Dave & Mahoney Morning Show Joins Charleston’s 98 Rock
98 Rock (WYBB-FM Charleston, SC) added The Dave and Mahoney Morning Show effective Monday, June 24. In a press release, host and Executive Producer Dave Farra commented, “What an incredible honor it is to bring our show to 98 Rock and LM Communications. I regularly tell people that Charleston is one of my favorite cities in the world. I grew up going to Charleston at every opportunity to enjoy the concerts at the Music Farm, the restaurants of King Street, taking the Shem Creek out for deep sea fishing with my Dad and brothers, and a round of golf with
Week of 06/17/24
Happy birthday wishes to Matt Pike (33 & West), David Bendeth (producer), Ula Gehret (Clandestine Music) (June 17); Brian Venable (Lucero), Clay Busch (SIX18 Media), Jason Parent (Sound Talent Group), Eva Maria Alexiou-Reo (Fata Booking), Myk Rudnick (Manic Merchandise) (June 18); Eleanor Goodman (Metal Hammer) (June 19); Dennis Merrick (Earth Crisis), Daniel McBride (Sumerian Records), Chris Dudley (Underoath) (June 20), Philipp Schulte (Century Media) (June 21); Theo Beidler (Red Light Management), Natalie Bisignano (Journeys), Jered Martin (photographer), Joe Nelson (Trust Records), Michael Mazur (Mazur PR) (June 22); Scott Uchida (photographer), Laurens Kusters (I Scream Records), Nathan Carson (Nanotear Booking), Jake
In Conversation with MYLES KENNEDY
Myles Kennedy is thoughtful, earnest, and boundlessly talented. Slash loved his voice and personality so much that he renamed his solo band Slash Featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators. He’s made seven albums as frontman for Alter Bridge, auditioned for the band that became Velvet Revolver, sang for Guns N’ Roses at their Rock Hall Of Fame induction ceremony, and nearly replaced Robert Plant in a reconstituted Led Zeppelin. I first met the Spokane, Washington native as he prepared to release his debut solo album, 2018’s Year of the Tiger. I was mesmerized by his performance at the Musicians Institute
Veteran Rock Radio Voice Joe Kelly Passed Away
Joe Kelly, hailed as "the go-to" rock voiceover talent since the 1980s, passed away at the age of 82. At one time, Kelly was the voice of ABC-TV, Radio City Music Hall, United Airlines, and stations like KLOS/Los Angeles, WNEW-FM/New York, WLUP/Chicago, and others. Kelly was also the tour voice for the Rolling Stones, The Who, Bob Seger, Rush, ZZ Top, and many more. Kelly’s son Harley posted a message to Facebook: “I have truly become a better man because of everything that I have learned from Dad over the years, and his soon-to-be grandson will know how amazing his
Week of 06/10/24
Happy birthday wishes to Blaze James (Roc Nation) (June 10); Chris Roetter (Like Moths to Flames) (June 11); Alex Vilkas (ASCAP), Mike Orrigo (Ibanez Guitars), Lisa Worden (Alt 98.7 iHeartRadio) (June 13); Kyle Frey (MNRK), John Shearer (photographer), Will Stevenson (Iconic Ticketing), Steve Brown (War Of Ages) (June 14); Mackenzie Hall (Warner Records), John Davis (Davis Artist Management), Riki Rachtman (June 15); Brittanie Delava (Goldenvoice/AEG), Jason Hradil (BMG) (June 16).
Paul Marshall Named 98 Rock Morning Drive Host In Sacramento
Audacy welcomes Paul Marshall as the morning drive host of 98 Rock (KRXQ-FM) in Sacramento. “The Paul Marshall Show” will air on weekdays from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. PT beginning June 24. “We are excited to welcome Paul Marshall back to 98 Rock,” said Stacey Kauffman, Regional Vice President, Audacy Sacramento, in a press release. “His deep connection to the Sacramento community and his previous success at our station will make him a welcomed addition to our weekday lineup. We look forward to seeing the energy and enthusiasm he will bring to our listeners once again.” “I am humbled
Beasley Detroit Makes Jade Springart Director of Rock Programming
Jade Springart, PD of Beasley Active Rock 101 WRIF/Detroit, has been promoted to Director of Rock Programming, adding Classic Rock 94.7 WCSX to her duties. Springart has been with WRIF for the past 17 years, starting as a promotions intern and working her way up to APD, MD, and midday host before being named Program Director in August 2021.
LESLIE TUCKER Named KQRA Q102 / KKLH 104.7 The Cave APD
#HAPPENS pal Leslie Tucker is now APD at KQRA Q102 / KKLH 104.7 The Cave, where she's been an on-air host since 2017. "Jumping into the deep end of the APD pool with no floaties yelling 'YOLO!'" she told us. "I'm super excited about my new role. I'm ready to learn more about the industry and ready to do more!" Leslie continues as on-air host in addition to her duties as APD. Springfield, Missouri's "only pure Classic Rock" station, The Cave, and the Active Rock formatted QRA Q102.1 are both owned by the Madison, Wisconsin-based Mid-West Family Broadcasting. Learn more
