JUST TWO MONTHS AWAY - MORNING SHOW BOOT CAMP, JUNE 11TH, 2013 –– Few people in the world understand the power or promotional value of a well executed promotion or stunt more than Paige Nienaber (left), of CPR Promotions who spreads his evil genius to over 100 top stations worldwide. At this years 25th Annual Morning Show Boot Camp in Chicago, he'll be joined by a panel of some of the industry's most creative minds for a look at 25 of the most amazing on-air feats of the last 25 years. Plus, first-hand get tips and techniques behind world-renown events such as "Breaking & Entering," "Win A Baby" and numerous others. Scheduled panelists include KyXy's Little Tommy Sablan (center), Newcap's Steve Jones (right center) Paul Kaye (far right) and 98.5/KLUC Las Vegas' Chet Buchanan. Others TBA. It's happens on Friday, Aug. 9th at the Renaissance Hotel/Chicago.* Sponsored by Win Win Radio.

Atlanta Sports Show Sacked After Mocking Player With ALS [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, JUNE 18TH, 2013 –– The entire cast of the popular Mayhem in The AM Show on 790 The Zone/Atlanta has been fired after mocking a former NFL player who has Lou Gehrig's disease. Two of the hosts, featuring Steak Shapiro and Chris Dimino took a call from cast member, Nick Cellini (shown below), who pretended to be Steve Gleason (left), a former NFL player who suffers from amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS). Using an automated sounding voice, the host told a series of jokes and then asked the two others to do him a favor by smothering him. The station’s SVP/GM, Rick Mack, quickly issued an apology saying “"We deeply regret the offensive programming that aired this morning on “Mayhem In The AM” on 790 The Zone, related to former New Orleans Saints player Steve Gleason and his battle with ALS." While first posting that the trio was suspended, it was later amended to say they had since been terminated of their employment. All three the fired hosts then tweeted their own apologies on Monday evening. Gleason will always be remembered for his blocked punt for the Saints on the night the New Orleans Superdome reopened for the first time after Hurricane Katrina. In 2011, Steve was diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), considered a terminal neuro-muscular disease. LISTEN TO AUDIO POSTED FROM THE TICKET/NEW ORLEANS

Broadcast Luminary John McConnell Teams With ACM For ACM Broadcast

THE MOUTH, JUNE 18TH, 2013 –– Veteran talent agents Marc Guss and Phil Sutfin, co-founders of talent management company ACM, partner with broadcast expert John McConnell to launch and spearhead ACM Broadcast. Based in New York City, the company aims to create a unique business environment where established talent strategize on using radio and other audio broadcast platforms as the foundation to build their brand. “I’ve always believed in the power of radio and am a proponent of making that a priority in a performer’s career,” says McConnell. “I look forward to working with talented individuals and helping them to realize their full potential as they soar to new heights.” McConnell is president of Entertainment Radio Network and founder of McConnell Media, LLC. Until Nov. 2008, McConnell served as SVP of Programming at ABC Radio Networks where he managed programming for ABC Music Radio, ABC News Radio, ABC Talk Radio and the ESPN Radio Network. During his tenure, he also created and/or managed numerous programs such as ABC News Radio, The Sean Hannity Show, Radio Perez, The Mike Huckabee Report, Paul Harvey’s News and Comment, America’s Most Wanted with John Walsh, The Michael Baisden Show and American Country Countdown with Kix Brooks.

Hendrie Brings Cast of Characters To WYD Media

THE MOUTH, JUNE 18TH, 2013 –– The Phil Hendrie Show continues in national syndication beginning a 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. PT / 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. ET, on June 25. joining the effort and overall brand expansion is Ron Hartenbaum, of WYD/WYM Media Management, LLC. Effective immediately, WYM Media Management is handling affiliate sales and Dial Global is managing advertising sales and satellite distribution. From June 25 to July 5, affiliates will air Hendrie’s Comedy Gold broadcasts. “Broadcast radio needs the breadth, depth and creativity of Phil Hendrie,” says Hartenbaum. “There’s a whole new generation of listeners ready to join the ranks for what Phil has to offer. He’s a comic genius who’s going to grow in ways most people can’t even imagine…”

MOTION: CCME Names Nathan Daschle As EVP/Political Strategy; Beata Czechowski Named SPD/MD KIIS-FM; Harvey Kojan Joins Galaxy Comm.

THE MOUTH, JUNE 18TH, 2013 –– CCME has announced that well-known political strategist and lawyer Nathan Daschle is joining the company as Executive Vice President for Political Strategy. In this new position, Daschle will develop and oversee a Washington, D.C.-based team that will focus on working with political and issue advertisers and advertising agencies to develop custom strategies and campaigns that fully utilize Clear Channel's national reach and local activation through its radio, digital, mobile and outdoor assets. He joins Clear Channel from Ruck.us, a social network that connects politically like-minded people so they can share ideas and take action, where he is founder and CEO. Prior to Ruck.us, Daschle was the Executive Director of the Democratic Governors Association (DGA) from 2007 to 2010. ––––––––––– KIIS-FM/LA has named Beata Czechowski, to Assistant Program Director and Music Director at 102.7 KIIS-FM. Czechowski started her career in the music business in June 1999 at WLLD in Tampa as an Intern in the programming department. In November 2006, Czechowski joined Jive Records (currently RCA Records) as National Director of Rhythm/Crossover Promotions in Los Angeles. In addition to her Director duties, she also had a special focus with Top 40 stations in the Southern California, Las Vegas and Arizona regions. She replaces Julie Pilat, who is expected to announce her next project shortly. ––––––––– Harvey Kojan joins Galaxy Communications as Brand Manager for WTKW-FM and TK99/Syracuse. Galaxy President/CEO Ed Levine commented, "Harvey brings a wealth of experience to the position. He's a rare combination of science and emotion as he's extremely adept at radio research but still plays out in a band occasionally!"

Ke$ha's Tampon Comment Sends WBLI Interview Viral

THE MOUTH, JUNE 18TH, 2013 –– In case you ever wonder how to take something from your show national, perhaps Ke$ha is the answer. This week while being interview by WBLI Long Island's Syke'd, he asked is there's anything in her life that's actually off limits or that she wouldn't allow to be video-taped. Known for her openess on most any topic, she did manage at least one place where she wouldn't let the camera follow. "Not much, like I've just thought about it and, I mean, like maybe when I like change a tampon." Syke'd then paused long enough to realize what she just said (and how many websites would likely zero in on this audio pearl) before breaking into some nervous laughter he says "OK. Alright. I'm glad that's off-limits," while bouncing on the couch and seguing to her news about her new single. Moments later, the giant Huffington Post tagged the story, the first of many and they are still lining up. WATCH HERE

Did A Recent Radio Interview Jinx Miss Utah? [AUDIO]

Warned About Shows Like This Making Contestants Looking Dumb; Asked If She Was Good In Front Of Crowd

THE MOUTH, JUNE 18TH, 2013 –– 97.1 ZHT'S Frankie & DB's morning zoo are convinced their interview with Marissa Powell, Miss Utah on May 22nd may have jinxed her bid as Miss USA. As the world now knows, The 21-year-old was asked about income inequality in Las Vegas on Sunday night and offered an awkward, rambling answer that ended with her recommendation to "create education better." The response went viral. In spite of this, she still ended up in third place. But who will remember that? Frankie and company think their interview may have placed a jinx on her ability to handle a tough question. On their show, just guess what they mentioned? Yup, how pageants like this can often prompt questions that make contestants appear dumb. They brought up Megan Pinckney, Miss Teen South Carolina 2007, whose infamous response back then is still getting hits on YouTube now topping 58 Million. Frankie asked if she was good on her feet in front of large crowds? She replied, I try. LISTEN TO AUDIO POWELL PHOTO/Dave Tucker

Metallica’s James Hetfield Co-Host The Chop Shop On 10th Anniversary

THE MOUTH, JUNE 18TH, 2013 –– Metallica front-man James Hetfield joined Steve Black this weekend to co-host Envision Radio Networks®’ The Chop Shop. Celebrating its tenth year of guitar greatness, The Chop Shop was the first radio show devoted exclusively to the guitar. Over 900 interviews later, The Chop Shop host Steve Black sat down with Hetfield at the Orion Festival that rocked Detroit this past June 8th and 9th. At the festival, Steve Black spoke with Hetfield about the process of putting the event together. “It’s just another adventure for us to bring people closer to music,” Hetfield explained. Discussing the lineup, the Metallica front-man said, “We don’t want to focus on one type of music. We want to focus on good music, but focus on it being something at least edgy, something that moves people in a different way.” On the experience of playing live, Hetfield said, “Playing live for us has been the best drug on the planet.”
Hetfield also spoke to Black about Metallica’s upcoming trip to China. “Art and music… have no borders, so that’s why we do this, and that’s why we want to go to places like China,” said Hetfield. “Seeing fans in a new country for the first time is always amazing.”

Memorial Set For Bill Bailey

THE MOUTH, JUNE 18TH, 2013 –– A memorial celebration is set for Sunday, June 23 at the Eberhard Center, 301 Fulton St., Grand Rapids, Michigan, from 1pm – 5pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to operation homefront.net. Donations provide aid to service members' families. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at mlive.com that will be active on Friday June 21. Please feel free to spread word to anyone who would like to be present this coming Sunday, June 23rd which will be the day of the "Super Moon" in the night sky.

Sheen Wants Kunis For $1 Mil' An Episode

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UH OH: Daytime Emmy Presenter Gets Wrong Envelope - [TMZ]

BTW: Miss Utah Aside, Miss Connecticut Crowned Miss USA - [NY DAILY NEWS]

OH MY: Samsung To Give Away One Million Copies Of New Jay Z Album - [WSJ]

Hugh Jackman Isn't Trying To Impress You In Men's Fitness, But Don't Count On It - [MENS FITNESS]

Ozzy F*&&%g Glad Reality TV Days Are Over - [ENTERTAINMENT WISE]

Melissa Ethridge Talks Angelina's Double Mastectomy - [E]

UH OH: Artist Says Lady G Stole Her Look - [THE ATLANTIC WIRE]

David Chappelle To Headline 'Funny Or Die' Event - [DEADLINE]

TRAILERS WE LOVE: Martin Scorsese's "Wolf Of Wall Street" - [CINEMA BLEND]

MSBC 25 IS LESS THAN TWO MONTHS AWAY - Among this year's most anticipated segments will be "Learning From The Masters," A gathering of some of those most legendary names in Chicago Radio's history, to share their thoughts and insight into common traits of successful shows, past, present and future. Joining for Part One of special feature will be WLS/89'S JOHN RECORDS LANDECKER,BRANT MILLER, JEFF DAVIS, DICK BIONDI and FRED WINSTON, with moderator JAN JEFFRIES

CCME's Hogan Headed To The Big Apple

THE MOUTH, JUNE 17TH, 2013 –– Looks like CCME Chairman/CEO (radio) John Hogan is moving from his San Antonio based headquarters in San Antonio and joining CEO Bob Pittman in New York City. Along with the move, he'll also see his annual base salary jump from $1,000,000 to $1,125,000, according to the latest filing with the SEC. Hogan's bonus package will also rise $1,200,000 to $1,375,000, of which the increase in target performance bonus will be prorated for the portion of 2013 beginning on June 3, 2013. Add to this a housing allowance of $25,000 per month for the first 18 months, plus a $100,000 for relocation expense. This marks Hogan's second move with the company having first relocated from Atlanta

CADILLAC JACK: Taking Direction The Secret To Winning

THE MOUTH, JUNE 17TH, 2013 –– As Jockline reported last week, Cadillac Jack (shown left) celebrated over 20 years with Kicks 101.5/Atlanta by inking an extended deal with Cumulus Media. Following the announcement, Cadillac sat down with Rodney Ho of The AJC for a lengthy chat. He shares arriving in Atlanta from Myrtle Beach, S.C back then for coveted night slot. Having survived three owners, numerous bosses and three different time slots, he says the secret has been taking direction. "There are so many people who are smarter than I am. I don't have all the answers. I never will be the smartest guy in the room. I need coaching. I need good direction." Cadillac, known as Caddy, first moved to mornings in 2002. His agent at the time Norm Schrutt said Kicks needed a familiar face in the mornings and he convinced Cadillac that it was a smart career move, "Stations are built on foundations," Schrutt said. "The morning show is a foundation. Besides that, it pays more." PHOTO ABOVE/Cadillac, Dallas and Tug READ ENTIRE INTERVIEW HERE

Ascap Williams Calls Pandora's Radio Purchase A 'Stunt' [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, JUNE 17TH, 2013 –– Pandora surprised the industry last week with its purchase of KXMZ-FM, a small station in Rapid City, Iowa. Presumably, the move was intended to give the Internet radio broadcaster a better edge of royalty rate. This prompted a quick legal challenge from BMI and Ascap. According to NPR'S WEEKEND EDITION, Paul Williams, the president of ASCAP, says broadcasters pay the same in royalties for radio and streaming because those streams account for a tiny portion of their audience. "The fact is," he says, "they're very, very different models. Internet radio and terrestrial radio use music and generate revenue in different ways." He says Pandora's purchase of KXMZ isn't going to reduce its rates. "This is what I would refer to as a stunt, a way to do an end run to reduce the price of what they pay just one more little notch." Blake Morgan (shown), whose song "Better Angels" was among a number of his songs that got about 28,000 plays on Pandora. "The song earned $1.62 in royalties over a 90-day period on Pandora," he says, "which is a very typical rate." Pandora's attorney, Christopher Harrison says "Pandora shouldn't be discriminated against simply because we don't own a radio station," he says. So, (last) week they purchased KXMZ. Morgan says "I have a new record coming out — most people have new records coming out," he says. "These are things that we've worked on for months, if not years, and we're not looking to be paid unfairly. We're simply looking for a fair working wage for the music that we make."

CBS Radio Goes 'Under The Dome' With TV Series

THE MOUTH, JUNE 17TH, 2013 –– Under the Dome radio launched today, Monday, June 17 featuring a wide variety of music, and original editorial content based on the summer series of the same name debuting on Monday, June 24 (10:00PM, ET/PT), on the CBS Television Network. The exclusive streaming radio station created by CBS Local Digital Media, available at Radio.com, Fans of the show will hear playlists influenced by the show’s characters, conversations with best-selling author and executive producer of the series Stephen King, weekly interviews with music supervisor Ann Kline, and an array of commentary surrounding each episode and how the plot is developing week to week.

On Tap Regulars Fill In During Nik Carter's Vacation

THE MOUTH, JUNE 17TH, 2013 –– Looks like regular listeners of Nik Carter's syndicated 'On Tap' show, won't miss a beat while Carter takes vacation. During his absence, his show will be taken over by show regulars: Don Felder. George Thorogood, Penn Jillette and Cheech and Chong. Airing currently on WKLH-FM, Milwaukee, WAQY-FM, Springfield, WIMZ-FM, Knoxville, WABX-FM, Evansville, WQUS-FM, Flint, KPQ-FM, Wenatchee, and more, it features archives of MTV, including "Unplugged, Behind The Music', "Storytellers, and performances from the Video Music Awards and Palladia, plus a highly customized presentation from Nik Carter. The show is syndicated through KMG Networks, a division of Krantz Media Group.

Elton John & Billy Joel Make Nice At Songwriters Hall of Fame Event; Joel Blamed it On Pianist Envy

THE MOUTH, JUNE 17TH, 2013 –– In case you weren't aware, Billy Joel and Elton John have had an ongoing feud the last couple of years following a 15 years of touring together. At last Thursday night's Songwriters Hall of Fame 2013 induction ceremony in New York, it appears the pair kissed and made up (so to speak) direct from stage. “I didn't see you tonight Mr. Joel, but I love you dearly," Elton said from the stage after he and Bernie Taupin accepted the Johnny Mercer Award. Shortly afterward, Joel took the stage to induct Foreigner’s Mick Jones and Lou Gramm. There he asked “Is Elton still here,” he asked. “I tried to get over to his table, but some girl came up and said ‘Remember when you threw me in the pool?’ If he’s still here, call me. It’s the same phone number. We’re fine. It’s probably just pianist envy.” In 2011, John told Rolling Stone Joel keeps canceling concerts due to illnesses and various other things, but added "He’s gone to rehab, but they’ve been rehab light. When I went to rehab, I had to clean the floors.” According to hitfix.com, In a piece in last month's New York Times Joel responded by saying, “That’s his opinion. I don’t do it because I don’t wanna. He tends to shoot off his mouth...Maybe he’s trying to motivate me, to get me mad or something. He’s kind of like a mom.”

Klingshirn Still On The Prowl For Radios Hottest Hunks

THE MOUTH, JUNE 17TH, 2013 –– After WAPE/Jacksonville's Mark Kay concluded his "Hottest Women of Radio" list last week (finalists posted June 28th), the industry's quest for more hotties continues, this time for GUYS as Jockline Daily has been reporting, The Bert Show's Kristin Klingshirn's second annual Hottest Guys In Radio competition. Just like last year's finalist, KISS-FM/LA's Dave Styles, all you need is a special blend of nature's goodness along with Kristin's ever keen ability of choosing just the right mix of serious hunkage. As is the tradition, guys will be a little less inclined to submit pics of themselves. That said, why not give them a bit of help by submitting their nomination for them. To do so, just ENTER HERE

LA Lakers Metta World Peace Tries His Skills As Sport's Anchor On Jay Mohr Show [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, JUNE 17TH, 2013 –– FOX Sports Radio’s Jay Mohr Sports featured three guest hosts last week – NFL free agent and FOX Sports Radio Host Kirk Morrison, FOX Sports Radio Host Ben Maller, and Los Angeles Lakers Forward Metta World Peace. During the show, Peace joined Morrison and Maller in hosting regular show segments, took questions from listeners, and tried out his skills as a sports news anchor, reporting the “Top 5 at 5” in the show’s final hour. Los Angeles sports radio personality Vic “The Brick” Jacobs also stopped by to congratulate Peace on his successful debut as a sports radio host. During the show, Peace revealed that despite today’s reports speculating Dwight Howard and Chris Paul may want to be teammates next season, he's spoken with both players and the reports are false. Pictured (left to right): Producer Greg Toohey, Kirk Morrison, Metta World Peace, Steve Hartman, Gabe, Ben Maller and Matty Cox CLICK HERE FOR HIGHLIGHTS

Miley Covers Billboard - [BILLBOARD]

'Man of Steel' Breaks New June Opening Record - [ABC RADIO NEWS]

Annie Lebowitz Shoots Katy Perry's First Vogue Cover - [VOGUE]

Kate Moss Soon To Cover Playboy - [REFINERY 29]

Giuliana Rancic Drops Trowel During TV Newscast - We Think - [GOSSIP COP]

Usher And Samsung Team For Digital Film - [HUGE]

Homeless Alcoholic Pretends To Be Famous Star, Stays Three Nights At Expensive Hotel - [MIRROR]

UH OH: Charlie Sheen Livid At Farrah Abraham Text Leak - [CONTACT MUSIC]

The Many New Beginnings of Drew Barrymore - [CALIFORNIA STYLE]

'Celebrity Chef' Sued For Selling Fake $46,000 Bottle of Wine - [DAILY MAIL]