MOTION: Mike Calta Inks New Deal Tampa’s Bone

THE MOUTH, JUNE 24TH, 2014 –– Cox Media Group (CMG) Tampa has re-signed No. 1 afternoon drive talk show host Mike Calta on 102.5 The Bone, REAL.RAW.RADIO WHPT-FM. Calta’s multi-year contract continues his role as host of the top rated ‘Mike Calta Show’ weekday afternoons from 3-7 p.m. “I'm excited to continue my radio career for the next 5 years right where it started 20 years ago in Tampa Bay,” said Mike Calta. “CMG has been a great company to work for and I look forward to growing The Mike Calta Show with them." Calta’s new deal further exemplifies CMG’s continued commitment to working with the greatest talent in the industry. Calta has been an integral part of the success of 102.5 The Bone since 2007.Originally from Staten Island, NY, he transplanted to the Tampa Bay market in 1989 and has been a prominent local radio host ever since. During this time, Calta perfected and delivered the highest-rated, award winning “Mike Calta Show,” cementing himself as one the most prolific radio talk show hosts in all of talk radio. Formerly known as “Cowhead,” Mike Calta changed his show name earlier this year. “Mike is clearly one of the most talented hosts in media today,” said Keith Lawless CMG Tampa Vice President and Market Manager. “We are proud that the Mike Calta Show will continue to call 102.5 The Bone home for many years to come”.

[WATCH] Angie Martinez Opens Up About Move From Hot 97 To Power 105.1

"I'm Not Disloyal At All. I Decided To Take An Amazing Offer'

THE MOUTH, JUNE 24TH, 2014 –– Following last week's shocker that longtime Hot 97 Host Angie Martinez was crossing over to Power 105.1, she's opening up about the move and says that despite the noise that surrounds the move, she's happy about her decision. In an interview with the syndicated 'The Breakfast Club," which originates from Power 105.1/NYC, she explains she left the competing station on amicable terms. "It's business and people leave jobs all the time. I'm not disloyal at all. I have always been extremely loyal. I put, I don't know how many years of my life down for that company. Even the highest of higher ups – which is when I went to make the phone call when I decided to take this amazing offer that I got. They said 'you’ve served this company so well so many years, I can do nothing but wish you well.' “It was no –how dare you? Why would you leave us? “But nobody was angry. Nobody felt like I was doing the wrong thing. Everyone said this is the right thing for you to do for your career and your life.” Listen also as Angie Martinez talks turning down a judging position on American Idol, why she’s never released her footage with Tupac, keeping her career change a secret and more. She's shown left with Charlmagne Tha God, DJ Envy and radio personality Angela Yee - WATCH HERE

107.7 The End Seattle Makes '2 Minute Promise'

THE MOUTH, JUNE 24TH, 2014 –– Entercom’s 107.7 The End has unveiled the “2 Minute Promise.” The End will not only play half the commercials compared to other radio stations in Seattle, but will also play the most music of any station in the market. “Since its inception, The End has been a leader in new music discovery and a radio innovator. The time has come for a radio station to make a stand for our listeners and our advertisers,” said Garett Michaels (L), Program Director of 107.7 The End. “The End’s ‘2 Minute Promise’ gives our listeners exactly what they’ve asked for, more music with fewer breaks, and is a groundbreaking new way to showcase our advertisers with less clutter and more music.” Jack Hutchison, Vice President and General Manager, said, “We are proud to be the first station in the United States to offer this bold, innovative approach to radio. We know our listeners will be more than excited about this change and we are just as excited we can provide our clients an incredibly unique platform to showcase their message to our End listeners.”

The Miguel Show Raise Thousands For Family Of Man Killed While Celebrating Birth Of 3-Day Old Baby

THE MOUTH, JUNE 24TH, 2014 - It's a story that's captivated the national news. Last Tuesday, a Panama City man was killed when a stray bullet entered his home while he was celebrating the birth of his 3-day-old baby. Shortly after the news broke, The Miguel Show with Mandy and Holly on Island 106/Panama City, quickly launched "Go Without to Help Out: the Ayers Family." They asked for the community to go without for the month: without their daily coffee stop, without their monthly pedicures, without something they don't really NEED, and give that money to the grieving family instead. The original goal of $1,000 was reached within an hour of going live with the fundraiser. The goal was then raised to $15,000 and was surpassed in next 24 hours. At last count, they were headed towards $30,000 and it's still coming in. The fundraising page is still active at http://www.gofundme.com/agla8k. Holly tells Jockline Daily " WE ARE SO PROUD of the community for coming together for a family in need.

Before You Exit Takes Macys/CCM+E Third Annual Rising Star Honors

Campaign Captured More Than Seven Million Online Votes

THE MOUTH, JUNE 23RD, 2014 –– CCME and Macy's congratulate Before You Exit on winning the third Macy's iHeartRadio Rising Star Campaign. Before You Exit will now perform alongside music's biggest stars at this year's iconic two-day iHeartRadio Music Festival in Las Vegas on September 19 and 20, in addition to taking the stage for special performances during Macy's Glamorama®, the retailer's annual music and high-fashion events this summer, as well as the iconic Macy¹s Thanksgiving Day Parade® this November. The three brothers from Orlando, Florida ­ Connor McDonough (Vocals/Guitar), Riley McDonough (Vocals) and younger brother Toby McDonough (Vocals/Guitar) said "We are so blessed to have such amazing support and to be given this opportunity to play at the iHeartRadio Music Festival alongside so many talented artists," said the band. This year, Clear Channel radio listeners, iHeartRadio fans and Macy's shoppers cast more than seven million votes for their favorite up-and-coming artists, crowning Before You Exit as the 2014 Macy's iHeartRadio Rising Star. The campaign also featured five in-store performances by the Top 5 finalists where hundreds of fans flocked to Macy's stores to see live performances of the must-hear breakout artists of 2014. This year¹s iHeartRadio Music Festival 2014 star-studded line-up and ticket information will be announced next month.

Mother Names Baby 'Nash' After Hearing "Nash Nights Live" Jingle; Show Heads To Wisconsin To Celebrate Birth

THE MOUTH, JUNE 24TH, 2014 –– NASH-FM listener Ashley Kimble named her newborn baby “Nash” after hearing the “Nash Nights Live” jingle night after night. Living in Brandon, Wisconsin, Ashley is a dedicated listener to NASH FM and fell in love with the name “Nash” from the moment she heard it on the radio. The baby's full name is Nash Merwin Kimble, born on April 27, 2014. No sooner had baby Nash arrived before Cumulus announced that Shawn Parr and Elaina Smith will broadcast “Nash Nights Live” from the NASH FM 99.5 and 104.9 Oshkosh, WI studio on Tuesday, June 24 to celebrate the birth of the first NASH baby. “I listen to NASH all the time,” said Ashley Kimble. “It’s on at 5 a.m. when I’m feeding the baby and at 9 p.m. when I’m driving home from work. The name Nash is unique and seemed like the perfect name for my newborn!” The live broadcast will feature a pre-party with Parr and Smith, featuring artist Joe Nichols and local hosts Carson, Eddie and JP. The event is invite only and will include live music, fun and surprises.

NJ Gov. Chris Christie Goes To Bat For Boomer Esiason

THE MOUTH, JUNE 24TH, 2014 –– A good friend of WFAN-AM/FM, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie participated in the fourth annual Bombers Boomer Broadway Softball Classic on Monday, June 23, at Yankee Stadium. The Governor, who is a frequent guest on WFAN’s morning show with co-hosts Boomer Esiason and Craig Carton, played alongside the duo in the spirited game. Team Boomer, which consisted of WFAN personalities and Esiason’s noteworthy friends including Christie, played an exciting matchup against a host of Wounded Warriors and New York Yankees alumni, benefiting the Boomer Esiason Foundation. In the 7th inning with the bases loaded, the Governor’s fielding at third base contributed to leading his team to a 7-6 victory. PHOTO/Christian Conte/CBSNewYork.com.

WGN's Pete McMurray To Appear Tonight On 'Sullivan & Son'

THE MOUTH, JUNE 24TH, 2014 –– Comedian/Actor Steve Byrne was kind enough to invite WGN evening host Pete McMurray to LA for a speaking part in his TBS sitcom 'Sullivan and Son,. Byrne told Pete and his co-host/producer Scott Miller (seated next to lady in black jacket) that the episode he and Scott participated in will actually be airing tonight (TBS 10:30pm ET) - assuming it didn't end up on the cutting room's floor. Fat Chance, right? The episode is called 'Everybody's Loves Frank.' Will there be more news about Steve Byrne coming soon. Stay tuned. LISTEN HERE

American Idol Judges & Ryan Seacrest Returning For Season 14

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Mourners At Kasem Memorial Service Hear His Voice

THE MOUTH, JUNE 23RD, 2014 –– Approximately 200 close friends and family of Casey Kasem gathered at Bel Air, CA Protestant Church over the weekend to celebrate his life and were treated to short audio clips from American 'Top 40,' as well as speeches from his older children and friends. His longtime agent, Eric Weiss, tells Jockline Daily "The private memorial was hosted by his three children, Julie , Kerri and Mike. It was an emotionally charged celebration of his life. Focusing not only on his obvious talents and iconic career, but more importantly on his numerous contributions to charitable causes and activism to help the needy and victims of discrimination. Numerous speakers paid tribute to Casey, among them, Shotgun Tom Kelly, former California lieutenant governor Mike Curb, and long time personal assistant Gonzalo Venecia. in particular, Kerri Kasems speech was met with a rousing ovation, and numerous speakers commented on her efforts to protect her father in his waning days. As one speaker noted , 'she clearly has Casey's DNA.' there was a live violin performance by David Campbell with one of Casey's favorite songs " Send in the clowns." The ceremony closed with a video tribute to Casey produced by his son Mike, which of course ended with the words "keep your feet on the ground and keep reaching for the stars." PHOTO/Eric Weiss facebook

Larry Elder Gets Rare Star For Radio Talk Host On Hollywood's Walk of Fame

THE MOUTH, JUNE 23RD, 2014 –– Radio talk host Larry Elder says "My first thought was, 'I am happy and grateful for the appreciation. My second thought was, 'I hope they didn't confuse me with Samuel L. Jackson,'" the libertarian radio host joked in an email to The Hollywood Reporter. Out of 2,500 people who've received stars, hundreds are from the radio, but you won't see them for several of its biggest names. So far, the only other political talkers to have a stars are Bill Cunningham, the late Dan Avey and late Ray Briem, along with Bill Handel. Elder is on AM 790 KABC in Los Angeles. Lately, the number of nominees for radio has been dwindling, says Ana Martinez, the Walk of Fame's VP/media relations and producer of its ceremonies. This year, Elder was one of just four radio hosts nominated compared with hundreds for TV and film. Ellen K., from KIIS FM in Los Angeles, was recently added as a committee member and is expected to help rectify the situation.

Cox Media Group Launches X107.1 FM – Atlanta’s New Alternative

THE MOUTH, JUNE 23RD, 2014 –– Cox Media Group (CMG) Atlanta Radio today launched X107.1 FM, Atlanta’s New Alternative radio station. X107.1. “The 18-34 year old audience is an extremely appealing demographic to advertisers and that audience has a strong attraction to alternative music today,” said Steve Smith, Vice President of Programming for CMG Radio. “Our research tells us that Atlanta is ripe for an Alt40 radio station like X107.1.” “We’re thrilled our Atlanta Radio Team has added another great property to our top-shelf portfolio,” added Ben Reed, CMG Atlanta Radio’s VP & Market Manager. “X107.1 FM integrates well into our content and sales strategy while engaging a socially-savvy demographic.” The new X107.1 kicked off its new format by playing Fever by The Black Keys, the first of an avalanche of 10,000 songs in a row, all commercial free. In addition to the best new alternative songs and concerts, X107.1 offers a user-friendly app which allows alt music fans to listen to the radio station live on their phones at any time. X107.1 FM was formerly South 107.1, a country music station based out of Rome, Ga.

[LISTEN] Kimmel Makes Surprise Visit To Toucher & Rich Show

THE MOUTH, JUNE 23RD, 2014 –– Rich Shertenlieb (center) tells Jockline Daily that ABC's TV's Jimmy Kimmel (2nd from L) announcer on "The Jimmy Kimmel Show," Dicky Barrett (2nd from R) was in town to do a show with his old band "The Mighty Mighty Bosstones." "Dicky was going to join us in studio, but as a surprise he brought along Jimmy Kimmel and Cousin Sa (far left)l from his show. We talked radio, people who wanted us fired in radio, our mutual love for Randy Lane, smoking with Snoop Dogg, people who refuse to read their mean tweets on his show, Mike Tyson and more. Couldn't have been cooler to us. Kimmel truly is one of the good guys." LISTEN HERE

MOTION: Lucy Mohl Joins Workhouse Media

THE MOUTH, JUNE 23RD, 2014 –– Talent and content management agency Workhouse Media announced that Lucy Mohl has joined the company as Senior Vice President for Communications and Strategy. In a new role for the company, Mohl will be working closely with clients on multi-platform creative content development, as well as managing the firm's communications and strategic profile. She comes to the company with over three decades of experience in broadcast, traditional and digital media. Paul B. Anderson, Principal & CEO of Workhouse Media, notes that although this will be Mohl's first engagement with the company, this is not the first time they've worked together. "Lucy was already on television as a nationally-syndicated film critic in the early 1990's when she came to me as a client launching an Internet company," Anderson says. "Thanks to her timing and acumen, her company, Film.com, grew into the leading site for professional film reviews, and was subsequently purchased by RealNetworks. At RealNetworks, Mohl became the company's first Director of Programming for content, creating new properties and developing partnerships with leading broadcasters worldwide. Mohl will be working out of Workhouse Media's offices in Seattle. The company maintains offices in Seattle and Los Angeles.

GAB Radio Talent Institute Concludes This Week; Next Stop: Kentucky, Pennsylvania

THE MOUTH, JUNE 23RD, 2014 –– The ten day Georgia Association of Broadcasters Radio Talent Institute concludes on Wednesday this week at Grady College, University of Georgia with Allen Power, Senior VP Salem Communications leading the session “Now is the Time to Start Thinking Like a Pro.”
These students/future broadcasters have already been certified as Radio Marketing Professionals by the RAB, were the live studio audience of the Ryan Cameron Morning Show with Wanda Smith and Big Tigger from V103 in Atlanta broadcasting live from the campus, and learned from Chip Carey of the Atlanta Braves, Wes Durham from the Falcons and Fox Sports South among a strong lineup of almost 40 radio pros teaching over the ten days of the Institute. Over the weekend John Dickey (above) from Cumulus Media talked to the students about branding and the exciting opportunities they have ahead of them; Ben Reed from Cox Media Group encouraged students to think like “media doctors” addressing needs of advertisers and listeners and Jockline Daily publisher/MSBC Host Don Anthony offered tips on getting hired. In July, Dan Vallie and the National Radio Talent System will convene the inaugural Conference Radio Talent Institute at Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania and the second annual KBA WKU Radio Talent Institute at Western Kentucky University. For more information Contact Dan Vallie; DanVallie@NationalRadioTalentSystem.com or 828 262 1502.

Wired 96.5 Philly Host Puts On A Vanishing Act

THE MOUTH, JUNE 23RD, 2014 –– Wired 96.5/Philly's Chunky Radio says without surgery, no gym, only will power and patience he's been able to drop over 200 pounds in one year. He says exactly one year ago on June 17, 2013 he decided to change my own life. 'I have been overweight my entire life. I was 11 pounds when I was born. I got used to being overweight and molded my life around it. I didn't sit in certain seats that I didn't think could hold me. I didn't ride roller coasters. I hated flying...The list goes on and on and on. Well on this date one year ago, with the help of my beautiful fiance and my loving mother, brother and father, I decided that I was going to see what life was like on the other side. Total of 219 Pounds in one year.
No surgery. No gym.
Will power. Patience." PHOTO/FB

VH1 and VH1 Classic Host Event At Times Square Honoring Radio Affiliates; Tom Calderone Speaks. Paul Rodgers Performs

THE MOUTH, JUNE 23RD, 2014 –– VH1 and VH1 Classic recently hosted an exclusive event at the VH1 Times Square studio, showcasing some of their syndicated programs including their new and improved radio prep services and their nightly syndicated classic rock radio show On Tap hosted by Nik Carter. The invitation-only event underscored the true brand power of VH1 and VH1 Classic and featured a welcome address by VH1 President Tom Calderone, a one on one interview with On Tap host Nik Carter and Paul Rodgers, and an intimate, 3 song acoustic performance by Mr. Rodgers, who took time away from rehearsing for his show at Town Hall in New York City to attend. Steve Goldstein, Executive VP, Saga Communications, Bob Guerra, National Program Director Cherry Creek Radio and Fred Jacobs, President, Jacobs Media were honored at the event for their involvement in the launch of On Tap. On Tap and the VH1 branded prep services are distributed by KMG Media and sold by AdLarge. PHOTO/From Left to Right, VH1/VH1 Classic Radio Vice President Roger Coletti – Cathy Cuskas - President, Adlarge - Bob Guerra - National Program Director, Cherry Creek Radio - Paul Rodgers – Steve Goldstein, Executive VP, Saga Communications – Fred Jacobs, President, Jacobs Media – Nik Carter, Host of On Tap – CEO of Adlarge Gary Shoenfield - President & CEO of KMG Networks Gary Krantz Photo by: Steven Stuts

Benztown And 'Round Trip With Dave O’ Offer Free Two-Hour “All Boy Band” Special ‘90’s Music Show

THE MOUTH, JUNE 23RD, 2014 –– Benztown Radio Networks is offering for free to any radio station a special "All Boy Band" edition of the syndicated music show Round Trip with Dave O', co-hosted by Dave O’ and Jeff Timmons of the 90's pop group, 98 Degrees, and featuring special appearances by Bryan Abrams of Color Me Badd, Delious Kennedy of All-4-One and Brian Littrell of the Backstreet Boys. WHEN: The free special two-hour show will run Saturday, June 28, through Sunday, June 29, 2014. For info, contact Masa Patterson at Benztown at (818) 842-4600 or at mp@benztown.com. Round Trip with Dave O': Round Trip with Dave O’ is a two-hour weekly music intensive trip back to the pop charts of the 1990's complete with interviews from prominent 1990's pop culture icons, big prize giveaways, phone calls, artist information, and charismatic hosting. The show is produced by Dan Holiday Productions. Visit www.roundtripwithdaveo.com.

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