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Greg Strassell Named Clear Channel SVP Of Programming 
That didn't take long! Late Monday we reported that SVP of Programming Greg Strassell exits CBS Radio after over 15 years, for a new opportunity to be announced. Today, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment announces that Strassell has been named SVP of Programming for CCME, effective immediately. Strassell, we're told, will "help lead programming initiatives" and will report to CCME President of Operations/Regional Markets Matt Martin. "Strassell is a multi-format programming veteran whose strategic brand management has impacted many major radio stations across the country." He joins Clear Channel from CBS Radio, where he spent the past nine years as SVP of Programming. Prior to CBS, he served as VP of Product Development and Programming for American Radio Systems. He also previously launched and programmed Boston's then "Mix 98.5" WBMX-FM and "Oldies 103.3" WODS-FM, as well as stations in Minneapolis-St. Paul and Rockford, Illinois. "Greg has a proven track record of successfully leading winning teams and programming world-class radio stations throughout the country," says Martin. "He is a passionate and skilled programmer that will be a great asset to the world-class Clear Channel Media and Entertainment programming team." Strassell tells us, "Clear Channel is doing some very exciting initiatives and is where the best and brightest want to be. I'm looking forward to joining the programming team to contribute to future growth and ideas, and make very compelling and memorable radio along the way." RADAR 118: Radio Increases Year-Over-Year Reach Radio Now Reaches 242.2 Million People 12+ During Average Week 
Radio's audience again increased year over year, adding more than 500,000 weekly listeners, according to highlights from Arbitron's September 2013 RADAR 118 National Radio Listening Report. The report shows Radio now reaches 242.2 million listeners, or 92 percent of persons, age 12 and older, on an average weekly basis. Additionally, daily time spent listening to radio among persons age 12 and older held steady versus the September 2012 RADAR report. People aged 12 and older who listen to the radio spend approximately 2 hours and 35 minutes a day with the medium. Noting that Radio’s reach continues to grow, Arbitron says that over the last year, radio added a half million more listeners on a weekly basis, according to a 5 year trend based on the latest September 2013 RADAR report.
CMA Announces 2013 Broadcast Awards Finalists 
The CMA Broadcast Awards finalists were announced this morning from CMA’s Nashville offices with more nominees than usual. While the usual is five finalists for CMA Broadcast Personality and CMA Radio Station of the Year in four categories -- Small, Medium, Large, and Major Market -- it turns out that this year there are ties in three categories. Large Market Personality of the Year has seven nominees while Small Market Personality of the Year and Major Market Station of the Year each have six. The CMA Broadcast Award winners will be notified in mid-October and will be acknowledged at The 47th Annual CMA Awards, to be held November 6, telecast 8-11pm ET on ABC TV, broadcast live from the Bridgestone Arena in Nashville. Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood return to host the event for the sixth time.
Clear Channel Announces Revenue Sharing Deal with Suburban Noize 
Clear Channel Media and Entertainment and indie music label Suburban Noize Records announce an agreement that will enable Suburban Noize artists to share in broadcast and digital revenue. Suburban Noize was founded in 1995 in Los Angeles, and has since worked to promote underground artists and their unique styles around the world. The label is now home to a catalog of thousands of original songs by artists including Madchild -- whose last release debuted at number two on the Canadian music charts -- and Big B, who just released his new album, Fool's Gold, featuring a song co-written by the Dirty Heads. Kevin Zinger, who currently serves as co-owner and CEO of Suburban Noize, also owns Regime Management and SRH clothing. "Throughout my career I have worked to help break up-and-coming underground artists," says Zinger. "I want to do what I can to develop our artists' careers and to make their music accessible to their fans around the world, and this agreement with Clear Channel helps me do that." Clear Channel CEO Bob Pittman tells us, "Suburban Noize is dedicated to supporting and promoting its wide range of artists. We are proud to partner with them to help their musicians reach fans through broadcast and digital radio. This revenue-sharing model is the future of the music industry and will benefit everyone from artists to labels to fans for years to come." Clear Channel has also formed similar partnerships with other labels, including Big Machine Label Group, Glassnote Entertainment Group, eOne, Dualtone, DashGo, rpm Entertainment, Robbins Entertainment, Naxos, Wind-up Records, Fearless Records, Dualtone Music Group and Zojak World Wide. Study: 'Workers Take Online Listening Beyond the Office' 
Workers, we know, listen to online audio in the office, but a new study shows they take their online listening beyond the office. That's according to a new study from Radionomy conducted by Edison Research. The full results will be presented on September 20 at the Radio Show in Orlando, but Radionomy gives us a preview, offering select results from the "What's Working at Work" study. We learn that Classic Rock (14 percent), Top 40 (13 percent), Rock (13 percent) and Country (12 percent) are the most popular formats to stream at work. Additionally, most workplace listeners also listen to Internet-only streaming audio in other settings, including at home and on vacation. Some 37 percent say they "frequently" listen in other locales, while 49 percent say they "sometimes" do so. The majority of listeners -- 69 percent -- say they listen to their favorite type of music at work, and 72 percent say they listed to Internet-only radio in order to "discover new songs." Similarly, 50 percent listen to "discover popular songs," while 65 percent say they listen to Internet-only radio while working to hear a type of music that is not on AM/FM radio. "As the platform that allows anyone -- from enthusiast to professional -- to sidestep technology and business hassles and easily create an online station, Radionomy is very interested in helping producers discover how Internet-only radio resonates with listeners," says Thierry Ascarez, U.S. Country Manager, Radionomy. "We sponsored this study to shed light on listener behavior and preferences at work -- one of the most important times for Internet-only radio." Ascarez adds, "The desire on the part of listeners to simultaneously hear their favorite music and also be exposed to songs that they haven’t heard before but still appeal to their tastes creates an interesting opportunity for producers. We believe that those who can achieve a balance of giving people what they already want, and also new things that will appeal to them based on their established tastes, will more meaningfully connect with their audiences."
'Big D and Bubba Show' Moving to Compass Media Networks 
"The Big D and Bubba Show" is moving from Premiere Networks to Compass Media Networks -- by way of the duo's own production company, Silverfish Media. Starting in January, when their current deal with Premiere runs out, they will begin self-syndication, with Compass Media Networks exclusively managing all aspects of national advertising sales, affiliate marketing and syndication. "We're stoked about the next chapter in our professional lives and so appreciative of our partnerships with our existing advertisers and radio stations," says co-host Sean "Bubba" Powell. The duo explains that they are "ready for the next evolution of the show,".having formed their own company to give them control of programming and production on all platforms -- radio, digital, and TV, adding, "We are very excited to work with Compass as our partner." Says Compass Media Networks Founder and CEO Peter Kosann, "Big D and Bubba are proven winners. We are elated to work with them." The 15-year old "Big D and Bubba Show" currently airs on some four dozen stations nationwide. Yahoo Sports Radio Adds 'Big E Sports Show' 
Yahoo Sports Radio adds "The Big E Sports Show" with Elissa Walker Campbell, beginning September 20. The show, we're told, features sports superstar guests who share real-life stories with Walker Campbell every Friday evening from 8-10pm ET. A seasoned broadcaster, she's been a TV analyst and sideline reporter for a number of sports networks, including CBS Sports, ESPN, Fox Sports and NBA TV. "Elissa's show is a great addition to our lineup. Her dynamic personality has garnered strong reviews for her show, and we are delighted to make it available to our Yahoo! Sports Radio network affiliates," says Yahoo Sports Radio CEO David Gow. "Elissa conducts some of the best interviews in the industry and offers a great perspective on sports." Says Walker Campbell, "I'm honored to join the Yahoo Sports Radio team. This is an exciting new growth opportunity for our show, and I am thrilled to partner with one of the most recognizable brands in sports radio. I look forward to continuing to offer compelling stories and informative interviews for our ever-expanding audience with some of the biggest and best names in sports." Ann Compton, D.L. Hughley, Steve Jones to Speak at 2013 Radio Show 
The 2013 Radio Show, produced by the NAB and the RAB, will feature ABC News Radio White House Correspondent Ann Compton, Syndicated Radio Host/Comedian D.L. Hughley and author Steve Jones. The session, titled "Tap Into Your Star Power and Build Your Brand," is sponsored by Coleman Insights and will be held September 18 at the Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando. Mike McVay, SVP of Corporate Programming for Cumulus Media and Cumulus Media Networks, will moderate the group who have successfully branded themselves through the power of radio. Compton, a White House correspondent for ABC News since 1974, was the first woman assigned to cover the White House by a network television news organization. Hughley's standup comedy career successfully spans radio, television and film. His new radio program - "The D.L. Hughley Show" - is syndicated by Reach Media and launched last month in 39 markets. Jones, who spent 27 years in the music industry, witnessed the rise and fall of many legendary Rock stars. His book, "Brand Like A Rock Star," uses examples from U2, AC/DC, Lady Gaga, The Beatles, KISS, Jimmy Buffett and Bob Dylan. In this session, Jones will provide analysis of Compton and Hughley's unique and positive brands. He will also share anecdotes on "brands gone bad," offering suggestions on what to avoid and why. NABEF Announces 2014 Broadcast Leadership Training Class 
The NAB Education Foundation (NABEF) has announced the new members of the 2014 Broadcast Leadership Training (BLT) program. This year's student roster can be found here. Now in its fourteenth year, the ten-month, MBA-style program teaches the fundamentals of purchasing, owning and operating radio and television stations to senior level broadcast executives who aspire to advance as group executives or station owners. To encourage diversity in broadcasting, NABEF offers fellowship opportunities to women and people of color. Currently, a number of BLT graduates are in varying stages of station acquisition. Of the 220 graduates, 34 currently own or have owned stations, and more than 90 have moved to more senior level positions or to larger markets.
The BLT program comprises weekend sessions held once a month for ten months at NAB's headquarters. Students will have the opportunity to network with session instructors, including broadcasters, FCC staff, communications attorneys and members of the banking community and academic faculty, while learning how to apply the skills taught in the program to real-world situations.
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From Mark Harris Broadcast Consulting
Tuesday, September 10, 2013
Tuesday's Radio & Media News - September 10, 2013
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