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Entercom Promotes Weezie Kramer to Station Group President 
Entercom promotes Weezie Kramer to the newly created position of Station Group President. Kramer, who has served as a Regional President for Entercom since 2005, will oversee the operations of the company’s 121-station group, and chair the company’s operating committee. Entercom Regional Presidents Deborah Kane and Michael Doyle will report to Kramer. "For years, we have operated with three wonderfully talented regional presidents, but the time has come to align our station group under a single operational leader to drive stronger organizational cohesiveness and effectiveness," says Entercom President and CEO David Field. "In elevating Weezie to this role, we will enhance our coordination and clarity and drive faster decision-making. She will continue to work closely with Deborah Kane and Michael Doyle, providing an outstanding leadership team for our markets. Weezie is an extraordinarily talented and highly effective leader who is driven to excel. She is incredibly bright, dedicated, and innovative and has unimpeachable integrity and character. There is no question in my mind that in her new, elevated role, she will make us a stronger, more effective organization." Says Kramer, "The great thing about loving what one does is that it is never work. So I am even more excited to take on this new responsibility and work with Michael, Deborah, and our teams in our continuous effort to improve the execution of plans. Entercom is blessed with outstanding brands, personalities, digital assets, and people who work tirelessly to deliver great content and results to our fans and customers. Having the opportunity to lead this team will be fun." National Urban AC Personality Launches His Own Doug Banks Media 
National Urban AC afternoon drive host Doug Banks launches his own Doug Banks Media. Based in Dallas, the new company will build on his radio show's brand, and develop new talent and content for radio, satellite, digital, television and live events. Former ABC Radio Networks VP of Urban Radio Ed Pearson has been named President of Doug Banks Media. Says Banks, "It has been a vision of mine for the last three years to launch this company. Having someone of such high caliber as Ed at my side, it’s now a reality and we're ready to make some noise!" Pearson tells us, "I've been fortunate to have worked with some of the best in radio and Doug is certainly at the top of that list. I'm looking forward to growing this business and enhancing the Doug Banks brand like never before."
Loren Raye Joins Boston's '103.3 Amp Radio' TJ Morning Show 
Loren Raye is named morning co-host of "The TJ Show" with TJ Taormina on CBS Radio CHR-Top40 "103.3 Amp Radio" WODS-FM, Boston. The reunited team of TJ and Loren will start April 1, airing weekday mornings from 5:30-9am. Raye joins from the "Elvis Duran and the Z100 Morning Show" where she and Taormina had previously worked together. Over the course of her five years with the Duran show, she's held a variety of roles -- including post-show production, program producer and segment host of "Badass Chick of the Day" -- and fill-in co-host. "I am beyond thrilled to be able to work alongside TJ as his co-host," says Raye. "For the last five years, he has continuously fueled my passion for radio and has also become one of my very closest friends, which I couldn't be more grateful for. I look forward to working with TJ, Dan Mason, and the incredible Amp team to make Amp Radio Boston's top hit music station." WODS-FM Program Director Dan Mason tells us, "I couldn't be happier to have Loren join this amazing team we are building at Amp. She embodies the lifestyle of our audience and possesses a passion for radio that will make her a perfect fit on our staff. Her natural chemistry with TJ from their time together in New York will put them on the fast track to becoming America's next great Top 40 morning show." Raye is also a voiceover artist with a resume that includes narrator for MTV's "Totally Clueless," voice of Club Kane, as well as voiceover work for clients like Chase, NBC Universal, and Wal-Mart. Steve Masters Joins San Francisco's 'Live 105' (Again) 
CBS Radio Alternative Rock "Live 105" KITS-FM, San Francisco, is bringing back Steve Masters -- this time for mornings -- starting April 1. "Live 105 has a rich history in the Bay Area, and Steve was a big part of making us who we are. To say I’m excited to hear him back on our air is an understatement," says VP of Programming Michael Martin. Masters, who was heard on the station from 1985 to 1998 and again in 2002, tells us, "Wow, I get to do the Live 105 Morning Show now? Well, I’m thrilled to return to the Live 105 airwaves and I’m glad all is forgiven after throwing that chair through the window. See you on the radio!" Masters developed as a Club DJ and hosted his own video show on the California Music Channel (CMC), and was an MTV VJ. He also started his own record label, Tripindicular Records, and launched his own Triple C Promotions and GotGame, which has become a leading video game company that promotes video games on radio stations nationwide. He can be heard giving updates on the latest games on most of those stations and www.gotgame.com in the official GotGame radio feature. Spotify Launching Major Ad Campaign, Seeking Continued U.S. Growth 
Spotify is launching its first-ever major ad campaign. The campaign, "For Music," began with a TV commercial airing during "The Voice" on NBC last night. The campaign, which will include web and social media elements, includes "a series of TV spots as the company hopes to reach a mass audience in the U.S.," reports CNet. The campaign was created by Droga5, an independent advertising network. We reported earlier this month that after signing up one million subscribers since December, Spotify's paid listenship had passed six million, second only to Pandora -- and that Spotify hopes to pass Pandora with a new push. Overall, Spotify now claims 24 million active users, more than double than a year ago. You can view the TV ads here.. CNet notes that executives at the major music labels "privately complain that Spotify hasn't done enough to build its U.S. audience. This ad blitz is Spotify trying to fix that. It also comes as Spotify is renegotiating its licensing deals with the major labels, according to music industry executives." Spotify's model, says the report, is to lure consumers to the free, ad-supported service and then try to get them to become paying subscribers by offering ad-free music and more features.
'Infinite Dial 2013': Smartphone Ownership at 53% 
Smartphone ownership, led by Android devices and the iPhone, now reaches 53% of Americans 12+, up from 44% in 2012, according to "The Infinite Dial 2013." Among those aged 18-34, three in four now own a smartphone, compared to two in three among this age group one year ago. Insights from this year's edition of the annual study from Arbitron and Edison Research will be presented during "The Infinite Dial 2013: Navigating Digital Platforms" webinar April 2 at 2pm ET. The study focuses on insights regarding consumer use of media, technology, and digital platforms. The annual series has offered views of digital media trends since 1998. Other trends that will be explored in "The Infinite Dial 2013" include: What's happening with the influence of AM/FM radio in the car; the continued growth of online radio usage and time spent listening; social media use by brand and age demographics; and, which devices people use to wake up in the morning. Registration for the one-hour webinar is free, but each person who plans to attend the online session must register individually. 'Little City 97.3' KOLC-FM Debuts in Reno 
We now have the answer to the question of what would take over 97.3 FM in Reno when Urban "Swag 97.3" KSGG-FM moved to 1230 as KSSG-AM with a translator signal on 104.9 FM, K285EQ. Modern AC "Little City 97.3" KOLC-FM has debuted in Reno. Ears in the market say the music mix encompasses a lot of what formerly aired on sister "Alice 96.5" KLCA-FM before it moved to a CHR-Top40 format. The music heard so far is mostly a mix of Hot AC and Triple-A, with a dab of basic Alternative. We previously reported (March 16) the end of the Progressive Talk KJFK-AM on 1230, with Americom planning to move the "Swag" signal to that frequency to support the Urban format's FM signal on a translator -- with the question looming as to what would come to 97.3 FM. Now we know. The "Little City" monicker for the new Modern AC format comes from Reno’s "The Biggest Little City in the World" slogan. The new KOLC-FM is online at LittleCity973.com, but for now there's just a splash screen telling visitors that a new website is "coming soon." Fox Sports Radio Adds Spokane's KPTQ-AM 
Fox Sports Radio will launch on Spokane's KPTQ-AM April 11. The station, which will re-brand as "1280 Fox Sports Spokane," will air the Sports Talk network's full lineup, flipping from Classic Country. "We couldn't be more excited to bring the power of the Fox Sports brand to the Spokane market," says Clear Channel Spokane Operations Manager Michael La Crosse. "It's the perfect addition to our station cluster. With the appeal of Dan Patrick, Jay Mohr, and the rest of the Fox Sports lineup, in addition to our Major League Baseball, NFL, College Football, and NASCAR programming, we know that 1280 Fox Sports Spokane will be the team listeners and advertisers will want to be a part of." He also says the re-branded station will air Fox Sports Primetime featuring Pat O'Brien with Steve Hartman, Fox Sports Tonight and JT "The Brick," as well as the net's weekend programming. Univision Radio Names Chris Munoz SVP of Network Sales 
Univision Radio appoints Chris Munoz SVP of Network Sales, focusing on providing enhanced services to Univision Radio agency clients. He will also continue to lead National Digital Sales. Munoz is based out of Dallas and has been with Univision for more than a decade. Most recently he was SVP of National Sales for Univision Radio. "With a compelling career in sales, we are very fortunate to have Chris in our division," says EVP of Sales Lee Davis. "Chris has demonstrated exemplary leadership in sales management and we are confident that he will further enhance our relationships with our network clients." Prior to joining Univision, Munoz was an account manager in the Sales and Marketing division at NBC. He also held a role as an account executive for Univision Television Group. He began his career in media at Leo Burnett as a media supervisor. Arbitron Ups Monica Narvaez to Hispanic Broadcaster Acct Specialist 
Arbitron announces that Monica Narvaez has been appointed Hispanic Broadcaster Account Specialist. In this newly created role, Narvaez will focus on further strengthening the partnerships Arbitron maintains with its Hispanic broadcasting customers. Her new responsibilities include promoting the power of Spanish-Language radio; generating solutions to help address Hispanic Radio group needs; and, developing programs for Spanish radio group training initiatives Narvaez has been at Arbitron for 10 years, where she specializes in providing Hispanic media insights and training for Spanish-language radio broadcasters. In addition, she is Arbitron's lead for the promotion of Spanish-language radio and its unique value for advertisers in reaching Hispanic consumers. Jelli Receives 'Social Broadcasting User Experience' Patent 
Social radio platform Jelli announces that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has given it a U.S. Patent for “Social Broadcasting User Experience.” The patent, we're told, describes a broad range of methods related to audience participation with a broadcast. Jelli CEO Mike Dougherty tells us, "Jelli has made a significant R&D investment in both the technology, platform and underlying intellectual property around user-controlled broadcasting. This technology combines the reach of broadcast with the social engagement of the web, to unlock value for users, broadcasters and advertisers alike. We are pleased to receive a fundamental patent in this area to protect the innovations of our team, for our company and partners." LDR Offers Crowdcasting in Europe 
LDR is teaming with Oxis Media to provide its service in Europe, says LDR CEO Daniel Anstandig. "Our LDR platforms have already been embraced by stations in Europe including MTG Sweden, SBS Finland and Virgin Radio Italy. Now, with Clive Dickens' and Ian Walker’s team beginning a proactive push to represent us on the continent, we're hoping to bring the benefits of our technology to more stations and listeners." Walker is the Oxis CEO. Dickens is the former COO of UK-based Absolute Radio. Oxis already represents SparkNet Communications (Jack FM) in the UK. NPR Is On the Move! 
NPR officially is moving into its new Washington DC headquarters at 1111 N. Capitol St. NE. It was five years ago that NPR bought a four-story warehouse which is now its new home. The public radio broadcaster, which began the move-in Monday, says it will relocate in phases that will continue through late-April. The price tag on the project is $201 million. Part of that will be offset by the sale of other real estate, as well as grants and gifts. The biggest share of the funding, though, is from $165.8 million in bonds issued in 2010. 2013 Radio Mercury Awards Call for Entry Extended to April 22 
The 2013 Radio Mercury Awards Call For Entry deadline for the $50,000 Best of Show and multiple other cash prizes has been extended to April 22. Eligibility has also been extended to spots and campaigns broadcast or streamed from January 1, 2012 to April 22, 2013. The awards ceremony will be held June 5 in New York. The competition is open to campaigns, commercials and PSA's. Finalists will be announced in May. RadioMercuryAwards.com, where you can find entry guidelines and enter online, tells visitors, "When you enter the 2013 Radio Mercury Awards, Big things can happen. You could step up on stage June 5th to Big applause, Win a Big prize and take home a Mercury trophy. There’s also the Big boost to your creative reputation. And the richest creative competition for radio goes even Bigger in 2013 with Increased prize monies in some of the most popular entry categories and a New $3,000 Campaign Award." Greater Media Announces Chairman's Awards 
Greater Media Chairman and CEO Peter Smyth has officially announced the winners of the First Annual Chairman's Awards, which celebrate the "best of the best" of the Greater Media sales and interactive teams making a difference in providing integrated marketing solutions for clients. The winners, judged by some of the industry's top professionals, were ultimately personally chosen by Smyth. Each winning finalist receives a cash prize. Smyth unveiled the winners Monday via a live stream to all the Greater Media markets from the company's Boston video studio. The winners include: Interactive Salesperson of the Year: Frank Migliorino/Greater Media New Jersey; Business Developer of the Year: Matt Rovine /Greater Media Philadelphia; Creative Project of the Year: Greater Media Philadelphia Interactive Team; and, Integrated Solution Provider of the Year: Sue Alexander/Greater Media Boston. "The inaugural awards initiative showcased the very best results-driven multi-platform sales programs and capabilities created by the Greater Media sales and interactive teams across the company," says Smyth. "I am so proud of what our sales and interactive teams have accomplished. I continue to be absolutely amazed at the "out of the box" creativity that our teams continue to develop for listeners and clients on a multi-platform level. It's inspiring. They truly make Greater Media greater on a daily basis."
Behind the Microphone: The Ins and Outs of Radio
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From Mark Harris Broadcast Consulting
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Tuesday's Radio & Media News - March 26, 2013
In addition to serving as President of Doug Banks Media, Pearson continues his work for Esome Media Group, his talent and media management company formed in 2009. Banks began his radio career at his high school radio station. Upon graduation, Banks turned a six-week trial into a multi-year position at KDAY-FM, Los Angeles. After radio gigs in such cities as Las Vegas and San Francisco, Banks landed a nationally syndicated morning show that he hosted with DeDe McGuire, with its most significant market being Chicago. It soon became one of the top-rated syndicated urban programs in America. In 2008, Banks re-launched his nationally syndicated morning show in afternoon drive under the new name The Ride with Doug and DeDe. In 2010, American Urban Radio Networks began syndicating The Doug Banks Radio Show in afternoons.
CHR-Top40 "Q102" WIOQ-FM, Philadelphia, night host Prolifik is now using his real name -- not his full name, but his real name, Mike Adam, his first and middle real names. But the "Prolifik" monicker is gone -- even though we hear he is prolific! ... Jake Hamar joins Alternative "New Rock 104.1" KFRR-FM, Fresno, as Production Director and midday host. Program Director Jason "Hammer" Squires moves from middays to afternoons ... Country WKXC-FM, Augusta, Music Director and midday host Dallas Reese exits ... Josh Pearlman exits Entercom San Francisco after six years, most recently as Promotion and Social Media Director for "95.7 The Game" KGMZ-FM. Previously, Pearlman was Promotions Director for former Country "The Wolf" KBWF-FM. Before that, he was Digital Marketing Director for the Entercom San Francisco cluster ... CBS Radio Alternative "X107.5" KXTE-FM, Las Vegas, adds Chris Jackson as Imaging Director and midday host, and Jered Jones as Associate Producer for the "Dave and Mahoney in the Morning" show. Jackson was previously working parttime at crosstown Rhythmic CHR KLUC-FM, following seven years at CHR-Top40 "Z102.9" KZIA-FM, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Jones was already at the CBS Radio Las Vegas cluster in the promotions department.
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