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Clear Channel flips Rhythmic CHR KIKI-FM (Hot 93.9)/Honolulu to Rhythmic Gen X (with Hawaiian influences) as "93.9 Jamz, Your Generation's Old Skool" under PD Ryan Sean. "Hot 93.9" will still be available on co-owned KIKI's HD2 multicast channel under new calls KHJZ-FM. Sister KHBZ-AM will assume the heritage calls KIKI-AM.

"We're excited to unveil a new era for 93.9 today," said Clear Channel/Hawaii VP/GM Chuck Cotton said. "Radio listeners in Hawaii now have a new choice on the airwaves, something unlike any other station they've heard in the market."

CC/Hawaii Director of Programming Jamie Hyatt said the new format would "feature the old school music Generation X grew up with, and certainly not their mom's old school tunes." (09-02-10)

Justin Chase (near right) is appointed OM of Beasley Broadcast Group's recent acquisitions Alternative KVGS-FM and Rhythmic AC KOAS-FM (The Oasis)/Las Vegas He replaces former OM Carmy Ferreri, who exits. Concurrently, radio vet Sean Lynch comes on board as Program Director of KOAS and KVGS.

Chase joined Beasley in 2009 and is currently PD of co-owned KKLZ-FM and KCYE-FM (The Coyote 102.7). He arrived in Las Vegas in 2000 as Program Director of KMXB-FM and a few years later took over the programming duties of Las Vegas Variety Hits outlet.

Former Beasley/Las Vegas PD Sean Lynch will be working alongside Chase. Lynch joined Beasley/Las Vegas in 2008 and helped to launch of KKLZ-FM before leaving to consult various entertainment companies. His resume also includes programming positions in Seattle, Portland, Sacramento, Honolulu and Las Vegas, in addition to on-air stints in New York City and Los Angeles.

Market Manager Tom Humm, who assumes additional management responsibilities for the two stations, commented, "I have worked closely with both Justin and Sean for many years. They are incredibly talented, dedicated and driven to providing the best possible radio products for Las Vegas listeners and advertisers. All five stations remain committed to providing meaningful community service and compelling content to Las Vegas in the months and years ahead."

Before becoming OM, Ferreri served as morning co-host for KOAS. Previously, he was OM of Results Radio's 5-station cluster in Redding, CA, and PD of Hot AC KESR-FM (Star 107.1). Prior to his move to Las Vegas, Ferreri was OM for Citadel/Reno, NV. (09-02-10)

Dial Global signs with the Armed Forces Radio Network (AFRN) to populate a new format for AFRN called "PowerTalk." The new offering with feature DG talk personalities Neal Boortz, Ed Schultz, Bill Press, Thom Hartmann and Stephanie Miller. The launch of the new Talk format is expected in mid/late October.

"PowerTalk will feature the very best of American talk talent," said DG Senior VP/News & Talk Amy Bolton. "We're thrilled that Neal, Ed, Bill, Thom and Stephanie will entertain our service men and women overseas and serve as a shining example worldwide of how diverging views can co-exist in a democracy such as ours." (09-02-10)

Clear Channel is powering up and revamping WADV as the official radio station for Advertising Week, 2010. The station is available via iheartradio mobile app. WADV will focus on all things advertising and will feature interviews with industry and marketing leaders interspersed with news reports on conference content. The revamped format features roving on-site reporters with coverage of headlining events and panels.

Advertising Week 2010 will begin on Wednesday, September 22 and run through October 4. Highlights can be heard on select Clear Channel Radio News/Talk stations and on the web at advertisingweek.com/wadv.php. (09-02-10)

Greater Media/Philadelphia inks a year-long agreement with Xfinity Studios, only from Comcast, as the official broadcast studio sponsor of 97.5 FM and 950 WPEN. "The Fanatic Broadcasting Live," was officially launched Thursday by afternoon host Mike Missanelli. The naming rights will be in effect for a one year period.

The deal will include full studio naming rights program, including Interactive, streaming, on-air giveaways and listener sit-in program elements. In addition, the station will have an official "Xfinity" chair located in the studio, which professional players coaches, and other timely guests will be able to sign when they stop by the Fanatic. At the end of the one-year program, the station will auction off the chair and give 100% of the proceeds to charity.

"Comcast was looking for an innovative communications technology platform to highlight the additional choice and control Xfinity delivers to consumers," said Greater Media Philadelphia DOS Matt Cowper. "Partnering with Philly's First FM Sports Station, WPEN/97.5 The Fanatic, gives XFinity the opportunity to reach consumers in a new, unique, engaging and innovative way. The partnership highlights the benefits of both brands giving Philadelphia consumers a new choice for sports and entertainment." (09-02-10)

Cumulus Media names longtime broadcast media talent Carey Edwards as Program Director of 100kw CHR powerhouse WHHY-FM (Y102)/Montgomery, AL. Edwards, who will additionally handle morning drive, replaces Jeff Andrews, who has accepted an opportunity to travel north to program Cumulus-owned i106 in Nashville.

Edwards, formerly afternoon co-host, Music Director and Assistant Program Director of Entercom's Hot AC KAMX-FM (Mix 94.7)/Austin, has had previous successful stops as PD at KZPT-FM/Tucson, afternoons at KHPT-FM/Houston, plus KZZP and KZON Phoenix.

"After a long series of positive conversations with Senior VP Jan Jeffries, I am energized with the concept of continuing the winning tradition at WHHY. Much thanks to Market Manager, Bill Jones and PD Jeff Andrews for getting me pumped up for this great gig! After hearing Jan's vision of my role with Y102 I knew that I wanted to be with Cumulus." (09-02-10)

Country WQYK-FM/Tampa signs popular stand-up comedian Cledus T. Judd to a multi-year deal to co-host mornings, beginning September 3. He joins current morning host Dave McKay from 5-10am. Judd returns to host the WQYK morning show after a two-year absence. He is best known for his country music parody work, including "I Love NASCAR," "I Love This Bar" and "Paycheck Woman."

Most recently, Judd co-hosted "Nashville Star" and is a regular co-host for CMT's "Most Wanted Live." (09-02-10)

Clear Channel names Christian CHR KFMK-FM (105.9 The River)/Austin Program Director Gary Walsh as interim PD of co-owned Country duo KASE-FM and KVET-FM. He succeeds Mac Daniels, who left the group on Wednesday. Walsh will continue as PD and morning talent of KFMK, which is in the process of being transferred to Crista Broadcasting by Aloha Station Trust. (09-02-10)

Citadel Country WKDF-FM/Nashville and WGKX-FM/Memphis PD Dave Kelly adds programming duties at co-owned Country KSCS-FM/Dallas replacing Chris Huff. He will continue as PD in both Nashville and Memphis, while working with Huff, who remains for a significant role with the station.

Kelly joined Citadel as PD of WKDF in May, 2001 and was promoted to OM in June, 2002. Previously, he programmed crosstown WSIX-FM from 1995-2000. (09-02-10)

20-year industry vet Deon Levingston, VP/GM of ICBC Broadcast Holdings, is appointed to the NAB Radio Board of Directors. Levingston will represent District 1 (New York and New Jersey) NAB radio members. Levingston currently oversees WBLS-FM and WLIB-AM/New York.

Prior to joining ICBC Broadcast Holdings, Levingston served as Market Manager for Radio One's five Indianapolis stations. He's currently on the Arbitron Advisory Council and also serves on several boards and committees of area charities and non-profit organizations, icluding the New York State Broadcasters. (09-02-10)

Clear Channel ups Joe Haze to Program Director of KHTS-FM (Channel 933)/San Diego. He replaces Jimmy Steele who is now the cluster's OM. During his thirteen years with the CHR outlet, he served as a night talent and Music Director. He's also an air talent at co-owned Hot AC KMYI-FM (Star 94.1).

In announcing Haze's appointment Steele said, "I am pleased to announce the promotion of our own 'Haze' to Program Director of Channel 933. His passion for the station, level of experience and knowledge of the San Diego market, along with the respect of his peers make him the right choice to lead our programming efforts and continue to grow the Channel 933 brand."

Haze added, "This promotion is truly a dream come true for me. I have so much respect for the staff of Channel 933 and I look forward to working with this talented team to take the station to the next level of success." (09-01-10)

WLS-AM/Chicago elevates Assistant PD Tracy Slutzkin to Program Director working with Drew Hayes, who continues as the Talk outlet's Operations Manager. Slutzkin previously served as producer for Don Wade & Roma's morning program until joining WFLD-TV (Fox)/Chicago as an editor and producer. She returned to the Citadel station in October, 2006.

"Tracy has been an absolutely essential contributor to the strategy that has lead to the extraordinary revitalization WLS has enjoyed since the beginning of this year," said WLS President/GM Michael Damsky in a memo obtained by RADIO ONLINE. "She provides a perspective and viewpoint which Drew and I consistently rely on for making critical decisions." (09-01-10)

The St. Louis Cardinals are returning to CBS Radio's 50kw KMOX-AM/St. Louis five years after CBS and Cardinals ended their 51-year relationship that saw the MLB team move to crosstown rival KTRS-AM. The Cardinals return should satisfy listeners that had difficulty receiving the games. KMOX's booming 50,000-watt signal at night reaches more than 40 states and parts of Canada..

Under the terms of the deal, the Cardinals will continue to produce the game broadcasts and veteran announcers Mike Shannon and John Rooney will continue to handle the play-by-play coverage. The Cardinals will also continue selling the advertising. KMOX will carry all 162 regular-season games, some 18 spring training games, all post-season broadcasts and a variety of other Cardinals-related programming.

"We are very pleased that starting in 2011, Cardinals baseball will be back on KMOX, which was home to Cardinals baseball for 52 years," said Cardinals Chairman/general partner Bill DeWitt Jr. "KMOX is a market leader, with a rich tradition of covering the Cardinals and the ability to reach the largest number of fans in the St. Louis region and beyond."

Cardinals President Bill DeWitt III added, "KTRS has been a great partner and we are grateful for everything they have done over the last five years. While we explored our options, the case for going back to KMOX was very compelling." (09-01-10)

Media Monitors has released the advertising totals for political advertising on the radio, broadcast TV and local cable outlets that the monitoring firm tracks. Number one on the list is "Public Notice - Bankrupting America" from the political action group started by Gretchen Hamel that runs a web site called BankruptingAmerica.org.

Taking the number two slot is Meg Whitman for governor of California. Coming in at number three is the NAB's campaign against local performance royalties for free airplay followed by Rick Scott for governor and API, which is against new energy taxes.

Media Monitors says it will follow all of the major races for U.S. senate, state governorships and the political action committees and organizations buying advertising in this category. (09-01-10)

Clear Channel/Austin Regional VP/Programming Mac Daniels is out. The 35-year industry vet joined the Austin Group in April, 2005, and oversaw the programming of CC's South/Central Texas Trading Area. He also handled the day-to-day programming of Country KASE-FM and KVET-FM.

Previously, Daniels served as PD for WYCD-FM (Country 99.5)/Detroit until August, 2004. Before that he programmed of WMZQ-FM/Washington, DC. (09-01-10)

Talk Stream Live, a directory of Internet talk radio, has released its TSL Top 25 Talk Radio Report. Premiere-syndicated Rush Limbaugh tops the chart with a 12.1 share followed by Glenn Beck at 10.4 for the number two rank as Laura Ingraham follows at number three with a 9.3 share. Michael Savage (8.3) and Tammy Bruce (8.0) complete the top five at slots four and five, respectively.

TSL says there's no real movement to speak of for the rest of the pack. Here's the top 25:

1. Rush Limbaugh, 12.1
2. Glenn Beck, 10.4
3. Laura Ingraham, 9.3
4. Michael Savage 8.3
5. Tammy Bruce, 8.0
6. Mark Levin 4.1
7. Sean Hannity 3.5
8. George Noory 3.1
9. Bill Bennett 2.1
10. Dennis Miller 1.8
11. Dr. Laura, 1.5
12. Neal Boortz, 1.5
13. Michael Medved 1.4
14. Jerry Doyle, 1.4
15. Monica Crowley 1.3
16. John Batchelor, 1.2
17. Dennis Prager, 1.0
18. Rayelan Allan, 1.0
19. Hugh Hewitt, 0.9
20. John Gibson, 0.9
21. Rusty Humphries 0.8
22. Francis Steffan, 0.7
23. Roger Hedgecock, 0.7
24. Alex Jones, 0.6 }
25. Quinn and Rose, 0.6

Citadel's KGO-AM/San Francisco unveiled a new generation of its News/Talk format Monday that is heavy on traffic and de-emphasizes weather and sports, reports Rich Lieberman 415 Media. KGO is now branding as "First Traffic" and is airing "Traffic on the 5's" with extended coverage and a more updates around traffic.

Lieberman says anchors Ed Baxter and Jennifer Jones-Lee are still at the helm with Rich Walcoff handling the sports and veteran Stan Burford at the traffic desk. (09-01-10)

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