CMA Announces Jim Ed Brown and The Browns, Grady Martin, and The Oak Ridge Boys As Newest Members Of CMHOF

THE MOUTH, MARCH 26TH, 2015 –– The Country Music Association announced that Jim Ed Brown and The Browns, Grady Martin, and The Oak Ridge Boys will become the newest members of the revered Country Music Hall of Fame. Jim Ed Brown and The Browns (siblings Maxine and Bonnie) will be inducted in the “Veterans Era Artist” category, while The Oak Ridge Boys (Duane Allen, Joe Bonsall, William Lee Golden, and Richard Sterban) will be inducted in the “Modern Era Artist” category. Martin will be inducted in the “Recording and/or Touring Musician Active Prior to 1980” category, which is awarded every third year in a rotation with the “Non-Performer” and “Songwriter” categories. The Browns, Martin, and The Oak Ridge Boys will increase membership in the coveted Country Music Hall of Fame from 124 to 127 members. Induction ceremonies for Martin (who passed away in 2001), Jim Ed Brown and The Browns, and The Oak Ridge Boys will take place at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in the CMA Theater later this year. READ MORE HERE

MOTION: Corey Calhoun Joins Lineup At Louisville's 97.5 WAMZ

THE MOUTH, MARCH 26TH, 2015 –– 97.5 WAMZ announced that radio personality Corey Calhoun will host afternoon drive, effective immediately. Calhoun replaces Coyote Calhoun, who announced his retirement. His radio career has included stops in Atlanta; Ithaca; Brunswick, Ga.; and Lexington, Ky. before landing at top-rated 97.5 WAMZ. WAMZ has been No. 1 in the market for much of its 35 year history and remains one of the most listened to radio stations in Kentuckiana. "Corey has big shoes to fill, but we are thrilled to welcome him to the WAMZ staff and Louisville," said Michael Jordan, Program Director, WAMZ. "Corey’s energy and enthusiasm is contagious, he is a great addition to the WAMZ team. We have big plans for the future for WAMZ." "What an amazing opportunity this is, I’m still pinching myself to make sure I’m not dreaming! To be a part of a station with such an impressive history and follow in the footsteps of a legend like Coyote, is what you work for your entire career," said Calhoun.

[WATCH] Cissy Houston Breaks Silence On Bobbi Kristina's Condition With WBLS' New York's Shaila

'There's Not A Great Deal Of Hope'

THE MOUTH, MARCH 26TH, 2015 – The mystery surrounding Bobbi Kristina's condition continues to pervade top media circles with the most recent news of her being moved from a hospital to a rehab center. Seen by some as possibly a positive sign, Kristina's grandmother, Whitney's mom, Cissy Houston sat down with WBLS/New York's "Midday's With Shaila" to shed more light on what's been a closely guarded story. After pausing, she said "You know... there's not a great deal of hope. We're praying.' Cissy told Shaila she was very appreciative of all the prayers and warm words that fans are sending. Earlier this week, a source close to the Browns told People that some family members wanted to move her out of the hospital and into the rehab facility earlier, but her father, Bobby Brown, held off on the decision. In the interview, Houston said she had put her faith in God. She also clarified if Aretha Franklin is the Godmother of Whitney and talked about singing back-up on "How Will I Know."

Pacquiao-Mayweather Fight To Air On GMA Stations Nationwide

THE MOUTH, MARCH 26TH, 2015 –– Some are calling it the fight of the century; Manny Pacquiao's vs. Floyd Mayweather on May 2. And like boxing's golden years it will be be broadcast nationally on GMA radio stations. This was announced in a news conference for the fight's broadcast, according to gmanetwork.com. "We will be airing the fight live and in real-time... in all our radio stations AM and FM," said Mike Enriquez, GMA's Senior Vice President for Radio. "This is not going to be a delayed broadcast or what and this will be aired not only in Mega Manila but in all our radio station AM and FM from as far as south of Tuguegarao to as far south of Zamboanga. So even the people in places like Maguindanao and Basilan, they will have a chance to listen to live real-time blow-by-blow fight," he added. Previous Pacquiao fights have also aired live over GMA radio stations in the past. Unlike before, however, GMA-7 has waived its rights for an exclusive broadcast of the fight, allowing rival networks ABS-CBN and TV5 to air the mega-bout as well. "It's a personal request from Manny Pacquiao (to include ABS-CBN and TV5 in the broadcast)," said GMA-7 Executive Vice President Felipe S. Yalong. Pacquiao, in a short message beamed live from Los Angeles, thanked officials of the three networks and rights-holder Solar Entertainment for coming together to air his fight.

NETWORKS: Bob & Tom Create NCAA Songs For Affiliates; FSR's Deb Carson Host 'Going For The Gold Event In LA

THE MOUTH, MARCH 26TH, 2015 –– Westwood One’s popular radio comedy The Bob & Tom Show is once again helping cheer on NCAA college basketball fans in each of their affiliate markets with customized songs for local stations airing The Bob & Tom Show. “Cuttin’ Down The Nets” is a market and team specific song, customized with names of the team, coach and players. Tom Griswold of The Bob & Tom Show said “This is a terrific opportunity for us to create something exclusive and fun for our listeners that can only be heard on The Bob & Tom Show affiliate stations. “Cuttin’ Down The Nets” is performed by Duke Tumatoe and The Bob & Tom Band, and recorded at the show’s recording studio in Indianapolis. Bob & Tom have released more than 60 comedy albums, CDs and DVDs, and expanded their brand with popular comedy tour live shows.

FOX Sports Radio National Anchor and Baylor University alumna Deb Carson recently emceed the school’s 4th annual Going For The Gold Gala, which helps raise scholarship funds for nursing students. Carson was joined at the event in Dallas, Texas, by fellow alumni, NFL Quarterback and 2011 Heisman Trophy Winner Robert Griffin III (BU ’10) who served as keynote speaker for the evening, and special guest Mike Singletary (BU ’81), NFL Coach and Pro Football Hall of Fame member. More than 900 guests attended the gala, which raised a record $1.5 million in scholarship money for students at Baylor University’s Louise Herrington School of Nursing. Below is a photo from the event: Pictured left to right: Robert Griffin III, Deb Carson and Mike Singletary

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Neil Fox Charged With Nine (S)ex Offenses

THE MOUTH, MARCH 26TH, 2015 –– The Magic 105.4 London Breakfast show host and former Capital FM presenter Neil Fox has been charged with nine (s)ex offences involving six people, of whom three were allegedly juveniles at the time. The Metropolitan Police announced the 53-year-old is alleged to have carried out the attacks between 1991 and last year. He will be charged with one count of indecent assault on a female aged under 14 and two counts of indecent assault on a female aged under 16. These offences are alleged to have taken place between 1991-1996 and relate to three separate victims who were juveniles at the time of the alleged offences. Neil was working at Capital FM at the time and hosting the Pepsi Chart show. In addition he will also be charged with four counts of indecent assault against a girl over 16 and two (a)exual assaults. Neil remains off-air at Bauer’s Magic Radio where he was arrested in September 2014.

Concerns For "Brian" After John Laws Reduces Caller To Tears - On Sydney Australia’s 2SM, John Laws reduced an 80-year-old caller to tears after the elderly man called to talk about being (s)exually assaulted as a child. It's not the first time the veteran jock has found himself in trouble when discussing (s)exual assault with callers, suggesting to a female listener in 2013, women who dress provocatively were “rape bait”. The call in which “Brian” revealed his ordeal at the hands of a male attacker has angered Dr. Cathy Kezelman, President of ASCA (Adults Surviving Child Abuse) who is “disappointed” at the level of ignorance shown by Laws. During the call Laws suggested "Brian", “...go to the pub and have a lemonade for God’s sake.” Dr. Kezelman said, “Announcers who receive these calls can do best by listening, hearing, validating and being empathic, and finally provide information for the caller encouraging them to seek professional support.”

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NASH 94.7 New York Takes Nash Bash To Barclays Center

THE MOUTH, MARCH 26TH, 2015 –– Cumulus Media's NASH 94.7 in New York hosted the first NASH BASH Country concert at Barclays Center last Wednesday night in the Cushman & Wakefield Theater. New York Country fans enjoyed an all-star lineup of artists, including headliner Cole Swindell performing his chart-topping song "Chillin' It" and his hit single "Ain't Worth the Whiskey." Other performers included Country favorites Gloriana, Jana Kramer (shown) and Michael Ray. The evening was emceed by NASH 94.7 personalities Kelly Ford (inset) and Jesse Addy. This was the first NASH BASH concert at Barclays Center as part of the newly-launched partnership between Cumulus Media and Barclays Center that will bring at least two concerts annually to the Brooklyn venue.

WLAV-FM Grand Rapid's Tony Gates Recognized Fro Fight Against Hunger

THE MOUTH, MARCH 26TH, 2015 –– Last Thursday, Grand Rapids, MI, Mayor George Heartwell recognized popular WLAV-FM morning show host Tony Gates and other contributors to the success of Thursday's Michigan Sportsmen Against Hunger Food Drive, now in its 15th year at the Ultimate Sport Show. The Food Drive, which has been spearheaded by Tony Gates for the last 15 years and is one of the largest one-day drives in the State of Michigan. Volunteers from area sportsmen's clubs collected several tons of food this year from thousands of donors. The presentation to Gates was made by Grand Rapids Mayor George Heartwwell in the RV in front of DeVos Place, from which Gates and WLAV-FM broadcast from 6:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 19. In the 15 years of this annual drive, WLAV-FM has averaged almost 2000 bags of groceries every year and delivered over 120,000 lbs. of food to Grand Rapids area food banks and kitchens.

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GAME ON: ESPN 980's Man Cave Set To Debut Following Delay

THE MOUTH, MARCH 25TH, 2015 –– Following a strange turn of events a couple of weeks back, ESPN 980/Wash. DC' highly publicized new Man Cave Show is set to return AGAIN following an unexplained delay. According to The Washington Post, it will make its debut Monday, two weeks after it was abruptly shelved, a move which led to accusations that Redskins owner Daniel Snyder, who also owns the radio station, was seeking to kill the program to silence a well-known media critic. Adding to the drama, someone made prank calls to WTEM this month claiming to be the president of ESPN and demanded the show’s cancellation. Although a hoax, the person making them mimicked ESPN President John Skipper’s Southern drawl and knew enough about ESPN 980’s inner workings to initially convince station executives it was the real deal. The Man Cave will be co-hosted by former Washington Post columnist Jason Reid (shown) and veteran radio and TV personality Chris Paul. With an original debut set for March 16th, the morning kicked off with Mike & Mike and offered no explanation of what happened. Instead. As Jockline reported, sports rival 106.7 the Fan (WJFK-FM), had a field day with launch fail mocking the incident.

103.7 KVIL Dallas Loads Up With Kannon As Its New Morning Host

THE MOUTH, MARCH 25TH, 2015 –– 103.7 KVIL/Dallas Ft. Worth names Mike Kannon is the new morning drive host on 103.7 KVIL. Kannon was most recently morning drive host for KLIF-FM in Dallas-Fort Worth. Prior to that, he was program director at WRDW-FM in Philadelphia. Kannon has also served as music director and nighttime host at WBTS-FM in Atlanta and held the same positions at WJBQ-FM in Portland, Me. He began his radio career as a high school student in Raleigh, hosting weekend overnights at WRDU-FM and went on to become the mix show DJ in Boston for a nationally-syndicated program, 'Open House Party,' which he now hosts on Sunday nights. 'I'm so happy to be doing what I love in the greatest city in the world,' Kannon said. The new lineup features Kannon in mornings, 10:00 a.m. 3:00 p.m. Sybil Summers 3:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m., Leigh Ann Adam and Courtney Kerr 7:00 p.m. midnight, Kory.

MOTION: AM 560 The Answer Chicago Announces Revised Lineup; Keven Kennedy Take Afternoons At WKLB-FM/Boston

THE MOUTH, MARCH 25TH, 2015 –– AM 560 The Answer announced the addition of four new programs to the radio station’s line - up, effective Monday, March 30. The station has made official the addition of Dan Proft as permanent morning co-host, alongside Amy Jacobson. Together, Proft and Jacobs on will host the newly created , “Chicago’s Morning Answer,” which will air each weekday morning from 5 to 9am. In addition, Mike Gallagher will be added from 9 to 11am each weekday. He'll be followed by Dennis Prager, who will now be heard from 11am to 2pm weekdays, replacing Dennis Miller, who announced his retirement from radio last month . The other programming change announced is the addition of “The Dave Ramsey Show” to AM 560. The program will air from 7 to 10pm each weeknight, following the Joe Walsh Show. Also, “This Morning with Gordon Deal,” will debut on AM 560 on Monday, March 30th. The program had aired in Chicago until late last year, when it was rebranded and relaunched through Compass Media Networks.

Yup, yet another Kennedy is headed to Boston. This time it's Keven Kennedy, aka Nudge, who will take the reigns of PM Drive on WKLB-FM. Kennedy says, " I'm so grateful for the opportunity to host a show in one of the greatest cities on the planet!" Kennedy most recently served as the Host of both the "Kennedy in the Morning" show at Movin' 107.7 WMOV in Norfolk, VA and "Nudge in the Morning" on KVDU-FM/Voodoo 104 in New Orleans, LA. Previous stints included Dial Global's syndicated "Nudge At Night" as well as on the "Hits Now" format. Other stops included KIIS-FM/LA, WSTR-FM/ Atlanta, WIOQ-FM/Philadelphia, Y100/Miami and KDBW-FM in Minneapolis.

[WATCH] Host Lands Car Loaner With Nudge From Governor

THE MOUTH, MARCH 25TH, 2015 –– Every host alive has experienced the benefits of mentioning a product on-air, like pizza, coffee or donuts, only to have one or more local merchants come knocking at the station's door with goodies galore. Numerous others have enjoyed a loaner car in station promotion. But a Corvette? Here's the short story: According to politico.com, New Jersey 101.5 host Eric Scott was interviewing Governor Chris Christie last week and mentioned that he wasn't paid much. Christie started urging the show’s sponsor, the Lester Glenn Auto Group, to give Scott a free car. One caller recommended a Corvette, and Christie suggested something dark blue. Voila! Lester Glenn president Adam Kraushaar showed up at New Jersey 101.5 (WKXW-FM) studios and presented Scott with the keys to a brand new dark blue 2015 Corvette Stingray. Granted, it was a loaner, but some, arggggg, cried conflict and made it out to be way more than just some amazing publicity for the dealership and one heck of a short-term ride for Scott. Lester Glenn VP of operations argued that it was just a temporary loaner, “We didn’t give it to him,” he said. Alex Berkett, EVP/Townsquare Media, owner of New Jersey 101.5, also defended Scott's acceptance of the gift, calling it the result of "an unsolicited humorous comment made by Governor Christie." “Neither New Jersey 101.5 owner Townsquare Media, nor Mr. Scott, paid for use of the automobile,” Berkett told PolitickerNJ. “The car belongs to Lester Glenn Auto Group." Hats off to Townsquare for clearing the air on this non-controversial story and to all the other hosts who will likely start mentioning their love for Corvettes on future shows. Just saying.

[LISTEN] Former LA Host Lisa May Gets To Say Her Goodbyes Via Heidi & Frank Show

THE MOUTH, MARCH 25TH, 2015 –– Los Angeles radio listeners were shocked at the recent departure of KROQ personality Lisa May (C), who was let go from "The Kevin & Bean Show." After 24 years on the radio airwaves, she was gone and not given an opportunity to say goodbye to the fans who shared their mornings with her. "It was shocking," said Lisa. Quickly after her departure, social media exploded with confusion and anger from long-time radio fans. Yesterday, March 24, 95.5 KLOS morning hosts Heidi Hamilton & Frank Kramer (shown above) gave May a chance to speak to her fans as they opened their studio and let her take the reins. Over the course of the 45-minute interview on The Heidi & Frank Show, Lisa May revealed what really happened when she was let go, she took calls from upset fans, and she did her final L.A. traffic report on the KLOS airwaves, complete with tears. PHOTO/Eric Scott Smith - Heidi & Frank Producer. LISTEN HERE

Bobby Bones Returns To Host 2nd Annual iHeart Country Festival; More Stars Added To Lineup

THE MOUTH, MARCH 25TH, 2015 –– iHeartMedia and NBC announced, through a nationwide roadblock, the full show-stopping lineup for the 2015 iHeartRadio Country Festival, bringing together Country music's biggest superstars all on one stage at the Frank Erwin Center in Austin, Texas on Saturday, May 2. This year's incredible lineup will feature Tim McGraw, Brad Paisley, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Little Big Town, Dierks Bentley, Brantley Gilbert, Justin Moore, The Band Perry, iHeartRadio's On The Verge artist Sam Hunt and Tyler Farr. The live celebration of all things Country will be hosted by iHeartMedia's nationally-syndicated Country music personality Bobby Bones. The iHeartRadio Country Festival will also be televised as an exclusive nationwide two-hour broadcast special on NBC, May 27 from 9-11 p.m. ET/CT. "Country is one of the most vibrant and exciting genres in music today," said Tom Poleman, President of National Programming Platforms, iHeartMedia. "I love that our iHeartRadio Country Festival gives us a opportunity to showcase such an amazing lineup of incredible artists and music not only live in Austin, but across the country on our stations, Yahoo and NBC."

Country Superstar Miranda Lambert To Host WWO's ACM Special

THE MOUTH, MARCH 25TH, 2015 –– Five-time ACM “Female Vocalist of the Year” Miranda Lambert will host Westwood One’s two-hour ACM Nomination special, featuring music and artists nominated for the 50th ACM Awards. The program will be available to stations either Saturday or Sunday, April 11 or April 12, from 6 am to Midnight. Westwood One’s ACM Nomination Special with Miranda Lambert will also air as the final two hours of the NASH Nights Live Weekend Show airing on Saturday, April 11 from 10 pm to Midnight. Lambert has a total of 18 ACM Awards on her shelf, the most of any solo female in ACM history, and is nominated this year for eight more. Country Music’s Party of the Year® takes the stage on Sunday, April 19, 2015. The 50th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards will welcome more than 50,000 fans to AT&T Stadium, becoming the largest live awards show ever staged. Westwood One will present Red Carpet Radio coverage from Backstage at the ACM Awards, featuring A-list interviews, live performances, and special programming. Stations interested in Westwood One’s ACM Nomination Special with Miranda Lambert can contact Donny Walker at dwalker@westwoodone.com or (615) 727-6987.

PROGRAMMING: Alpha Resets Programming Team In Savannah

THE MOUTH, MARCH 25TH, 2015 –– Alpha Media Savannah/Hilton Head announced that they have realigned the programming management team, promoting Rob Walker to Director of Operations and Programming, Gabe Reynolds to Director of Digital Content, TC Michaels to Morning Drive Host and Creative Director for WXYY and Jess Jennings to Assistant Program Director for WUBB and WGCO. Rob Walker has been Program Director of WXYY and WRWN since September 2014. His previous experience includes stops in St. Louis, Seattle, Boston and Little Rock. Gabe Reynolds just celebrated his sixth anniversary with the cluster and continues to program WFXH. Gabe hosts the award winning afternoon show, The Work Release Program with his partner Marshall. TC Michaels has been part of the Alpha Savannah/Hilton Head team for two years with duties including Program Director and Afternoon Host for WUBB, BOB 106.9 and WGCO 98.3 Hank FM.

SYNDICATION: Slow Jams Beefs Up Staff

THE MOUTH, MARCH 25TH, 2015 – Quickly approaching the 100-station mark, Benztown’s internationally syndicated Sunday Night Slow Jams and weeknight Slow Jams show recently added five new members to its “Slow Jams Army.” Mark Wilson has signed on to Slow Jams as Vice President of Affiliate Relations-East. Mark is a former record executive and was also Vice President of Affiliate Sales for Westwood One. Joining him on the Slow Jams Affiliate Relations team is programming veteran and radio consultant John Christian, who was named Slow Jams’ Vice President of Affiliate Relations-West. On the production side, the show welcomes Ryan Cota as Executive Producer of Sunday Night Slow Jams. Ryan brings over 20 years of imaging and production experience to Sunday Night Slow Jams, including over 15 years as Imaging Director of iHeart Radio Arizona and Lead Producer at Red Rock Creative Services. Joining Ryan in the production department is new hire Jessica Chavez, who will serve as Assistant Producer and Content Manager. Jessica was most recently Production Director under R Dub! at Z90 and Magic 92.5, the San Diego radio stations R Dub! programs. As Sunday Night Slow Jams expands its digital offerings to affiliates, the show enlists the services of Tracy Johnson and The Tracy Johnson Media Group who will be working to grow the show’s digital platform.

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