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PROGRAMMING: David LaBrozzi Named PD For 95.5 PLJ New York

THE MOUTH, JUNE 1ST, 2018 –– Cumulus has named David LaBrozzi as Program Director for 95.5 PLJ in New York. LaBrozzi joins Cumulus Media from Entercom-Baltimore, where he was Vice President, Programming, for the company’s four-station cluster for 14 years. Prior to that, he was Regional Vice President of Programming for Clear Channel/iHeart Media, overseeing stations in Pittsburgh, PA; Wheeling, WV; and Johnstown, PA. LaBrozzi’s career includes programming stops in Dallas, TX; San Antonio, TX; Austin, TX; and Nashville, TN.

Chad Lopez, Vice President/Market Manager, Cumulus Media-New York, said, "I want to thank Mike Allan as Interim PD and the programming team at 95.5 for all of their hard work these last few months.” LaBrozzi said: "WPLJ is truly one of America’s Iconic Radio Stations. I am thrilled, honored and humbled to join Chad Lopez, Dave Milner, Mike McVay and the incredible team at 95.5 PLJ. While I can’t wait to get started in New York, I want to thank Entercom and CBS for a great experience and for being an important part of my life.”

SBS Lashes Out At Nielsen Over Hispanic Listeners Weighting Changes

THE MOUTH, JUNE 1ST, 2018 –– Following Nielsen's announcement that 'sweeping changes' were coming regarding the weighting of Hispanic listeners in markets SBS operates, SBS General Counsel Richard Lara was quick to respond, calling the changes “unfair and discriminatory” and said the ratings firm was attacking U.S.-based Hispanics. In a statement, Lara said, "SBS, and other Spanish-language broadcasters, vehemently object and protest such unilateral, and seemingly, discriminatory actions taken by Nielsen, which unfairly and disproportionally exclude Hispanic-listener households from the ratings methodology. The restated ratings and rankings reports are, in SBS’s view unreliable, and inaccurately suggest that Spanish-language stations have dropped from top 5 rankings to number 15 or lower."

Lara continued: "This cannot stand. SBS will continue to faithfully serve its Hispanic-listener communities and will not tolerate unfair and discriminatory attacks on Spanish language broadcasters. We will not stop until Nielson’s prejudicial and discriminatory attacks on U.S.-based Hispanics ceases.”

Local Hosts Donate Funds To Help Fellow Host Mike Steele Who's Battling Cancer

THE MOUTH, JUNE 1ST, 2018 –– Mike Steele, a host on Pittsburgh's WDVE-FM and 3WS-FM, has been diagnosed with colon cancer reports The Patch/Pennsylvania. Steele has been off the air since his surgery after going to the emergency room on April 23. Steele started a GoFundMe campaign Thursday to help cover his living costs while he continues his recovery.

"In my employment situation, if I don't work I don't have any income," he said. " My insurance is good to cover medical, but of course not living expenses." Several local hosts have donated, including WDVE morning show host Randy Baumann, 3WS morning show host Jonny Hartwell and 105.9 The X and producer Bob McLaughlin. Photo via GoFundMe. See details at GoFundMe page HERE

NETWORKS: WWO To Cover 50th Anniversary Of Robert F. Kennedy Assassination

To Include Proprietary and Exclusive Audio from the Scene

THE MOUTH, JUNE 1ST, 2018 –– On June 5, 1968, Presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy was shot down at the Ambassador Hotel in Los Angeles, CA after having just declared victory in the California presidential primary. Among the reporters there that fateful night was Mutual News correspondent Andrew West, who filed a nearly seven minute on-scene report during the chaos. West’s historic full report, which is owned by Westwood One News, will be part of the extensive coverage planned on Tuesday, June 5, as the network remembers the assassination of RFK.

Westwood One News correspondent Michael Toscano will present longform and shortform reports on Robert Kennedy throughout the day, along with West’s report and additional 50th anniversary sound. The Westwood One News Memorial Day weekend special, '1968: The Year that Shook America, 'with reporting and perspective on the RFK assassination, will continue to be available for broadcast by affiliates through the June 5th anniversary of the shooting. The Andrew West audio report is being provided to Westwood One News affiliated stations. Non-Westwood One News stations, other networks, and media should contact Jim Jones at jimjones@westwoodone.com or (202) 840-7933.

AWARDS: 2018 Radio Mercury Awards Winners Announced; Marketer Of The Year

THE MOUTH, JUNE 1ST, 2018 –– Winners for the 2018 Radio Mercury Awards were announced last evening at the 27th annual awards presentation held at The Cutting Room in New York. This year’s $50,000 Best of Show award was split between FCB Chicago for their "Tours" Radio Flyer Campaign and Fitzco//Casanova McCann for their "Share A Coke 1,000 Name Celebration" Campaign.

"We were really torn over this classic incredibly creative storytelling for Radio Flyer and then this innovative and exciting use of the medium for Coke," noted Sean Bryan (L) chief judge and co-chief creative officer, McCann NY. "Splitting the Best of Show award is the best option with a nod to the heart of the medium, and a wink to the future." "This was a fantastic year for radio creative. Our two Best of Show winners, along with all of tonight’s winners, showcase radio’s ability to share creative stories that encapsulate a brand’s message, and use the medium in a multi-platform environment, much like how consumers digest media and advertising today," said Erica Farber, president and CEO, Radio Advertising Bureau and chair of the Radio Creative Fund.

This year’s Radio Marketer of the Year Award was presented to Comcast’s Xfinity. Drew Horowitz (TR) President/COO of Hubbard Radio presented this year’s award to Eileen Diskin, SVP marketing communications at Comcast.

The lively ceremony was hosted by the radio team of Sherman & Tingle from Hubbard Radio’s 97.1 The Drive WDRV in Chicago and included Chuck Meehan, Doner Detroit; New York radio personalities – Rita Cosby, WABC; Shelley Rome (R), Z100; Shalia, WBLS, Omar Torres, Alt 92.3; and Garrett Vogel, Z100. DJ Whutever from iHeartMedia’s Power 105.1 served as the guest DJ for the night, plus numerous leaders from the creative and advertising community - Hear all the entries HERE

Sara Evan To Receive NABEF Leadership Award

THE MOUTH, JUNE 1ST, 2018 –– Multi-platinum country music star Sara Evans will receive the 2018 Service to America Leadership Award from the NAB Education Foundation (NABEF). Evans will receive the award at NABEF’s Celebration of Service to America Awards on June 12 at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C. The Service to America Leadership Award recognizes individuals and organizations responsible for improving the lives of others through extraordinary public service. It is considered NABEF’s highest individual honor.

In addition to her country music career, Evans serves as a Red Cross ambassador and in 2008 was presented with the disaster-relief organization’s national Crystal Cross award for her advocacy efforts. Also, she recently raised more than $10,000 for the CMA Foundation, which helps fund quality and sustainable music education programs throughout the U.S. “Sara Evans continues to grace the country music charts with her stunning voice and lyrical authenticity to the delight of fans everywhere,” said NABEF President Marcellus Alexander. “She also gives voice to a diverse group of causes working to make our world a better place. It is an honor to present her with NABEF’s highest award.” PHOTO/Kristin Barlowe

PRODUCTS: Comrex 'FieldTap' Now Available For iOS

Free App For Remote Broadcast

THE MOUTH, JUNE 1ST, 2018 –– FieldTap , a new phone application for remote broadcasting debuted by Comrex at NAB 2018, is now available for iOS. FieldTap uses the Opus audio encoder to deliver studio quality audio right from a cell phone with very low delay . FieldTap will be available for Android in another week. Ideal for reporters and street team contributors for short drop-ins, FieldTap features a very simple user interface.

With a one-button control screen, users of any technical ability can connect from the field to the station by simply pressing a single button. FieldTap is a simple SIP client that uses Voice over IP (VoIP) to make it possible for field users to send wideband audio from their cellphones over cellular and Wi-Fi networks. FieldTap is compatible with all Comrex IP audio codecs. DOWNLOAD HERE

EVENTS: The Point/St. Louis' Jeff Burton To Emcee Annual Benefit

THE MOUTH, JUNE 1ST, 2018 –– The Mid-America Chapter of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation is hosting the annual benefit 'Take Steps For Crohn’s & Colitis Walk' on Sunday, June 16th. The St. Louis-based chapter recently announced the 2018 Walk Emcee is radio personality Jeff Burton, co-host of “The Rizzuto Show” Morning Show on KPNT 105.7 THE POINT. Jeff Burton is an ardent supporter of the organization, as he has been personally afflicted by the debilitating disease. “Because of the platform I have with radio, people ask me all the time where to go for help, and I always send them to the CCFA website.”

Take Steps for Crohn’s & Colitis is the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation's largest fundraising event dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the 1.6 million American adults and children affected by Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis – that’s one out of every 200 people! The funds raised through Take Steps will help support patient programs, enhance professional education efforts, and propel critical research for cures.

The Wolf Seattle Announces Lineup For Annual 'Throwdown' For Firefighters

THE MOUTH, JUNE 1ST, 2018 –– Entercom’s 100.7 The Wolf (KKWF-FM), will host its fifth annual summer country music concert, Throwdown 2018. This year’s event will feature country music stars Kane Brown, Chris Janson, Granger Smith, Earl Dibbles Jr, Walker Hayes, Cam, Travis Denning and Aaron Crawford. It takes place Saturday, September 8, 2018.

The Wolf’s Throwdown 2018 will benefit the Wildland Firefighters Foundation and The Seafair Foundation. For additional information, including ticket purchase, please visit: http://www.seattlewolf.com/throwdown

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