January 07, 2016 [Monday] Issue #1484
ALL THE NEWS THAT IS NEWS
BIG D TALK HOST DEPARTS Born Lance Blumen on April 23, 1958 in Waco, TX he grows up in Davis, CA. In 1982, he receives his bachelor’s degree from TCU. After a near-fatal motorcycle accident in January, 1989 he becomes consumer advice Talk show host Benjamin Dover on KLIF-570 and KRLD-1080 Dallas, TX. Also, KFI-640 Los Angeles, CA. In his NostraDover TV programs he predicts subprime housing bust 18 months before markets implode. On January 1, 2016 Benjamin Dover dies at 57 of complications from pneumonia.
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EARTH, WIND AND FIRE SHATTERS In 1969, Maurice White founds Earth, Wind & Fire in Chicago, IL along with Philip Bailey, Verdine White, Ralph Johnson, Larry Dunn, Al McKay and Andrew Woolfolk. The band receives 20 Grammy nominations. They win six as a group and two of its members, Maurice White and Philip Bailey win separate individual awards. In the 1970s, he co-writes and co-produces The Emotions’ #1 hit Best of My Love. On Wednesday, February 3, 2016 Maurice White dies at 74 from Parkinson’s Disease,
GLENN FREY DRIVE COMES TO HIS HOME TOWN Rock group The Eagles co-founder Glenn Frey is born and raised in Detroit suburb Royal Oak, MI on November 6, 1948. Linda Ronstadt forms backup band with future Eagles Glenn Frey, Don Henley, Randy Meisner and Bernie Leadon. In 1971, Glenn forms The Eagles in Los Angeles, CA. On January 18, 2016 Glen Frey dies. Jim O’Brien, co-host of Greater Media Classic Rock WCSX FM Detroit calls Jim Ellison, Mayor of Royal Oak, to name a street Glenn Frey Drive
NEW MORNING SHOW ON KSBJ FM On July 8, 1982 Contemporary Christian music KSBJ FM (89.3) in north Houston, TX suburb Humble goes on the air. In 1986, I am a DJ on KSBJ FM. Presently, our friend Bill Ingram does morning and afternoon traffic reports. KSBJ FM call letters stand for Something Better: Jesus. On Monday, February 1, 2016 KSBJ FM announces a new Morning Show with Rachelle & Carder. Rachelle Reneé moves from KSBJ FM’s afternoon show. Carder Price signs on from sister station, NGEN.
TRIVIA QUESTION: What U.S. President signs the FCC into law? The answer appears below.
MOVERS AND SHAKERS
•HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Terry Apodaca February 3rd. Jay Walker Wednesday, February 10, 2016. •MAC DANIELSCumulus Media transfers from PD post on KSJO FM (Nash FM 92.3) San Jose, CA to PD of Country duo KSCS FM (96.3) and KPLX FM (The Wolf 99.5) Dallas, TX. •TOWNSQUARE MEDIA flips Hot AC WBXX FM (Mix 104.9) Battle Creek, MI to Alternative WBXX FM (The Edge 104.9) on Friday, January 29, 2016. •JOHN SHOMBY is new Director of Programming for the NASH Network in Nashville, TN.
ENTERTAINMENT AND NEWS MILESTONES
•1958 FRENCH planes bomb Sakiet Tunisia on February 8th, 75 die. •1967 LORETTA LYNN’s first #1 Billboard Country is Don’t Come Home A’Drinkin’ on February 11th. In 1969 Loretta is a surprise guest on my PM Drive KBUC FM program. •1974 GOOD Times debuts on CBS TV on February 8th. •1984 MERLE HAGGARD’s That’s The Way Love Goes gains #1 in Billboard Country on February 11th. •1992 ULYSSESspacecraft passes Jupiter on February 8th. •2002 JO DEE MESSINA’s Burn is her 2nd Platinum album on February 8th.
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DAVE MICHAELS [former WSAI-1360/KONO-860/KBUC FM] (Dayton-Huber Heights, OH) Subject: Wolf Chili. I have tasted that brand of Chili from Kroger’s. it was OK I make my own Chili. when I lived in San Antone I went to the Chili Cook-Offs in the summer time ( I was a judge while at KBUC ) me, Tom Allison, Tom East, Don White, Bubba Redding…back in 1980-81. So I tasted many good Chilis’ – some hot some not too much. No Beans in Texas chili – you know, and if you’re going to play in Texas you gotta have a fiddle in the band. Ha ha – Good Memories. Then I went across the street to KONO. Dave
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JIM (Catfish) PREWITT [ex KLIF-1190] (Bedford-Dallas, TX) Hey bud, you can print this if you want. I am totally stunned by the passing of my dear friend and colleague Bob Schuman. We worked together at KLIF (1190) back in the 70s. One of the most talented newscasters the radio industry has seen in a long time. He will be missed! Condolences and prayers to his wife of over 45 years and family. RIP my friend. I will miss you. Jim Prewitt (catfish) Bedford, TX=
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BOB GRANT [Robert Hanger – East Coast radio icon] (San Angelo-Abilene, TX) Subject: obits. Jim: You definitely need to write a book. If the other DJs can do it, so can you. Just autograph my copy when I am first in line! BTW, you must change coffee stops; my “Senior” Coffee here costs 45-cents! BOB & Sonny Lee.
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JIM BELL [KUHF FM 88.7 Morning Edition anchor since 1997-retires 2010] (Lufkin TX) Subject: Bob Presley. I’m really saddened to learn of Bob Presley’s passing. Yes he is best remembered for his years at KILT, but he was also at KPRC Radio for a few years in the late 60s and early 70s. He was there when I went to work there in 1969 when it was on S. Post Oak, and he made the move to KPRC’s fancy new studios on the SW Fwy in 1972. He left sometime around 1974, and I don’t know why he left, but I’m guessing it was to go back to KILT as sales manager. He did one of the midday shifts as I recall, and he really was one of the nicest and most amiable people I ever met in my 45 years in the radio biz. Jim Bell Lufkin TX
TRIVIA ANSWER: On February 3, 1927 U.S. President Calvin Coolidge signs the FCC into law known then as Federal Radio Commission.
JOE FORD [KLDE FM, KNUZ-1230, KILT-610] (Spring-Houston, TX) Subject: Bob Presley. RIP, Bob. What a great guy and a superb jock. When I first came to Houston, I marveled at the smooth presentation of the guy on KILT from Noon-3 everyday. The guy was Bob Presley. Truly one of the folks that made KILT a powerhouse. I had the pleasure of working with him during my time at KILT (1976-1980) and was impressed with his humble attitude and amazing work ethic. Joe Ford KNUZ, KILT, KIKK, KENR, KRBE, KFMK, KLDE Tx Radio Hall Of Fame-2003
LIZ PATRANELLA [Liz Houston – KTSA-550, KBAT-680] (Austin, TX) Subject: Save The Date – April Luncheon. Please make a note on your calendars. Next luncheon and gathering of the Society of San Antonio Radio Broadcasters will be: Friday, April 15, Noon Chester’s Hamburgers Loop 410 Save The Date! More info to follow. Liz
DOUGLAS ADAMS (March 11, 1952 to May 11, 2001) When people you greatly admire appear to be thinking deep thoughts, they probably are thinking about lunch.
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