Justin Bieber Hangs Up On Mojo Following Awkward Exchange [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2012 –– Note to anyone about to interview Justin Bieber: Don't compare him to Justin Timberlake or worry about his mom being around renown cougar-chaser, Harry Styles. On second thought, since this story found it's way to nearly every major gossip site in the world.... Okay, here's the story, Channel 955/Detroit's Mojo in The Morning (R) had the Bieb' (L) on his show last Friday. First bit of interview weirdness happened with Mojo, commenting on the Bieb's maturing voice, said the first time he heard his new album, he thought it was Justin Timberlake. This was perhaps the moment a hissy fit began to launch. Later, Mojo talked about Bieber's growing friendship with One Direction's Styles. He asked Justin if he trusts the older women-loving band member around his mother. Apparently stunned by the question, Bieber, searching for a cool reply, says: “I think you should worry about me around your mom, bro." Uhhhh, not so cool, as Mojo says, “Justin, my mom’s dead, so unfortunately, it wouldn’t work.” DEAD SILENCE ------- Later on Friday Mojo In The Morning ‏@MojoInTheMorn tweeted: "Suspended over @justinbieber" But since this is a holiday week... Oh Well. Listen to PART 1 AWKWARDNESS --- PART II AWKWARDNESS

DJ Laz Back In Miami Mix At 106.7; To Broadcast On LA's 96.3 With Separate Show

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2012 –– Looks like former Power 96 DJ Laz's non-compete is up with Beasley Broadcasting as he announces during a press conference that he'll join Miami's New # 1 Party Station™ DJ 106.7FM. " He tells The Miami New Times, this isn't a syndicated show with LA's 96.3. "This is not a 6 am. show played in Miami and then rebroadcast in Los Angeles. It'll be two separate shows." Greeted by a number his Miami fans, including Comedian Carlos Mencia, he said "Wow! What a welcome-home party. This is Miami. And you know how we can tell? 'Cause we're all sweatin' really baaaad."

Iconic Host Pat O'Day On The Mend Following Brain Surgery

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2012 –– Pleased to read in The Seattle Times, that legendary host/owner Pat O’Day came through surgery successfully last Friday for removal of a benign tumor that was pressing against his brain. This was according to his wife, Stephanie Johnson O’Day, who said “The doctor came up, had a big smile on his face, and said, ‘We got it all. It’ll never come back.’ She added that the surgeon told her the tumor had been growing slowly for 30 to 40 years, starting out the size of a pea and eventually ending up the size of an egg that began causing the various symptoms experienced by O’Day.

Former Host of Radio's "Human Factor" Gets Life For Murder

THE MOUTH, 7.2.2012 –– Former WGNU/St. Louis talk host Leonardo Drisdel was sentenced Friday to life in prison without the possibility of parole for killing Cassandra Kovak, 28, seven years ago. According to St. Louis Today, Kovak was beaten, bitten and smothered June 4, 2005, after inviting Drisdel home and cooking him pasta. Drisdel formerly hosted a weekly show called "The Human Factor." Following the murder, Drisdel's wife told police he told her he had gone to Kovack's home to smoke crack cocaine and heard a voice order him to kill Kovack because she was the devil.

ANGELA PERELLI: "Two-Thirds of The Most Successful Shows Talk More Than 30 Minutes Per Hour."

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2012 –– PPM: Five Years Later, What The Meter Now Makes Perfectly Clear. This was the title of one of our most popular sessions at this year's MSBC 24/Miami. Panelist, Angela Perelli (shown) of the Randy Lane Group blogged: "Arbitron Director of Programming Services Jon Miller studied the 25 most successful morning shows in the U.S. and revealed the findings on a panel with CBS SVP of Programming Greg Strassell, herself and syndicated morning show personality Bobby Bones. Here were a few of her takeaways: • The best shows are not successful because their fans listen LONGER (in duration). They have fans that COME BACK MORE OFTEN (more occasions). • From an execution standpoint, be disciplined about teasing and teasing what's next (within 15 minutes) rather than what's coming up later (unless it's killer). • Even your biggest fans only listen to you (on average) two days a week. You may think your listener has a regular morning schedule and listens to you at the same time every day, Monday through Friday. Your thought is a fantasy. What to do about it? Repeat your best material. You're not slacking. You're exposing your strongest content to the 90% of your cume that missed it the first time. This is especially important for the most topical, timely content. • There is no magic music-to-talk blueprint for succeeding in PPM. However, two-thirds of the most successful shows talk more than 30 minutes per hour. • The biggest hour for morning drive is still 7 am. Call me Captain Obvious, but put your best material at the time when you have the most listeners. Arbitron can tell you when the most meters are on in your market (typically around 7:40). READ ENTIRE ARTICLE HERE

Seacrest & Cuban Rebrand HDNet To AXS TV Today

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2012 –– As of today, HDNet becomes AXS TV, the co-venture between Billionalre Mark Cuban's AEG and Ryan Seacrest Media and CAA. According to Variety, the 11-year-old HDNet brand will be "mothballed" as part of a deal in order to transform the channel into a multi platform venture which will focus on live concerts. Although HDNet is going away, it's most popular features will remain in place including "Dan Rather Reports" and mixed-martial arts telecasts. Reportedly, the network will add 8 million subscribers from a new carriage deal with Dish Network, which will give AXS TV the channel position once reserved for AMC. In the transition, the "Mad Men" network and others owned by AMC Networks were pulled Saturday night as a result of a carriage dispute with the satcaster. In a statement, Mark Cuban, HDNet Co-Founder and Chairman, commented: “I’m incredibly excited to be in business with AEG, Ryan Seacrest, and CAA. This is a major step on our way to offering more live programming than any other entertainment and lifestyle network. And our partnership with DISH to offer unique subscriber services will allow AXS TV to change the value proposition between networks, distributors, and subscribers. AXS TV will unquestionably be able to leverage our unique assets to do things no other network will be able to replicate.”

Erin Andrews Joins Fox For College Football Pregame Coverage

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2012 –– Let's hope One Direction's Harry Styles isn't planning on a college football career. Just days after her announcement of leaving ESPN after 8-year run, Fox announced on Sunday that Erin Andrews (wonderfully shown) will be joining the network for its new college football pregame show. She'll also contribute to the network's NFL and Major League Baseball coverage as well. According to USA Today, The 30-minute pregame show will premiere Sept. 1. In a statement, Andrews calls the Fox job "a once in a lifetime opportunity."

Laura Cain Host Slumber Party For Listeners; Botox Injections Included

THE MOUTH, JULY 2ND, 2012 –– 96.5/KYXY San Diego's Laura Cain from the Jeff and Jer Showgram hosted a slumber party with numerous listeners Friday night at a local hotel in San Diego! Winners wore pajamas and were treated to many things including Botox injections, massages, and lessons on the fitness pole! Prior to the event, Laura polled listeners to help decide what beverage would be served as the evening’s “signature” drink! Choices included “50 shades of Earl Grey” Earl Grey infused vodka, lemon, simple syrup “The Hurri-Caine” Bacardi coco-nut rum, creme de banana, pineapple juice, cranberry juice, among others. Executive Producer, Tommy Saban and Jeff Detrow were also there in pajamas, but dang, we decided for your protection to just post photo of Laura.

Mila Kunis Talks Ashton Kutcher and More In August's Glamour - [ELLE]

'Anger Management' Opens With Cable Comedy Viewer's Record - [THR]

Let The Attorneys Begin: Cruise & Holmes Are Splitting Up - [NEWSDAY]

Adele Is Expecting - [SEACREST]

'Ted' Slips Past 'Magic Mike' At The B.O. - [MSNBC]

Husband of 32 Yr. Old British Jock's Who Had Fling With Harry Styles, Rips Singer - [DAILY MAIL]

Lucy Hales Eyeing 'Fifty Shades" Role - [DIGITAL SPY]

'Dallas' Gets Another Season - [DIGITAL JOURNAL]

CBS Re-Ups 'Unforgettable' Through 2013 – [TV LINE]

STUDY: Majority of Listeners Turn On The Radio To Hear Their Favorite Personality

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– In case there's any doubt about the power of personalities, check out this study conducted by the University of Southern California's Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism that examined the relationship between radio listeners and on-air personalities. The study confirms, overwhelmingly, that listeners feel they have a genuine relationship with their favorite radio personalities. According to The Katz Radio Group, which funded the study, showed that 75 percent of study respondents reported that they turn on the radio because they know their favorite personality is on the air. 72 percent of respondents talk to their friends about their favorite personality or what they heard on the program. Of note, listener engagement extended into the online realm, with nearly 70 percent of study participants reporting that they follow their favorite radio personalities and/or radio stations via social media channels. USC professor Paula Patnoe Woodley and Lauren Movius, PhD who co-authored the study, said "It is clear that parasocial interaction, or listeners' feelings that they have real relationships with radio on-air personalities, definitely exists."

Start Spreadin' The News: Bentli Takes Mornings At 92.3 New York

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– Ty Bentli has been chosen as the new host of New York's 92.3 NOW. Ty arrives from KBIG in Los Angeles. Prior to that, he was the top rated afternoon personality at WKSC in Chicago. "I've been extremely fortunate to enjoy success in the greatest markets in radio and with some of the best programmers in this biz and it's almost impossible for me to comprehend that I now will be waking up in the GREATEST City in the world." "Ty is truly a unique personality, with the rare, innate ability to engage and connect with an individual through the radio. There is an ease and familiarity about him, even for a first time listener, and yet he maintains an invigorating dynamism that will be refreshing for New Yorkers to wake up with," says 92.3 NOW Program Director, Gillette.

FINALLY: Howard Stern Gets The Nod From Radio's Hall of Fame

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– In what Chicago media blogger, Robert Feder, calls one radio's Hall of Fame's most embarrassing omissions, has now been corrected as this Fall, Howard Stern will be among seven chosen for induction by the Radio Hall of Fame steering committee. “There wasn’t any great controversy involving Howard’s induction because I think everyone has believed for a long time that he deserved to be inducted,” said chairman Bruce DuMont. Of course, being inducted doesn't mean Stern will actually show up for the honor, but considering how often he's dissed the Hall over his multiple rejections in the past, this opportunity may be too good to pass up. Other inductees for 2012 are personalities Gary Burbank, Ron Chapman, Art Laboe, Luther Massingill, Jack Cooper (posthumously), and NPR’s Fresh Air, hosted by Terry Gross.

WENDY WILLIAMS: 'I Would Love To Get Back Into Radio' [VIDEO]

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– As the expression may go: you can take a jock out of radio, but apparently not the radio out the jock. That appears to be the case with former radio phenom/turned tv host Wendy Williams (shown) who joined Sirius XM's DJ Whoo yesterday and raised eyebrows by mentioning she would love to get back in radio. "I've never hidden my interest in returning ... radio is my first love," said Williams. She made it clear, however, she has no interest in coming back and playing music. "I'm an personality," said Wendy. "Not just a DJ." She then went on to add that her preference would be talk radio. Specifically WOR in New York. Citing various personalities on the station, she suggested she'd like to join the station and do her own thing. She also made it clear, she's not interested in a 4 hour shift. WOR are ou listening? WATCH VIDEO HERE

The Tommy Show Honors Mother's Request For Dying Infant, Throws Banana Split Party

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– Last week, twenty-one month Ryan Robert's family learned he would not survive a heart defect. Thursday night, 245 miles away, Washingtonian families had a banana split to celebrate his life. Last night, families from all over the DMV got their Ice Cream Party on at Carmine's in Penn Quarter. The reason for the free dessert bonanza? A twenty-one month year old named Ryan hundreds of miles away. Ryan's story hit the national platform after his parents Diane and Erik received the worst news of their life. Since he was just four days old Ryan has been in and out of the hospital with heart complications and operations. There is nothing more the doctors can do for him. Taking the terrible news to Facebook Diane informed her 'friends' that the family didn't want teddybears or flowers she simply wanted them to 'have a banana split for dinner with their kids and create a memory.' The request went viral. Within days over 70,000 families took the advice and began posting photos of their own Banana Split Party for Ryan on the social network. NBC's the Today Show made a mention and the word spread further. DC's morning show, The Tommy Show on 94.7 FRESH FM heard the story and aside from encouraging their listeners to do the same planned a giant Ice Cream Social for Ryan. Friends of the Tommy Show came from all over the area to take part and Carmine's served up their signature banana split Titanics to anyone who stopped by.

Jimmy Fallon Plays Riff & Roll With The Loop's Pete McMurray Show [AUDIO]

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– Jimmy Fallon called into The Loop/Chicago's Pete McMurray show to talk about his new CD 'Blow Your Pants Off.' Of course, if Jimmy's a guest, you know you'll get a host of spot-on impersonations, including The Boss, Bruce Springsteen. He tells Pete and co-host Sweet Baby Jane about the recent skit with Bruce Springsteen where he dons a 70's outfit for their 'Whip my hair" bit. Surprisingly, he credits Bruce with coming up with the idea. As for the CD, McMurray calls out Fallon over what he calls an airbrushed hiney (see photo). Then later gets into a little game of riff and roll where Fallon plays contestant and has to match the riff to the artist and song. Lets see how well Jimmy knows his music. LISTEN TO AUDIO HERE

Nicki Minaj Now "Cool" With Hot 97's Rosenberg Over Concert Diss [VIDEO]

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– It's been week's since the highly publicized riff between Nicki Minaj and Hot 97's Peter Rosenberg who diss of her new single caused the mega star to pull out of their summer jam where was to headline. Speaking with BBC Radio 1's Tim Westwood, Nicki says while she doesn't hold anything against the station, she still believes they were in the wrong. Rosenberg, in a pre-concert event, called her 'Starships' as "bulls**t." She told Westwood, "It should just be love, you have your opinions on the radio and all that, but when the artist is coming to perform you should just keep it to yourself. Just for that one day." Nicki later added that she is "cool" with Hot 97 and is ready to move on from the drama. WATCH VIDEO

Kristin Faces Wrath of One Direction Fans Following Horan Flirt

'STAY THE F--K AWAY FROM ONE DIRECTION GRANDMA'

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– Looks like One Direction's Niall Horan gettin' flirty with The Bert Show (see JD Recent News below) didn't go over too well with some of his fans. As Bert Weiss and Kristen Klingshirn headed over to the concert early, they encountered more than excited fans. Kristin was already feelin' the heat via Twitter. Here's just a couple of them that she shared with Jockline Daily: "STAY THE FUCK AWAY FROM ONE DIRECTION GRANDMA." ----"bitch you stay the fuck away from my boy okay" ---- "Okay this old woman is really annoying me -____- She's like flirting with nialler. bitch get a life.!!!" The attractive and lower 30'ish Kristin, who one trade described as having "exploding ovaries" following Niall's flirting, is taking all in stride and was on this air this morning having fun with it. CHECK OUT VARIOUS AUDIO CLIPS HERE

Bullied 68-Year Old Bus Lady Made Honorary Duck Boat Monitor Courtesy of Mix 104.1's Karson & Kennedy [VIDEO]

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– Unless you've been locked away in a closet over the past couple of weeks, you're likely familiar with 68-year-old New York bus monitor, Karen Klein, who was bullied by middle-schoolers and caught on video. Once it went viral, the rest, as they say, is history. Through a fund set up by a Canadian, so far over $600,000 has been raised. Yesterday, with the help of Mix 104.1 Boston's Karson & Kennedy, she arrived in Boston to take the iconic duck tour. Karson Tager told WHDH TV: “She was so sweet. I mean, how can you not look at this woman -- and you know, she's like everybody's grandmother and when you hear the horrible things that those kids said. You know, Boston has really taken a stand against bullying. We've had some issues over the years and early tragedies because of bullying. Boston city schools got involved, they made her an honorary bus monitor today ... It seemed like it was the right thing to do,” said Tager. When asked if she had forgiven the boys, Klein said, “Maybe not this week. Maybe next week.” “I’d like to meet them face to face and ask them why they did it.” Shown above Karson, Karen, Kennedy & and Producer Mike Morgan. WATCH VIDEO

At Home With Gary Sullivan Surpasses 200th Affiliate Mark

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– Premiere Networks has announced 'At Home With Gary Sullivan' has surpassed the 200th affiliate milestone. The three-hour weekend program, which helps listeners build it up, tear it down, fix it or replace it, lists the following top affiliates on its growing roster: WWIQ-FM/Philadelphia, WTAM-AM/Cleveland, KPHX-AM/Phoenix, WHAS-AM/Louisville, WKRC-AM/Cincinnati, WRNO-FM/New Orleans and WISN-AM/Milwaukee. “I’m so proud of the continued growth of At Home,” stated Sullivan. “We have wonderful sponsors and affiliate stations that understand the need to educate the homeowner on how to take care of their largest investment - their home. More people are staying in their existing home and have a thirst for the knowledge on how to take care it.  I provide that help and try to make it fun at the same time.” Peter Tripi, Premiere Networks SVP of affiliate relations/talk and morning shows, stated: “We’re extremely proud of the continued success of At Home With Gary Sullivan and look forward to reaching many more milestones together.”

Benztown Teams With Radio Express, Inc. To Market Products Outside the U.S.

JUNE 27, 2012, BURBANK, CA—Benztown, an international radio imaging, production library, and voice-over services company with over 1,200 affiliations on six different continents, today announced that it has entered into an exclusive agreement with Radio Express, Inc. to market, advertise, sell and license Benztown’s production and imaging libraries to radio stations outside the U.S. Benztown’s production and imaging libraries. Andreas Sannemann, Benztown CEO said: “Benztown’s high quality, dynamic and comprehensive production libraries, paired with Radio Express’ global experience and broad network of relationships with radio stations in countries outside the U.S., will bring Benztown’s products and services to many more stations and audiences around the world. We couldn’t be more excited about this new partnership and the growth opportunities it presents for Benztown.”

MOVERS/WAKERS: Jack Silver Exits KABC/KLOS LA; Kelly K Parts With WKRZ Wilkes-Barre

THE MOUTH, JUNE 29TH, 2012 –– Former Rick Dee's Producer turned programmer, Jack Silver (shown), has exited KABC-KLOS/Los Angeles. Silver first arrived as OM/PD at KABC in July, 2010 and added KLOS duties in October 2011. Past stints have included KGB/San Diego, WLUP-FM/Chicago and KIIS FM/LA. ------- On the heels of this week's shocker that longtime morning co-host Sue Barre was leaving mornings at WKRZ/Wilkes-Barre to focus on her Real Estate business, now comes word that Kelly K will also exit following eleven year stint. Of note, Barre's husband, Rocky, will remain in mornings following Sue's exit today.

'Dark Knight's' Marion Cotilard Covers This Weekend's WSJ - [COCO'S TEA PARTY]

Jessica Sanchez Signs With Interscope Records - [AJC]

Olympian Hottie Scores Date With Paris Hilton - [RYAN SEACREST]

Top 20 Announced In Season 9's "So You Think You Can Dance" - [EW]

Russell Brand Billboard Vandalized By Perry Lovers - [TMZ]

Celine Dion Sued By Ex-Employee Over Unpaid Wages - [THE WRAP]

UH OH: Tyler Perry Says Diana Ross Won't Return His Calls - [THE GRIO]

UH OH: Peta Takes Aim At Olsen Twins Over Furry Backpack - [HOLLYSCOOP]

'Community' Returns for Season 4, Complete With Chevy Chase - [TV LINE]

Miranda Kerr Slays The Cover Of Harper's Bazaar - [HARPERS BAZAAR]