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National Radio Hall of Fame Announces 2016 Nominees
THE MOUTH, MAY 24TH, 2016 –– The 24 nominations in six categories were determined by the organization’s nominating committee. Four of those categories will be voted on by a voting participant panel comprised of 400 industry professionals, while the other two will be voted on by the public. Public voting commences June 20 for eight nominations for Music Format On-Air Personality and Spoken Word On-Air Personality. National Radio Hall of Fame Chairman Kraig Kitchin comments, “The sheer depth of talent in our industry never seizes to amaze me. After much discussion and deliberation, our nominating committee is very proud of this year’s class of nominees.
NOMINEES TO BE VOTED ON BY VOTING PARTICIPANT PANEL: Longstanding Local/Regional (20 years or more) Jeff & Jer (Jeff Detrow & Jerry Cesak along with Laura Cain, Randy Hoag, Emily Griffiths and Tommy Sablan), San Diego Charles Laquidara, Boston Bobby O’Jay, Memphis Garland Robinette, New Orleans Active Local/Regional
(10 years or more) Tom Barnard, Minneapolis BJ & Migs (BJ Shea & Steve Migs), Seattle Eric & Kathy (Eric Ferguson & Kathy Hart), Chicago Preston and Steve (Preston Elliot & Steve Morrison), Philadelphia
Networks/Syndication (10 years or more) American Top 40 & On-Air With Ryan Seacrest, Ryan Seacrest The Fabulous Sports Babe, Nanci Donnellan The Steve Harvey Morning Show, Steve Harvey Wait, Wait…Don't Tell Me!, Peter Saga
Longstanding Network/Syndication (20 years or more) Delilah, Delilah Gospel Traxx with Walt “Baby” Love, Walt “Baby” Love The Jim Rome Show, Jim Rome The Kim Komando Show, Kim Komando
NOMINEES TO BE VOTED ON BY LISTENERS NATIONWIDE: Music Format On-Air Personality Sean “Hollywood” Hamilton Tom Kent The Kevin & Bean Show (Kevin Ryder & Gene Baxter) Bob Kingsley Spoken Word On-Air Personality Diane Rehm Mike Francesa and Chris Russo Michael Savage & Sean Hannity.
Inductees will be announced July 11. The induction ceremony will be held Thursday, Nov. 17 at the Museum of Broadcast and Communications in downtown Chicago.
REPORT: Adele To Ink Biggest Record Deal Ever For UK Artist
THE MOUTH, MAY 24TH, 2016 –– Having ended the weekend with multiple awards during Billboard's annual music awards show, the british mega-star Adele will be adding to her fortunes as Sony Music is reportedly set to sign her to an appx. $132,000,000 record deal. This would make it the biggest deal ever handed to a British musician reports thesun.co.uk topping the previous record contract appx. $116 million U.S. paid by EMI to Robbie Williams in 2002. It is also the most valuable for a woman, topping Whitney Houston’s appx. $102 million from Arista in 2001.
A source at Sony told The Sun, “We’ve secured Adele, who’s without a doubt the biggest music star in a generation. This is massive.” Adele is already worth appx. $124 million, according to this year’s Sunday Times Rich List. But that will more than double when she inks her new deal. She was already Britain's richest female artist before signing this newest contract. “The deal is being worked on by our Columbia label in the US and gives Sony the rights to release her future music. In addition to her new mega deal, her fortune will soar even higher this year thanks to earnings from her sold-out 105-date tour.
Spotify Nearly Doubles Revenue, But Operating Loss Widens
THE MOUTH, MAY 24TH, 2016 –– First, the good news: Spotify's revenues rose 80 percent in 2015 with more subscribers for its 
music streaming service, but heavy spending on product development and international expansion forced a bigger operating loss reports Fortune Magazine. Filings obtained by Reuters from Luxembourg’s company registry on Tuesday showed Spotify’s revenues rose to 1.9 billion euros ($2.1 billion) in 2015, almost double the pace of growth from the previous year. Subscriptions made up the bulk of revenues, while income from advertising nearly doubled to ($218 million. However, the company suffered an operating loss of $206 million in 2015, compared with $184.5 million in 2014.
Founded in 2006 by Swedes Daniel Ek and Martin Lorentzon, Spotify now boasts having close to 100 million users in about 60 markets. The group said in the filing it intends to continue to make significant investments in developing new products and enhancing the functionality of its existing product.
ON-AIR: Shelly Wade Takes Afternoons At Star 94.1 San Diego
THE MOUTH, MAY 24TH, 2016 –– KMYI-FM (Star 94.1) San Diego has named Shelley Wade as its new afternoon host, effective May 31. For the last 3 years, Wade handled middays at iHeart's KSSX-FM (95.7 KISS FM) San Diego and weekends at KBIG-FM (104.3 MYfm) in Los Angeles. Prior to Calif., Wade's worked at WHTZ-FM (Z100) New York for 12 years.
"Shelley's vibrant personality, love of music, and warmth will enhance what is already a top performing radio station," said iHeartMedia San Diego Senior VP/Programming John Peake.
WZRR-FM Birmingham Flips From Country To Real Talk
THE MOUTH, MAY 24TH, 2016 –– Following some teasing, Cumulus Media has announced that WZRR-FM officially launched this morning as Talk 99.5, Birmingham’s Real Talk. The former Country-formatted station officially became Birmingham’s newest news/talk station this morning at 6:00 a.m. CST, when it made the flip from interim programming that ran throughout the weekend. Talk 99.5 features a live and local line--up from 6AM-6PM with 6-10AM: Matt and Aunie - 10-11AM: Andrea Lindenberg 11AM-2PM: Richard Dixon 2-6PM: Leland Live with Leland Whaley 6-9PM: Mark Levin 9PM-12AM: Michael Savage 12-5AM: Red Eye Radio - First Light with Evan Haning 5-6AM.
WZRR-FM/Talk 99.5’s Program Director and Morning Host Matt Murphy said: “Talk 99.5, Birmingham's Real Talk is designed not only to be a source for breaking news and information, but as a place for Birmingham listeners to talk about the issues important to them. We are extremely excited to bring an all-star lineup to an all-star state. Our commitment to live and local hosts represents our commitment to delivering the very best news, information and talk to the people of Alabama." “This line-up, local and national programming combined, underscores Cumulus’ commitment to news/talk and the growth of spoken word programming,” added Cumulus SVP/Content & Programming Mike McVay.
FM Broadcasters To Get 3X The Tune-Ins With Enhanced NextRadio Content
THE MOUTH, MAY 24TH, 2016 –– According to data from NextRadio®, A year-over-year data analysis shows that listeners tune-in more often and spend significantly more time with radio stations that supplement live FM audio broadcasts with enhanced content. An analysis comparing NextRadio usage in 2015 to 2016, found that radio stations creating enhanced in-app experiences – such as program schedules, social media interactions, contest entries or other visuals - experienced 3X the growth in tune-ins 
when compared to those stations that only displayed a station logo or nothing at all.
Tune-ins refers to the number of times a unique listener listens to a FM radio station broadcast through the NextRadio mobile app. Stations with enhanced content also saw 1.6X the growth in time spent listening when compared to non-enhanced stations. Time spent listening refers to the number of minutes a unique NextRadio user listens during a single NextRadio mobile app session. “Stations that leverage the enhanced content options available in NextRadio enjoy a measurable competitive advantage - they are growing audiences and connecting with their listeners in a fresh and personal way,” said Paul Brenner, President, NextRadio.
WOR NY To Re-Broadcast Game 6 Of '86 World Series
THE MOUTH, MAY 24TH, 2016 –– The New York Mets’ radio flagship, 710 WOR-AM/New York, announced that, it will re-air the entire radio broadcast of Game 6 of the 1986 World S
eries between the New York Mets and the Boston Red Sox, as a prelude to a Memorial Day weekend-long tribute at Citi Field to the 1986 Championship team.
The special presentation will air on Thursday, May 26, and begin at 6:00pm ET with a 60-minute pre-show hosted by WOR’s “Sports Zone” host Pete McCarthy (shown), with contributions from Mets broadcasters Howie Rose, Josh Lewin, and Wayne Randazzo. The show will feature interviews with members of the 1986 Mets “Dream Team” Mookie Wilson, Ray Knight, Keith Hernandez, and Ron Darling, as well as Gary Thorne, who along with Bob Murphy did the play-by-play for the 1986 radio broadcast. Then at 7:00pm ET, WOR will unlock the vaults to let listeners relive the night when the Mets’ World Series fortunes turned around in dramatic fashion. After a special introduction from the current voice of the Mets, Howie Rose, listeners will be treated to every call from the late, great Mets broadcaster Bob Murphy and Gary Thorne…just as they were heard almost 30 years ago.
[WATCH] Sherri Shepherd Gets Spence's (E)mojo Working
THE MOUTH, MAY 24TH 2016 –– Former "View" host and "30 Rock" and "Ride Along 2" cast member Sherri Shepherd came in Friday morning and stuck around for "Spence's Song of the Week!" on 98.7/Las Vegas' Chet Buchanan Show. As you'll see in the video, Shepherd appeared quite pleased with Spence's performance and managed a few moves of her own. WATCH HERE
THE MOUTH, MAY 24TH 2016 –– The Paul & Young Ron Show, airing from BIG 105.9 Miami, is on the hunt for an associate producer. Starting out on a limited basis, this job will involve editing/content/on-air work as needed. Job could lead to larger role -
Please submit info to to steveharmon@iheartmedia.com - Big 105.9 is an equal opportunity employer.
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iHeart Debt Ruling Expected Early This Week
THE MOUTH, MAY 23RD, 2016 –– A lawyer for iHeartMedia said the company has been harmed by the threats of default notices that started early this year reports The San Antonio Express News. The judge’s verdict, which is expected early this week, will either allow a group of bondholders to file default notices against the company or 
block the creditors from pushing the company to the brink of bankruptcy.
“There’s a disagreement in the interpretation” of the bond rules, iHeartMedia lawyer Kevin Huff acknowledged. The conflict arises from iHeartMedia’s transfer Dec. 3 of 100 million shares of its billboard subsidiary, Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings Inc., from a holding-company subsidiary to another subsidiary. Darren Davis (shown), president of iHeartMedia’s networks, said the company is missing business opportunities because of uncertainty caused by the news of default notices. He added that the company has lost contract opportunities because it cannot hire hard-to-find technology talent it needs to run its operations.
The company has said in SEC filings that if it does not receive the permanent injunction it seeks to block future default notices, it will have 60 days to take actions to avoid bankruptcy that would follow if an avalanche of debt repayments from many other bondholders is triggered, possibly totaling more than $15 billion. One of those options is moving the 100 million shares back to the control of the bondholders. PHOTO/Singer Granger Smith performs onstage during the 2016 iHeartCountry Festival at The Frank Erwin Center on in Austin, Texas - Bob Levey/Getty Images for iHeartMedia
Battle Intensifies As Sumner Redstone Ousts Former Confidants
THE MOUTH, MAY 23RD, 2016 – Sumner Redstone has removed Viacom CEO Philippe Dauman and Viacom board member George Abrams from the seven-person trust that will determine the fate of both Viacom and CBS in the event of Sumner's incapacitation or death, reports Reuters. The move gives his daughter, Shari Redstone (shown), who is also on 
the trust and vice-chair of both CBS and Viacom, more certain control to determine the fate of her father's $40 billion media empire.
The Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday that Viacom board members had been blocked from seeing the elder Redstone. According to cnn.com, a spokesman for Dauman called the steps "illegal and invalid" in an e-mailed statement to Reuters. "They are a shameful effort by Shari Redstone to seize control by unlawfully using her ailing father Sumner Redstone's name and signature. As she knows and as court proceedings and other facts have demonstrated, Sumner Redstone now lacks the capacity to have taken these steps," the spokesman said. "Sumner Redstone would never have summarily dismissed Philippe Dauman and George Abrams, his trusted friends and advisors for decades." Abrams and a spokeswoman for Shari Redstone did not immediately respond to an email requesting comment. Sumner Redstone and Dauman have worked together for more than 30 years, and Redstone has called Dauman "a great friend."
Trump Reaches Out To Milwaukee Host With Handwritten Note
THE MOUTH, MAY 22ND, 2016 –– Could this be a glimpse of the more 'presidential' Donald Trump? Charlie Sykes, popular host on Milwaukee's WTMJ, got an unexpected handwritten note from presumptive GOP nominee candidate. It was written with a “magic marker,” and sprawled across the front page of the New York Times. As you'll see in the closeup, it says: Charlie — I hope you can change your mind. Look forward to doing your show. I WILL WIN.
Sykes makes note of article's headline: "Once Against, Another Flank Of G.O.P. Warms Up to Trump." Sykes writes in rightwisconsin.com, The story recounts how some social conservatives who had spent most of the past year "opposing and condemning Trump, are now moving to embrace his candidacy..." Sykes calls the photo at left "my "DEWEY BEATS TRUMAN" pose."
"Okay, so I didn't see that coming. Not sure he really wants to do my show again, but he seems to be opening the door. Interesting. Perhaps we are in the midst of a Trump Charm Offensive. Despite the fact that Trump has publicly called me a "lowlife" and a "dummy," I do appreciate the outreach. (Mr. Trump is apparently willing to be more gracious than his legions of Trumpkins.) But, still #NeverTrump. PHOTOS/Courtesy of Charlie Sykes
iHeart Tampa Names Brian Donovan Director Of Digital
THE MOUTH, MAY 23RD, 2016 –– iHeartMedia Tampa Bay announced that Brian ‘Munchie’ Donovan has been named Director of Digital, effective July 1, 2016. “This is a welcome return to Tampa for Brian - he has 93.3 FLZ in his blood,” said Sam Nein, President of the Tampa Bay Region for iHeartMedia. “He has a proven track record across multiple cities, and we’re excited for Brian’s expertise to make a positive impact on our digital strategy.”
Donovan has more than 20 years of experience in the radio industry, most recently serving as Director of Digital for iHeartMedia Hartford and afternoon drive time on-air personality for KISS 95.7. He previously served as the co-host for The Kane Show on iHeartMedia Tampa’s 93.3 FLZ and the night show host for WVKS-FM in Toledo, Ohio. Donovan began his career in 1996 as the night show producer for 93.3 FLZ.
STUDY: Podcast Listening By Adults Doubled In Past 5-Years
A Nielsen Scarborough study found that podcasting consumption is increasing with the number of adults listening to podcast during the past month doubling over the past five years. But who’s listening? What are their areas of interest? These questions are explored in their "If You Create It, Will They Come? Nielsen Scarborough found that podcasting consumption is on the rise with the number of adults 18 and older listening to a podcast during the past month doubling over the previous five years! But while anyone with a smartphone or a computer can become a podcaster, building a loyal audience is where the challenge begins. And with so many platforms vying for the attention of the consumer, selecting the right content is the key to success.
Nielsen Scarborough examined the lifestyles and behaviors of podcast listeners to identify the types of content that engaged these consumers and kept them coming back for more. Who Listens? The study found that podcast listeners are equally male and female, with the majority (70%) being between the ages of 18-44. They are 39% more likely to be single, 44% more likely to be a college graduate and 33% more likely to be employed in a white collar occupation. With an average household income of $83,700, podcast listeners exceed the national average by about $12,000.
As media consumption continues to shift more to on-demand and advertisers wanting to reach consumers must go beyond age and gender, knowing lifestyle and interests are critical to reach the right listener. So “yes,” they will come, but only if you fill your podcast with the right content. Methodology Podcast listeners include adults 18 and older who watched, listened to or downloaded a podcast on any device during the past 30 days. SEE MORE DETAILS HERE
Sharon Stone To Receive NABEF Leadership Award
THE MOUTH, MAY 23RD, 2016 –– Renowned actress and humanitarian Sharon Stone will receive the 2016 Service to America Leadership Award from the NAB Education Foundation (NABEF) for her ongoing commitment to raising awareness and support of AIDS research, prevention and treatment. Stone will receive the honor at NABEF’s Celebration of Service to America Awards on June 21.
The Service to America Leadership Award recognizes individuals and organizations responsible for improving the lives of others through extraordinary public service. Considered NABEF’s highest individual honor, the award will be presented during the Celebration of Service to America Awards held Tuesday, June 21 at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C.
Stone began her career as an international print model and network television actress and in 1980, she debuted on the big screen in Woody Allen’s “Stardust Memories.” In 1992, she starred in the blockbuster “Basic Instinct” and in 1995, she earned a Golden Globe Award and Academy Award nomination for her role in Martin Scorsese’s “Casino.” In 2015, Stone starred in the TNT drama series “Agent X” and most recently appeared in the features “The Disaster Artist,” directed by James Franco, and “Mosaic,” directed by Steven Soderbergh.
Weeknd And Adele Score Big At Billboard Music Awards
THE MOUTH, MAY 23RD, 2016 –– Weeknd raked in a total of 8 awards at last night's 2016 Billboard Music Awards in Las Vegas. Weeknd grabbed Top R&B Song(s), Top Hot 100 Artist, Top Song Sales Artist, Top Radio Songs Artist, Top Streaming Songs Artist, Top R&B Artist, Top R&B Album and Top Streaming Song. Adele was the other night's big winner snagging the Top Artist Category, topping Justin Bieber, Drake 
Taylor Swift and The Weeknd. She also took honors for her record breaking Album: Adele, 25. Top Female Artist, Top Billboard 200 Artist, Top Selling Song -“Hello."
The night saw Kesha perform following legal battle with former mentor Dr. Luke. Madonna honored Prince with a special tribute, following by a surprise tribute from Stevie Wonder. The Billboard Music Awards also featured a touching performance from Celine Dion following the recent death of her husband. See all the winners and highlights below in Popline. PHOTO/Twitter
Stars Mingle Backstage With WWO At Billboard Music Awards
THE MOUTH, MAY 23RD, 2016 –– During the Billboard Music Awards this past weekend, Westwood One had a robust backstage radio row at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Several artists stopped by for interviews and with more than 20 radio stations and hosts including Westwood One nationally-syndicated show The Adam Bomb Show, Zach Sang Show and Special K from KRBE Houston.
Shown above is WPLJ-FM/NY personality Ralphie Aversa and actress Sonia Rockwell (right) posing with WPLJ-FM/NY personality Ralphie Aversa and actress Sonia Rockwell along with Los 5 during Westwood One Backstage at the BBMAs.
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