawrence, Adele & Seth McDonald. For the complete list of winners CLICK HERE.

Jeff & Jer's Sablan & Cain Invade The Oscars

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 25TH, 2013 –– Proving once again that The Oscars' security can't be outwitted by one of radios' most top producers, Little Tommy Sablan, our unofficial correspondent at last night's event, and his lovely partner, Laura Cain, somehow landed near front row seats at the annual event. To prove they made it in safely, Tommy passed along a number of photos of them including a shot of them seated right behind Hugh Jackman and Robert Dinero. Laura even snared a pic of her with the legendary Jack Nicholson. Living up to his executive producer roots, Tommy did manage a bit of self-aggrandizement by providing himself with his own star on the legendary walk of fame (right). Big night for Seth MacFarland, too, wouldn't you say? 1

Holy Schnitt! New Attorney Added In MJ's Legal Drama

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 25TH, 2013 –– You've gotta believe, casting directors in Hollywood are keeping an eye on this one and now the plot thickens ever more. In the continuing legal drama between Tampa radio rivals Todd "MJ" Schnitt vs Bubba The Love Sponge Clem, Schnitt has now brought in a new Lawyer, according to The Tampa Bay New. Exiting the case is Phillip Campbell (shown left) victim of the alleged drunken driving setup and his partner, Jonathan J. Ellis. Entering the case will be Wil Florin. On Jan. 30, jurors found that Clem not guilty of all charges, but Scnitt's former legal team then filed an appeal. Meanwhile, just in case this does indeed end up in a mini-series, may we suggest actor/comedian, Jason Alexander, as a possibility for Schnitt. If you have others possible cast members, submit you photos and suggestions. HERE

MOTIONS: A New Brew In Grand Rapids; Mike Shannon Joins For Mornings At Star 105 Toledo

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 25TH, 2013 –– Grand Rapids has launched 101.3 FM The Brew (Grand Rapids was just named Beer City, U.S.A). Along with the announcement, comes its new line-up including Puddin (right) from 6-10 a.m., formerly of WSNX 104.5 FM; middays: Matt Walker, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., in afternoons from 3-8 p.m. is Aly, who most recently was at WKLS in Atlanta. Nights go to B-Side. Puddin tells Jockline Daily "I'm proud to call West Michigan home and excited to be back with my buddies on the bar stool here at The Brew! Thanks to Tim Feagan, Doug Montgomery, Matt Walker and the whole Brew Crew. Radio is fun again. Cheers!" Mike Shannon (left), formerly of WDJX/Louisville and most recently at WSB/Atlanta is the new morning host at Star 105/WWWM Toledo. PD Nikki Landry tells Jockline Daily: His personality is 105% contagious. I actually wake up in the morning JUST to hear his show. Love it! –––––– Buck, of the Buck & Coop Show, exits 98.7 AMP Detroit. The show will now be rebranded The Coop Show. ––––– 107.7 The End/Seattle adds Corey O'Brien as APD and morning host. O'Brien arrives from X96/Salt Lake City. ––––––– 107.5 The River/Nashville names John Mayer APD and afternoon drive host.

CRS Kicks Off This Week: Country Taking Aim At Younger Audience

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 25TH, 2013 –– As hundreds descend on Nashville this week for the annual Country Radio Seminar, younger demos will be top on mind. On the heels of WSIX-FM Nashville just launched the Bobby Bones Show, PD Michael Bryan tells tennessean.com, “We’re targeting the show to the 20- and 30-somethings, which hasn’t been done in the country format.” WSIX Program Director Michael Bryan said. “If you look at the artists, what we’re doing is a reflection of what’s popular. We have to do this if we’re going to raise a new generation of country listeners.” The agenda reflects that same sentiment with one of its sessions "Is 18-34 the new 25-54?” Twenty years ago, the topic might not have generated the same level of interest, said Sean Ross, vice president of music and programming at Edison Research. “There wasn’t any music that a self-respecting teen would have been interested in .. There wasn’t as much tempo .. There wasn’t as much of a rock edge.” Ross adds "There also wasn’t a Taylor Swift. Or a Jason Aldean. Or a Lady Antebellum." Consultant Jaye Albright says radio programmers should take a cue from census data, which indicate that today’s 16- to 33-year-olds, estimated at about 78 million people, as a group are not only larger than the generation immediately preceding them, but also larger than the leading edge of baby boomers. READ ENTIRE ARTICLE HERE

Boston's Taormina Releases "No More Comedy" Album

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 25TH, 2013 –– We were pleased to read that our friend, TJ Taormina (shown below), former co-host on the The Elvis Duran Show and newly placed host Boston's Amp Radio 103.3, has released his debut comedy album, "No More Comedy Albums." on February 20. According to comedy.broadwayworld.com, The self-produced album features funny bits written, produced and performed by TJ and comedian Jessica Kirson. "No More Comedy Albums," is being released through his production company, TJT Productions, for $9.99. be available for purchase through the website nomorecomedyalbums.com and on digital album outlets including iTunes and CD Baby. Among the highlights, include secret tapes of his parents yelling at him as a kid and his father releasing an expletive-laden rant while painting a room in their house. LISTEN TO AUDIO HERE

Jacobs Media Announces Smart Launch

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 25TH, 20123 –– A recent post in the JacoBlog about the launch of Nash FM and its difficulty in corralling its social media accounts has led to the debut of a new Jacobs Media service, Smart Launch™. Spearheaded by social media strategist, Lori Lewis (shown), the company will offer a 30-day program to ensure that new station debuts go off seamlessly – socially. It will be available to broadcasters launching new stations as well as to those defending against a debut from another station in the market. According to Lewis, “I am excited to be able to work with companies to make sure that everything’s in place socially on Day One. I’ll then personally work with a station’s social accounts to welcome fans, connect with new listeners, handle competitive threats, and take full advantage of the social sphere.” Jacobs Media President Fred Jacobs notes, “Radio pays a lot of attention to the meat and potatoes of a launch – testing the music, production, sales support, and marketing. But too often, the all-important social assets are on a back-burner or not accounted for at all. Smart Launch™ will give new stations an important advantage.” Broadcasters interested in Smart Launch™ can contact Paul Jacobs for more information – 248-353-9030.

REPORT: Radios' Star Being Dimmed By The Internet

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 25TH, 2013 –– Interesting, if not a sobering article in mysanantonio.com on the impact of internet radio. "Since the turn of the century, the onslaught of new technology has contributed significantly to the dimming commercial radio's star," says writer Nolan Hicks. "It was about that time that the first major satellite radio service launched, offering subscribers the opportunity to listen to hundreds of channels of programming for a fee. Apple created the iPod, which popularized the digital music player and allowed CD owners to put their music on one device. Tim Westergren then founded Pandora Media. And, of course, now that it isn't limited to just computers, things have gotten even more complicated. The ability to stream music from the phone in your pocket — using Pandora or one of its competitors — represents the biggest challenge to commercial radio that the technological revolution has wrought, said Larry Rosin, president of Edison Research, a media research provider ... Pandora is clearly stealing time from commercial radio music stations, primarily among people under 35 years old,” Rosin said. Some on the terrestrial radio side aren't convinced: “We've seen them complement each other,” said Ezra Kucharz, president of Local Digital Media at CBS. As an example, he said someone might listen to 1010 WINS — an all-news radio station in New York City — on their car radio on their way to work, and then use the web stream to listen to the station on their computer on the job. “They're not cannibalizing each other,” he said. “If anything, it's growing the overall pot.” READ ENTIRE ARTICLE HERE

POWERED BY PURTAN: Detroit's Radiothon Raises $1,364.122 For Salvation Army

THE MOUTH, FEBRUARY 25TH, 2013 –– Annual to radio's best bud, Art Vuolo, the annual Salvation Army Radiothon in Detroit was started 26 years ago by Dick Purtan at (then) WCZY. Those calls became WKQI and later, when Dick segued to WOMC the Radiothon shifted over to that station. After his retirement, the event was picked up by The Great Voice of the Great Lakes WJR-AM. The last two of the three Radiothons on WJR brought Purtan out of retirement and last Friday in one day, on one station, in 16 hours, they raised an amazing $1,364,122! Even in Detroit's crippled economy, Purtan said "that is impressive." The Bed and Bread Club in the Motor City provides food and shelter for the hungry and the homeless.(shown L-R - Purtan, Frank Beckmann and WJR's Kevin Metheny)

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