Mike Shepard on Dave Mason

By Joe Nelson
A letter from BCA's Mike Shepard on Dave Mason:

It is with very mixed emotions that I (Mike Shepard Programming / Operations Manager) announce the departure of Dave Mason from The Walrus.
 
Dave has been with the station for over five years as both morning and midday host and  Program Director.
 
He’s one of our most recognized and beloved personalities, and it’s hard to think of The Walrus without Dave.
 
Dave has been an integral part of our community as well, playing  key roles with the San Diego Humane Society, KPBS Television, Children’s Hospital and the annual Teddy Bear Drive.
 
He’s a very special, one-of-a-kind person. And we are going to miss him dearly.
 
On the other hand, all of us here at The Walrus are proud and delighted  for Dave as he turns the page to an exciting new chapter of his career.
 
Beginning September 19th, Dave Mason will join K-EARTH in Los Angeles as Assistant Program Director and deejay.
 
This is a once in a lifetime opportunity for Dave and his family and while we are very sad to see him go, we understand what this means to him professionally and personally.
 
So, please join me in wishing Dave nothing but the best in his new position. We’ll announce a new midday host soon, but we’ll never replace Dave Mason.
 
Congratulations Dave!!

We’re gonna miss you.

~ Your buddies at 105.7 The Walrus

Hacksaw Shares a Few Words With SanDiegoRadio

By Joe Nelson
   SanDiegoRadio caught up with Lee 'Hacksaw' Hamilton today and he shared a few thoughts on his direction now that J.D. Hayworth has moved on.

JN: Saw, what are your thoughts on J.D.?
LH: "Liked him, Got along well with him. He is heading back to political talk shows, where he is really good."

JN: What is the future for your morning show?
LH: "Stay tuned for something unique effective........., I would assume. All I want to do is win, and we will."

*Editor's note: Lee left the date above blank, but sources say look for Sept. 3 for re-start.

Hayworth Departs 1090

ALL ACCESS has confirmed that BCA Sports XEPRS-A (THE MIGHTY 1090)/SAN DIEGO morning co-host J.D. HAYWORTH has exited the station.  HAYWORTH, the former Congressman and CLEAR CHANNEL Talk KFYI-A/PHOENIX host, joined up with LEE "HACKSAW" HAMILTON earlier this year for mornings.

With HAYWORTH's exit, mornings will continue to be hosted by HAMILTON with a rotating group of local and national sports personalities, including players, columnists, and analysts, as "HACKSAW AND COMPANY."  The new version will launch on TUESDAY (9/3).

Kelly Cole - August 2013 Spotlight

By Joe Nelson
   The August 2013 SanDiegoRadio Spotlight features KPRI's Kelly Cole.

 Kelly, thanks for taking your time for the SanDiegoRadio Spotlight!

Joe Nelson:What is your current position/title? 

Kelly Cole: I am the Host of Lites-Out on 102.1 KPRI Sunday evenings at 7.  It features 2 hours of Contemporary Jazz, Soulful Vocals, Blues and Fusion. 

JN: What are your favorite parts of the job?  

KC: I love it all but it really feels good to share all these amazing artists that have such great music and talents and are not being shared on traditional radio any more.

JN: Who are your all time favorite musical artists? 

KC: That is pretty impossible to say because there are so many but from my youth I was exposed to Hoytt Axton and Johnny Cash and they will always be in my heart.  James Taylor, Steely Dan, Eric Clapton, Pink Floyd,  Tom Petty, Areosmith, Ten Years After, Foghat and Bad Co, got me through High School.  Then I spent a year and ½ of weekends spinning 45s at KAMP El Centro and feel in love with the hits of the 60s, 70s and 80s.  Then I was lucky enough to get a gig with Bob O’Connor and Art Good when Lites-Out was getting started and found Fusion and Jazz.  Grover, Jeff Lorber Fusion, Dave Grusin, Lee Ritenour, Special EFX,  George Benson, Bobby Caldwell, Al Jarreau, Michael Franks, David Sanborn, Bob James, Jean Luc-Ponty, Phil Upchurch, Peter White, Dave Koz, Richard Elliot, Rick Braun….  I spent hours as a board op playing their music on LP, reading their album covers and listening to Art tell his stories.  I was also excited by Bonnie Raitt,  Basia, Sade, Annie Lennox, Nancy Wilson, Holly Cole, Diana Krall, Mindi Abair, Keiko Matsui and all the empowered ladies.  I am sorry but I just can’t name a few, they all made me feel something special.     

JN: And your current favorite?  

KC: Right now I am digging Mayer Hawthorne, The Gaddabouts, Spencer Day, the Summer Horns, Keiko Matsui, Jake Shimabukuro, and on top right now has to be Trombone Shorty and Booker T.

JN: Tell me about your personal side. 

KC: I am married to Big Mike who also is my producer, we have three kids, Nicole, Nikki and Kris.  4 Grandmonsters Stevie, Sammy, Charlotte and Kylie.

JN: What are your favorite restaurants? 

KC: PF Changs, Anthony’s, Phil’s, La Palapa Lakeside, Valley View Buffet and The Kona Kai.

JN: What are your movie interests? 

KC: Not really a big movie person, I would rather see live music, anywhere any time.

JN: Do you have any hobbies? 

KC: Love to garden and I do some canning, swim, walk and live music. 

JN: What are your favorite parts of the city? 

KC: OB/Sunset Cliffs, Shelter Island, Julian, Campo and Old Mission Dam.

JN: Is there anything else you'd like to share? 

KC: I am a third generation native San Diegan.

FML Summer

By Joe Nelson

FML (Free Music for Listeners) Summer Continues on FM 94/9

San Diego, CA – Monday, August, 2013 - FM 94/9 is proud to announce the success of FML Summer, which kicked off Monday, August 12!

  

Listeners have 7 chances a day to win FREE music like concert tickets (including front row tickets), meet & greets with their favorite bands, signed merchandise, free music downloads, CDs, and so much more! Giveaways are weekdays at 7:15am, 8:45am,10:45am, 1:45pm, 3:45pm, 5:45pm and 7:15pm on air, plus at every FM 94/9 event and on social media, it's FML! 

This week, FM 94/9 will do ALL Indie Jam tickets during FML. Again, that's 7 chances a day to WIN! 

For info and details go to 

http://www.fm949sd.com

http://www.fm949sd.com/fmlsummer/

http://www.fm949sd.com/concerts/Details.aspx?ConcertID=183355http://www.fm949sd.com/concerts/Details.aspx?ConcertID=183355

KGB Sky Show 38

By Joe Nelson

San Diego, Ca. – August 26, 2013 – 101.5 KGB FM, San Diego’s legendary Classic Rock station, announced the return of its annual Sky Show event.  The 38^th Annual KGB Sky Show will take place on Saturday, August 31, 2013 at Qualcomm Stadium following the San Diego State Aztec football game against the Eastern Illinois Panthers.  Game time is set for 5:00 p.m.  The public is invited to join 101.5 KGB FM before the Aztec game in Section F1 of Qualcomm Stadium for a pre-Sky Show live broadcast from 2-5:00 p.m.

Each year, KGB develops a new show theme and works with the Fireworks by Pyro Spectaculars by Souza production team to choreograph a musical soundtrack and pyrotechnic display that brings the theme to life. Months of preparation culminate at the event with more than 60 pyro-technicians working with ten computers to discharge more than 5,000 shells set up in numerous locations throughout the stadium, including: 31 parking lot locations, 16 playing field locations and atop the light board.  The KGB Sky Show is also synchronized to a custom soundtrack that can be heard in the stadium, on-air at 101.5 FM and online at 101kgb.com. The 38^th Annual KGB Sky Show is presented by Sycuan Casino, sponsored by El Cajon Ford and San Diego Subway Restaurants.

"The show is billed as 'The Biggest Fireworks Show West of the Mississippi,' and leaves the audience in awe," said Melissa Forrest, Market President, Clear Channel Media and Entertainment San Diego.  "This massive fireworks show is a tremendous undertaking and what  is even more impressive is that the entire show is synchronized to music on 101.5 FM."

Event photos attached and video reel is available at: https://www.dropbox.com/s/kji7dpvcezzl6kg/Sky%20Show%20b-roll%202013_1080p.mp4

Fans can listen to KGB-FM at 101.5 FM, from the station’s website at www.101kgb.com, as well as on iHeartRadio.com, Clear Channel's all-in-one digital radio service.  iHeartRadio delivers everything listeners want in one free, fully-integrated service: instant access to more than 1,500 of the nation's most popular live broadcast and digital-only radio stations from 150 cities, plus user-created custom stations inspired by favorite artists and songs.  iHeartRadio also offers listeners a "Perfect For" feature which allows users to choose from thousands of curated stations based on a range of moods and activities.  New -  iHeartRadio Talk feature (now in beta) offers on-demand listener-created talk content alongside popular news, celebrity and entertainment “audiosodes.” iHeartRadio Talk also features “Daily Pulse,” a customizable Talk channel featuring the most up-to-date news and culture highlights, to which users can add or remove content that is most important to them.

Wedding Bells for Morning Show Host

By Joe Nelson
   A BIG SanDiegoRadio congratulations to Star 94.1 morning show host Jesse Lozano!

   Jesse announced this morning his pending nuptials. SanDiegoRadio wishes all the best for you and Natalie!

Thanks for tuning in.
-Joe

Marilyn Hyder's Radio Reunion

By Joe Nelson
   Just a friendly reminder that Marilyn Hyder's annual Radio Reunion is NEXT Friday, September 6th at 5PM.

   Once again, it will be held at Randy Jones All American Sports Grill in Hazard Center.
   If you have not received an invite, don't fret. Just message me on Facebook or email me and I will send one to you. This event is open to current and former members of the media.
   See you there!

-Joe

Alpine Radio Station to Cover Prep Football

By Joe Nelson

Alpine’s community radio station “107.9 – The Mountain” will be broadcasting an entire season of East County high school football beginning with El Capitan hosting Peace River of Alberta, Canada at 7 p.m. Friday, August 29.

“We are gratified to have this opportunity to connect with the East County through our coverage of high school football,” said Chris Torrick, station manager. “Our commitment is to serve our area in the best way possible and we believe that prep football is an event that helps bring communities together on Friday nights.”

Prep football coverage on 107.9 The Mountain will begin on Tuesdays each week when various local coaches, sportswriters and other personalities will be featured from 6 to 7 p.m. on “Dolan’s Dugout.” The station is focusing primarily on the following four schools due to their proximity to Alpine: Christian, El Capitan, Granite Hills and Steele Canyon.

107.9 The Mountain is a non-profit community radio station which features a variety hits music format along with local talk highlighting subjects such as sports, health and wellness, comedy, local music and arts, specialty music shows and politics.

The station recently welcomed former ABC 10 San Diego News anchor Bree Walker. She is hosting a show on the last Saturday of each month which is broadcast live from the station’s Alpine studios on Arnold Way.

The station can be streamed at www.themountainfm.com/. It is also available on all smartphones and tablets with a download of the free “TuneIn Radio” application.

For more information, call (619) 445-1079 or contact chris@themountainfm.com

SanDiegoRadio - One Year Mark

By Joe Nelson
   Today marks the one year anniversary of taking over SDRadio, and eventually shifting over to SanDiegoRadio.org.

   It really is a job I enjoy and wouldn't give it up for anything! I have met some tremendous people, and done some exciting things.

   I think it's great, when my son was young, I was his little league coach every year. That was 'our thing'.

   Now that I have this, it provides a chance for my daughters to be involved, with me, doing photography at the radio events.

   I am proud to provide information to the radio community and am humbled by the trust people put into me.

   Remember, like I always say. "Let me know if you need anything, I am here for YOU!"

Thanks for tuning in!
-Joe

UT Reader's Poll - Favorite Radio Personality

By Joe Nelson

 The UT Reader's Poll was released and congrats to KyXy's Jeff & Jer Showgram for winning the 'Local Radio Personality' in the San Diego Favorites category.

Check out the other categories HERE

SanDiegoRadio Job Board

By Joe Nelson

Broadcast Company of the Americas, The Mighty 1090 AM, 105.7 The Walrus FM, and ESPN Radio 1700 AM stations are currently recruiting college students for Fall 2013 internships.  These internships are unpaid and are open to college students attending an accredited college or university on a for college credit basis only.

The goal of our internship program is to teach our student interns as much about the radio broadcasting industry as possible.  Interns will assist on air programming staff, board operators, and producers researching, cutting sound, preparing for guests, and answering listener phone calls.  Additionally interns will assist our promotions departments with set up and break-down of remote broadcasts, events, and interacting with the listeners. 

 

The internship may last up to 2 semesters, depending on performance, and attendance. The student must be enrolled in an internship or work experience class in a related field (communications, journalism, radio/tv, mass media, etc.). 

 

Qualified candidates must be well spoken, detail oriented, hard working, proactive, outgoing and personable, with excellent follow through skills, exceptional organizational skills and the ability to work in a fast paced ever-changing environment.

 

Interns may work 10-20 hours per week, depending on the number of units of the internship class.

We encourage all students to complete the online application and send it in along with a resume, and cover letter to cmurray@bcaradio.com katie@bcaradio.com.  Our online application can be found at our various websites, www.themighty1090.com,  or www.walrusfm.com.

Pala Pow Wow

By Joe Nelson

The 6^th Annual Honoring Traditions Powwow takes place this Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 23-25 on the Pala Reservation.  Rez Radio 91.3 will pre-empt regular programming to carry the event live all three days.  Eight top drum groups from reservations all across North America will be providing the live sound track for the Grand Entry and all dancing competitions.  For the first time, the drum groups will also be competing against each other for prizes to be awarded Sunday.

Everyone is welcome to attend.  There is no charge for admission or parking.  The powwow is east of I-15 and west of Pala Casino off Highway 76.  Just follow the signs.  There’ll be lots of food and native crafts vendors.  If you can’t attend, listen to the drums on Rez Radio.  Our tentative broadcast schedule includes Friday from the first Grand Entry at about 6p until 9p.  Saturday’s coverage begins at noon and continues until dinner break. Sunday, the powwow coverage begins at noon right after Brunch With Bob and Friends and continues until the awards are announced around 5 or 6.  We’ll also be posting photos and movies from the powwow to www.Facebook.com/RezRadio all weekend.

Pala Rez Radio is owned and operated by the Pala Band of Mission Indians.  Rez Radio is a class A FM station operating at 91.3 Mhz, as licensed by the FCC to the community of Pala, CA.  Rez Radio operates 24 hours a day with a daily weekday block of news, talk and public affairs from 9a to 1:30p, including the award-winning “Pala Today” at noon.  All other hours feature a music mix of rock, country, reggae, soul, native, blues and oldies.  Other daily programming includes an hour of reggae every night at 7 and complete old-time radio shows from the 1930’s-50’s every night at midnight and Sunday afternoons.  Volunteer programmers host various music and entertainment shows.   Rez Radio is proud to be the home of “Brunch With Bob and Friends” with Tommy Hough every Sunday from 9 to noon.  Rez Radio also airs programming from the Native Voice 1 and Pacifica networks.

A complete list of all programming is available at www.PalaTribe.com/pala-radio and a free subscription to the daily e-mail update from Pala Today is available by request at 91.3@palatribe.com

24/7 live streaming of Rez Radio 91.3 is available on iHeartRadio and TuneIn.com or at our direct link, http://208.70.75.109:8080/stream.m3u

contact:  John Fox, station manager  760 742 4200  jfox@palatribe.com

Congrats to the Ramos Family!

By Joe Nelson
   Energy 103.7's Hula Ramos and his wife Yoli are expecting another child!

    The Ramos family (including big sister Lilyana) is excited, as evidenced by their comments on the Energy page:

We are all very excited and this time around we feel like we can enjoy the pregnancy more. I know that might not sound right because we loved every minute that we were pregnant with Lilyana but when you are experiencing pregnancy for the first time, there is so much you are worried about, so much going on, and so many new things happening that you sort-of forget to “enjoy the pregnancy”. We both feel that since we have gone through pregnancy once, we can relax a bit more(to some extent).

Now for all of you math majors, you may realize that we are sharing our pregnancy early this time around but for good reason. My wife Yoli is already showing and in this day and age of social media, surprises can end up becoming ruined. There are people at my wife’s work who are suspecting something and talking about it! We figured we might as well let the “cat out of the bag” now, so we can do it our way versus letting someone else spoil our great news.

 Congratulations! You can read more HERE

-Joe

ADULT CONTEMPORARY 'EASY 98.1 FM' DEBUTS IN SAN DIEGO

By Joe Nelson

For Immediate Release:

San Diego, CA – Lincoln Financial Media announced today the launch of 'Easy 98.1 FM' in San Diego. The new adult contemporary station will feature easy hits from the 1970s to the new millennium.

"We certainly believe San Diego is ready for a full-fledged adult contemporary station," said Rick Jackson, Sr. VP/General Manager of LFM/San Diego. "Some of the music you'll hear hasn't been played on radio in years. Easy 98.1 FM will definitely have that 'wow' factor. We're looking forward to the fun and excitement!"

"There hasn't been a spot for relaxing, refreshing music in San Diego for a long time now," added Mike Vasquez, Easy 98.1 FM Program Director. "We will be the station you'll turn to when you're in the mood to take it easy. Our playlist features some of the biggest, easy hits from artists like Elton John, Whitney Houston, Celine Dion, Billy Joel, Air Supply, Norah Jones and Lionel Richie."

Easy 98.1 FM's on-air line-up includes: Greg Cook (5 a.m.-10 a.m.), Mike Vasquez (10 a.m.-3 p.m.), Dawne Davis (3 p.m.-8 p.m.), Maria Lopez (8 p.m.-midnight) and Kelly Danek's 'Easy Time Saver Traffic' during both the morning and afternoon commutes. Easy 98.1 FM will also begin every workday at 8:30 a.m. with over an hour of continuous music.

Listeners can also access Easy 98.1 FM at www.easy981.com.

Lots of Radio News Today

By Joe Nelson

Happy Monday, radio friends! It is a busy day in radio land...

-Smooth 98.1 is now Easy 98.1 (Incorporating more music from the 70's)

-Program Director Mike O'Reilly fills in for absent Dave Rickards on JackFM

-Dave & Jeff to host a national show this Saturday for Fox Sports Radio, out of Los Angeles. 7PM-10PM.

I am receiving emails on these subjects, plus more, and you can be sure you will see it here as soon as I receive it!

-Joe

Cruise for the Cause is TODAY!

By Joe Nelson
   Today, Magic 92.5's Xavier the X-Man hosts his annual 'Cruise for the Cause' and need you there!

   Head on down to Otay Ranch Town Center and give, give, GIVE!

http://xmanshow.com/cpt_news/cancer-sucks-thats-why-i-cruise-for-the-cause/

-Joe

Radio Makes TV News Friday

By Joe Nelson
   Radio ruled the top stories on the 10 News broadcasts Friday night.

   KGTV's top story has KOGO's Chris Merrill being interviewed, as he is defending comments he made on his show regarding San Diego Mayor Bob Filner's latest sexual harassment victim who has stepped forward.

   Want to listen for yourself? Check out the KOGO Podcast page HERE

   Next we look up and see sky writing used as a message to the mayor for him to step down. This one courtesy of the Jeff & Jer show on KyXy.

 (Photo courtesy of the Jeff & Jer Facebook page)

The Jeff and Jer Showgram page can be found HERE

Tear for Taylor

By Joe Nelson

John & Tammy hosted 5 lucky listeners in the studio this morning for "Tear for Taylor".  We had a group of estheticians come in and wax various parts of John's body.  Each listener picked a body part~~and when the wax tape was pulled (to the screams of John Flint) it revealed what row tickets were won.  We gave away 5th, 4th, 3rd, 2nd and Front Row tickets.  

Jennifer Torres of Escondido (pictured) and her daughter will be sitting in the FRONT ROW tonight compliments of John & Tammy and KSON!

--
Chris Turner
Promotions & Marketing Director
KSON FM 97.3 & 92.1
San Diego's Number 1 For New Country!

SanDiegoRadio Job Board *UPDATED*

By Joe Nelson

Part Time Board Operator

BCA Radio San Diego is searching for a Part Time Board Operator for both Mighty 1090 AM & ESPN Radio 1700 AM.  The candidate will be responsible for producing live and taped broadcasts, on site, in studio and off satellite while editing audio, screening calls and other duties as assigned.  This is an entry-level part time position, and will include nights, weekends and holidays. Please send resume, cover letter and salary history for immediate consideration to hr@bcaradio.com. 

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Mid-Day On Air Personality
Assistant Program Director

BCA Radio San Diego is searching for a strong Mid-Day On Air Personality – Assistant PD for the Classic Hits station, The Walrus 105.7 FM.  Candidate must be a dynamic, energetic PPM savvy air talent.  Innovation, enthusiasm, and the ability to connect with brevity are all critical.  Essential for candidate to creatively write, produce cutting edge, top notch breakthrough imaging for station.  Minimum 3-5 years large market experience.  Work directly with Programming, Sales, and Promotions and other departments as required.  Candidate will work closely with client advertisers.  Ensure station formatics are executed properly.  Assist with creating Contest/Promotional/Imaging copy and Themed campaigns.  Maintain station music libraries and assist in music scheduling.  Assist with Perceptual & Music Test studies.  NexGen experience a must.  Resumes and MP3s demonstrating ability to make a station “sizzle” to: hr@bcaradio.com. 

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Hello

By Joe Nelson
   Just wanted to drop by and say HI. Been awful quiet on the radio-front. I am working on a few stories, plus the August SanDiegoRadio Spotlight.

   I did step away from the computer to have a great trip in Las Vegas over the weekend with my daughters, so my batteries are CHARGED!

   Let me know if you have/need anything.

-Joe

Kevin Dean & John Coleman Team Up for Lobster Contest

By Joe Nelson

   Attention, Foodies, Lobster Lovers, Extreme Eaters and anyone who would enjoy FIVE YEARS of Endless Lobster at the award winning Valley View Casino and Hotel, and Endless Lobster Buffet!

Join Kevin Dean from the KyXy Afternoon Ride, along with KUSI's John Coleman as they host "The Second Annual Maine Event" at www.valleyviewcasino.com on August 23rd. Contestants will sit down to devour a complete lobster dinner, including fresh steamed Maine Lobster, all the sides, rolls, AND dessert! First one to force down.... umm... devour the entire meal (and keep it there) wins the chance to eat free lobster buffets for 5 years at Valley View Casino and Hotel.

   Go to KyXy.com and click on the 'Contests' tab to enter, and tell KyXy why you deserve to be a contestant in The Maine Event. (Remember, you must be 21+ to enjoy the casino, hotel and restaurants). Then join Kevin Dean and John Coleman on August 23 at Valley View Casino starting at 10am to watch people claw their way to the top of the lobster feast.
   Not sure you want to pull down over 5lbs of food? Then come watch the fun because the first 100 people will receive a pair of tickets to see miXtape, the Greatest Hits of the 80's, now in its 4th year rockin' the Gaslamp Quarter, and can enter to win $1,000 in cash! There's always something fun going on at Valley View Casino and Hotel.

BYOPB (Bring Your Own Pepto Bismol)

-Joe

SanDiegoRadio Ratings Blooper

By Joe Nelson
   I posted the ratings earlier. I goofed. It's repaired.

-Joe

July 2013 Ratings

By Joe Nelson

   The following are the ratings for San Diego, July 2013: (I also included the previous month, for comparison)

-Joe

Clear Channel San Diego Names General Sales Manager

By Joe Nelson

CLEAR CHANNEL SAN DIEGO NAMES JAMES THOMAS AS NEW GENERAL SALES MANAGER

 

San Diego, Ca. – August 5, 2013 – Clear Channel Media and Entertainment San Diego, announced today that it has named James M. Thomas as General Sales Manager, effective August 5, 2013.

Thomas brings a variety of sales management experience in the digital and mobile arena to Clear Channel’s San Diego cluster of seven radio stations and associated websites. Most recently, Thomas led Town Square Media’s New Jersey and Flint, MO clusters as Sales Manager where he helped increase digital revenue by 350% in 2012. Prior to his position as Sales Manager, Thomas was also successful in increasing digital revenue for Town Square Media as Regional Director of Digital Sales and Digital Sales Manager. Thomas has also held digital sales management positions with Midwest Communications in Green Bay, WI, McVay New Media in Cleveland, OH and Regent Communications in Evansville, IN and Owensboro, KY.

“We are proud to add the depth and experience James brings to our sales management team,” said Melissa Forrest, Market President. “He will be a tremendous asset to our integrated sales efforts.”

James Thomas is a graduate of the Art Institute of Colorado where he studied Web Development and Advertising.

About Clear Channel Media and Entertainment San Diego:

Clear Channel San Diego owns and operates KGB-FM; KHTS-FM; KIOZ-FM; KLSD-AM; KMYI-FM; KOGO-AM; KSSX-FM and is part of Clear Channel Media and Entertainment. With 243 million monthly listeners in the U.S., Clear Channel Media and Entertainment has the largest reach of any radio or television outlet in America. Clear Channel Media and Entertainment serves 150 cities through 850 owned radio stations. The company’s radio stations and content can be heard on AM/FM stations, HD digital radio channels, Sirius/XM satellite, on the Internet at iHeartRadio.com and on the company’s radio station websites, on the iHeartRadio mobile application on iPads and smartphones, and used via navigation systems from TomTom, Garmin and others. The company’s operations include radio broadcasting, online and mobile services and products, syndication, music research services and independent media representation. Clear Channel Media and Entertainment is a division of CC Media Holdings, Inc. (OTCBB: CCMO), a leading global media and entertainment company. More information on the company can be found at www.clearchannel.com.

Cruise for the Cause

By Joe Nelson

Xavier the X-Man's 11th Annual Cruise for the Cause

at Otay Ranch Town Center

Chula Vista, Calif.  (August 1, 2013) -  On Saturday, August 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., MAGIC 92.5, Z90.3, Xavier The X-Man, Emilio Nares Foundation and the American Red Cross will come together for 11th annual “Xavier The X-Man’s Cruise for the Cause,” at Otay Ranch Town Center in Chula Vista, a blood and bone marrow drive to help children with cancer.

Xavier The X-Man is committed to informing the community on the importance of blood/bone marrow donation in order to help kids with cancer.  This free car show and family event will showcase over 500 of the hottest classic cars, low-riders, hot rods, tuners/imports, bikes, customs, SUV's, trucks and motorcycles in Southern California. 

"You don't need to be into cars to participate," says Xavier.  "You can make a donation, donate blood with the American Red Cross or register your name in the National Bone Marrow Registry.  The goal for Cruise for the Cause is just to help others in need; especially those who need a bone marrow match and are dealing with cancer," he added.

The event will feature live entertainment by the bands Rising Star and City Lights, a Kids Zone and a PPG coloring contest. 

MAGIC 92.5, San Diego’s exclusive Old School station, focuses on being a “family station” and continues to be extremely involved in supporting numerous community organizations and causes.

Magic 92.5 is owned and operated by Local Media San Diego; a San Diego based broadcasting company backed by private equity firm, Thoma Bravo, LLC.  LMSD also operates Z90.3 (XHTZ-FM) and 91X (XTRA-FM).

For more information, please visit his page HERE

About Otay Ranch Town Center:

With nearly 100 of the country’s top specialty stores, Otay Ranch Town Center is San Diego’s newest and most exciting outdoor shopping and entertainment destination.  Eclectic tastes are served by Macy’s, REI, Barnes & Noble, Apple, H&M, Sephora and Anthropologie, to name just a few. On the center's east side is a specialty fashion and service village featuring Best Buy, Parmida Home and other unique fashions and services. To the north, AMC Theatres' 12 screens delights film buffs while diners can choose from P. F. Chang’s China Bistro, The Cheesecake Factory, Romano’s Macaroni Grill, Sushi-Ya, California Pizza Kitchen or many on-the-go dining options.  This urbane, bustling, open-air center features a wide variety of amenities including outdoor cafes, grand fountains, a pet-friendly setting and adjacent dog park, food pavilion, party space, a fireplace and a “chalk garden” and popper fountain for children. 

Otay Ranch Town Center is conveniently located 4 ½ miles east of the I-805 or just off the South Bay Expressway SR-125 in Chula Vista at Eastlake Parkway and Olympic Parkway. Otay Ranch Town Center is open Monday – Saturday from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

For more information about Otay Ranch Town Center, call (619) 656-9100 or visit www.otayranchtowncenter.com.

Otay Ranch Town Center is owned and managed by General Growth Properties, a fully integrated, self-managed and self-administered real estate investment trust focused exclusively on owning, managing, leasing, and redeveloping regional malls throughout the United States. GGP's portfolio is comprised of 123 regional malls in the United States comprising approximately 124 million square feet of gross leasable area. GGP is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, and publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol GGP.  For further information please visit www.ggp.com.

Jack FM's Streaming Issues Addressed

By Joe Nelson

   After hearing from several friends, and reading many online comments regarding the streaming changes at JackFM, I decided to reach out to Program Director Mike O'Reilly to offer some clarity on the issue. The following is his reply...


HI Joe,

Yes, we're in the midst of a big change with our online streaming which will restrict our stream to San Diego.  

We've set up an FAQ page at: www.icanthearjack.com

Unfortunately there have been some issues within the county on some mobile devices due to IP & location conflicts.  We are working through those issues and expect to have them remedied soon.  

As for those outside of San Diego that love and support the DSC, we're now uploading commercial-free podcasts of the show no later than 11a (pst) via the brand new DSC app. 

  

   So it sounds like this is a temporary issue, the page for streaming all things Jack, such as the DSC Show can be found HERE. 

Thanks Mike.

-Joe 

Successful Fundraiser Backed by Radio Station

By Joe Nelson
  

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

FM 94/9 Helps Make Alex's Lemonade Stand 2013 A Success!

San Diego, CA – Friday, August 2, 2013 - FM 94/9 is proud to announce the success of Alex's Lemonade Stand 2013. With a pre-determined goal of $12,500 dollars, our expectations were exceeded with a grand total of $14,700 for pediatric cancer research. In our 8th year working with The Miller Family at Alex's Lemonade Stand, we're consistently blown away with the generosity and support of the San Diego community.

A special thanks to all of the businesses at 32nd and Thorn in North Park who donated their time and space to help make this year's Alex's Lemonade Stand the most successful yet. Thanks to Ripe North Park, To Hell in a Handbag, North Park Nursery by Mooch, Rusty Gold Design and Thorn Street Brewery. Also, a big thank you to Hit Dog Hollar, Blackout Party, and School of Rock for their incredible performances. FM 94/9 is PROUD to be associated with such a great cause and we look forward to continuing to grow Alex's Lemonade Stand each year.

 

Event photos can be found here - http://www.fm949sd.com/photopages/Photos.aspx?AlbumID=141251

KBZT - FM 94/9

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