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Cumulus Stations Raise Money All Day For Oklahoma Victims
THE MOUTH, MAY 29TH, 2013 –– Cumulus Media will raise money throughout the day for victims of last week’s devastating Oklahoma tornado. The fundraising efforts on May 29th will feature local hosts asking listeners to make donations for the survivors and families of the victims. Cumulus' SVP/Corporate Programming's Mike McVay tells Jockline Daily, Cumulus started the day today with a fund drive across all 570 O & O's and we'll continue until one hour before the NBC Broadcast. Then country star Kix Brooks (American Country Countdown and Kickin' It with Kix) and KSCS talent Hawkeye will anchor an exclusive 60-minute special "Countdown to Healing in the Heartland" that precedes the concert. "On behalf of all our employees and the communities we are privileged to serve, our hearts and prayers go out to the families and communities that lost loved ones. We hope our efforts help to bring much-needed relief to these communities. Radio’s power to help communities in need is truly inspiring,” said Lew Dickey, CEO of Cumulus. The “Healing In The Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert” is organized by Country star Blake Shelton and airs live from Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City. The fundraiser will include performances by Country artists such as Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Luke Bryan and Rascal Flatts.
Dial Global To Present Simulcast Of NBC TV Shelton Benefit Concert
THE MOUTH, MAY 29TH, 2013 –– Dial Global has announced that, in cooperation with NBC-TV, it will provide a radio simulcast of tomorrow’s “Healing in the Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert” set to air live from the Chesapeake Energy Arena in Oklahoma City at 9pm ET on NBC-TV. The concert and telethon, which sold out in an unprecedented :30 seconds, was organized by Country star and Oklahoma native Blake Shelton, who will headline the event. His wife, fellow Country star Miranda Lambert, will also perform. Other artists scheduled to appear are Vince Gill, Reba McEntire, Luke Bryan, Rascal Flatts, Darius Rucker, Usher (whom Shelton gave a wink, wink to while saying on 'The Voice' he would be calling on some big names), and Ryan Tedder from One 
Republic. “Healing in the Heartland: Relief Benefit Concert” is set to raise money to aid victims of the deadly tornado that ripped through Moore, Oklahoma on Monday, May 20. The tornado killed at least 24 people, injured hundreds, and damaged houses, hospitals, and schools in both Moore and Oklahoma City. Funds will go to the United Way of Central Oklahoma May Tornadoes Relief Fund. Dial Global is offering the simulcast to all of its Country radio affiliates and to every country radio station in the US, in addition to radio stations of all formats in Tornado Alley. FOR DETAILS, CLICK HERE.
Nicki Minaj And Hot 97's Rosenberg Make Nice [VIDEO]
THE MOUTH, MATY 29TH, 2013 –– In a well-documented radio spat that's lasted nearly a year, it looks like current Idol judge and rap diva, Nicki Minaj, and Hot 97 morning host, Peter Rosenberg, have finally buried the hatchet--sorta. The feud which came as a result of comments Rosenberg made about Minaj during last year's "Summer Jam," resulted in her pulling out of the event and no longer speaking with Rosenberg or the station. Yesterday, the calm finally returned as she joined Peter on air for an in-studio interview. From all accounts, it looked like her and the show MAY be back on track. On the show, she thanked him for setting the record straight, and then said, "It's water under the bridge…I mean it's so long ago. I can't even act like I care anymore, but I appreciate you guys having me." She said In hindsight...I should've just did the show," and she went on to add why she took such offense. "I never found you funny. I never found you entertaining. I never found you smart. I just found you annoying...To me you don't have enough of a resumé to make those comments." Yeah, that's progress, right. Hey, at least she showed up. Now we'll see if she performs during this year's Summer Jam. WATCH VIDEO HERE
MOTION: Rob Hunter Teams With Karie Dozer On KTAR/Phoenix; Sari Rose Takes Nights At WSTR/Atlanta; Silas Alexander Moves To Atlanta's Majic
THE MOUTH, MAY 29TH, 2013 –– Longtime producer and weekend host Rob Hunter (left) is joining Karie Dozer (right) on the newly branded Rob and Karie Show on KTAR-FM. Dozer's former co-host, Chuck Powell, moves to a digital content position where he'll service all three of its Phoenix stations. He'll also cohost a podcast with Vince Marotta on arizonasports.com. Along with co-hosting Rob and Karie, Dozer will continue to host Arizona's Noon News each weekday from noon to 1 p.m. ––––––––– Lots of action in Atlanta as Sari Rose, former midday host on Kicks 101.5, moves to nights at Star 94, following Tim Orff who left the slot earlier this month. In a released statement, she said "It's a dream come true to work for the station that I grew up listening to in my mom's car." ––––––––– Meanwhile, Silas "SiMan Baby!" Alexander (shown below) is taking over afternoons on Majic 107.5/97.5 starting this week. 
According to The AJC's Rodney Ho, following Michael Baisden being dropped by his syndicator, he was replaced Skip Murphy. Majic tried Murphy out for two months but Radio One's GM, Tim Davies. said he decided to drop Murphy and move Alexander from his night slot the past seven years to afternoons. "We felt we needed a local program at this time," Davies said. SiMan last did afternoons at Kiss 104.1 more than a decade ago. Following SiMan at night is Rene Miller who returns following a four-year break. This coincides Kiss 104.1 dropping Cynthia Young as mid-day host and adding comic Roy Wood Jr. to afternoons.
Toledo Reunion Brings Longtime Friends And Colleagues Together
THE MOUTH, MAY 29TH, 2013 –– Without much fanfare and advanced publicity, onetime Toledo radio executive, Peter Cavanaugh, a member of Cleveland's Rock And Roll Hall of Fame, pulled together an informal gathering of former Toledo radio stars last night at an uptown restaurant. According to The Toledo Blade, the reunion turned into quite a celebration with many of those whom Cavanaugh got into the business. Mark Benson, a 30-year vet, who now host mornings on classic rock station WXKR-FM, 94.5, said it was Mr. Cavanaugh’s appearance at a radio conference for college students in 1985 that got him “fired up about doing radio.” Cavanaugh, who was once chief operating officer of Reams Broadcasting when it owned WIOT-FM, 104.7, and WCWA-AM, 1230, teamed Benson with a Flint radio talent, Jeff Lamb. They became Jeff and Mark, “The Dawnbusters,” in the early 1990s. Becky Shock, who now broadcasts afternoons on WRQN-FM, 93.5, started her radio career as an intern at WIOT. “I think how lucky I was to be 20 years old and to work in a place like that with someone like Peter, who encourages you and has you push your limits with things you’re not comfortable with,” she said. “He was always a big supporter. “They are all my kids,” he said later, when asked about this reunion of radio friends and colleagues. “And I love them very much.” Of course, radio's best bud, Art Vuolo, was there to capture the evening and provide the attached photol READ ENTIRE ARTICLE HERE PHOTO/Kirk Baird - Toledo Blade
George Noory Takes To The Stage In Vancouver
THE MOUTH, MAY 29TH, 2013 –– On Saturday, May 25, Coast to Coast AM’s George Noory hosted a live stage show at the River Rock Casino Resort in Vancouver, Canada. In addition to a meet and greet with Noory, fans were treated to a three-hour program featuring interviews with special guests Dr. John Gray, renowned relationship expert and author of “Men Are from Mars, Women Are from Venus”; Catherine Austin Fitts, economist, investment advisor and founder/president of Solari; and R. Gary Patterson, rock music historian and author. Noory also surprised the crowd by singing a couple songs, Elvis Presley's “Can’t Help Falling in Love” and Nat King Cole's “When I Fall in Love.” Pictured left to right: Dr. John Gray talks on stage with George Noory at the River Rock Casino Resort in Vancouver.
Y98's Guy Phillips Show Raises $67,340 For Tornado Victims
THE MOUTH, MAY 29TH, 2013 –– Y98 St. Louis' Guy Phillips and company hosted an on-air request-a-thon on Friday, May 24, 2013. Phillip's show played listener requests for donations benefiting the American Red Cross effort for Moore, Oklahoma, raising $33,670 last Friday. The President of Lion’s Choice, a local fast-food chain, called in at the end of the 14-hour broadcast to match every donation, boosting the total to $67,340. Phillips said “It's easy to underestimate the power of caring, but this city's generosity touches me personally every time we ask for their help. I can’t thank our listeners enough for their generosity! Now, where are our roast beef sandwiches?" The Phillips & Company Morning Show is made up of Guy Phillips and show members Courtney Landrum, Jen Myers, and Kevin “the Intern”. The group has been together for the past 8 years.
Radios' Lisa G Launches Memoir
Misguided Quest For Love And As Much Airtime As Possible
THE MOUTH, MAY 29TH, 2013 –– If you live in New York, or ever listen to Howard Stern, no doubt you've heard Lisa Glasberg, aka Lisa G. This onetime wallflower transformed her skills in the kitchen to once show up at a suitor's doorstep wearing nothing but a fur coat and carrying a plate of freshly baked cookies. A precursor for her soon to be released book, '(S)ex, Lies & Cookies." In this unrated memoir, Lisa G. reveals all about her adventures and 
misadventures growing up and looking for love in all the wrong places. Lisa became a larger-than-life radio host, but when the "on air" lights switched off, she struggled to find her true self. Through therapy and some soul-searching, she transformed from an insecure young woman who attempted to win over men with her culinary prowess into an independent adult who finally learned to love herself. Lisa will also share behind-the-scenes stories from her A-list celebrity interviews, friendships such as P. Diddy, Will Smith, and Flavor Flav. And we can't help but mention Sabo Media's, Walter Sabo, gets a mention as well. We're sworn to secrecy as to his reference (ha). FIND OUT MORE HERE
Fitz (The Machine) & Bethany Deliver Cash
HOLY FITZ: 9 Pounds, 7 ozs 21 Inches Long
THE MOUTH, MAY 29TH, 2013 –– I won't repeat what Fitz, of 100.7 The Wolf/Seattle once told me about his, errr, appetite? But here we are, once again, announcing that Fitz and his wife Bethany have delivered yet another little angel, Cash Joseph, born on Friday 24th May 2013. He weighed a whopping 9 pounds, 7 ounces and was 21 inches long. Cash joins brothers Corbin and Cooper & sisters Chloe & Drew and likely others in the near future - just sayin. Fitz tells Jockline Daily he'd love to talk, Cash just asked for a hot dog." Join with Fitz and others at this years 25th Annual Morning Show Boot Camp during an extra special Country Forum, hosted by Country Aircheck and moderated by Lon Helton
Kelly Clarkson Sets Wedding Date
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UH OH 3: Amanda Bynes Says Cops Slapped Her Hoo Ha - [HOLLYSCOOP]
Rob Lowe To Play JFK In National Geographic Film - [EW]
Adam Levine Dating A New Lady - [CELEBITCHY]
Cael Garcia Cast As Lead In Jon Stewart's 'Rosewater' - [THE WRAP]
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Star Turned Nun Who Once Kissed Elvis Writes Book - [FOX NEWS]
Kelly Osbourne Covers Cosmo - [COSMO]
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KNX'S Harry Birrell And Longtime Bay Area Great Gene Burns Pass Away
THE MOUTH, MAY 28TH, 2013 –– A radio reporter and news anchor whose voice kept company with listeners on KNX (1070)/LA for more than 30 years, Harry Birrell, died Saturday at his home in Thousand Oaks, CA. According to KNX's website, Birrell joined KNX in 1968 and was a regular weekday anchor on the all-news station until 1993, when he retired. But he continued to file daily reports of Ventura County news from his home in Thousand Oaks until January 1999. The Radio and Television News Assn. of Southern California recognized Birrell with multiple Golden Mike awards for excellence in local broadcast journalism. –––––– In other news, one of the bay area's longtime favorite host, Gene Burns (shown), of KGO passed away at 72. Burns had suffered a series of strokes over the past few years which forced him off the air. Most recently he hosted 'Dining Around with Gene Burns,' a food and wine program, which aired weekends on KKSF 910 AM in San Francisco.This past Sunday, KGO presented a special tribute, on-air, honoring him and his work, which was hosted by David Weintraub.
Toronto Mayor Takes To Radio Show To Defend Drug Allegations
THE MOUTH, MAY 28TH, 2013 –– As Jockline Daily reported last week, Toronto Mayor, Rob Ford, along with his brother Doug, who also host a weekend radio show on Newstalk 1010/Toronto, took last weekend off amid allegations of a video showing Rob using crack cocaine. They returned to their show this past weekend and vigorously challenged the allegations with the mayor calling the media “maggots” and stating definitively that there is no video showing him using crack cocaine. About half way through the show, a caller asked him if he is on the alleged video and if he was posing with his arm around Anthony Smith, a man who was shot to death, in a photograph that circulated with the stories. According to the nationalpost.com, Ford said “Number one: There’s no video, so that’s all I can say. You can’t comment on something that doesn’t exist,” Rob Ford said. To the photograph, Mr. Ford responded: “I take pictures with everyone.” Last Friday, in a statement he denied using crack cocaine or that he is addicted to the drug. He said then: “As for a video, I cannot comment on a video that I have never seen or does not exist.” On Saturday, the Globe and Mail quoted unnamed sources saying Doug Ford was a dealer of hashish in the 1980s for about seven years, ending the year he turned 22. Doug Ford has denied the report calling the accusations disgusting.
Carrie Underwood Donates $1 Million To Oklahoma Relief
THE MOUTH, MAY 28TH, 2013 –– Add former Idol winner/turned country mega star, Carrie Underwwod, as the latest celebrity to come to the aid of the Moore, OK tornado victims. Carrie, who is from Checotah, Oklahoma, has just donated $1 million to The Red Cross in its relief efforts. “With the help of my fans who attended my concerts over the past year, we can offer the Red Cross a little extra help in comforting those affected by the recent tornados,” Underwood wrote in a statement at her website. This precedes what's expected to a huge benefit being organized by Blake Shelton on May 29th. Scheduled guests so far include Reba McEntire, Rascal Flatts, Vince Gill and Miranda Lambert. See more below.
Blake Shelton's Oklahoma Benefit Show Sells Out In 30 Seconds
THE MOUTH, MAY 28TH, 2013 –– Thirty seconds is all it took for Blake Shelton to sell out his upcoming ‘Healing in the Heartland’ benefit show, which will help victims of the tornado Moore, Oklahoma. During his appearance as a coach on TV's "The Voice" he had announced last week that he would begin organizing efforts for a concert. By Saturday, May 25, all tickets were sold in just 30 seconds according to tasteofcountry.com. As mentioned in above article, Shelton’s fellow Oklahoman Reba McEntire tweeted “The “Healing in the Heartland” benefit concert sold out in 30 seconds! Way to go Okies!!!! Thanks for everyone’s support!!” The benefit will be broadcast live on NBC on Wednesday, May 29th. Shelton’s wife, Miranda Lambert and Vince Gill and numerous others are scheduled to perform.
Paul McCartney Visits Graceland, Leaves Guitar Pick At Elvis' Grave
THE MOUTH, MAY 28TH, 2013 –– Paul McCartney visited Graceland for the first time ever over this weekend and left a personalized guitar pick on Elvis Presley's grave. Making the rounds during his "Out There" tour he made his way to Memphis on Sunday and after visiting Elvis' grave tweeted a photo of him holding the guitar pick over the grave site. the Daily Mail reported that The Beatles and Presley met for the first time in a secret location in 1965 after a music journalist arranged a meeting. The Beatles were apparently starstruck and could not utter as much as a word. Presley later joked, "Well, if you guys are just gonna sit there and stare at me all night, I'm going to bed." Presley was said to have inspired Lennon to create his first group The Quarrymen. The Beatles also performed a number of Elvis' songs as well.
Dave & Carole Raise $1,382,000 In Sixteenth Annual Miracle Marathon For Children’s Hospital
THE MOUTH, MAY 28TH, 2013 –– The Dave & Carole Miracle Marathon for Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin wrapped up 36 hours of broadcasting from 5a on the 24th to 5p on the 25th, raising $1,382,000. Broadcast live from Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin, this two-day radiothon, hosted by 96.5/WKLH Milwaukee’s morning show of Dave Luczak and Carole Caine, is 16-year annual fundraising tradition held before Memorial Day weekend. This event is one of Children’s Hospital’s largest fundraisers, with over $18,000,000 in donations through the 16 Marathons. “Little did we realize back in 1998 when we established the Miracle Marathon the kind of impact it would have on our community,” said Caine. “This is our 16th year as hosts of the Miracle Marathon, and we are so proud of our audience and our community that we’re approaching the 1.4 million dollar mark this year. Thanks from the kids!”
Dial Global Taps Shari Sterenbuch As Senior Director Of Marketing
THE MOUTH, MAY 28TH, 2013 –– Dial Global announced the hire of Shari Sterenbuch as Senior Director, Marketing. In this brand new role, Sterenbuch will be responsible for creating cutting-edge promotional opportunities for content producers, advertisers, and marketers. She will work out of New York City and report directly to Suzy Schultz, VP, Marketing. She joins Dial Global from Clear Channel, where she was the Director of Promotions for New York's WAXQ-FM, WHTZ-FM, WKTU-FM, WLTW-FM, and WWPR-FM. She started her career as Assistant Promotions Director for Clear Channel's WKTU-FM , where she quickly rose to Promotions Manager. "I am THRILLED to join Dial’s Global’s exceptional talent and management team under the leadership of CEO Paul Caine, CMO Christina Albee, and VP Suzy Schultz," said Shari Sterenbuch. "I'm delighted to work with this stellar group to grow Dial Global as a marketing powerhouse and to help our clients innovate with audio."
Charlie Sheen Returns To His Old Self In 'Machete Kills' - [THE WRAP]
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Amanda Bynes Now Suing NYPD - [NY DAILY NEWS]
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The Bieb' Pitches For Anti-Minimum Wage - [THE HOLLYWOOD GOSSIP]
Angelina Jolie's Aunt Loses Battle With Cancer - [E]
Tyler Perry Donates $100K To Ohio Schools - [ABC7/CHICAGO]
Erica Farber To Lead "25 Years Of Women On The Radio" Forum At MSBC 25 Chicago
THE MOUTH, MAY 29th, 2013 –– Talentmaster's Morning Show Boot Camp, the industry's foremost gathering for high-profile talent, top producers, programmers and executives of personality-driven shows, is proud to announce, RAB President/CEO, Erica Farber, will lead a very special "25 Years of Women On The Radio" segment at this year's 25th Annual MSBC in Chicago. "I can't imagine anyone more perfectly suited to lead this discussion than Erica," says host Don Anthony. "There's no greater champion of radio and she's a HUGE supporter of talent. Nearly 20 years ago, while then heading Radio and Records Magazine, she reached out to MSBC and said 'I love talent. I want to be involved.' R&R went on to become one of our biggest sponsors and supporters for over 15 years," said Anthony. During this session, Erica will be joined by a panel of leading women hosts and others who will examine the past, present and future of women on the air and share what future generations of talent can learn from each of their experiences and success. Morning Show Boot Camp is set for August 8th & 9th/2013 at Chicago's luxurious Renaissance Hotel