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Richmond Radio Graffiti Board Archive Page 14 (7/15/01 - 8/5/01) I haven't heard Wicker's show in a long time, but I love some of the bits I've heard him produce. Wicker is very talented. And one of the nicest guys in the building. Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@NOSPAM.Worldnet.ATT.net> Richmond, Virginia USA - Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 22:38:21 (EDT) DC: Fair enough. I'm not really an expert on the history of "shock" radio (or "hot talk," or whatever they call it). I honestly don't know how much material D&M rip off from Stern, and I couldn't care less; Stern rather repulses me, while D&M I find funny. (I would regularly listen to Morning Edition and Dianne Riehm during the mornings before I moved back to Richmond recently.) At any rate, my question is now moot, but thanks anyway for the editorial. Spiceman Midlo, USA - Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 21:58:36 (EDT) I have to agree with the popular vote on Wicker. He is very professional and comes across as being straightforward and honest, like he is just being himself and not putting on a show. It's the morning show of choice for me. McKee is OK, I just don't always like his sense of humor. Bevins is just bland. JB&B are just dumb. Frank Dreben Statesville, USA - Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 21:27:14 (EDT) Spiceman: If you're laughing at Don and Mike on your way home from work, good for you. We all remember when Beavis and Butthead were funny, in an ORIGINAL sort of way, and where are they now? Retired and rich. When they pull you from your flagship station's afternoon drive slot, it's generally an indication that the "show" replacing yours is thought to be better. Maybe Beavis and Butthead are now in charge of Infinity's programming decisions. They join the ranks of Shaggy and Scooby who are now in charge of certain CC programming in the Richmond market. I wholly agree with "Stop Talk" in that talk will die with the departures of Stern and Rush...Don and Mike, Anthony and Opie? They are unfit to light Stern's gas... Reading From DC USA - Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 21:19:47 (EDT) Wicker is funny, in fact there are alot of funny people on air, from Lucas to McKee, Gia, Mickenna, Jason Paige has interesting stories, Evan is hilarious, if somewhat strange on-air, Dutch has a great voice, dejavu is in your face, and BT is killer, everyone is talented here, they have to be if they ended up working here in big ole market 58. Stop the insanity and listen to the hardworking on air TALENT. ......... USA - Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 17:44:51 (EDT) I don't know about Jeff's ass...even though I am sure it is nice and firm...but he is a great guy that runs a really tight show. Professional in every way. Keep up the great work Wicker! Ok, so I have noticed his butt-LEAVE ME ALONE! Shadow <gettbent@aol.com> USA - Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 14:08:37 (EDT) I like Jeff in the mornings. He is sharp and seems to be a nice guy. I really enjoyed hearing Betty Bodine on the air friday! I/we really miss her! a listener <wazup@dodah.com> USA - Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 14:05:56 (EDT) Jeff Wicker works harder than anyone I know. He's a consumate radio guy and a great human being, plus he has a great ass. Trust me, your time is better spent ripping someone else. It's True, It's True! ("It's True, It's True!", is a copywright of the World Wrestling Federation) Truth East Coast, USA - Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 11:13:15 (EDT) Observer, a better question is Why aren't the rules followed? And why do people *continue* to respond to the few jerks here? TheBigLebowski USA - Sunday, August 05, 2001 at 07:50:34 (EDT) Where on earth is the webmaster for this board. Why aren't "the few stupid rules" enforced? Observer USA - Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 20:22:21 (EDT) Wicker IS funny! He wouldn't have the gig if he wasn't talented. Javier <Jav107@mediaone.net> - Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 15:28:01 (EDT) Hey Greg B: It seems clear to me that Thor wants to be you, but that'll never happen! Thor is jealous, Thor is a wanna-be! Another Observer USA - Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 12:17:47 (EDT) Well said, Long Time Reader. Just for the record: I've had the pleasure of working with Greg B on a couple of occaisions and I'm sure he's got much better things to concern himself with other than whether or not he's POed some cowardly internet bully. Annonymous Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 12:00:13 (EDT) Thor apologizes to the 7 readers of this board. The last six "Thor" postings have not been from Thor. Thor is much more creative than that. Please, if you want to be Thor, than act like Thor, be more creative, after all that is what this town needs. Only a few things were accurate, Thor thinks the country bumbkin Greg B should go to a smaller market and Brian T should go away. Other than that Thor has no problems with answer or even Long Time. Even though Long Time, check the archives, Thor has been here since February, hahahahahahaha. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor has never eaten Charles Chips and never will!!! Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 11:56:40 (EDT) Why is Jeff Wicker on the air? He is simply not funny. It is the worst morning show in Richmond. Q94 needs something new and fresh. Anyone agree? why? richmond, va USA - Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 09:12:58 (EDT) You are right Answer, the "Thor" thing is a guy and although I personally could care less about a persons sexual preference, you can be well advised that he is as queer as a three dollar bill to boot. Just do like we have done here on other websites to similar trash. Ignore it and it will go away. Other than the radio wannabee Thor, you have a great website going there in Richmond, don't let the dickhead screw it up. Kuddos. Long Time Reader Atlanta , GA USA - Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 08:11:36 (EDT) So, Opie and Anthony have 'Whip em out Wednesdays?'. That sounds suspicious. Tom Leykis has had 'Flash Friday' for the past 7 years. Glad to see the up and coming shock jocks are full of original ideas. Talk Radio will die with Stern and Limbaugh. They are the only names that carried any weight, ever. Even Stern flopped in Richmond. Stop Talk in Richmond! Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, August 04, 2001 at 08:05:24 (EDT) Reading from DC....So I guess you don't care for Don & Mike??? No matter--WHAN announced today that it will keep them, on tape-delay. Sometimes a person just likes to laugh on the way back from work.... Spiceman Midlo, USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 22:37:28 (EDT) Seems to be a lot of folk that don't like Clear Channel. I can appreciate that. Some of them even go to the trouble to put up a web site about it. Here's one someone tipped me off to at: http://members.aol.com/N0UIHEric/TurnOffClearChannel.html Howie Feltersnatch <howie@snatch.com> Richmond, VA USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 21:25:24 (EDT) Hey Greg B, Thor is pissed at you too. Thor <Mike J Freedman III> Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 19:07:26 (EDT) Hey Answer, please don't even try to think you know what you are talking about. Thor lives where she wants to live. Stop posting here moron, you don;t have a clue. Thor has spoekn. Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is using a real name here Thor <Bob Davis> Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 19:06:09 (EDT) Answer, Thor COULD CARE less, it shows that Thor does have some compassion for idiots and feeble minded individuals like you. Many of you think Thor knows nothing about radio. Thor sees the business is going down hill mainly becuase of simple people like answer. Please Thor don't be creative, Die Thor, that's what you want? Why becuase Thor is too creative, you don't want creative radio, idiot. Please do Thor a favor and quit your job and join Lucas selling gas at WaWa. Idiots like you don't have a clue. Thor has spoekn, Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor is playing with matches in her house Thor <Thomas J Hoof, Jr> Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 19:03:26 (EDT) The only "brilliant" thing about "The Don and Mike Show" is that it will soon be blown out of the water by Anthony and Opie, with their "Whip "em Out Wednesdays" and "cringe radio." It's a sad commentary of the state of radio, the state of society and the state of the 18-54 American Male mind that such shows have any success---it must be terrible to have to get one's Man Talk fix alone in the car on the way home to The Wife and Kids. Is this what type of "entertainment" will replace local programming in Richmond Radio? I hope not, even for those desperate for ratings and revenues---it would be a shame. Reading from DC USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 18:09:14 (EDT) Thor: The correct usage of the phrase is, "I couldn't care less", not, "I could care less." Think about it, and it will all be clear to your feeble mind. If you couldn't care less, then you have reached the lowest possible threshold of caring. If you could care less, that would indicate a measurable level of caring. Die Thor. Preferably a house fire. Answer USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 17:46:48 (EDT) What we need here is some good, old fashioned censorship. Ban thor! Monkey ass lives in Florida anyway. Probably drives around with his left turn signal on all day. Let's call some drug dealers down there and arrange a drive-by. Answer USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 17:29:12 (EDT) Oh it is about radio, but every once in awhile some guy who thinks he is a she dresses up like some Norse God and tries to belittle the rest us with what little he knows about the media while speaking in the third person. It's actually quite comical in a sad sense. He impresses no one but himself. He'll eventually go away if you pay no attention to him. Answer Richmond , VA USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 17:16:04 (EDT) I thought this board was about Richmond radio? Question? USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 15:34:06 (EDT) Yes observer, it's tearing Thor up. Thor gives, she gives and she can't stand the lack of attention. Wow observer, you found Thor out, Thor is crying, is really upset, how will Thor ever recover. Silly little observer, Thor could care less about lots or little attention. How wrong everyone except Shadow & Bob A Lou are about Thor. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor has an empty Charles Chips can. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 13:32:22 (EDT) Yes observer, it's tearing Thor up. Thor gives, she gives and she can't stand the lack of attention. Wow observer, you found Thor out, she is crying is really upset, how will Thor ever recover. Silly little observer, Thor could care less about lots or little attention. How wrong everyone except Shadow & Bob A Lou about Thor. Thor has spoekn, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor has an empty Charles Chips can. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 13:31:40 (EDT) This is in response to the person who posted about 3WV's morning show being a lot better than John Butt and Billy Blob. The best thing about the show is the name---Big Greasy Breakfast. By the way, calling them John Butt and Billy Blob made me laugh out loud. Now, if we can just get them off those stupid Hardee's commercials. Jeff Richmond , Va USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 13:16:48 (EDT) WSOJ used to be owned by FM100 - They no longer exist. Rita USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 12:59:23 (EDT) Isn't it great how Greg B is totally ignoring Thor's mindless and childish comments? Thor just can't stand it! Greg B is a pro and it shows. Observer Richmond, VA USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 10:38:22 (EDT) Wondering if any area station is going to pick up the Don & Mike Show now that WHAN is apparently dropping them when they move to 11-3. I guess there's no Infinity station around here, but WLEE does carry Liddy and the Sports Junkies (I think...also makes me wonder if WLEE will soup up their nighttime signal so that it's actually listenable...). I just moved back from DC, and I was in DC at the time when they were on WRNL (WRVH) for like two weeks. It's a brilliant show, in my opinion--and this is someone who often listened to NPR in morning drive. --SPICEMAN Spiceman Midlo, USA - Friday, August 03, 2001 at 00:39:14 (EDT) Thor, Bad Joke. TRANSLATION: Corny. Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 22:51:43 (EDT) Hey Brian T, a great place for you to live would be Mecklenberg County, Va. If you move from Murfreesboro to Mecklenburg, you'll be improving the IQ of both cities. They have plenty of 7/11s for you to shop. Take Thor's advice move there and stop visiting the local library so you can get free computer access. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, thor is wise, Thor sleeps in front of her local library. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 22:26:13 (EDT) Thor thanks Greg B for saying he is the Hoorary for Hopewell guy. Thor has been to hopewell. Thor has also been in the Hopewell Christmas Parade which was broadcast live by WHAP. Yes, there's nothing like driving down the road, in downtown hopewell, listening to a live radio broadast of a parade. Thor finds GREG B's advice very amusing 'bout radio obits. "Run them before 7am, only for big bucks". Try this idiot, how about don't do it, how about never, how about for no price at all, how about stick the obits in the paper where they belong, how about placing them on a Funeral home website. Greg, how long have you been in the business boy? Thor would like to know. Hey John from bedford, just ask Thor, she'll help you, don;t listen to small time morons like country DJ. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor loves a parade... Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 22:09:33 (EDT) Greg B, thank you so much for that great advice on radio. You must be a really good radio guy. What do you do for K-95? I need help with another thing, what is an aircheck and how do you do one. I'd like to say high to Bob A Lou. I heard you like a place called DEAD LOBSTER. Greg, I'd also like to know how one day I could get to a big market like Richmond. Right now out here in Bedford, I'm trying my best and working really hard. What kind of money can you make in a big city like that? Please let me know, I really appreciate your kindness. I can you all the help I can get and from a real radio pro like you, I know I can get to a big city. You seem to know a lot about small time radio, did you do it? What other formats do you do? We are country in the morning, and rock after 3:30 pm. I work the 2:30-5:15 shift, should the shifts be different? Thanks.. JohnOrlando <John@Bedforradio.com> Bedford, Va USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 22:02:12 (EDT) Anyone remember who used to own WSOJ J100.3 before Radio One.. I cant remember.. Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 21:05:58 (EDT) Has anyone seen the 25-54 Numbers from the Spring Arbitron Book? Observer USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 17:49:01 (EDT) I've lived in both places and while sailors are nice and all, I really like Richmond's night life better. Oh, and my wife and kids are here too... Shadow <gettbent@aol.com> USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 16:50:52 (EDT) Well Brian T., it all depends on whether you want to date sailors or not. betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 16:14:52 (EDT) If you're going to choose a place to live based on its radio stations, forget Richmond or Norfolk. There's only one choice . . . Hopewell, VA, home of WHAP-AM1340. Hooray for Hopewell! Hooray for Hopewell! Hopewell, VA USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 16:11:25 (EDT) If you're going to choose a place to live based on its radio stations, forget Richmond or Norfolk. There's only one choice . . . Hopewell, VA, home of WHAP-AM1340. Hooray for Hopewell! Hurray for Hopewell! Hopewell, VA USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 16:11:12 (EDT) I was wondering.. Which city has the best radio stations, Richmond, or Norfolk?? Why and Why Not?? Going by the variety and quality of Radio Stations, which of the two citys would be the best to live in???? Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 14:41:41 (EDT) 3Wv's morning show is a hoot. They will definitely beat John Butt and Billy Blob. Ray USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 11:53:35 (EDT) The new calls at "Fox 102.3" in Crozet-C'ville are WFFX-FM. hmmmm! I wonder what sort of inside joke nickname that's going produce? A lot of creativity and thought obviously went into choosing those calls. I can hear it now. At least the calls will get ratings. Big John <bayonet65@aol.com> Ivy, VA USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 05:49:33 (EDT) Thanks to Big John for the compliments. I'm very happy to have been a member of the K95 air staff for almost 7 years now. What a great bunch of people to work with and Cox Radio has been a great. As far as 98.9 WJMA, that station has come a long way since I started working with them back in '94 after I left WCYK. It's been a lot of work and there's still plenty to do, but isn't that always the case with any station? I have to agree with all of you about the 3WV/FOX 102.3 thing. 3WV has the many advantages that has been mentioned such as a 50K signal with local programming and it's a heritage rock station. As mentioned earlier, and I don't know her personaly, but Kym McKay is a huge plus for 3-dub. Unless CC eventually dumps the syndication and voice tracking and puts live jocks on (which is unlikely) it will not move ahead of 3WV, and even then there's still 102.3's signal to consider. I look for this to become a similar situation as to what we have in Richmond with XL102 and The Planet. I am somewhat suprised that CC chose their oldies station for the classic rock flip instead of their sister station Mix 107.5, since Mix's format has a classic rock base already. TO John Orlando: Obituaries on the air? Here's how I feel about it. Unless you've got some sponsor willing to pay BIG HUGE BUCKS for this, don't do it! If for some reason you have to do it, try to incorporate it within a regular newscast. WJMA does obits at NOON Mon-Fri. Personally it would be better to do them as early in the morning as possible, like before 7 AM and I've tried to push this idea, but you know old habits die hard. Just my 2 cents worth there for you John. Good luck to you down in Bedford! And just for the record, I haven't always been "a country dj", in fact I avoided the format for a long time until I found out how much money I could make on a country station! Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Thursday, August 02, 2001 at 02:03:35 (EDT) The upcoming battle between 3WV and the Fox should be interesting. As far as the 102.3 signal (and their repeater 94.1) being too weak, I don't agree. When I worked for Clark Broadcasting, 102.3 was the country station with a 17.0 share kicking everyone in the market. If people like the new station (and get a diary), the Fox will do fine. But you're right, 3WV does have great sound quality and Kym McKay has been around for quite a few years. Jay Stevens Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 23:25:05 (EDT) To Kevin: I am most appreciative of your kind words. Thank you. Kym McKay Charlottesville, USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 23:22:19 (EDT) Yes, a little over a year ago, a contractor working on behalf of XM satellite inquired about leasing space on the WRXL tower as a terrestrial site for XM satellite. It serves as a companion to the satellite's in orbit. As I recall from a recent tour of the D.C. based studio's, there are 1500 terrestrial sites planned to insure continuous coverage in the continental US. Richmond looked to be a city where current activity of some sort was taking place. They monitor all existing sites via a huge video monitor in the "Star Trek" like operations center. Captains chair and all (no kidding). The monitor has a graphic of the US with colored dots signifying various XM terrestrial sites and status. Mike Friedman <mikef@broadcast.net> Fredericksburg, VA. USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 22:38:36 (EDT) Spokane--- Jeff Beck, fired. You heard where he went. Ric Maybee, fired, haven't heard where he landed. Lisa Mckay, fired. Working for Star 107. If they're missing, they probably got blown out. Joe Blow Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 22:11:36 (EDT) Yes, a little over a year ago, a contractor working on behalf of XM satellite inquired about leasing space on the WRXL tower as a terrestrial site for XM satellite. It serves as a companion to the satellite's in orbit. As I recall from a recent tour of the D.C. based studio's, there are 1500 terrestrial sites planned to insure continuous coverage in the continental US. Richmond looked to be a city where current activity of some sort was taking place. They monitor all existing sites via a huge video monitor in the "Star Trek" like operations center. Captains chair and all (no kidding). The monitor has a graphic of the US with colored dots signifying various XM terrestrial sites and status. Mike Friedman <mikef@broadcast.net> Fredericksburg, VA. USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 22:05:55 (EDT) Inquiring Minds: Being the Production Director at Clear Channel/Richmond, I can confirm that a search continues for a top-notch commercial producer with copywriting, multi-track digital editing, and preferably urban and club production experience. Position to be filled shortly. Rob Witham <thewithams@juno.com> Glen Allen, VA USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 21:51:30 (EDT) There was a comment aways down the page that "XM is putting their equipment at Basie Road". I ain't seen any of it, but it's entirely possible it could be happening and me not know about it. Would someone care to explain a little further? Lurkin' 'round Basie Road <lurkin@basieroad.com> Basie, RD USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 20:03:06 (EDT) Re: 3WV vs. the oh-so clever, already been done back in '82 BY 3WV "fox rocks".......no competition. Aside from a big stick & lots of power, 3WV has all the elements that Clear Channel is inherently incapable of--music programming that thinks "out of the box", good local promotions and a really good airstaff. I challenge anyone to go up against the liquid gold that is Kim Mckay's voice and the morning show on 3WV will surely keep Johnboy & Billy at bay with their LOCAL morning show. John in Ivy is right, Charlottesville doesn't need another rock station and we certainly don't need a homogenized classic rock station. I'm sticking with 3WV! Kevin James Charlottesville, VA USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 15:12:26 (EDT) Hey Greg B, thanks for the hot new information on 102.3. That's really great. So you are a country DJ, great, and an expert on small market radio, wonderful. Maybe you can help me with this question. I'm a small market country PD in Bedford and I'm wondering if I should begin radio Obituraries? What do you think. Let me know, a lot of people are dying out here and I thought it would be a great way to build some cume with the living. Thanks JohnOrlando <Jonorlando@bedfordradio.com> Bedford, Va USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 14:54:12 (EDT) Greg B.! Concerning W--hatever 102.3 vs 3WV 97.5. No contest and 3WV will win handsdown. Why? Two simple reasons. #1 Clear Channel owns 102.3 and will syndicate it to death. #2 102.3 signal is a rimshot. Your talking 97.5 with an ERP of 50kw located on Carter Mountain vs 102.3 with an ERP of 6kw and in an awful location west of town. By the way. Just what Ch'ville needed, another rock station. Thanks CC. PS Keep up the great work your doing Greg both at K95 and Country Mix 98.9. Big John <bayonet65@aol.com> Ivy, VA USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 14:12:32 (EDT) RadioHead. In regaurd to your comments about creativity in production, (or lack there of), one of the most creative masterminds in the biz left Basie rd a few months back and is doin' his thing in D.C. as his talent well deserves! Light In August <cynthia@pointpastthend.com> USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 13:56:25 (EDT) As predicted, Clear Channel does it again with the new classic rocker "FOX 102.3" in Charlottesville. It debut was this morning (8/1) with John Boy and Billy. Surely 97.5 3WV will be taking notice.Let the games begin! Jim Herring: Thunder 104.5 sounds great! Kick ass and take names! Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 12:08:46 (EDT) Anybody know if they're still lookin' for Production People at Q94??? Inquiring Minds USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 11:56:39 (EDT) This message is addressed to Back from Spokane. Welcome back to Richmond. The radio market has certainly changed in quite a short time period. Jeff Beck is now Program Director and Afternoon Drive personality at the new station in Fredericksburg (where I work) Thunder 104.5, Country That Rocks! It's an all upbeat country music station with some Little Feat, Skynyrd, Allman Brothers, Delbert McClinton, etc. thrown in to spice things up. It sounds great and is kickin' some butt. Tara Hunter has joined him here in the mid-day slot. You can pick the station up around Kings Dominion and North on 104.5 frequency. Give it a listen and call Jeff with some comments. Jim Herring <JimHerring@msn.com> Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 10:41:09 (EDT) 10 cents, I'm sorry. You are 100 % right. The posts from anonymous idiots who bash, refer to themselves in the third person and are only marginally about radio almost chased me from here. You raise valid topics about radio and that's what makes this site valuable. I was probably acting out some frustration and took it out on you. Again I'm sorry. Teacher USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 10:33:04 (EDT) Sorry for the double post but I am at work and was in a rush and realized that I had made spelling errors. So, as the college graduate I am I corrected my errors and reposted so as not to be bashed by the Richmond Radio Spell Check Police. 10 cents Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 10:31:44 (EDT) I think that the people that regularly post on this board only want to see themselves post on this board and no one new. Everytime someone unfamiliar posts on this board everyone here either bashes them, doesn't answer their question or goes on and on about spelling mistakes when they make them themselves. This is not English class it is radio. To be in radio you don't need a college degree which is painfully obvious not only from the posts but from the personalities, decisions, and intelligence of most radio staff (not all)! A lot of the people making the mistakes are posting while the rest of you are in bed, and exhaustion leads to mistakes. Ease up, posters do not need to be so rude just to make themselves seem smarter or better. Let people voice their opinions about radio which is what the original question was about. I am sorry if I was exausted and didn't quite type what I meant (words missing, etc..) but the ridicule of this board will guarantee the fact that I will never post here again nor try and correct my post. By the way I love McKee (there are people on this board that are spelling his name wrong and that's pitiful) and do not wish him to go anywhere, it is the syndication and Lassman (just wanted to correct at least that!) 10 cents Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 10:29:38 (EDT) I think that the people that regularly post on this board only want to see htemselves post on this board and noone new. Everytime someone unfamiliar posts on this board everyone here either bashes them, doesn't answer their question or goes on and on about spelling mistakes when they make them themselves. This is not English class it is radio. To be in radio you don't need a college degree which is painfully obvious not only from the posts but from the personalities, decisions, and intelligence of most radio staff (not all)! A lot of the people making the mistakes are posting while the rest of you are in bed, and exhaustion leads to mistakes. Ease up, posters do not need to be so rude just to make themselves seem smarter or better. Let people voice their opinions about radio which is what the original question was about. I am sorry if I was exausted and didn't quite type what I meant (words missing, etc..) but the ridicule of this board will guarantee the fact that I will never post here again nor try and corredt my post. By the way I love McKee (there are poeple on this board that are spelling him name wrong and that's pitiful) and do not wish him to go anywhere, it is the syndication and Lassman (just wanted to correct at least that!) 10 cents Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 10:26:54 (EDT) In an answer to a previous question. In my opinion, Q94 should play mainstream. Right now they are heavily booty. Not a problem, if Power didn't have that percentage of the market cornered. It seems that Q94 wants to break music that doesn't sit right with the upper demo. Let Power break it, then pick the cream of the crop. How hard is that? Whatever Mid-Lo, USA - Wednesday, August 01, 2001 at 04:23:01 (EDT) Where's Jeff Beck. I got back Sunday night and couldn't believe the changes in this town. Jeff McKey's show was great, my suggestion, lose the music, that could be a great talk show if the AC/DC didn't stop the flow. Where's Lisa? Where's Ric Maybe? Who are these strangers and what have they done to my song ma? ( I must be upset, I think I just quoted freaking Melanie! ) Back from Spokane USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 22:23:12 (EDT) What happened to all the creative spots? Andy left and took his dope with him. no names USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 22:15:41 (EDT) Hey RADIOHASBEEN, screaming in all caps is just plain rude. Add to that your obvious bitterness and it makes me think that the only way I'd like to hang with you at a club is if I was sharing some of Billy's highly alcoholic drinks. Kevin USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 22:14:45 (EDT) Hey has anyone noticed how terrible the commercials sound lately? Just really boring and uncreative. What happened to all the really creative spots that just several months ago were everywhere? RadioHead USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 22:13:52 (EDT) To continue the 10 cents bashing, if you want to comment about radio, learn to spell the word LISTENERS. How can anyone take you seriously if you can't spell LISTENERS? Another example of your woeful education " I don't think 99 will last long if their even on the air. " What you were seeking is the contraction for THEY ARE, i.e., THEY'RE instead of the possessive THEIR. Before one speaks their mind one should make sure their words reflect an intelligent educated mind. That's when one's opinions are at least given an objective chance. Sorry, but as Elvis Costello once said, " radio is in the hands of such a lot of fools trying to anesthetize the way that you feel. " Fools are bad enough, illiterate fools should keep their opinions to themselves and get an education. Sorry, I look at this as an art, not just a way for someone to get a paycheck without heavy lifting and I'm getting tired of clueless people who couldn't grasp concepts taught in fourth grade judging the work of people who are trying to merge commerce and art. Bottom line to 10 cents and anyone else who expects to climb the ladder without socking away the essentials needed for success. You'll never get past the night shift without first going to night school. Class dismissed. Teacher USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 22:11:38 (EDT) Yeahhhh Randall. Great managerial decisions. Great Grey Ghost -- TVR drops. Management at Basie is really thinking. You should listen to your product. You would probably listen to 107.3 or 103.7 just to be entertained. BETTERTHANBASIE USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 22:10:05 (EDT) I'M SURE THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR WILL BE ALL FOR THE RETURN OF PARTY RADIO, ESPECIALLY SINCE HE IS THE TALENT. TALENT THAT IS PAID QUITE WELL FOR HIS SATURDAY NIGHT OUT TAX-FREE WITH FREE DRINKS. PLEASE, LET'S ALL ADMIT THAT TALENT IS TALENT AND IT'S PRETTY EASY. BEEN THERE DONE THAT. GOOD MONEY NOT BRAIN SURGERY, HEY AND THE DRINKS ARE USUALLY BETTER WHEN THEY'RE FREE. RADIOHASBEEN RICHMOND, VA USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 21:59:25 (EDT) Bravo Joe, the more things change the more they stay the same. I was a CHR jock in 82 and diversity was what made the format a powerhouse for the next several years. Mix Duran Duran with Michael Jackson with Bruce Springsteen with the early MTV rock and hair bands with Prince and Madonna and Lionel Ritchie and one hit wonder songs like Oh Sheila and the Dazz Band and you've got a mass appeal format. Sounds like 10 cents doesn't know how CHR works. Add to the the laugh out loud statement that the Planet is Richmond's rock hope, excuse me, I'm laughing...... okay, I'm fine now and I think we've found another poster who should go straight into management because he obviously knows nothing about programming. John Blow USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 21:57:18 (EDT) Hey 10 cents! Exactly what type of CHR music should Q94 be playing? They seem to be mirroring the top songs in the country pretty well. They don't play them all, but they play most of them. Hip-Hop and Urban music IS CHR in this country. You just need the balance from the rock and pop records. JLo, Ja Rule, 112, Missy Elliot, Eve, Nelly, Cityhigh, D12, Blu Cantrell, and Destiny's Child all share the Top 20 with Staind, Incubus, Sugar Ray, Train, and O-Town. This is not 1982. We are a more diverse nation, and it's CHR radio stations reflect this change. CHR plays the best songs of all genres. Do you remember hearing "Friends In Low Places" on Q94? How about "Jeremy"? And what did I hear the other day? ...oh yeah, Enya. Joe Blow Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 21:42:10 (EDT) From what I've read here, XL 102 doesn't need a new staff, they need new management. Not to change the subject but do you think George Herbert Walker Bush should have proceeded into Teheran and wiped out Sadaam Hussein? Robert Calleria USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 21:15:49 (EDT) Sorry for the double post, I left out a word. Sorry for the double post, I left out a word. 10 cents a penny and an apology USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 21:03:57 (EDT) The Planet is Richmond's Rock Hope? With 300 tired songs a syndicated morning show and.....? XL needs a new staff? Granted a few more full time on air people would benefit every station but really, I'll talk BT over Sam and Dave, anybody over Dick Hungate and McKee still manages to balance more intelligence and more wit than anybody I've heard. Let's agree to disagree and hope we never share a ride together. My 10 cents plus a penny USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 21:02:54 (EDT) The Planet is Richmond's Rock Hope? With 300 tired songs a syndicated morning show and.....? XL needs a new staff? Granted a few more full time on air people would benefit every station but really, I'll talk BT over Sam and Dave, anybody over Dick Hungate and McKee still manages to balance more intelligence and more than anybody I've heard. Let's agree to disagree and hope we never share a ride together. My 10 cents plus a penny USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 21:02:20 (EDT) Just briefly, even though I know this question was asked Friday but I believe that Dance Hits will be around for a while and their ratings will get up there. Y101 should bomb with no signal but they may pull out. XL102 is doing better but needs a whole new staff. The Planet is Richmond's Rock hope! The Beat will be phenomenal, and Power will still hang around. I don't think 99 will last long if their even on the air. Lite 98? Can't shake them. Cool should still be on the air seeing as how we have no other Oldies station. And last but not least, with all the Urban stations we have in Richmond now, Q94 should back off with the urban hits and play CHR top 40. THey lost a lot of their loyal listners when they started in with the urban music and I thought with The Beat around they would slack off it a bit but they haven't. Their ratings may drop a bit but they are not going anywhere. My 10 cents Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 20:45:17 (EDT) XM is putting their equipment at Basie Road, tawk amongst yaselves. ......... USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 20:07:21 (EDT) Thor would like to congratulate Randall Bloom Boy for Cleansing WRVA's Cume! Way to go Randy, you got rid of all of those undisirable listeners. Thor is very happy for you. Thor wonders how you are now going to grow the station, you don't have anyone else to blow out. Thor knows you told management that the way to grow the station was to get rid of all of the old timers. Well guess what, it didn't work, now the only person to blame is Randy B. Funny how that works. Thor gives you all of the credit. Way to go. Maybe you could consult Greg B on your next gig. He likes knows all about real small markets, you'd probably do well in one of his cities like Lubbock TX. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is laughing at silly Randall B! Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 19:30:18 (EDT) WRVQ's big loud and exciting "thing" that is coming back is indeed Party Radio Q94. This time it will be 4 hours long, at two different clubs down in the bottom. Secrets in the City and Farenheit will host Party Radio for two hours a piece, 10 to 12 and 12 to 2. What you hear on the radio will be the same as what is playing in the clubs. No word yet on who will be the host, but a good guess would be Billy Surf. No Radio Guru USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 17:33:16 (EDT) Congratulations to RB and the CC Richmond team for the lowest rating period in the 75 year history of WRVA. Maybe Bloomie is trying to best the phenomenal 4.2 share he left at WBT in Charlotte... Amused in The North Country USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 14:15:42 (EDT) Comment. It was a good book for urban and rock stations. Summer book should swing back to the current based stations. Q94, Y101, B103, and the Urbans will do well. Comment USA - Tuesday, July 31, 2001 at 00:16:28 (EDT) You can get the ratings at All Access or Radio & Records. WINNERS: Power 92, up 0.6 to 13.0 to dominate the market... Kiss-FM, up 1.9 to 6.4 (#4)... WJMO-FM, up 1.7 to 5.1 (#8)... XL102, up 1.6 to 4.5 (#9)... WPZE (now WRHH) debuts at 1.2... LOSERS: Randall Bloomquist (WRVA lost 33% of its audience, down 2.6 to 5.2; WRNL lost 60% of its audience, down 1.2 to 0.8)... Lite 98, down 1.1 to 8.5 (holding #2)... WLEE/WHAP, losing more than half its audience, down 0.8 to 0.7. Comments? Voice of the Arbitrons Spring 2001, - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 23:20:49 (EDT) Thor would like to thank Greg B for the very informative and insightful comments on Charlottesville radio. In the future please tell us about the following markets. Wheeling, WV: Minot, ND: Bithlow, FL: Lubbock, TX: and Bend, Or: Thor and the rest of us would like to know about those markets. In the meantime, if any of you would like to see some ratings, go to www.rronline.com, check out ratings and then pull up Richmond. Greg B, you'll have to go below market 210 to check out ratings in cities you like to talk about. By the way Greggy boy, Thor will be in Philly for the next three days, Thor thought you'd like to know. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor will not put cheese wiz on her cheese steak! Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 22:26:36 (EDT) To XXX: It should be interesting if CC makes 102.3 sound as good as their station in Harrisonburg, 98 ROCK. 3WV has really never had any direct competition before. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 21:31:41 (EDT) Norfolk and Richmond Ratings come out today at 5pm.... I wonder who is up and who is down??? I will see in 48 more minutes... Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 16:10:28 (EDT) THAT'S what I think of today's radio industry. Thank you. Sorry about the smell. WaxingPoetic <notgonna@utc.tx.edu> Irvine, TX USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 15:07:22 (EDT) aaaahhhhhhhhhhhh WaxingPoetic <notgonna@utc.tx.edu> Irvine, TX USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 15:06:16 (EDT) Quick! Pull my finger!!!! WaxingPoetic <notgonna@utc.tx.edu> Irvine, TX USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 15:05:47 (EDT) Oldies 102.3--WVAO in C-ville to flip to rock with John Boy & Billy on A.M. drive on Wednesday. Anyone's thoughts on how it will fare against heritage rock powerhouse 3WV? xxx USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 10:06:37 (EDT) (That's the least insightful thing I've ever read about radio. Do you also think Q94's impact will come from playing the hits? Maybe K95's impact will come from all that country music they play.) Exactly what kind of "insightful thing" are you looking to for Prior? Each station has a product they're trying to sell whether it's musical or talk, each of which has it's own direction for impact. Certainly, Q94 and K95 each have their own individual impacts with their format. It's not rcket science, it's just radio. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 07:53:15 (EDT) In the words of Sir Stephen Mahoney (IWANNABEAQ94DJ@aol.com), "That's ate up"! I fart on your viruses and wipe my nose on your grandma's boobies! Boobies Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com> RVA, INSANITY USA - Monday, July 30, 2001 at 07:38:55 (EDT) (Prior: I think Y101's impact will come from it's concentration on new and alternative rock, same for The Planet with classic rock and XL102 should maintain it's position with "the best new and classic rock") That's the least insightful thing I've ever read about radio. Do you also think Q94's impact will come from playing the hits? Maybe K95's impact will come from all that country music they play. Anybody else? Prior USA - Sunday, July 29, 2001 at 22:03:47 (EDT) If Bob-A-Lou's running the Hip Hop board then I'll have to tune it in. Can't wait to hear a "hot damn" on 106.5?...or maybe "hey brotha what it is." Then you won't be breakin' format. Bob-A-Lou, keep playing the hits...I mean...hip hop and R&B. Jay Stevens Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, July 29, 2001 at 18:48:39 (EDT) Prior: I think Y101's impact will come from it's concentration on new and alternative rock, same for The Planet with classic rock and XL102 should maintain it's position with "the best new and classic rock" Of course this is strictly my opinion, but why not have 3 rock outlets especially since Richmond has 92.1, 99.3, 104.7, 105.7, and 106.5 all doing urban-based formats? Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Sunday, July 29, 2001 at 14:16:54 (EDT) you ate 'em you fat slob jeff alexander <jeffshmail@cs.com> richmond, va USA - Saturday, July 28, 2001 at 20:09:11 (EDT) Thor says HOT DAMN to Hip Hop Alou. Thor thinks it kicks ass that you are running the Doug Banks show. Thor knows the show is now the tightest in the country. Thor bets even the spots that are played are thump'n and bump'n while playing. Thor is also happy about Hip Hop Alou's cousin. Thor will no longer be lonely after the Fish Man arrives. Fishy boy knows how to keep a girl happy. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor wonders what ever happened to Charles Chips? Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Saturday, July 28, 2001 at 15:05:27 (EDT) Can a long time listener ask a strange question.A sales guys at a local station I know told me that the girl who used to be Q who's now at Star named Lisa has had a "feud" of some kind going on with somebody else working in radio here for 15 years.Does anybody know anything about this and who that other person is(An old boss,a spurned suiter?).My friend did not know who the other person was or what started it. Tim Mac USA - Saturday, July 28, 2001 at 11:43:15 (EDT) Anyone know the scoop on Q94's new promo, something coming back new and loud Aug 11th. Could it be the return of Party Radio? Listener <JETSKI128@HOTMAIL.COM> RICHMOND, USA - Saturday, July 28, 2001 at 10:31:44 (EDT) I'm guessing here, but did Bloomquist mean that XL102 would carry NASCAR only when the races conflicted with the Redskins schedule? Moving the Redskins to WRVA is a good move for the 'Skins, moving from the comparatively low-powered WRNL to the 50kw blowtorch. Of course, the WRNL slogan "SportsRadio 910" takes a bit of a hit... can't help but wonder if there's more changes in store. OK, this is heresy, but is it possible that Bloomquist has trashed WRVA in order to flip AM formats? I know Fox Sports (and Clear Channel, which syndicates the radio network) would be thrilled to be 24x7 on a 50kw station like WRVA... Sports Fan - Saturday, July 28, 2001 at 09:08:02 (EDT) I heard Randall Bloomquist on the air today announcing that WRVA is now the home of the Washington Redskins. Also WRXL, XL102 will now be airing Nascar Races. What do you people think of this? Talkst amongsts yerselves. Tyler USA - Saturday, July 28, 2001 at 00:13:47 (EDT) Bob-A-Lou, glad 2 hear you working at a Urban station.... I have heard Doug Banks down here in Norfolk... He plays alot of the hot Hip-Hop and R&B... I listen to urban music, so if there is anything you wanna know about the music, email me!!! By the way, Email me, let me know how 106.5 is, i WANNA know.. I need to ask you a few questions!!! aight..Peace... Hip-A-Lou...lol Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Friday, July 27, 2001 at 23:06:20 (EDT) I thought that with the coming of the "Prophet", since I can't talk that well after my heart transplant, that I would become dinasaur in this business telling old war stories...boy was I wrong!...Many of you have heard the new "Doug Banks Show" on 106.5 The Beat. Well guess who's running it!....You got it! Bill Bevins kicked the door open on the studio (which is right next door to Lite 98) and started it. Now it's all over the building. My new name is "HIP HOP ALOU!" ...I have now added it my work on Lite 98 and Q-94. If you haven't checked it out yet, you should. It's a very good show that plays all of today's best Hip Hop and R&B and Deja Vu, the only live personality on the station, is fantastic! A real hard worker. More people are sure to come. The Power's out and the switch is on...See ya on the flip...(I mean the Hip!)...BOB-A-LOU BOB-A-LOU <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM> MEHCHANICSVILLE, VA USA - Friday, July 27, 2001 at 22:53:37 (EDT) So how is Y101 going to make an impact, and XL stick around? Can't have all three rock stations doing well. Who's losing? Why? Prior USA - Friday, July 27, 2001 at 20:10:56 (EDT) Brian T: I think Q94, XL102, K95, and Lite 98 will probably remain pretty much the same for a while. It's likely changes will come to Hot 99.3, Magic 105.7, Cat Country 100.3. Power 92 and 106.5 The Beat? It remains to be see depending on how each plays their cards. I predict that Y101 will make a favorable mark on this market before it's all said and done. With the corporate mentality of today's radio, it seems to have become a "spin-the-wheel" game of format changes. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Friday, July 27, 2001 at 13:37:59 (EDT) Aight.. I want someone to give me a future look at RICHMOND RADIO... Looking at how radio stands now, someone tell me which stations they think are gonna rise, and which are gonna fall...Also, which stations format will change, and why... And what station should stay, or should have stayed.. I wanna hear some good responses!!! Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Friday, July 27, 2001 at 10:01:54 (EDT) About the virus that Jim got... if your valid Email address is on this page, there is a chance that you will get a copy of the virus in an Email that appears to come from Jim. One of the things the SirCam virus does is wander through your Internet cache and grab anything that looks like a valid Email address, then sends a copy to it. As Jim said, if you get an Email from him that has the body text shown, DON'T OPEN THE ATTACHMENT!!!!!! Delete it immediately. This is a vicious, nasty virus and it's a pain to clean out fully. If you own any form of virus scanner, make sure that your virus data file is dated 7/18/01 or later -- all of the major anti-virus software data files were updated on 7/17 and 7/18 to catch SirCam. Virus Update - Thursday, July 26, 2001 at 16:57:21 (EDT) Hey Brian T., I can answer that for ya. What's goin on at Hot 99.3: not a damn thing! It's nothing goin' on. The BEAT has Doug Banks in the morning now. Just A Listener Too USA - Thursday, July 26, 2001 at 16:37:29 (EDT) Telemedia Broadcasting, Inc. is currently seeking an experienced sales pro who wants to join our sales team at Virginia's Rockin' Oldies 95.9 AND Thunder 104.5 in Fredericksburg, VA. If you or anyone you know has great oral & written presentation skills, a winning attitude, team player and walks on water, please have them contact me ASAP. EOE. Send resume to: Telemedia Broadcasting, Inc. Attn: Jim Herring 4414 Lafayette Blvd., Suite 100 Fredericksburg, VA 22408 Jim Herring <JimHerring@msn.com> Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, July 26, 2001 at 13:59:58 (EDT) Thor finds all of the talk about bashing the competition amusing. It could never happen in this market because of people's thin skins. Thor talks about people on this silly little site and Thor hears nothing but "why is Thor so mean", "Thor is this and Thor is that". You have to have guts to bash and guts to take it. Greg B says he has the guts, Thor doubts it. There was a time the market had the guts to bash each other. The days with Bob a lou, Shadow, John King, The Q morning zoo with McNeal & Dietz and more. Now you have sissies like Lucas, geeks like Greg B and gutless wonders like Truth. Thor would love to see an old fashioned battle, guess Thor will have to continue to watch Coke & Pepsi spots, or SunTrust vs First Union and not Q-94 vs Power. Here's to a bunch of gutless people who wouldn't even know how to street fight. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is in New Orleans, thought Greg B would like to know that. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, July 26, 2001 at 12:13:57 (EDT) Jim, somehow, I just knew you didn't want any of my silly advice:) Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net> Richmond, Virginia USA - Thursday, July 26, 2001 at 11:28:39 (EDT) Jim Jacobs, I checked my email, and I have 23 e-mails from you, with that same virus... What I wanna know is how is my email address on your address book, and if it isn't, then how did I all of a sudden start getting a virus from you??? I never emailed you, and you never emailed me....(before this).... Im lost......; Now back to RICHMOND RADIO: So does Hot 99.3 have any DJ's?? I heard the Doug Banks Show on 106.5.... Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Thursday, July 26, 2001 at 11:28:33 (EDT) Apparently I have been sending out a virus, even people not on my mailing list are getting it with my return address (jjacobs@radiorichmond.com). It has been accompanied by the message: _______________________________________ Hi! How are you? I send you this file in order to have your advice See you later. Thanks ________________________________________ Do NOT open any attachment associated with this message. You can read about the virus here and get a program that will delete it if you have it: http://www.sarc.com/avcenter/venc/data/w32.sircam.worm@mm.html You may receive a second notice as I will also be informing those on my work computer. I apologize for any inconvenience this may caused you. Jim Jacobs <jjacobs@radiorichmond.com> Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, July 26, 2001 at 07:40:33 (EDT) Brian T. - You have to be within about 2 miles of Hot 99.3's stick to pick them up very well. Maybe soon they'll stream the audio on the Net and we'll be able to hear what they're doing. Listener Petersburg, VA USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 22:23:56 (EDT) Can anyone tell me what the progress is on 99.3.... What is Radio One doing with Hot 99.3??? Is it all Hip-Hop, or what???... Do they play slow jams at 10 p.m.??? Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 22:06:25 (EDT) Oh my gosh, Claire. Don't get me started. Anybody else remember the days of Claire? She could be cruel. That truly seems like it happened in another lifetime. Man things have changed and maybe in this case it proves that things weren't always better back in the day. A B USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 21:18:19 (EDT) I can't believe anybody remembers that. I was at XL 102 when the Betty thing happened. Here's the story behind the story, ask Lark Logan, I'll bet she remembers: This had to be just after the Jeffs got to town. The General Manager was Claire Shaffner who wanted to mess with XL's cross-town rival, Q 94. Frankly, I don't remember who the jocks were at the time but Betty was a well known personality. Claire picked the target. I'd be willing to bet those guys didn't even know who Betty was. To say that Claire was eccentric would be an understatement. I too have left radio, and part of the reason was GMs who wanted to be program directors and didn't have a clue. Judging from what's been posted lately, now it's just the program directors who want to be program directors who don't have a clue. Anyway, that's how I remember it, and in that case you're right, it was stupid. My 2 Cents USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 20:57:35 (EDT) Mentioning others stations or other DJ's on your station is pretty stupid. I'm sure Jeff and Jeff wanted to eat their insults about Betty (Bovine) when all of the sudden BANG their owned by the same company and then BANG their in the same building. I've gotta give it to Betty, she was a class act about it (as always...Shadow wasn't as kind of course). I think it is unprofessional and somewhat childish, but that's why I'm not in radio anymore. RADIO HASBEEN USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 20:34:58 (EDT) Drake-Chenault! Oh man! It's crazy to think that about 10 years ago I was MD for a station using these guys and the new adds would come in on GOD FORBID reel-to-reels! YIKES! I remember all too well hearing "One Nation Under A Groove" and "Flashlight" on Q back in the day. As far as bashing competition, why not? If "106.5 The Beat" thinks they can do something better than "Power 92" then I say more "power" (no pun intended) to them. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 20:10:21 (EDT) Regarding talking about the other guys. It really depends on who's doing it and how clever it can be. Your listener lives in the real world and unless they're simply retarded, they're aware of the fact that there are other stations on the dial. So unless you obsess about the other guys and force them to check out a specific that you're obsessing about, I think the casual - if clever or downright funny and insulting remark about an appropriate target - is okay by my. I've worked at XL 102, I've worked for COX, I've worked at Ad agencies - I know Dick Hungate and I've laughed out loud when he gets a good and in my opinion well deserved slam from McKee. Try being the salesperson at a remote with a prima donna as your talent. But everyone's not Jeff and I've heard minor leaguers putting down the other guys in a way that made them seem like 8th graders in a put-down contest. Again, your listeners live in the real world and a clever behind the scenes slam can be thrilling and break the monotony of what radio sounds like these days. On the other hand, coming out of the wrong mouth, it can be downright embarassing. here's my 2 cents USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 19:50:36 (EDT) I agree with Brian T. about coming right out and the BeAT talking junk about Power, but not for the same reason. I think the BeAt should go right after them. They are a known quantity. I'm not going to say what I think Power should do, because I'm rooting for Deja Vu! Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net> Richmond, Virginia USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 16:51:28 (EDT) (gasp!) A top 40 station playing Parliment? That wasn't very "Drake-Chenault" of them. AM, in general, was pretty much dead by '73, but 990 must have held their own for quite awhile here. JJ, I come down on the side of ignoring the competition. Unless you're coming from the bottom of the pack, I don't see any reason to acknowledge them. Why remind people that there is another choice? It seems particularly pointless to me when the stations aren't formatically identical. Here, we have a station that plays nothing but old Rock(babyBoomers), a station that plays nothing but new Rock(GenY), and a station that comes right down the middle(GenX). You have nearly the same thing with DC101,'HFS, and Arrow. I think you guys should ignore DC101 and plow on with your own thing. I can't wait to get up to DC and hear what you're doing with ARROW! Rock on, my friend! Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx> Richmond, Virginia USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 16:42:02 (EDT) JJ, you make a great point.... Not only do some PD's dislike the mention of other stations in the market, but some PD's WONT mention other stations... I think that 106.5 The Beat will have sucess because of the fact that they take risks, and talk junk about Power 92.... I mean, alot of the listeners will listen to 106.5 just to see what they say next... Now all Power would have to do is keep the insults coming about them.... I think that alot of people will then stay locked to a station because they know that they station they are listening to isn't afraid of the competiton. Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 16:05:56 (EDT) A lot of PDs don't want to devote any time, even if it's warranted, ridiculing other stations. This is due to a belief that any mentions you give another station automatically make people want to flip over and find out what your talking about. Others think this kind of back and forth is reactionary. It's true in many cases that if a DJ gets talked about on a competitor's station they must be doing something right. Where do you all as broadcasters fall in this debate? Is an on-air war (real or fake) reactionary or fun? JJ DC, USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 15:22:34 (EDT) Lucas: WANT 990 was it in the 70's for urban, although Q94 was going strong by the mid 70s playing stuff from Chaka Kahn, Donna Summer, The Commodores, Parliament/Funkadelic, etc. as well as stuff like The Eagles, Boston and The Steve Miller Band. Back in those days with FM stereo taking over, it was considered not cool to listen to AM radio. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 13:39:36 (EDT) I used to work at XL 102 back in the day and I remember McKee poking fun at Dick even then. I believe it was all in good fun and from what I hear it still is. Dick's an obvious target, it makes no sense to talk about somebody nobody's heard of. One of the reasons that many program directors won't allow their air personalities to mess with the competition is that they simply don't have the ability to do it correctly. McKee's got the talent to mess with people without making it mean spirited, hell that's what he's done with his audience since he's been on the air, and usually he gets a big hug from them after it's all over. I've always thought it's fun to hear people talk about jocks from other stations on the air, but unless it's done right it could backfire. That being said, Lucas, I admire the difficult job you inherited, trying to fill the shoes of Jeff Beck without trying to be Jeff Beck. Considering it's just you two guys versus the world, the show sounds fresh. Congratulations. I'm also assuming you're voice tracking the show you now do later in the day. Are they paying you any extra cash to do two shifts? Ex Basian USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 12:52:47 (EDT) Do you guys mean to tell me that there was no place in this town during the 70's pumping out a steady diet of Chaka Khan, Cameo, Billy Paul, Bootsey Collins, or the Blackbyrds, except the little MONO AM station? That's amazing! BTW: Dick Hungate gets a regular flogging from the XL-102 morning show. Having met Dick, I realize he's not nearly as inept as we make him out to be. I think public belittling is actually a rider to McKee's contract. And I'm reasonably certian my non-compete requires me to insult him an additional 6 months after my termination. Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net> Richmond, Virginia USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 12:27:35 (EDT) TheDude, I brought that very topic up last week - scroll past the Thor nonsense (if that's possible) to see what I had to say Todd Wolfe USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 09:38:27 (EDT) Congratulations to Jeff Wicker and Sara for their engagement last night! What took you so long?!?!?!? betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 09:14:39 (EDT) Thor, you are sickening. If you knew Greg B you would know what a class act he is and you could only wish you could be like him. You need to get over yourself and go find somewhere else to play. Observer Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, July 25, 2001 at 07:54:28 (EDT) Thor is happy Greg B began talking about local radio stations and not crozet radio stations. Thor has been saying all along, ignore Thor and talk about radio and not about Thor. What do Greg & Truth do, they talk about Thor, then they think they bash Thor and go on their mery little way. Hey Greg B, Thor notices you are a country DJ, surprised you know how to use a computer. Thor bets you still use a turn table and practice the art of slip cuing. Thor has spoekn, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor can't wear a cup Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 22:02:34 (EDT) Yes, I remember WZZR Lazer 93. They played all their songs too fast. They were also all on carts, contrary to what the promos were strongly suggesting. The Q-Zoo had a good time with that, they had a skit where "Lozer 93" got pulled over for speeding. With all the conglomeration these days, it's all too rare that you hear the stations picking at each other so blatantly like that. Some good on air ribbing could be taking place between: XL <-> The Planet B103 -> Lite 98 B103 <-> Q94 The Beat <-> Power 92 Doesn't that sort of thing help build loyalty? Or do consultants nowadays recommend against it for fear of offending listeners? TheDude USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 21:46:58 (EDT) ....sorry I forgot! Magic 99 was a force in the 1980's, several times grabbing number 1 in the book, which was why CDX's owners decided to go head-to-head with them in '87 (how ironic given the 106.5 change recently)....Magic's old format debuted around the beginning of the 1980's....before that, indeed it was WANT at 990, featuring legendary Richmond personalities, including one in our building Lucas...you see him every morning! Rob Witham <thewithams@juno.com> Glen Allen, VA USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 21:39:31 (EDT) As to Lucas' question....Greg, you're on the right track. WZZR signed on in '85 as 93 Lazer, was replaced in early '87 by the hybrid pop/rock format called "The New FM", changing their calls to WCDX and emphasizing that "CD is our middle name"....later in '87, they flipped to urban, debuting Power 93....this was all at the old 92.7 Mechanicsville frequency, done before their move in 1995 to 92.1 when WDYL moved to 105.7 at the same time (I was at 'DYL in '95 when we switched). That "CD" format lasted at most 6 to 8 months.... Rob Witham <thewithams@juno.com> Glen Allen, VA USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 21:33:59 (EDT) The All-New 106.5 has a new website... www.wbtj.com and www.cool1065.com ..... I can tell that the site is not fully running, but at least its a good looking start!! Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 18:24:07 (EDT) Lucas: As well as I remember WCDX came on the air around 1990 (?) as "Power 93" as it was originally on 92.7. The station signed on in the late 1980s as WZZR, "93 Lazer" playing a pop/rock format that positioned itself as being an "all CD" radio station. Before that there was of course "Magic 99" and if I remember correctly, I think it was AM 990 that was WANT that was urban back in the 70's (someone please fell free to correct me if I'm mistaken on any of this) Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 17:37:19 (EDT) I know that Q and XL have been around since '72 and '73. How long has 'CDX been around? Was there a similar type of formatted station on the air here before that? Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net> Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 17:19:08 (EDT) I know that Q and XL has been around since '72 and '73. How long has 'CDX been around? Was there a similar type of formatted station on the air here before that? Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net> Richmond, Virginia USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 17:18:55 (EDT) Ok, since nobody else can come up with something. Somebody discuss local stations. Who is strong and weak, and why? P USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 16:26:24 (EDT) Talking about ANY radio station on any radio board no matter where it might be located is certainly more acceptable than such subjects as Thor's eating grapes with her hands, travel destinations, and whether or not he/she/it can or cannot wear a "B Cup". No one here cares. I hate to disappoint you Thor, but if you think I'm going anywhere because of you and your comments, then you are only fooling yourself. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 14:20:33 (EDT) I totally agree with the post below. At one time this was an interesting site that discussed Richmond radio. Now it's a repository for a select few immature posters who would rather glorify their anonymous psuedonyms than say anything worthwhile. I come back every now and then to see if anything has changed. Sadly, it hasn't. Thor and those like Thor have made this site virtually useless and that's too bad, I'm sure it was set up with the best of intentions. Basie Road Regular USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 13:04:54 (EDT) I spent many years in broadcasting, a good chunk of it in Richmond. I no longer live in the area but like many of my former colleagues, I've been checking back to this site now and then to catch up on what's going on. For a while, it was an interesting repository of information about Richmond Radio. That is no longer the case. While I don't care to comment on whats happened to this board. I would offer the opinion that perhaps the webmaster might wish to go to a registration system and some severe editing to keep this site on track. It may be too late. I sense many have already given up on this board and moved on. Observer USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 11:34:30 (EDT) Thor has a question, what is Thor basher refering to "Stargate fixation?" Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 11:32:33 (EDT) First of all let me appologize. What at first seemed like a harmless prank is no longer such. It would seem that the person with the "Stargate" fixation is in fact a sick individual. Thanks to IPs, the situation will be delt with and that person will soon trouble you no more. Thanks. Former Thor Basher Long Pump, USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 09:20:34 (EDT) It takes just as long to post something useful about Richmond radio as it does to post a complaint about Thor. If you are posting about Thor, you are just as useless as Thor, but less amusing. Radon USA - Tuesday, July 24, 2001 at 03:21:19 (EDT) Thor thanks Greg B and Truth for over reacting about something that's very mindless, this board and the comments on it. Thor has found this board and the reactions to Thor very amusing since February. Since that time, many people have said just what Greg B said. "We will ignore you, we don't like you, we think you are an a** and so on. Over and over again, Thor has come back and caused idiots like both of you to go away. If you continue to post mindless things about silly ass radio stations in Crozet, Thor will talk about it. By the way Truth, over the next few weeks, Thor will be in Orlando, Tampa, New Orleans, Philadelphia and probably Bottoms Bridge too. Thor will also be eating grapes from the hands of her boy friend. Remember, Thor is well endowed.....Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise,Thor can't wear a "b" cup. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Sunday, July 22, 2001 at 18:15:07 (EDT) Okay Thor, I, just like "Truth" had no quarrel with you at all up until this point. You obviously need to get a life if you have nothing better to do with your time than trash anyone and anything that's said on this board especially since you don't even have the guts to post here and use your real name as I and many others do. I'm not going to play any of your childish games with you so don't waste your time. I'm here to talk radio with others with the same interests and your comments as far as I'm concerned will be ignored by myself as I'm sure is being done by the real true professional people who also read this board. So, go right ahead and continue to post your irrelevant comments. It does nothing but show your ignorance and frankly, I find it quite amusing. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Sunday, July 22, 2001 at 16:20:11 (EDT) The things concerning WDCE and WLEE etc. are of interest because they are relevant to the purpose of this board. The same is not true of Thors recent "vacation" to Georgia, trip to Detroit or to NYC, let alone Thor's tanning bed, sexual preferences and moral issues . Thor may laugh at Truth, but the whole laughs at and then pities Thor. Turn your GE Superadio off Thor and stick to watching TV. Reruns of "WKRP" and "Remember WENN" may provide you with more insight to your already vast knowledge of this business. Truth East Coast, VA USA - Saturday, July 21, 2001 at 10:09:06 (EDT) Hey truth, Thor wanted to let you know that WDCE the radio station at U of R is a 100 watt station on a 120 ft stick. There does that make you feel better, how about the old college station at VCU, it was on in the wires of the dorms, how about the old WLEE, the towers were on Broad street. Or how about the old 2001 Club on broad where they had Break Dancing night. Thor guesses Truth likes to read mindless things so Thor is helping you out. Thor is not only a has been, she is a never was and a never will be. Thor is a loser and a drunk, and a whore. Does that make truth feel better. Thor hopes it does. Thor laughs at Truth, Thor figures Truth works at the Bob Evans near Basie Road stuffing himself with dried out sausages and day old pancakes. Thor has spoken, Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor has a burnt butt from her tanning bed. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Saturday, July 21, 2001 at 09:50:49 (EDT) I have never had a personal quarrel with Thor, but now I make an acception. Greg B. asked a serious question concerning the industry and even went so far as to appologize since the question concerned a station outside of the Richmond area. For this he was chastised by the venomous Thor. This unseen entity has declared itself a "Has Been" and is obviously taking out it's resentment on any or all who post here. Please let us all simply ignore this obviously pathetic being and perhaps it will dissipate like so much unwanted "interference". Truth East Coast, VA USA - Saturday, July 21, 2001 at 07:12:32 (EDT) Is it too much to hope for that Thor's tanning bed malfunctions and fries his/her worthless ass to a crisp? Fed Up - Friday, July 20, 2001 at 23:00:25 (EDT) Thor would like to thank Greg B for all of the very interesting information about WVAO or what ever it is called. Thank you so much for letting the rest of us know all about some stupid 300 watt station in the middle of nowhere. Maybe next time you can tell us about your last trip to the dentist, or let us know the rate your 1982 Chevy Nova is rusting. Idiot, try not to type. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor is tanning in the nude right now Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, July 20, 2001 at 21:11:25 (EDT) Lest we forget.....Thor is a Whore. (no offense) Thor Basher Long Pump, VA USA - Friday, July 20, 2001 at 14:03:44 (EDT) Hey Big John: I was told that there's been some changes made to the processing of WVAO which has improved the signal quality. The transmitter site is still, where you said, in it's original location on Little Yellow Mountain. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Friday, July 20, 2001 at 11:41:40 (EDT) Greg B.! WVAO is still transmitting from Little Yellow Mt. in Crozet unless the FCC doesn't know about it, which wouldn't suprise me. Big John Ivy, VA USA - Friday, July 20, 2001 at 04:55:30 (EDT) I know this is mainly for Richmond Radio gab but I'm hoping someone on here could possibly answer a question for me. I've noticed that the signal for WVAO, Oldies 102.3 in Charlottesville seems stronger and clearer than it used to be. I was wondering if the WVAO transmitter has been moved up along side it's Clear Channel sister station WCYK 99.7 transmitter site? Since the city of license is Crozet, the signal used to be weak and full of mulitipath within the city limits of Charlottesville. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 18:17:46 (EDT) Hey Bob Somers, You're right! Now that you said it was Carter Garrett at K92 and WJJS, I realize that I had indeed got him confused with Garet Chester. Thanks for the heads-up! Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 17:59:20 (EDT) Hey Greg B.: I think you've got a couple of folks mixed up with each other. Garet Chester, who used to be on the Q Morning Zoo, is still in Richmond and doing voiceover work for ad agencies and other media production outfits. Carter Garrett, formerly a Q94 weekender in the early 90s, has been at K92 in Roanoke for several years except for a couple of days at WJJS a few months ago (he didn't like the Prophet System and went back to K92). Bob Somers <audimg@aol.com> Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 11:20:00 (EDT) Thor laughes at "One of many observationists". Thor knows the demos of Q-94 & XL, they have always been different. That does not change the fact that they were competitors until they merged into one company. So, please don't tell Thor about who competes with who. Thor can tell oberservation boy is a bit clueless, too bad, Thor is sad. Thor has spoken, Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor might get a job as a window washer in NYC Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 10:48:47 (EDT) Thanks, Danforth. Back atcha! Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 08:55:39 (EDT) Thanks, Danforth. Back atcha! Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 08:55:39 (EDT) It's nice to know others feel the same way I do, and I'm not just shouting into the cyber-wind. Thor, true, it does take more than just words to make a difference, and the nature of the biz is to constantly move forward, but bringing up past success doesn't make me a historian or make me against pushing forward. On the contrary, I see this issue is where Richmond as a whole is behind and needs to move forward to catch up. As for my direct involvement in the progress of my station and of the market, I am one to make suggestions when I get the occasional stroke of genius, but realistically, can my current position of one airshift-a-weekend offer me more opportunity to change the attitude of the market as a whole? No. I go in and do the best show I can every time I'm in the studio, and play my current role to its fullest. I am always looking for the right opening to be able to contribute in a larger way, and I hope the opportunity presents itself. But for now, it was my intention to share my thoughts here because I know that higher-ups on both sides of the field at least read this board occasionally, and if the thoughts can get out there, and if enough people agree, the potential is there for some great radio here in town. Thor, as far as questioning my guts, well, I am one of the few that will sign their name to their posts here. And to give my props to someone who still defends his station pride, Lucas, you keep believing in your station. If the people who work there don't care, nobody outside of the studio will either. Todd Wolfe <twolfe2001@msn.com> RIC, VA USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 08:02:14 (EDT) Um, Thor. RVQ has not competed with XL since the early 80's. One targets men, one targets women. One of the many observationists Observatory, VA USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 04:33:23 (EDT) Sorry, their, not they're. I can spell, I just don't proofread. Button Pusher & Mic Kisser USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 00:19:30 (EDT) Todd, you're right. This market is full of apathetic radio people, that don't push any envelopes. Everybody is too afraid to stir it up. We need people to sit up and notice what's going on with they're radio. I'll see what I can do to change that. Button Pusher & Mic Kisser Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, July 19, 2001 at 00:18:04 (EDT) Hey Dreg, Thor is not a wannabe, Thor is a has been. Thor has spoken again..Thor is brave, Thor is wise chews gum with her mouth wide open. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Wednesday, July 18, 2001 at 17:58:23 (EDT) Hey Todd, Thor thinks you are correct, there are no more battles. There hasn't been a good one since August of 1988. That was the last time RVQ kicked Xl's rear on the street. Tood bad, Thor knows those days were fun. But what Thor is looking for are more Pioneers and less historians, so Todd, be a Pioneer and start kicking butt. All it takes is one person to start it, Thor wants to know if you have more guts than just posting to the seven people who read this board. Thor has spoken. Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor eats shrimp with the shell still attached. Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Wednesday, July 18, 2001 at 17:55:05 (EDT) All right.... In the time I've been reading posts here, I have seen this board go from a decent gathering of radio people here in town, to a vent-your-frustrations-over-CC, now to a group of anonymous name callers. There have been some folks calling for some real radio discussion around here, so here is a question I pose to you: Since I've been in Richmond Radio, which goes back to to the 104.7 Buzz days - I know it's a small amount of time compared to some who come here, but this whole time I have had one glaring fact stare me in the face - Why is this market so passive about promotions?!? Doesn't anyone enjoy a good, old-fashioned street war anymore? Everyone plays nice here... I realize that the corporate takeover of the business has made strategy a different animal with 4 or 5 stations now promoting the same event as their own(?) (Shows at Innsbrook brought to you by Sportsradio?!?) But there is no rivalry here... I've been around a fair share, & I've never seen anything like this in any other market I've been in, whether bigger or smaller than here. Is it laziness? I'm a NY-er originally, so do I have too much angst woven into the fabric of me? Could be. I do tend to yell at other drivers on I-195 a lot... One of my favorite radio memories is showing up to a competitor's Summer Concert & flooding the crowd with our bumper stickers. The hosting station was so upset they started berating the people (aka the people they gave tix to...) holding up our stickers at them - bad move. By the end of the night their station van was entirely covered - ENTIRELY COVERED in our logos. It was beautiful. We would go back & forth with these guys at concerts, festivals, sporting events, any neutral event that the upper hand could be won was a battle. And you know what? It was damn fun. And you know who loved it the most? The listeners. It was something they could be part of. The market chose sides. The listeners became a crucial part of the promotions of the radio stations - on both sides. We took plenty of crap from their supporters too. It drove us all to get better, to one-up the other guy. It was never mean-spirited, either, it just made for really fun radio. Why doesn't this kind of stuff happen here? How many station vehicles (from ALL stations) sit idle EVERY weekend when there's something going on in town... I really would like to hear the opinions of the more serious posters here, because it affects all of us, regardless of FT vs PT, airshift, station, format, or which corporation writes your paycheck. This is OUR market. Let's do something besides whine about it. Todd Wolfe <twolfe@msn.com> Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, July 18, 2001 at 09:00:09 (EDT) It's Hump Day! And Thor is a Whore! (no offense) Thor Basher Long Pump, VA USA - Wednesday, July 18, 2001 at 08:28:30 (EDT) Yeah, I remember Parker Field. And Mr. Bad Joke. What was the song? "Make me so queasy, that I wanna choke.."? Eur a pee-in. Doesn't Matter VA USA - Wednesday, July 18, 2001 at 06:43:22 (EDT) I sure do like your style, Greg B money Danforth <dannycougar@farts.com> RVA, BOOBIES - Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 12:36:07 (EDT) Doesn't Matter: I don't know Garrett Chester personally, but the last I heard he was at K92 in Roanoke. I have no clue as to if he's still there or not. I too remember very well listening to Jon Barry on Q94 back in the day. He's a "class act" and I'm glad to be working in the same facility with him now. I also remember listening to Bobalou on Q back then as well. I had the pleasure of working with him back in the late 1980's at "Mix 106"(pre-WVGO). Here I go dating myself here, but I grew up listening to Q94 starting around about the summer of '75. I have to admit, the kind of radio I heard back then was what inspired me to God forbid, get into this crazy business myself. That was real radio, not the cookie-cutter, "just read-the-cue-cards and play-those-tested-songs", computer-generated stuff that we have now. Sure, like anyone, I'll take full advantage of the automation system and throw in a couple of voice tracks and run down the hall to the can, something we couldn't have done a few years ago. The sad thing is that these systems were originally designed to enhance an on-air personality's performance. Instead in most cases, the computer is being used to replace the personality all in the name of saving some monster company a few bucks. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 11:07:26 (EDT) Thor is a Whore. (no offense) Thor Basher Long Pump, VA USA - Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 09:20:52 (EDT) The 50kw at 630khz rumor started at the rumor mill known as "Radio Ready" where a ton of wannabees like Thor hang out. Closest people like her and them have ever been is watching reruns of "WKRP in Cincinatti". Think this message board is bad? Try there. Dregs Anywhere, USA - Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 09:03:21 (EDT) Parker Field, Radar Dodge, Right Righteous and Reverant Harold Dean Sasser, Wanda Bondage, Susan B. Anthony Jones, Betty Bodine, Bob McNeill and Corey Deitz. Those were the good ole days. A Fan USA - Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 08:28:36 (EDT) OK, here's a radio topic. Which was better..old or new? I used to drive to work listening to John Berry on Q94 in the morning. This was (obviously) years ago. Then it was Bobbalou. First, what happened to Garrett Chester? Second, which is better between the genre? Todays morning shows, or yesterdays? Doesn't Matter VA USA - Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 06:39:18 (EDT) Why do people post on here to complain about other people who don't post about radio? If you want to talk radio, talk radio. Please, somebody start a radio discussion. P USA - Tuesday, July 17, 2001 at 03:04:32 (EDT) Still stings these shattered nerves Pigs we get what pigs deserve. depressed USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 23:24:51 (EDT) The WMC-AM Clear Channel rumor was started by someone as a prank on another board. The idea being that you could put any tidbit of info on a radio board, and a lot of people will take it as gospel. And so it goes. The Insider USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 22:30:55 (EDT) WMC is a 5kw AM station owned by Infinity and located located in Memphis Tenn.. Clear Channel doesn't seem to care very much about their AM stations and seems to use them as a tax write-off. Case in point, WKOX in the Boston, MA suburb of Framingham that has had a CP to increase it's power to 50kw since God knows when. Look for the CP to lapse. Look what they have done to the once mighty WRVA! Alden Arroe would turn over in his grave. Here in C'ville, WCHV and WKAV are merely on thr air. So why even consider a 50kw AM station in Richmond at 630khz? Even if they could find a practical way to protect WMAL in Washington DC. Looks like a rumor to me. BTW, the FCC CDBS shows no new applications concerning the above as of today. Looks like a rumor. Play nice now. Big John Ivy, VA USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 20:17:13 (EDT) From what I gather, Clear Channel has just gotten approval for yet another 50Kw AM here in Richmond on 630AM. Truth Richmond, VA USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 19:04:46 (EDT) You bet, Brian T. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 18:55:11 (EDT) WMC-AM 630 50,000 watt Clear channel , just approved by the FCC. Oldies/Talk. Anyone know anything on this? Web Surfer Midlothian, VA USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 18:19:15 (EDT) Cant we just get along? Rodney <rodk@whupass.com> Jail, CA USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 17:20:54 (EDT) "Roses are red, Violets are blue, Thor is a Whore, It's True! It's True!" ("I'ts True, It'sTrue", is a copywright of The World Wrestling Federation) Truth East Coast, USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 12:44:46 (EDT) There once was a "post-er" named Thor, Whose first person made others quite sore The things that she wrote, Got some people's goat and in turn they called her a whore. Shotgun John <john.staton.bv7d@statefarm.com> Dillwyn, VA USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 12:21:17 (EDT) "Some posts we read, some we ignore, This fact remains, Thor is a Whore". (no offense) Thor Basher Long Pump, VA USA - Monday, July 16, 2001 at 07:50:53 (EDT) Greg B, I'm like you... And before you switch boards, email me, and let me know what board you switched to. Aight... peace. Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com> Murfreesboro, NC USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 23:29:47 (EDT) Come on,Thor! You gotta get the metering right!~ betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 18:22:16 (EDT) Some people said Thor was a whore, others told tales and added Thor to the local folklore..... Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com> Short Pump, Va USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 18:09:06 (EDT) I'll start it, you guys have to add to it: There once was a "post-er" named Thor Who's first-person made others quite sore.......... betty bodine <gettbent@home.com> USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 17:27:58 (EDT) WHOOOOO! My grammar sucks, don't it? :-) Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 17:04:43 (EDT) I agree with Bobalou. Let's either somehow get back the "real" radio folks back on here or let's find a new place to post. Greg B <ACountryDJ@aol.com> USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 17:02:33 (EDT) The true ID of "enguneer"----MIKE SICA!!!!(formerly with the now defunct ABS communications) Spoiler USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 15:12:36 (EDT) Hey Jim,try checking out the availabilty of these calls,WRGM(the MOR & later Jazz station that once occupied 1540),or WELK(once a heritage top 40 in Charlottesville,but "Welk" would fit this format).Have you thought about just going for the WVBB calls once Salem dumps 'em.Maybe go for the old Channel 8 calls WXEX.Maybe the original calls that were on 98.1 in the 60's WCOD.Also,WXEZ,formerly on 94.1 in Norfolk,or maybe the old WQSF calls that were on the old "Soft 96"(now the Planet).Just throwing 'em out here. Cryptic USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 15:00:45 (EDT) anyone know if Q94 is bringing back "party radio", or any type of dance music on the weekend? just wondering richmond, va USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 13:27:40 (EDT) Big John regarding nighttimes on WVNZ “Unforgettable“ 1320. We are broadcasting at night now with a mega flame throwing 8 watts. How could you miss it? Before we put it on for real we tested it. I didn’t think it would get off the tower. We drove around and were quite pleased with the coverage from such a small wattage. The directional array is near Phillip Morris and does a decent job on the South Side and parts of the City. We had a transmitter failure and had to use it during the day, it got into the West End. We are planning another ambitious sports schedule and have again just about sold out our nights. Jim Jacobs, The Next Governor Of The Commonwealth Of Virginia <jjacobs@radiorichmond.com> Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 13:24:16 (EDT) Good luck with the new format on 1320 Jim. Do you think that sometime in the future 1320 will go nights? I know that they have an unapplied for request for 8 watts, but that might not be worth the trouble would it? Big John Ivy, VA USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 12:59:43 (EDT) After everything I've done, I hate myself for what I've become. depressed USA - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 10:17:33 (EDT) shat th34 fci ou p ysouyn neoiwn, wockd, wsdousdad..af avudo!!! Whatever Gars, za - Sunday, July 15, 2001 at 02:51:34 (EDT)

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