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EMF Expands Into Detroit With Purchase Of 102.7 WPZR
Posted: 01 May 2018 01:57 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168154/emf-expands-into-detroit-with-purchase-of-102-7-wpzr/
Educational Media Foundation has filled in another one of its missing major
markets for Christian AC K-Love by acquiring Gospel Praise 102.7 WPZR Mount
Clemens/Detroit from Urban One for $12.7 million and three translators.
Urban One will pair the three translators (not specfied in the press
release) it is acquiring with their 99.9 W260CB Detroit to create The
Detroit Praise Network and continue the Gospel programming via 105.9
WDMK-HD2. W260CB recently dropped its Urban Oldies Soul 99 format to
simulcast WPZR.
Urban One, Inc. (Nasdaq: UONEK; UONE) today announced it has signed a
definitive agreement to sell the assets of one of its Detroit, Michigan,
radio stations, WPZR-FM (102.7 FM), to Educational Media Foundation, of
California, for total consideration of $12.7 million.
As part of the deal, Urban One will receive 3 FM translators that service
the Detroit metropolitan area, and these signals will be combined with its
existing FM translator to multicast the Detroit Praise Network. The closing
on the sale of WPZR-FM is subject to customary conditions, prorations and
adjustments, including approval from the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC). Urban One expects the transaction to close shortly after final
consent from the FCC.
Urban One CEO Alfred Liggins stated: This is a good deal for Urban One, as
it enables us to monetize an asset at a very attractive multiple, while at
the same time allowing us to continue to serve our community of listeners
who value our new Detroit Praise Network of stations.
The post EMF Expands Into Detroit With Purchase Of 102.7 WPZR appeared
first on RadioInsight.
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Ginny Rogers Brophey Joins 101.7 The Bull Boston As Program Director
Posted: 01 May 2018 10:07 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168149/ginny-rogers-brophey-joins-101-7-the-bull-boston-as-program-director/
iHeartMedia Country 101.7 The Bull WBWL Lynn/Boston has appointed Ginny
Rogers Brophey as Program Director.
Brophey spent 23 years as APD/MD of Greater Media/Beasley Country 102.5
WKLB Boston before leaving last May along with her husband Program Director
Mike Brophey.
She succeeds Lance Houston, who transferred to sister Big 95.5 WEBG Chicago
last month.
iHeartMedia Boston announced today that Ginny “Rogers” Brophey has been
named the new Program Director for 101.7 The Bull, Bostons No. 1 for New
Hit Country, effective immediately. iHeartMedia Boston has a strong
cross-platform presence and includes a number of iconic brand and
franchises – both broadcast and digital – encompassing more than 8 stations
compromised of music, talk and news formats.
As Program Director, Ginny will be responsible for the day-to-day
programming operations of 101.7 The Bull. She will work closely with on-air
personalities and sales to oversee the stations on-air content, digital
footprint and music programming. She will report to Dylan Sprague, Senior
Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia Boston.
“If you are doing Country in Boston you better have Ginny on your team,”
said Sprague. “She is a great leader, with years of success under her
belt. She is uniquely connected to the Country music scene in both
Nashville and New England, and most importantly, she is a fierce competitor
who is eager to win. We can’t wait to see what Ginny and the entire Bull
team can do together.”
Brophey is a 34-year radio veteran who has focused on Country radio for the
last 24 years. Her background includes serving as an On-air Personality,
Music Director, Assistant Program Director and Program Director. Brophey
has been honored with four CRB/ Country Aircheck Music Director of the Year
awards and has worked at stations that received the CMA award for Major
Market Country Station of the Year. Her work in Boston includes producing
several Country music shows and developing the Country Music Healing Tour
at Floating Hospital for Children at Tufts Medical Center. Brophey has also
served on the St. Jude Radio Advisory Board and on the Beyond Sunday
Missions Board of Directors. She is a graduate of Graduate of Marist
College in Poughkeepsie, New York
I am so excited to get back to work as Program Director of 101.7 The Bull,”
said Brophey. “There are so many talented people at iHeartMedia, both
nationally and here in Boston, and I can’t wait to tap into their skills as
we continue to develop dynamic Country radio in one of the best cities in
America.”
The post Ginny Rogers Brophey Joins 101.7 The Bull Boston As Program
Director appeared first on RadioInsight.
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Brandon 'Buster' Satterfield Joins WFLZ As Assistant Program Director
Posted: 01 May 2018 08:27 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168145/brandon-buster-satterfield-joins-wflz-as-assistant-program-director/
After departing his position as Program Director at Urban One CHR “Radio
Now 100.9” WNOW-FM Speedway/Indianapolis IN last month, Brandon Buster
Satterfield is joining iHeartMedia CHR 93.3 WFLZ Tampa as Assistant Program
Director.
Satterfield will report to Senior VP/Programming and WFLZ PD Tommy Chuck
and will be responsible for the stations music and programming content.
Satterfield has programmed WNOW-FM since November 2015 and has previously
held programming positions at “Wired 96.5” WRDW-FM Philadelphia and worked
on-air at “92.3 Now” WNOW-FM New York and “Channel 95.5” WKQI Detroit.
iHeartMedia Tampa Bay announced today that Brandon “Buster” Satterfield has
been named Assistant Program Director for 93.3 FLZ, Tampa Bay’s #1 Hit
Music Channel, effective immediately. iHeartMedia Tampa Bay has a strong
cross-platform presence and includes a number of iconic brands and
franchises — both broadcast and digital — encompassing more than 10
stations comprised of music, talk and news formats.
iHeartMedia has the leading consumer reach and influence across multiple
platforms and delivers more live programming than any other media company.
As Assistant Program Director for 93.3 FLZ, Buster will be responsible for
the station’s music and programming content, as well its personalities and
digital extensions. He will report to Tommy Chuck, Senior Vice President of
Programming for iHeartMedia Tampa Bay and Program Director for 93.3 FLZ.
“We’ve had our eyes on Buster for several years, so I’m excited – we’re
lucky to have him join our team in Tampa Bay,” said Chuck. “He’s creative,
driven and has performed at a high level during all of his previous stops.
Now, with all of the tools, resources and talent around him at iHeartMedia,
I can’t wait to see how much of a winner he will be!”
Buster has served as Program Director of WNOU-FM Indianapolis since
November, 2015. His previous experience includes various on-air roles in
Philadelphia, PA, New York, NY, Detroit, MI and Fresno, CA. He also served
as a Regional Promotions Director for Atlantic Records.
“Thank you to everyone at iHeartMedia for giving me the opportunity to jump
into the cock-pit of the legendary 93.3 FLZ,” said Satterfield. “I am eager
to join the creative team in Tampa Bay! Join me on my journey as I make the
transition by following @FMBuster.”
The post Brandon Buster Satterfield Joins WFLZ As Assistant Program
Director appeared first on RadioInsight.
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Saga Launches Pure Oldies In Asheville
Posted: 01 May 2018 07:46 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168141/saga-launches-pure-oldies-in-asheville/
Saga Communications Sports WISE Sports Radio 1310 WISE Asheville/970 WYSE
Canton NC has moved its translator simulcast to the newly launched 102.9
W275CP Canton.
That has cleared 97.3 W247BV Asheville to switch to Oldies Pure Oldies 97.3
via 96.5 WOXL-HD3. Focusing completely on hits of the 1950s and 60s, with
core artists listed as including Elvis, Chuck Berry, the Supremes, Beatles,
Herman’s Hermits, Beach Boys, the Shirelles, Little Richard, and Bill Haley
and the Comets.
Western North Carolina’s newest radio station, Asheville’s Pure Oldies
97.3, is on the air.
“We’re playing songs from Elvis, Chuck Berry, the Supremes, Beatles,
Herman’s Hermits, Beach Boys, the Shirelles, Little Richard, and Bill Haley
and the Comets,” says Neal Sharpe, Pure Oldies 97.3 Operations Manager.
“It’s like having the founders of the Rock Hall of Fame on your radio.”
The station’s playlist is made entirely of songs from 50s and 60s.
Asheville’s Pure Oldies 97.3 takes the place of WISE Sports Radio, which
moves to 102.9 FM, and is also still available at 1310 AM and 970 AM.
“Pure Oldies 97.3 fills a gap in local radio for local listeners who felt
forgotten,” says Chris Hoffman, General Manager of Asheville Radio Group.
“We heard them, and are glad to have them now listening to us. The new
station also gives local businesses a chance to reach a large demographic
of listeners who’ll make Pure Oldies 97.3 their go-to station.”
While 50s and 60s hits are popular among baby boomers, Pure Oldies 97.3 is
a mass appeal format.
“The music is fun, and you catch yourself singing along because you realize
you know all the words,” Sharpe adds. “Even people born long after the
death of Elvis know ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ and ‘Hound Dog’”.
The post Saga Launches Pure Oldies In Asheville appeared first on
RadioInsight.
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Peter Bowen Becomes Entercom Chicago Director of Sports
Posted: 01 May 2018 06:30 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168144/peter-bowen-becomes-entercom-chicago-director-of-sports/
Former Cumulus Media Chicago VP/Market Manager Peter Bowen has joined
Entercom Chicago as Director of Sports.
Bowen will oversee all sales for 670 The Score WSCR and all play-by-play
contracts including the Chicago Cubs on WSCR and Chicago Bears on 780
WBBM/105.9 WCFS. Prior to spending two and a half years overseeing the
Cumulus Chicago cluster, Bowen served as Senior VP of Sales for CBS Radio
Los Angeles from 2012-2015 and had a long run in management at CBS Radio
Chicago including serving as Director of Sales and General Manager of CHR
B96 96.3 WBBM-FM.
The post Peter Bowen Becomes Entercom Chicago Director of Sports appeared
first on RadioInsight.
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Al Payne To Program KMJK; Mike OReilly KCJK For Cumulus Kansas City
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 05:28 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168122/al-payne-to-program-kmjk-mike-oreilly-kcjk-for-cumulus-kansas-city/
Cumulus Media has made a pair of programming appointments in its Kansas
City cluster.
Mike OReilly, Program Director/Afternoon Host of CHR 95.7 The Vibe KCHZ
Ottawa KS will add programming duties at Alternative X105.1 KCJK Garden
City. Concurrently, former 105.1 The Bounce WMGC Detroit Program Director
Al Payne will join the company to program Urban AC Magic 107.3 KMJK Garden
City.
Payne fills the opening created by Kenny Js departure in January for family
reasons after just a six month run in the position.
Cumulus Media announces that it has promoted programming veteran Mike
O’Reilly to Program Director of Alternative station KCJK/X105.1 in Kansas
City, KS. O’Reilly continues in his current roles as Program Director and
Afternoon Host for Top 40 station KCHZ-FM/95.1 The Vibe. Cumulus
concurrently announced that it has appointed programming professional Al
Payne as Program Director for Urban AC station KMJK in Kansas City.
O’Reilly, a Kansas City native, started his radio career at KCHZ-FM in
1997, launched KCJK-FM in 2004, and did a nine-year run in San Diego at
KFMB-FM until moving back to Kansas City in 2015 as Program Director of
KCHZ.
Payne joins Cumulus from Beasley Broadcasting, where he was Program
Director of WMGC 105.1 The Bounce in Detroit. Payne’s 20-year career as a
successful Hip Hop/Urban AC/Rhythmic programmer includes positions at: WERQ
and WWIN-FM in Baltimore, MD; WKYS in Washington, DC; WGZB and WMJM in
Louisville, KY; WDMK and WHTD in Detroit, MI; WCDX and WKJS in Richmond,
VA; KRNB in Dallas, TX; WQMG in Greensboro, NC, and WMNX in Wilmington, NC.
He holds a B.A. degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Donna Baker, Midwest Regional Vice President/Market Manager, Cumulus
Media-Kansas City, said: “Mike O’Reilly’s exceptional knowledge of these
formats, passion to win, and respect as a leader on our team and in our
community have earned this well deserved promotion. He is one of the best
in the business.”
Baker added: “Al Payne brings proven leadership with a clear vision of
winning to the helm of our talented Magic 107.3 team. He is the perfect
choice to rekindle KMJK to a new level of success.”
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Doug Hamand, Vice President, Programming Operations, Cumulus Media, said:
“Mike is an amazing, smart, lives the lifestyle PD for both Vibe and now
X105.1. I am so anxious to see what great things he will do for Kansas
City’s Alternative”.
Hamand added: “Al made a bunch of successful noise in Detroit! He is so
plugged into what the Urban AC community needs. He will definitely wake our
sleeping giant at Magic 107.3.”
O’Reilly said: “How often do you get to return to your hometown with the
opportunity to run and manage the stations that started it all for you?
Thanks to Doug Hamand and Donna Baker for this rare opportunity! I have
such a rich history with both of these signals, not to mention, THE hardest
working support teams well equipped to take X105-1 and 95-7 The VIBE to
entirely new levels in KC.”
Payne said: Im ready to help maximize the Magic in KC with this great team
Donna has put in place. The vibe of this city is incredible and I’m ready
to dig in!
The post Al Payne To Program KMJK; Mike O’Reilly KCJK For Cumulus Kansas
City appeared first on RadioInsight.
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People Moves 4/30: DeMann Exits Cox Orlando With WPYO Flip
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 03:16 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168118/people-moves-4-30-demann-exits-cox-orlando-with-wpyo-flip/
With the flip of Rhythmic CHR Power 95.3 WPYO Maitland/Orlando to CHR on
Friday, Steve DeMann has exited his position of Operations Manager for the
Cox Media Group Orlando cluster after ten and a half years. Prior to
joining Cox in September 2007, DeMann spent two terms at 102 Jamz 101.9
WJHM in the market including PD from 2001-2007. He has also worked on air
at Jamn 94.5 WJMN Boston and 92Q WERQ Baltimore.
With the addition of former 98.5 KVOO Tulsa APD/MD/Afternoon host Krystina
Carlyle for as MD/Morning co-host today, Pamal Broadcasting Country “100.9
The Cat” WKLI-FM Albany NY is making another change as incumbent morning
host Kevin Richards moves to middays, while midday host Pete Kelly joins
the newly minted KC Carlyle in mornings.
The syndicated Tino Cochino Radio based at Riviera Broadcasting Rhythmic
Power 98.3/96.1 KKFR Phoenix has added Jackie Hollywood as its new co-host.
She joins the show from San Francisco where she Assistant Producer for the
Fernando Greg morning show at Bonneville CHR 99.7 Now KMVQ San Francisco
and voicetracked afternoons at Dimes Media Rhythmic CHR Wild 106.1 KWWV San
Luis Obispo. She replaces Milli Rodriguez who returned to college full-time.
Entercom Country 95.1 KFRG San Bernardino CA has added Kyle Matthews as
Imaging Director and 12-3pm host. Matthews joins KFRG from NRG Media in
Lincoln NE where he served as PD/MD/Afternoon host at CHR Red 94.5 K233AN
and midday host at Country Froggy 98.1 KFGE.
Entercom, the #1 creator of live, original, local audio content in the
United States, announced the appointment of Kyle Matthews to the on-air
team at K-FROG (KFRG-FM) in Riverside. Matthews will host the station’s
show from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. PST as well as oversee imaging. His first
day on the air will be May 3.
“Kyle understands how to create great local radio,” said Michael
Valenzuela, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Entercom Riverside.
“We’re looking forward to bringing a new creative voice to the market.”
“I couldn’t be more excited to be headed home to do what I love with a
station that I’ve always wanted to work for,” said Matthews. “Entercom
Riverside has made a great impact within the community and I’m looking
forward to being part of it.”
A Southern California native, Matthews returns to the Golden State after
two years with NRG Media in Lincoln, Nebraska.
The post People Moves 4/30: DeMann Exits Cox Orlando With WPYO Flip
appeared first on RadioInsight.
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Newsday: Entercom executive explains Mike Francesas return to WFAN
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 03:04 PM PDT
https://www.newsday.com/sports/media/mike-francesa-wfan-return-entercom-chris-oliviero-1.18333646
The post Newsday: Entercom executive explains Mike Francesa’s return to
WFAN appeared first on RadioInsight.
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WNMB Rebrands As 95.5 The Drive
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 01:54 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168115/wnmb-rebrands-as-95-5-the-drive/
The Myrtle Beach area is known mainly for two things; its beaches and its
golf courses.
Colonial Media + Entertainment has rebranded its Classic Rocker in the
market from promoting one to promoting the other as 95.5 The Beach 900 WNMB
North Myrtle Beach/95.5 W238CJ Atlantic Beach has rebranded as 95.5 The
Drive.
The station is still positioned as Rock Without The Hard Edge.
The post WNMB Rebrands As 95.5 The Drive appeared first on RadioInsight.
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Dick Taylor: Play Records & Meet Girls
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 09:30 AM PDT
https://dicktaylorblog.com/2018/04/29/play-records-meet-girls/
The post Dick Taylor: Play Records Meet Girls appeared first on
RadioInsight.
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Hyperlocal AAA Debuts In Newport News
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 08:57 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168108/hyperlocal-aaa-debuts-in-newport-news/
Davis Media has flipped 1490 WXTG Hampton VA from a simulcast of AAA 102.1
The Tide WXTG-FM Virginia Beach to a separately programmed AAA branded
101.9 Hampton-Newport News Radio.
The flip comes with the debut of translator 101.9 W270DA Hampton which
coves the southern end of the Virginia Peninsula just north of Norfolk
including the two titled cities as well as Poquoson. The station is tied in
with co-owned news site HNN Daily and features news content from the site.
The post Hyperlocal AAA Debuts In Newport News appeared first on
RadioInsight.
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Miggy Santos Joins Hot 100 Bloomington & Y103 Decatur IL As PD
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 07:00 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168111/miggy-santos-joins-hot-100-bloomington-y103-decatur-il-as-pd/
Former One Putt Broadcasting CHR 99.3 Now-FM KWDO Fresno Program Director
Miggy Santos has joined Neuhoff Media in the dual role as Program Director
for Rhythmic CHR Hot 100 100.7 WWHX Normal/Bloomington and CHR Y103 102.9
WSOY-FM Decatur IL.
Santos has also programmed Alpha Media CHR Energy 95.3 KLLY Bakersfield and
Y101 KWYE Fresno and has worked on-air in Las Vegas, New Orleans, Boise,
Roanoke, and Green Bay.
“We are excited to announce that Miggy Santos has joined our team as the
joint Program Director of WSOY-FM/ Y103 and WWHX-FM/HOT 100” says Neuhoff
VP/Programming Mike Shamus. Miggy comes to Neuhoff Media from past stints
in Fresno California, Las Vegas and Boise Idaho. A native of upstate New
York, Miggy will be working across both the Bloomington and Decatur
Illinois markets, focusing on brand development, station engagement and
driving revenue.
“Miggy brings experience and energy to a new concept for us” added
Bloomington VP/GM Danielle Outlaw. “We’ve developed a special brand in
the Twin Cities, Miggy has experience in winning with these types of
projects, we’re excited to have him on our team” added Outlaw.
Santos will oversee the programing on both radio stations in his new roll
along with working closely with local sellers. Neuhoff Media-Decatur
Associate GM, Kathy Byerly said “WSOY-FM / Y103 is the market’s heritage
music station, having Miggy Santos on board is a real plus for listeners,
advertisers and our community. Miggy’s energy is boundless, that’s a good
for thing for everyone” added Byerly.
Recently rebranded WWHX is now known as “HOT 100, The Beat of Blono”.
WSOY-FM / Y103 is Decatur’s heritage pop music station, consistently
measured among the largest radio audiences in Macon County.
The post Miggy Santos Joins Hot 100 Bloomington Y103 Decatur IL As PD
appeared first on RadioInsight.
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EMF Expands Into Detroit With Purchase Of 102.7 WPZR
Posted: 01 May 2018 01:57 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168154/emf-expands-into-detroit-with-purchase-of-102-7-wpzr/
Educational Media Foundation has filled in another one of its missing major
markets for Christian AC K-Love by acquiring Gospel Praise 102.7 WPZR Mount
Clemens/Detroit from Urban One for $12.7 million and three translators.
Urban One will pair the three translators (not specfied in the press
release) it is acquiring with their 99.9 W260CB Detroit to create The
Detroit Praise Network and continue the Gospel programming via 105.9
WDMK-HD2. W260CB recently dropped its Urban Oldies Soul 99 format to
simulcast WPZR.
Urban One, Inc. (Nasdaq: UONEK; UONE) today announced it has signed a
definitive agreement to sell the assets of one of its Detroit, Michigan,
radio stations, WPZR-FM (102.7 FM), to Educational Media Foundation, of
California, for total consideration of $12.7 million.
As part of the deal, Urban One will receive 3 FM translators that service
the Detroit metropolitan area, and these signals will be combined with its
existing FM translator to multicast the Detroit Praise Network. The closing
on the sale of WPZR-FM is subject to customary conditions, prorations and
adjustments, including approval from the Federal Communications Commission
(FCC). Urban One expects the transaction to close shortly after final
consent from the FCC.
Urban One CEO Alfred Liggins stated: This is a good deal for Urban One, as
it enables us to monetize an asset at a very attractive multiple, while at
the same time allowing us to continue to serve our community of listeners
who value our new Detroit Praise Network of stations.
The post EMF Expands Into Detroit With Purchase Of 102.7 WPZR appeared
first on RadioInsight.
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Ginny Rogers Brophey Joins 101.7 The Bull Boston As Program Director
Posted: 01 May 2018 10:07 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168149/ginny-rogers-brophey-joins-101-7-the-bull-boston-as-program-director/
iHeartMedia Country 101.7 The Bull WBWL Lynn/Boston has appointed Ginny
Rogers Brophey as Program Director.
Brophey spent 23 years as APD/MD of Greater Media/Beasley Country 102.5
WKLB Boston before leaving last May along with her husband Program Director
Mike Brophey.
She succeeds Lance Houston, who transferred to sister Big 95.5 WEBG Chicago
last month.
iHeartMedia Boston announced today that Ginny “Rogers” Brophey has been
named the new Program Director for 101.7 The Bull, Bostons No. 1 for New
Hit Country, effective immediately. iHeartMedia Boston has a strong
cross-platform presence and includes a number of iconic brand and
franchises – both broadcast and digital – encompassing more than 8 stations
compromised of music, talk and news formats.
As Program Director, Ginny will be responsible for the day-to-day
programming operations of 101.7 The Bull. She will work closely with on-air
personalities and sales to oversee the stations on-air content, digital
footprint and music programming. She will report to Dylan Sprague, Senior
Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia Boston.
“If you are doing Country in Boston you better have Ginny on your team,”
said Sprague. “She is a great leader, with years of success under her
belt. She is uniquely connected to the Country music scene in both
Nashville and New England, and most importantly, she is a fierce competitor
who is eager to win. We can’t wait to see what Ginny and the entire Bull
team can do together.”
Brophey is a 34-year radio veteran who has focused on Country radio for the
last 24 years. Her background includes serving as an On-air Personality,
Music Director, Assistant Program Director and Program Director. Brophey
has been honored with four CRB/ Country Aircheck Music Director of the Year
awards and has worked at stations that received the CMA award for Major
Market Country Station of the Year. Her work in Boston includes producing
several Country music shows and developing the Country Music Healing Tour
at Floating Hospital for Children at Tufts Medical Center. Brophey has also
served on the St. Jude Radio Advisory Board and on the Beyond Sunday
Missions Board of Directors. She is a graduate of Graduate of Marist
College in Poughkeepsie, New York
I am so excited to get back to work as Program Director of 101.7 The Bull,”
said Brophey. “There are so many talented people at iHeartMedia, both
nationally and here in Boston, and I can’t wait to tap into their skills as
we continue to develop dynamic Country radio in one of the best cities in
America.”
The post Ginny Rogers Brophey Joins 101.7 The Bull Boston As Program
Director appeared first on RadioInsight.
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Brandon 'Buster' Satterfield Joins WFLZ As Assistant Program Director
Posted: 01 May 2018 08:27 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168145/brandon-buster-satterfield-joins-wflz-as-assistant-program-director/
After departing his position as Program Director at Urban One CHR “Radio
Now 100.9” WNOW-FM Speedway/Indianapolis IN last month, Brandon Buster
Satterfield is joining iHeartMedia CHR 93.3 WFLZ Tampa as Assistant Program
Director.
Satterfield will report to Senior VP/Programming and WFLZ PD Tommy Chuck
and will be responsible for the stations music and programming content.
Satterfield has programmed WNOW-FM since November 2015 and has previously
held programming positions at “Wired 96.5” WRDW-FM Philadelphia and worked
on-air at “92.3 Now” WNOW-FM New York and “Channel 95.5” WKQI Detroit.
iHeartMedia Tampa Bay announced today that Brandon “Buster” Satterfield has
been named Assistant Program Director for 93.3 FLZ, Tampa Bay’s #1 Hit
Music Channel, effective immediately. iHeartMedia Tampa Bay has a strong
cross-platform presence and includes a number of iconic brands and
franchises — both broadcast and digital — encompassing more than 10
stations comprised of music, talk and news formats.
iHeartMedia has the leading consumer reach and influence across multiple
platforms and delivers more live programming than any other media company.
As Assistant Program Director for 93.3 FLZ, Buster will be responsible for
the station’s music and programming content, as well its personalities and
digital extensions. He will report to Tommy Chuck, Senior Vice President of
Programming for iHeartMedia Tampa Bay and Program Director for 93.3 FLZ.
“We’ve had our eyes on Buster for several years, so I’m excited – we’re
lucky to have him join our team in Tampa Bay,” said Chuck. “He’s creative,
driven and has performed at a high level during all of his previous stops.
Now, with all of the tools, resources and talent around him at iHeartMedia,
I can’t wait to see how much of a winner he will be!”
Buster has served as Program Director of WNOU-FM Indianapolis since
November, 2015. His previous experience includes various on-air roles in
Philadelphia, PA, New York, NY, Detroit, MI and Fresno, CA. He also served
as a Regional Promotions Director for Atlantic Records.
“Thank you to everyone at iHeartMedia for giving me the opportunity to jump
into the cock-pit of the legendary 93.3 FLZ,” said Satterfield. “I am eager
to join the creative team in Tampa Bay! Join me on my journey as I make the
transition by following @FMBuster.”
The post Brandon Buster Satterfield Joins WFLZ As Assistant Program
Director appeared first on RadioInsight.
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Saga Launches Pure Oldies In Asheville
Posted: 01 May 2018 07:46 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168141/saga-launches-pure-oldies-in-asheville/
Saga Communications Sports WISE Sports Radio 1310 WISE Asheville/970 WYSE
Canton NC has moved its translator simulcast to the newly launched 102.9
W275CP Canton.
That has cleared 97.3 W247BV Asheville to switch to Oldies Pure Oldies 97.3
via 96.5 WOXL-HD3. Focusing completely on hits of the 1950s and 60s, with
core artists listed as including Elvis, Chuck Berry, the Supremes, Beatles,
Herman’s Hermits, Beach Boys, the Shirelles, Little Richard, and Bill Haley
and the Comets.
Western North Carolina’s newest radio station, Asheville’s Pure Oldies
97.3, is on the air.
“We’re playing songs from Elvis, Chuck Berry, the Supremes, Beatles,
Herman’s Hermits, Beach Boys, the Shirelles, Little Richard, and Bill Haley
and the Comets,” says Neal Sharpe, Pure Oldies 97.3 Operations Manager.
“It’s like having the founders of the Rock Hall of Fame on your radio.”
The station’s playlist is made entirely of songs from 50s and 60s.
Asheville’s Pure Oldies 97.3 takes the place of WISE Sports Radio, which
moves to 102.9 FM, and is also still available at 1310 AM and 970 AM.
“Pure Oldies 97.3 fills a gap in local radio for local listeners who felt
forgotten,” says Chris Hoffman, General Manager of Asheville Radio Group.
“We heard them, and are glad to have them now listening to us. The new
station also gives local businesses a chance to reach a large demographic
of listeners who’ll make Pure Oldies 97.3 their go-to station.”
While 50s and 60s hits are popular among baby boomers, Pure Oldies 97.3 is
a mass appeal format.
“The music is fun, and you catch yourself singing along because you realize
you know all the words,” Sharpe adds. “Even people born long after the
death of Elvis know ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ and ‘Hound Dog’”.
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Peter Bowen Becomes Entercom Chicago Director of Sports
Posted: 01 May 2018 06:30 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168144/peter-bowen-becomes-entercom-chicago-director-of-sports/
Former Cumulus Media Chicago VP/Market Manager Peter Bowen has joined
Entercom Chicago as Director of Sports.
Bowen will oversee all sales for 670 The Score WSCR and all play-by-play
contracts including the Chicago Cubs on WSCR and Chicago Bears on 780
WBBM/105.9 WCFS. Prior to spending two and a half years overseeing the
Cumulus Chicago cluster, Bowen served as Senior VP of Sales for CBS Radio
Los Angeles from 2012-2015 and had a long run in management at CBS Radio
Chicago including serving as Director of Sales and General Manager of CHR
B96 96.3 WBBM-FM.
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Al Payne To Program KMJK; Mike OReilly KCJK For Cumulus Kansas City
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 05:28 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168122/al-payne-to-program-kmjk-mike-oreilly-kcjk-for-cumulus-kansas-city/
Cumulus Media has made a pair of programming appointments in its Kansas
City cluster.
Mike OReilly, Program Director/Afternoon Host of CHR 95.7 The Vibe KCHZ
Ottawa KS will add programming duties at Alternative X105.1 KCJK Garden
City. Concurrently, former 105.1 The Bounce WMGC Detroit Program Director
Al Payne will join the company to program Urban AC Magic 107.3 KMJK Garden
City.
Payne fills the opening created by Kenny Js departure in January for family
reasons after just a six month run in the position.
Cumulus Media announces that it has promoted programming veteran Mike
O’Reilly to Program Director of Alternative station KCJK/X105.1 in Kansas
City, KS. O’Reilly continues in his current roles as Program Director and
Afternoon Host for Top 40 station KCHZ-FM/95.1 The Vibe. Cumulus
concurrently announced that it has appointed programming professional Al
Payne as Program Director for Urban AC station KMJK in Kansas City.
O’Reilly, a Kansas City native, started his radio career at KCHZ-FM in
1997, launched KCJK-FM in 2004, and did a nine-year run in San Diego at
KFMB-FM until moving back to Kansas City in 2015 as Program Director of
KCHZ.
Payne joins Cumulus from Beasley Broadcasting, where he was Program
Director of WMGC 105.1 The Bounce in Detroit. Payne’s 20-year career as a
successful Hip Hop/Urban AC/Rhythmic programmer includes positions at: WERQ
and WWIN-FM in Baltimore, MD; WKYS in Washington, DC; WGZB and WMJM in
Louisville, KY; WDMK and WHTD in Detroit, MI; WCDX and WKJS in Richmond,
VA; KRNB in Dallas, TX; WQMG in Greensboro, NC, and WMNX in Wilmington, NC.
He holds a B.A. degree in Broadcast Journalism from the University of North
Carolina at Chapel Hill.
Donna Baker, Midwest Regional Vice President/Market Manager, Cumulus
Media-Kansas City, said: “Mike O’Reilly’s exceptional knowledge of these
formats, passion to win, and respect as a leader on our team and in our
community have earned this well deserved promotion. He is one of the best
in the business.”
Baker added: “Al Payne brings proven leadership with a clear vision of
winning to the helm of our talented Magic 107.3 team. He is the perfect
choice to rekindle KMJK to a new level of success.”
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Doug Hamand, Vice President, Programming Operations, Cumulus Media, said:
“Mike is an amazing, smart, lives the lifestyle PD for both Vibe and now
X105.1. I am so anxious to see what great things he will do for Kansas
City’s Alternative”.
Hamand added: “Al made a bunch of successful noise in Detroit! He is so
plugged into what the Urban AC community needs. He will definitely wake our
sleeping giant at Magic 107.3.”
O’Reilly said: “How often do you get to return to your hometown with the
opportunity to run and manage the stations that started it all for you?
Thanks to Doug Hamand and Donna Baker for this rare opportunity! I have
such a rich history with both of these signals, not to mention, THE hardest
working support teams well equipped to take X105-1 and 95-7 The VIBE to
entirely new levels in KC.”
Payne said: Im ready to help maximize the Magic in KC with this great team
Donna has put in place. The vibe of this city is incredible and I’m ready
to dig in!
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People Moves 4/30: DeMann Exits Cox Orlando With WPYO Flip
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 03:16 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168118/people-moves-4-30-demann-exits-cox-orlando-with-wpyo-flip/
With the flip of Rhythmic CHR Power 95.3 WPYO Maitland/Orlando to CHR on
Friday, Steve DeMann has exited his position of Operations Manager for the
Cox Media Group Orlando cluster after ten and a half years. Prior to
joining Cox in September 2007, DeMann spent two terms at 102 Jamz 101.9
WJHM in the market including PD from 2001-2007. He has also worked on air
at Jamn 94.5 WJMN Boston and 92Q WERQ Baltimore.
With the addition of former 98.5 KVOO Tulsa APD/MD/Afternoon host Krystina
Carlyle for as MD/Morning co-host today, Pamal Broadcasting Country “100.9
The Cat” WKLI-FM Albany NY is making another change as incumbent morning
host Kevin Richards moves to middays, while midday host Pete Kelly joins
the newly minted KC Carlyle in mornings.
The syndicated Tino Cochino Radio based at Riviera Broadcasting Rhythmic
Power 98.3/96.1 KKFR Phoenix has added Jackie Hollywood as its new co-host.
She joins the show from San Francisco where she Assistant Producer for the
Fernando Greg morning show at Bonneville CHR 99.7 Now KMVQ San Francisco
and voicetracked afternoons at Dimes Media Rhythmic CHR Wild 106.1 KWWV San
Luis Obispo. She replaces Milli Rodriguez who returned to college full-time.
Entercom Country 95.1 KFRG San Bernardino CA has added Kyle Matthews as
Imaging Director and 12-3pm host. Matthews joins KFRG from NRG Media in
Lincoln NE where he served as PD/MD/Afternoon host at CHR Red 94.5 K233AN
and midday host at Country Froggy 98.1 KFGE.
Entercom, the #1 creator of live, original, local audio content in the
United States, announced the appointment of Kyle Matthews to the on-air
team at K-FROG (KFRG-FM) in Riverside. Matthews will host the station’s
show from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. PST as well as oversee imaging. His first
day on the air will be May 3.
“Kyle understands how to create great local radio,” said Michael
Valenzuela, Senior Vice President and Market Manager, Entercom Riverside.
“We’re looking forward to bringing a new creative voice to the market.”
“I couldn’t be more excited to be headed home to do what I love with a
station that I’ve always wanted to work for,” said Matthews. “Entercom
Riverside has made a great impact within the community and I’m looking
forward to being part of it.”
A Southern California native, Matthews returns to the Golden State after
two years with NRG Media in Lincoln, Nebraska.
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Newsday: Entercom executive explains Mike Francesas return to WFAN
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 03:04 PM PDT
https://www.newsday.com/sports/media/mike-francesa-wfan-return-entercom-chris-oliviero-1.18333646
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WNMB Rebrands As 95.5 The Drive
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 01:54 PM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168115/wnmb-rebrands-as-95-5-the-drive/
The Myrtle Beach area is known mainly for two things; its beaches and its
golf courses.
Colonial Media + Entertainment has rebranded its Classic Rocker in the
market from promoting one to promoting the other as 95.5 The Beach 900 WNMB
North Myrtle Beach/95.5 W238CJ Atlantic Beach has rebranded as 95.5 The
Drive.
The station is still positioned as Rock Without The Hard Edge.
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Dick Taylor: Play Records & Meet Girls
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 09:30 AM PDT
https://dicktaylorblog.com/2018/04/29/play-records-meet-girls/
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Hyperlocal AAA Debuts In Newport News
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 08:57 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168108/hyperlocal-aaa-debuts-in-newport-news/
Davis Media has flipped 1490 WXTG Hampton VA from a simulcast of AAA 102.1
The Tide WXTG-FM Virginia Beach to a separately programmed AAA branded
101.9 Hampton-Newport News Radio.
The flip comes with the debut of translator 101.9 W270DA Hampton which
coves the southern end of the Virginia Peninsula just north of Norfolk
including the two titled cities as well as Poquoson. The station is tied in
with co-owned news site HNN Daily and features news content from the site.
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Miggy Santos Joins Hot 100 Bloomington & Y103 Decatur IL As PD
Posted: 30 Apr 2018 07:00 AM PDT
https://radioinsight.com/headlines/168111/miggy-santos-joins-hot-100-bloomington-y103-decatur-il-as-pd/
Former One Putt Broadcasting CHR 99.3 Now-FM KWDO Fresno Program Director
Miggy Santos has joined Neuhoff Media in the dual role as Program Director
for Rhythmic CHR Hot 100 100.7 WWHX Normal/Bloomington and CHR Y103 102.9
WSOY-FM Decatur IL.
Santos has also programmed Alpha Media CHR Energy 95.3 KLLY Bakersfield and
Y101 KWYE Fresno and has worked on-air in Las Vegas, New Orleans, Boise,
Roanoke, and Green Bay.
“We are excited to announce that Miggy Santos has joined our team as the
joint Program Director of WSOY-FM/ Y103 and WWHX-FM/HOT 100” says Neuhoff
VP/Programming Mike Shamus. Miggy comes to Neuhoff Media from past stints
in Fresno California, Las Vegas and Boise Idaho. A native of upstate New
York, Miggy will be working across both the Bloomington and Decatur
Illinois markets, focusing on brand development, station engagement and
driving revenue.
“Miggy brings experience and energy to a new concept for us” added
Bloomington VP/GM Danielle Outlaw. “We’ve developed a special brand in
the Twin Cities, Miggy has experience in winning with these types of
projects, we’re excited to have him on our team” added Outlaw.
Santos will oversee the programing on both radio stations in his new roll
along with working closely with local sellers. Neuhoff Media-Decatur
Associate GM, Kathy Byerly said “WSOY-FM / Y103 is the market’s heritage
music station, having Miggy Santos on board is a real plus for listeners,
advertisers and our community. Miggy’s energy is boundless, that’s a good
for thing for everyone” added Byerly.
Recently rebranded WWHX is now known as “HOT 100, The Beat of Blono”.
WSOY-FM / Y103 is Decatur’s heritage pop music station, consistently
measured among the largest radio audiences in Macon County.
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