Derek Madden Named PD at KLOS

THE MOUTH, JULY 10TH, 2013 –– Derek Madden has been tapped as as PD of Cumulus KLOS/Los Angeles. He has been Program Director at sister station, 107.7 THE BONE (KSAN-FM) in San Francisco for the last two years. He was also host of "The Ride Home", The Bone's highly-rated, occasionally ridiculous afternoon drive show. Prior to The Bone, Madden was a fixture in Bay Area radio. He programmed KSJO/San Jose, served as MD at KLLC/San Francisco, and spent nearly a decade on-air at KITS/San Francisco. Madden said "San Francisco's been my home for 12 years. It was always going to take something pretty special for me to leave, and now I've found it. To work with that legendary brand and a top shelf morning show like Heidi & Frank is literally a dream come true. Thanks to John Dickey, Val Garris, Marko Radlovic, and Mike McVay for this tremendous opportunity. And a special thanks to the entire team at KSAN. I'm really proud of what we accomplished."

MOTION: Free Beer & Hot Wings Extend Longterm With Flagship; Gene Knight Named MD At Magic 92.5 San Diego

THE MOUTH, JULY 10TH, 2013 –– Gregg Daniels, aka Free Beer, Chris Michels, aka Hot Wings, and Eric Zane, hosts of the syndicated Free Beer & Hot Wings Show have signed a multi-year extension with flagship 97.9 WGRD, Townsquare Media Grand Rapids. According to mlive.com, the new deal keeps the morning show on its flagship station in Grand Rapids through 2018. FB&HW's began its syndication in 2004 and are now heard on stations in 25 states. Townsquare Grand Rapids Vice President/General Manager, Russ Hines said, "Gregg, Chris and Eric continue to entertain and grow their audience every day and amuse their listeners with quality humorous content. Their decision to stay in West Michigan and continue to raise their families here is another indication of what makes Grand Rapids special.” FB&HW are syndicated by Compass Media. ––––––––– Gene Knight has been named Music Director at Magic 92.5 (XHRM-San Diego) Before arriving at Magic 92.5, he a number of years at the B100, K-Joy and most recently afternoon drive host at KYXY.

Royal Prank's Greig Suing Station

Claims They Failed To Provide A Safe Workplace Following Hoax

THE MOUTH, JULY 10TH, 2013 ––
Mel Greig, one of the Australian host involved in the internationally publicized royal prank, is now suing her radio station for failing to provide a safe workplace over the hoax last year that lead to a woman's death. According to stuff.co.nz, Greig, who hasn't returned to the air since the incident, has filed a claim against 2Day FM. While Greig is still off the air, her co-host Michael Christian resumed his duties earlier this year and was controversially named the network's "top jock" in June. A source said Greig and Austereo would try to settle the matter out of court before going that route. In February, the UK's Crown Prosecution Service decided there wasn't sufficient evidence to charge Christian and Greig with manslaughter over the death of a nurse.

Ryan Seacrest Set To Host NBC's 'Million Second Quiz'

THE MOUTH, JULY 10TH, 2013 –– As far as we know, there's only ONE Ryan Seacrest, but judging by the number of gigs he has, you have to wonder if he has few body doubles. Chalk up a new game show to the list. According to Variety, the radio host, turned media mogul is in 'advanced' negotiations with NBC to host new unscripted format “Million Second Quiz.” Pact would also see him sign on as an executive producer. While
sources close to the situation say the deal isn’t final yet, the “American Idol” host will likely see himself in a primetime berth come fall. Not surprisingly, the negotiations have been complicated by the logistics of freeing up Seacrest. “Million Second Quiz” is already creating buzz for its format, which pits contestants against each other 24/7 across TV and online. Seacrest already has a deal with NBC Universal from last April that put him on “Today” for its Olympics coverage. He also spends time with his E! “Keeping Up with the Kardashians: and Bravo (“Shahs of Sunset”).

NEW YORK: Nash FM Edges Closer To One Million Cume

THE MOUTH, JULY 10TH, 2013 –– Cumulus Media’s 94.7 Nash FM continues it steady rise in New York City. According to the latest June Arbitron ratings, it increased 1.8, 1.9, 2.1 during April, May and June with a cume reaching approximately 988,200. CCME's Lite-FM (WLTW) remained on top with a 6.8 despite a small decline This barely edged WCBS-FM who rose 6.2 – 6.1 – 6.7 and placed second. Lite-FM and CCME's Z100 (WHTZ) held the number 1 & 2 spot in 18-49. Nash made news recently with the addition of Blair Garner taking over mornings. He follows its first air member Kelly Ford (right) and Jesse Addy. Join Kelly Ford, Lisa Dent, Mercedes, Carolyn Gilbert, Vikki Locke and moderator Erica Farber during this year's "25 Years of Women On The Radio' panel set for Tue. August 8th at MSBC's 25th Annual Event In Chicago.

Doug Stephan Presents Dream Big America'

THE MOUTH, JULY 10TH, 2013 –– Dream Big America” the first-ever live nationally syndicated radio show, pitting new entrepreneur ideas against each other, offered it’s inaugural line-up of contestants on Tuesday, July 9, 2013 at 9am on “Doug Stephan’s Good Day.” Three entrepreneurs each pitched their business ideas, and then a panel of noted business executive/celebrities cross-examined each contestant. Next, listeners were invited to call special voting numbers to select a weekly winner. Weekly winners will then be invited back to face off in the Finals Show on the last Tuesday of the month. The final winner will receive cash, support and valuable resources for their business. The first three entrepreneurs selected to present were: Conscious Box, based in Portland, Oregon, myEDmatch, based in Kansas City, Missouri and Stemulation, based in Aliso Viejo, California. “What a powerhouse group of entrepreneurs for the Dream Big America inaugural show,” said host, Doug Stephan. “We are coming out of the box with a bang! Each one of these new ventures is very impressive in their own right. I can’t wait to see how America will vote between these three companies.” Dream Big America partners with the Kansas City-based Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation and its 1 Million Cups startup education program, and the San Diego-based Nutritional Capital Network. Each organization supports the show by providing vetted start-up ventures for consideration to the Dream Big America selection committee. READ MORE HERE

Pandora Bites Deeper Into Radio Market; Listener Hours Climb 17%

THE MOUTH, JULY 10TH, 2013 –– While the debate continues over what is or isn't radio, Pandora reach continues to grow. According to Fox Business, it's listener hours climbed 17% in June as more people tuned in and its overall share of the U.S. radio market improved. Based on its report, Pandora said Tuesday that listening hours were 1.25 billion last month, up from 1.08 billion. Active listeners jumped 30% to 71.1 million from 54.5 million during the same period last year.
That said, investors were apparently not moved as Pandora was down 3% to around $19.88 in early trading although they remain up about 117% this year. Its share of total U.S. radio listening was 7.04% in June, up from 4.98% last year. In May, it posted quarterly revenue growth of 55%, surpassing analyst expectations as listener hours grew by 35% and subscribers doubled.

Politichicks Post "The Hottest Conservative 'Supermen' In U.S.

THE MOUTH, JULY 10TH, 2013 –– Pretty soon there could be a 'Hottest' list for every group. On the heels of the recent 'Hottest Women and Men (even a NOT so hottest list) now Politichicks picks: The Hottest Conservative Supermen in America,’” they said. “With all the popular ‘hot conservative women’ lists floating round on the Internet … we figured turnabout’s fair play.” Aside from TV, Web and Authors, Radio was on the radar, too. Topping the lists was Rush Limbaugh, Dennis Prager, Larry Elder, Frank Gaffney, Hugh Hewitt, John Ransom, David Webb, Rusty Humphries, Fingers Mallow and Stephen K. Bannon. Oh yes, they also named The 15 Overall Hottest Conservative Supermen in the Universe:” Radio peeps included Sean Hannity and Larry O’Connor. SEE ENTIRE LIST HERE

Elisabeth Hasselbeck Headed To Fox & Friends - [THR]

OFFICIAL: Meredith Vieira Headed To Daytime Talk - [MEDIABISTRO]

UH OH: 'Biggest Loser' Finalist In Legal Battle Over Weight - [NEWSDAY]

Screenwriters Pick Up Options For Boston Bomber's "Fighter" - [DEADLINE]

UH OH: Striking 'Fashion Police' Miffed At Joan Rivers - [THE WRAP]

YUP: Jay Z Tweets Miley Cyrus Is God - [HOLLYWIRE]

UH OH: Kristen Stewart Pranked With 'I Love Rob' Message On Car Hood - [NY DAILY NEWS]

TRAILERS WE LOVE: Kristen Bell In 'The Lifeguard' - [FIRST SHOWING]

Nicki Minaj's New Look - [MARIE CLAIRE]

J-Lo Was Built For The Long Run - [W]

SCOTT SHANNON | TOM GRISWOLD | JEFF DETROW | JERRY CESAK | GUY PHILLIPS | BROTHER WEASE | MICHAEL MCVAY

Among the many highlights of this year's 25th Annual Morning Show Boot In Chicago is a special panel made up of top hosts who have not only crossed the 25 year mark on the air, but have continued to thrive, year after year. Among those joining moderator Mike McVay (far right) will be from left to right, WPLJ/New York's Scott Shannon, Tom Griswold of The Bob & Tom Show, KyXy/San Diego's Jeff & Jer', Y98/St. Louis' Guy Phillips, 95.1/Rochester's Brother Wease. Others to be announced. MORNING SHOW BOOT CAMP is set for Aug. 8th & 9th At The Renaissance Hotel/Chicago. SPONSORED BY REELWORLD

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98 Rock Baltimore Kicks Off New Morning Show; Ryerse Goes Solo In Afternoons

THE MOUTH, JULY 9TH, 2013 –– 98 Rock’s new morning show debuted yesterday with a familiar voice taking over for departing Mickey Cuchiella (See JD, 6/28) who left late last month following an emotional video. Joining the show is afternoon host Justin Shlegel (upper left) along with morning show regulars Scott Reardon and Josh Spiegel, debuted this morning. Amelia Ryerse who had co-hosted with Cuchiella now gets to sleep a bit later as she follows Shlegel in afternoons. The show weighed in on this week's expectations posting at their website: - 1st Show . . . we fumble our way through it. Tuesday: 2nd Show . . . we hope to still be on the air Wednesday: 3rd show . . . by this day we guess hate mail would have reached the millions. Thursday: 4th show . . . we will still be working . . . ? Friday .. 5th show . . .? BTW, cool website, too. CHECK IT OUT HERE

MSBC 25 IS JUST WEEKS AWAY: This year's anniversary event will be highlighted with a special star-studded panel of top women hosts who thrived over the last 25 years. Led by RAB President/CEO, Erica Farber, they'll take a look at how the role of women broadcasters has evolved and what challenges lie ahead. It's set for Thursday, Aug. 8th. Scheduled panelists include KELLY FORD | LISA DENT | CAROLYN GILBERT | VIKKI LOCKE OTBA

Lee Abrams Launches TouchVision Digital News; Where Stories Are The Star [VIDEO]

THE MOUTH, JULY 9TH, 2013 –– Former Tribune Co. exec Lee Abrams is back and set to launch TouchVision 24/7 digital news. Abrams is joined by Steve Saslow, co-founder and CEO; Brandon Davis, co-founder and COO. Leading it's news and content will be Bill Carey, Dave Logan and Kathryn Janicek. Of note, "TouchVision Network will have no on-air anchors or reporters; instead they say the story will be the star. Abrams, the former head of programming at XM/Sirius, co-creator of the first satellite radio network, ABC’s Satellite Music Network and iconic programmer for numerous years in broadcast radio, the latest offering, TouchVision will deliver a vivid cinematic 24/7 live, video stream of news and information on all devices simultaneously: smartphones, tablets, computers and TVs. It's also interactive so viewers can create their personal Touchiest channel to serve them precisely the content they want. CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO INTRO

JOHN GEHRON | RANDY LANE | STEVE GOLDSTEIN | PAT PAXTON | MARK KOPELMAN And Others TBA Join Talentmasters' 25Th Annual Morning Show Boot Camp For "50 Ideas In 50 Minutes!" Top Tips and Ideas On Brand Building, Creating More Powerful Content, Planning For The Future And Much More - MORE DETAILS COMING

Hollywood Hamilton Attempts 350 Mile Bike Ride For Wounded Warrior Project

THE MOUTH, JULY 9TH, 2013 –– Hollywood Hamilton, host of The Remix Top 30 Countdown and Weekend Top 30, will take time this summer to raise funds and awareness of the Wounded Warrior Project®, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping thousands of injured warriors returning home from current conflicts and providing assistance to their families. Beginning July 15, Hamilton and his wife Marina will attempt a 350-mile bicycle ride along the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal from Washington, D.C. to Pittsburgh, Pa., with 100% of donations to their Grounded page benefiting WWP. “Some of you who personally know us might think, ‘there is no way he could possibly go six days without an Box’ or ‘his wife Marina could never live without a hair dryer.’ For those reasons, along with both of us being stubborn and the possibility that we may break up somewhere along the way, we will only be collecting these thoughtful donations based on the miles we cover.” Track their journey, or to make a donation to support the Wounded Warrior Project, please CLICK HERE

TALENTMASTER'S 25TH ANNUAL MORNING SHOW BOOT CAMP IS ONE MONTH AWAY: Among the many highlights planned during this year's highly charged agenda includes a closer examination of the digital impact on weekly listening. Following Arbiter/Edison's Infinite Dial 2013 Study, Arbiter's Bill Rose (shown) shares critical takeaways from this study, plus the latest data on PPM and more. It's set for Thursday, Au. 8th, 2013

Stars Line Up For Johnny Dare's 20th Anniversary

THE MOUTH, JULY 9TH, 2013 –– There will be no shortage of rock and roll in Kansas City come August 22-24, as groups such as Jacky, Shine down, Theory of a De adman, Papa Roach (shown) will take over Berkeley Riverfront Park for three day to celebrate the 20th anniversary of KQRC/98.9's legendary morning host, Johnny Dare. Acccording to kansascity.com, also performing will be Rev Theory, Ugly Kid Joe, In This Moment, Rwanda, Pop Evil and Nigel Dupe. A three-day pass is $40. One-day tickets for Friday and Saturday are $25. Johnny Dare also hosts the station's annual concert festival, Rockiest, which has grown to become the biggest one day concert event in the country.

Mason Dixon Extends With WRBQ/Tampa

THE MOUTH, JULY 9TH, 2013 –– Looks like Tampa Bay fans of perennial host Mason Dixon and can rest easy. He'll continue on the airwaves for quite awhile longer as it was announced yesterday that he signed a new contract with CBS' WRBQ. First joining the outlet in 1978, he says "I’am honored to be a part of such an award-winning radio station through so many decades, from the 1970s, through the 80s the 90s and today," said Dixon. "And to be still going strong as Q105 celebrates its 40th Anniversary and I celebrate my 34th anniversary in Tampa Bay indeed makes me a truly blessed man." He joked with Jockline Daily: "Hey I can't quit before Scott Shannon does "!!!! SVP/Market Head Ben Hill said "He’s a Tampa Bay Icon and Q105 is certainly glad to have him continue with his consistently top rated morning show."

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

Harrisburg's Bob Durian Announces Retirement Following 50 Year Run

THE MOUTH, JULY 9TH, 2013 –– You typically hear the term 'longtime' when stories refer to hosts whose shows have aired over ten years or so in one market. 24 years is a whole other matter. That's the case for Harrisburg's WHP 580's Bob Durian (shown) who announced on yesterday's show that he'll retire after 24 years on air. His last show will air on Friday, August 2. According to a station release, Durian started at WHP580 in 1989. Born in Boston, he entered the U.S. Air Force and began his radio career in AFRTS Europe in 1964. Durian later spent 20 years in Oklahoma City as News Director for KTOK. "It has been a wonderful run in radio," said Durian.
"This is bittersweet," said RJ Harris, Morning Host and Program Director of WHP580. "Bob is an incredibly talented person who has had great impact on many state and local issues. Those of us who have listened since 1989 will miss him greatly."
"We have a huge set of shoes to fill with Bob’s retirement. We will never find another Bob Durian," said Dan Lank ford, Vice President and General Manager, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment Harrisburg. "We all wish Bob well with his new adventures." WHP580 now begins an active search for a new afternoon host.

MOTION; Jeff Miles Exits Q100/Atlanta; McKenzie Roth Fills In; Braddock Takes Over Mornings At All New B98.7 SLC

THE MOUTH, JULY 9TH, 2013 –– Following his second trip to Q100/Atlanta, Jeff Miles is parting ways again after his one year term. The former WPLJ host posted on his Facebook page: "I now need to tell you that I will no longer being doing the midday show in Atlanta at Q100, i93 in Dallas, and Star 105 in Toledo ... I thoroughly enjoyed my return at Q100 and enjoyed tremendous ratings success. I wish all the best to my colleagues and continued success!" Cumulus Media, which owns Q100, now has McKenzie Roth (shown) filling in. Market head Rob Roberts is now conducting a nationwide search to follow Miles. ––––– As Jockline Daily first told you last week, following the exit of longtime market duo, Todd & Erin, now comes word that B98.7/Salt Lake City re-tools as "The All New B98.7! Utah's Hit Music Station!" Taking over in mornings will be the syndicated Kiddy Braddock show. Rachael will host middays and PD Darin Craig moves to PM drive.

17 Yr. Old Auckland Host Unseats Seacrest For Top Jock Honors In New Zealand

THE MOUTH, JULY 9TH, 2013 –– Liam Mean is a name you may want to remember. After knocking off Ryan Seacrest in the top spot as radio DJ of the year The 17-year-old college student is a huge hit on The Flea FM/Auckland and earlier this month he won the best radio category in the international social media awards, the Shorts, according to stuff.co.nz. His big break came following an equipment malfunction where all he had to play was a CD from American Idol finalist Adam Lambert. He aired the album for 3 straight hours and the show made history. He now continues the tradition with an hour of each show dedicated to Adam Lambert and interacting with the star's fans. Today he still pays tribute to Lambert on his show, but also takes requests from his 50,000 twitter followers who listen in from as far away as Venezuela and France. Oh yeah, he's also got a HUGE following for his work as a Michael Jackson tribute dancer and dance teacher. TAKE NOTICE: Liam hopes to one day head to the U.S. to do radio.

Randy Travis Hospitalized In Critical Condition - [CNN]

Joan Rivers And Diddy Among First Cohosts For Kris Jenner Talk Show - [NBC BAY AREA]

Julie Chen Slams 'Big Brother's' Racist House Guests Comments - [EW]

Paula Abdul To Guest Judge On 'So You Think You Can Dance' - [HYPABLE]

George Clooney Is Available Again - [US]

50 Cent Launches Into F-Bomb Filled Text Exchange With 16 Yr. Old Son - [DAILY MAIL]

REPORT: Rihanna 'Wasted' And "Totally Drunk' On Poland Stage - [CELEBTV]

Amanda Bynes Adds Barack & Michelle Obama To Her 'Ugly' List - [BUSINESS INSIDER]

Prince Talks Past, Present & Future With V Magazine - [POP CRUSH]

And Check Out Victoria Beckham On Cover Of Vogue China - [DAILY MAIL]

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