Richmond Radio Graffiti Board

Richmond Radio Graffiti Board Archives Page 5
(3/4/01 - 3/15/01)

To "know me" :Thanks for setting me straight.Have a good day at the TV station tommorow.
walking encyclopedia
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 22:27:51 (EST)

Thoir says that if walking e has been talking about nothing but radio since 1969, then two things are true: #1. Walking e is old and wrinkled, and #2. Walking E is a geeky hippie. Smoke a doobie, but please try not to talk or write.
Thor <Thor@hineywine.net>
Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 22:27:47 (EST)

Walking E... Close but no cigar on the 104.7 scenario. They had a T1 from Wilkinson Rd. to Crewe. Here comes a BIG clue as to who I am... When I was there, I did work out a complex combination of STL hops to distribute the audio to all stations EXCEPT 104.7. The distance and terrain limitations made it impossible to get a shot to that site, without renting space on someone else's tower. (I did it all on towers owned or controlled by Radio One.) The only way to get there is by T1. The reason they were off the air is they lost at least one more bullet in the transmission line at about 300'. I suggested long ago they blow off the rigid line and go to heliax. I would guess what they lost in revenue last weekend would have paid for the heliax, installation, and many nights at the Paper Moon for the tower crew. Oh, well. It's only money. At least where I am now they respect and listen to my ideas. IMHO, Viacom/Infinity/CBS is the only real broadcaster left in the business. We have our bottom line pressures, but we are managed, run, and owned by broadcasters, and our product is king.
You wouldn't know me anyway. O.K. You would.
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 22:22:23 (EST)

Can anybody tell me the latest major body to leave Radio One and defect to one of the Big Boys?
Cryptic
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 21:58:01 (EST)

Well,at least Thor got "on the bus" on why we are all here.I think I hit a nerve,I think I exposed Thor's true ID.Hey Thor,anybody who knows me will tell you I have talked about radio,a lot,going all the way back to 1969(Right Bob Summers?Can I get a witness somebody?)
walking encyclopedia
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 21:27:43 (EST)

Thor is all things to all people. Thor does not know what Walking is sputurring about and Thor does not care. Walking should talk about Richmond Radio and not about Thor. Thor has begun to talk about Richmond radio and not about Thor. Walking probably needs a lot of pictures so walking can understand things better. In Thor's next posting, Thor will try to use smaller words for walking so Walking can understand. Thor will be rolling tape on Tim tomorrow, Thor is sad, sad becuase Tim is leaving and sad because Walking is stupid.
Thor <Thor@hineywine.net>
Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 21:08:49 (EST)

Alright. I'll bite. Does anyone care about Y101? Or is it another puny frequency in a mediocre market? BTW, how's the Camaro, Javier? I'm behind in the Midlo tolls every now and again...
c2p <seize@juno.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 20:52:34 (EST)

I think I have figured out who Thor really is,or might be.Without getting too specific,she is either somebody who got passed over years ago at a station so the GM could hire his daughter.She might be a former sex talk operator who later got into alternative music.She could be someone who hated Bender.She might be a widow who lost a lawsuit.Or,possibly,someone who almost(but didn't) stage dive drunk into a crowd at The old Flood Zone back in the 90's.Hey Thor,I think you are ONE of the people I descibed.So who are you? Pick one:Passed Over Woman,Sex Talk Girl,Bender Hater,Lawsuit Loser, or Stage Diver.If it's really a guy,I think it could be one of the following:The Fake Engineer who once got decked back in the 70's by a local morning host for impersonating him(and that's the tip of the iceberg on THAT guy),a guy with no eyebrows who got fired from CC in '96,A guy who thought he could make it in Calif recently at KIIS but came back in disgrace(because,HE SUCKS!!).Or someone who got fired for busting a window on a vehecle that did not belong to him.Or,maybe,a guy who had a bad cable show.Okay Thor,could you be the Impersonater Engineer,Mr. No Eyebrows,Mr No Talent In California,or Mr Window Breaker,or Bad Cable Man?.All of the people above are seperate individuals.I think ONE them is YOU!
walking encyclopedia
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 20:38:41 (EST)

Ralf the Elf, in the parlance of Jim Jacobs'"The Big Show", M-F, 3-6, on HotTalk990---BITE ME! Yes, dear, the sun'll come up tomorrow, betcher bottom dollar that tomorrow, there'll be sun...But there won't be a single shred of QUALITY radio in THIS City, a city complete with a tennis player on Monument Avenue, a tennis player whose concerns went beyond tennis, much as Timberlake's concerns, and those of Tansy and Lucy and Aaroe, went beyond radio. That's what we mourn even more than the butchery of The CC Corporate Stooges...Maybe you can parlay your vast knowledge of Radio and all its nuances into a two-gig career---just like Randall Bloomquist.
Peripherally Impacted Listener
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 19:01:10 (EST)

I've heard from reliable people that The "new" Magic 105.7 will debut Monday @ 6a.I have also heard that 99.3 WILL be gospel,but it will be awhile before it's set up.The reason for the delay of the move to 105.7 AND the reason Kiss was off the air was simple,they had already planned a move of Kiss from Wilkinson Rd over to Emerywood over the weekend and this week,I believe that the off air period was because they were rehooking Kiss's stl into Emerywood.(Kiss' STL set is a bit involved).I think the reasoning for shutting off 105.7's transmitter was to blow off ALL the remaining country listeners so when Magic debuts on 105.7 they will only have to put up with a few "culture shocked" country fans calling in to gripe.(Shades of when the Bear turned into the Buzz back in '95)
walking encyclopedia
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 19:00:09 (EST)

In answer to the question about Jim Quinn.He left Richmond a few years ago to go work in Atlanta,I think he married someone down there.Oh,does anybody remember Ken Coada?He left Richmond several months ago for Florida and a full time career as a housepainter.
walking encyclopedia
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 17:48:50 (EST)

Is this a Dungeons & Dragons message board or what?
Dr. NO
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 15:30:24 (EST)

Thor thinks Ralph the elf is Ralph wimmer. Thor does not like Ralph the elf, Thor thinks Ralph's comments are the rantings of a radio rookie. Thor would never take Ralph's advice, or Thor would end up a loser. Thor is sad that tomorrow is Tim's last day and Thor regrets Tim must leave. Thor thinks a Roanoke radio board would last about two days since there is nothing to talk about in Roanoke except chewing tobacco. Ralph, Thor says do not post on this board anymore,Raplph's preaching is giving Thor menstral cramps.
Thor <Thor@hineywine.net>
Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 13:31:11 (EST)

Carter, I'm right here, bro! ".....having the beef stew, would you like a roll with it, honey?"
BTO
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 13:30:13 (EST)

Carter, you've inspired me to create a Roanoke Radio message board. Anybody who's interested in posting anything about Roanoke radio, feel free to click on the link. Spread the word!
Arthur <Theavenger5838@yahoo.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 10:33:02 (EST)

David Lee is right on...WRVA/WRVQ-94 were the Elite, an unbeatable combo, SUPER-SIZE, that menu. The magic, "high a-top churchill has vanished, but most of us have our memories(airchecks.) Sommers, you're right, we need a board like this in Roanoke. Give everyone my best. "BTO," where are you? Does anyone know where Jim Quinn is, his whereabouts?
Carter G <Carterg@k-92mail.com>
Roanoke, Va USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 02:24:45 (EST)

Avid Listener, thanks for the love, bro! Our's is a simple philosophy, play new music first, less commercials, less talk, and give the people what they want. Club 107 will be back soon. About the oldies, we're playing more 80's dance (songs I grew up with that you don't hear anymore)...
Javier <Jav107@mediaone.net>
USA - Thursday, March 15, 2001 at 00:56:37 (EST)

Hey, David -- you said this..."we should respect the elite group that we are a member of"...I spent a lot of time in radio, did a lot of shows in various markets and scored a lot of rating points. Even made a buck or two, which is why I can fart around on message boards now. You need to know this: we are not elite, not by any means. We're just plain folks who happen to have a more visible job than the guy who stuffs tobacco into paper tubes. I'm sure that Tim would agree with that. The sooner you get to understand that, the better. Once you do, you'll be MUCH better on the air. Record Tim's last show, keep it on CD, listen to it over and over and you'll never get any better. But if you figure out what makes Tim or Jacobs special, and emulate it, you'll be a star. BTW, why does this board seem to be only for Q alumni or wannabes?
ralf the elf
USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 23:20:48 (EST)

Ralf...well , we can agree on one thing...yes when tim is done, the sun will once again rise, the birds will sing, and the flowers will bloom. and yes, tim may re-appear on another station another day, and michael jordan may play basketball for the wizards...but, you know what...it's not the same.... when a fixture of the media, turns the mike off for the last time, that magic is gone. it's not may intent to make it bigger than it is, it's my personal wish to get a copy of his last broadcast, i won't be able to hear it. it's also my intent as well as some other posters here to acknowledge our respect for tim. finally, this board should not be about who sucks and who doesn't, there's plenty of other places for that. this medium we have choosen is a shinking family, and as opposed to tearing each other down...we should respect the elite group that we are a member of. what attracted me to these board was the quality and level of talent and intellect that posted here. but then again, on those other boards....the venom spewers don't sign their posts....they hide behind assumed names, but that way it' s eaiser to tear someone down, isn't it ralf?
David Lee Michaels <wjjsdl@ix.netcom.com>
roanoke, va USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 21:05:31 (EST)

One more thing... David Lee Michaels also wrote: "they were and are WRVA...one of the most respected radio stations in america." *Have you ever been anywhere else, David? Guess what? Ask about WRVA in Denver or Philly or St. Louis or Seattle or LA and people will just furrow their brows and say "Huh?" Sorry to burst the bubble, but the 50kw's of WRVA means NOTHING outside of the Richmond market. And it hasn't for years. Docket 80-90 and its descendants have given EVERY small town in America its own radio station, successful or not. There are no more clear channel signals and there are way too many media choices for clears to mean anything anymore anyway. Of course, the fundamental underpinning of the Richmond market is tradition...and that's way out of date, too. Sure these people move on, times change, but these are the same people that paved the way for broadcasters like myself and the others that post here. That is to be respected, it's pesonalities like Tim Timberlake that make radio entetaining...his departure is one"less" personality/entertainer on the airwaves. but most importantly, Tim Timberlake is a friend. In this business highly inflated ego's Tim was never to busy...to find out how you were doing, listen to what was going on in your world, and considered you an equal. His last airshift at WRVA...the 50,000 watt voice of virginia...wil mean something to me, and many others who know and respect tim. If, ralf, you are in radio...don't disrespect those who came before you....because it's they who make it possible for you to do what you do. Dacid Lee Michaels
ralf the elf
USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 20:55:40 (EST)

David Lee Michaels wrote: "Somehow i get the sneaky suspition "ralf the elf" may be thor" *Not a chance.* "most importantly, Tim Timberlake is a friend" *Tim's a great guy, I know. We worked together once upon a time.* "If, ralf, you are in radio...don't disrespect those who came before you....because it's they who make it possible for you to do what you do." *Actually, I came before him, in radio at least and Tim has never had anything to do with what I do. Yup, it'll be sad without him on the air, but y'know what? The very next day, the sun will rise, the clouds will blow across the sky and all will be just as it was before. And Tim will wake up and say to himself, "hey, self...gotta get another job." And he'll either become another John Hartman and do furniture commercials for the rest of his useful life or sign on with another radio station to do what's easiest. My bet is that he's back on the air within three months, revelling in the kiss-ass adoration he'll get from underserved Richmond radio listeners.*
ralf the elf
USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 20:37:23 (EST)

SKIP!!! y dont' yuo try usinng thhe spel ckek evary onece and a whyle? love ya, T... $?
Tyler T <btylert@msn.com>
richmond, USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 18:25:16 (EST)

Regarding the post Q94 being alot like Norfolk's Z104. They couldnt be any more opposite. Z104 is first with new music, is not repetitive, and plays half the promo/commerical time Q94 does. Another thought, Dance Hits 107 sounds great and is getting better, only if they would drop the oldies. Bring back Club 107 and Q, bring back the 12 noon energy workout deal. Just some thoughts.
Avid Listener <Jetski123@hotmail.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 18:20:57 (EST)

great thor..now i can take your off the christmas card list.
David Lee Michaels <wjjsdl@ix.netcom.com>
roanoke, va USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 17:17:29 (EST)

Thor is not Ralph the elf, Thor is better than any elf. Thor likes Tim Thor does not like David Lee Michaels.
Thor <Thor@Hinewine.net>
Short Pump, VA USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 16:48:09 (EST)

Somehow i get the sneaky suspition "ralf the elf" may be thor...but none the less..ralf...you ask "why all the hoopla about tim timberlake"...because tim timberlake, like alden aaroe, lou dean, jim jacobs, jerry lund...they were and are WRVA...one of the most respected radio stations in america. Sure these people move on, times change, but these are the same people that paved the way for broadcasters like myself and the others that post here. That is to be respected, it's pesonalities like Tim Timberlake that make radio entetaining...his departure is one"less" personality/entertainer on the airwaves. but most importantly, Tim Timberlake is a friend. In this business highly inflated ego's Tim was never to busy...to find out how you were doing, listen to what was going on in your world, and considered you an equal. His last airshift at WRVA...the 50,000 watt voice of virginia...wil mean something to me, and many others who know and respect tim. If, ralf, you are in radio...don't disrespect those who came before you....because it's they who make it possible for you to do what you do.
Dacid Lee Michaels <wjjsdl@ix.netcom.com>
roanoke, va USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 16:37:11 (EST)

Brian T, Z and Q are so differnt, the market is not the same as in Richmond we never play backstreet boys or any of the same at Z. In the Mornings you would never play lil kim at Q , but at Z all the time. Thank you, LOve Skip.
Skip <Skip@z104.com>
USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 09:56:06 (EST)

Hey Brian T...I don't know what you're smokin' in NC but Q94 in Richmond is NOT a TWIN to Z104 Norfolk. The music they share is just the normal crossover hits that two seperate formats share. If you researched their playlist or listened to both you'd hear the difference. If Z104 Norfolk/Va, Beach was in Richmond, Q94 would have about a 2 share...Z104 Norfolk has always done well in their current format (Rhythm Top 40)and I believe outbills WOWI on a regular basis. Now you know.
I Just Know
Richmond, Va USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 09:27:15 (EST)

Anybody care to do a breakdown of the morket? Strengths and weaknesses of the players? Who is on target, who is off? Who sounds good?
random name
USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 08:22:46 (EST)

I didn't really type 5000kw/1800kw, did I?

(checks previous message)

(slaps self in head, mutters "dumbs**t" to self)

Let's try this again -- WLEE wants to upgrade to 5000w daytime/1800w nighttime. Those are also the power specs requested for the CP I mentioned.

(reminds self that posting after midnight and before sleep is very, very risky)

Rob Hoffmann <robster@primenet.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 08:09:03 (EST)

Damn you Betty!!!
Skip <Skip@Z104.com>
USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 05:51:32 (EST)

Do people still listen to ancient modulation? Shortwave probably has better ratings. I think it's about time this country got off it's arse and started broadcasting digital terrestrial signals.
digital daddy
USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 00:28:53 (EST)

I don't believe I've ever heard of a 5000kw station. 5000 x 1000 = 5,000,000 watts!!! Must be a typo.
metric master
USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 00:21:56 (EST)

We see the mentality that is killing radio now, don't we?

Here's the fundamental problem -- and it's not just radio, but that's what we are talking about. In the last few days, during the swan dive of the stock markets, it's been repeated and repeated that simply earning money isn't enough for stock holders anymore. Companies must continue to "sharply increase earnings every year". Obviously, this is a fundamentally ridiculous statement. Companies have flat years, they can't raise the price of their product enough to create increased earnings... and so we get to what we have at Cheap Channel. Companies attempting to downsize their way to the immense and increased profits Wall Street demands. Eventually, Cheap Channel won't be able to do it year in and year out... and will collapse from within. I figure two years, especially given that the FCC is sniffing about redesigning the market definitions to align with Arbitron's, which will mean CC will have divestiture problems.

So the pendulum will swing, and I hope it hits "the elf" between the eyes, and before you laugh at WLEE, they have a CP request in front of the FCC that would take them to a perfectly serviceable 5000kw day/1800kw night pattern from antennas in Short Pump. Although whether the WLEE name would be on 990AM is another issue. See, there's another CP that I tripped over while wandering the FCC database that would probably impact on the WLEE name... :)

Rob Hoffmann <robster@primenet.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 00:07:58 (EST)

Without listeners there would be no reason for advertisers to spend MONEY advertising on radio stations. If listeners aren't important anymore, then hopefully radios around Richmond will be turned off. Then when ratings drop, and so will the MONEY advertisers are paying to CC and Randall Bloomquist....The outrage that has been expressed by listeners of WRVA and WRNL has not been just to the TD, but also to WRVA/WRNL itself and here on this board. I hope Scrooge's elf and cooporate big wigs LISTEN to the PEOPLE who help bring the advertisers MONEY into their stations. AAA has already dropped it's sponsorship at WRVA. What advertiser will be next to say adios to WRVA when ratings of the LISTENERSHIP drop because the programming and news operation is no longer worth listening too?
No Radio Guru
USA - Wednesday, March 14, 2001 at 00:06:30 (EST)

Written here: "In regards to Tim Timberlake leaving WRVA. I don't think the few words written on this board have done justice to the extent to which Randall Bloomquist (aka Rancid Boombox) has aggravated Richmond listeners." Who cares about listeners? Radio is about shareholders, right? I used to care about listeners when it was my name on the line. Now that it's my MONEY on the line, things are different. "I suggest checking out the "letters to the editor," the "Punchbag," and the sports section of the TD and read the comments listeners have expressed regarding Bob Black's firing from WRNL, Tim Timberlakes leaving at WRVA, and the other "changes" Bloomquist has made at WRVA and WRNL." Yeah, and so? Newspaper readers are what percentage of radio listeners? "Voices that have represented Richmond and ARE Richmond radio are being lost left and right, causing the outraged that is being expressed." Ohferchrissake, GETOVERIT! There IS life after Timberlake. He wasn't that good anyway. "Tim Timberlake may wind up at WLEE or another one of the independent stations in Richmond if he chooses to pursue that and the stations want him there. I will make a slight prediction...If Tim Timberlake does come back to radio (and it's with WLEE), I bet WLEE will surpass WRVA with the combination of Timberlake in the morning and Jim Jacobs in the afternoon." Right. Like WLEE has a signal that can compare to 1140. They'll be just a wee little baby in the belly of radio. Jim, Tim, good luck to ya. But you lose. Go back to sleep now, y'hear?
ralf the elf
USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 23:33:59 (EST)

Quick thoughts: In regards to Tim Timberlake leaving WRVA. I don't think the few words written on this board have done justice to the extent to which Randall Bloomquist (aka Rancid Boombox) has aggravated Richmond listeners. I suggest checking out the "letters to the editor," the "Punchbag," and the sports section of the TD and read the comments listeners have expressed regarding Bob Black's firing from WRNL, Tim Timberlakes leaving at WRVA, and the other "changes" Bloomquist has made at WRVA and WRNL. Voices that have represented Richmond and ARE Richmond radio are being lost left and right, causing the outraged that is being expressed. Tim Timberlake may wind up at WLEE or another one of the independent stations in Richmond if he chooses to pursue that and the stations want him there. [ I will make a slight prediction...If Tim Timberlake does come back to radio (and it's with WLEE), I bet WLEE will surpass WRVA with the combination of Timberlake in the morning and Jim Jacobs in the afternoon. ] ......... Quick Note: According to FMQB reports that Travis Dylan (formally of WRVQ, Q94) has for the time taken over PD responsibilities at K92 in Roanoke since the former PD has left town...and Skip ("The Intern", formally of WRVQ) now at WNVZ has some new partners for the mornings down at Z104 according to FMQB. Troy Shannon returns and brings along Heather Potter to join Skip in the morning. ... Later
No Radio Guru
USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 23:08:16 (EST)

Carter G. Glad to see you're on the board. How's everything going in the star city? I hope you're keeping Travis D. in line? I work at Q part-time on the weekends so I get to hear all types of radio stories from Shotgun, Bob-a-lou and Somers. Hot Damn! Tell Sherri hello for me. I think she's the only one from the early 90s that's still in the office? By the way...it's Brett Thunder '92-'94. Back when Mo and Sally were in the morning...or was it Slam and Sally?
Jay Stevens
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 22:44:01 (EST)

I read this here: "Tim Timberlake retires...on friday. truely an era comes to a close! is anyone going to tape it and make copies avaliable? please let me know, and how much." Good grief. I mean, I like Tim and everything, but is this the way it ends? With such a great sighing and heaving of the collective Listeners' breasts? He's not Jesus or anything, y'know? People, it's just one more guy who couldn't get along with new management bowing out gracefully. You'll forget he even existed in a few weeks. And I'll bet a dollar he shows up on one of the remaining independently owned AM radio stations as soon as he can make the deal. Tim wants us all kiss to his butt and I, for one, have no intention of pursing my lips to do it. Buh-bye, Tim. On with life, listeners. All I want is the news and the weather. I DO NOT need this butthead.
ralf the elf
USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 21:21:07 (EST)

It's interesting to read the comments here about Rancid Boombox and his ongoing destruction of the once-mighty WRVA. But we're just radio people and the suits at CC don't care what we think, we're not paid to have an opinion. We're just supposed to blindly do what they say and take the blame like professionals when the numbers go into the toilet. What I find more interesting, though, is what Mr. and Ms. Average Radio Listener have had to say on the Letters to the Editor page of the Richmond Times Dispatch. No one has written to say they like the new WRVA, but a whole lot have written to say they don't. I really liked the one today from a Paula Winik of Richmond. She writes......." As a loyal listener of WRVA and an avid reader of your paper, I have a simple request. Could you please enlarge the photo of Randall Bloomquist so I could use it as a dartboard?"......Well spoken Paula, I love it!!!!
Sorry, I work for CC and must be discrete
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 20:33:41 (EST)

Tim Timberlake retires...on friday. truely an era comes to a close! is anyone going to tape it and make copies avaliable? please let me know, and how much.
David Lee Michaels <wjjsdl@ix.netcom.com>
roanoke, va USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 19:42:07 (EST)

WE....about Aylett's statewide network for K92, that was the plan. In fact at one point he was considering buying 92.3 in ashville, nc, for the same purpose. Why he backed out of the deal for WVGO, i'm not sure. He had a 6th sense about things of that nature, and i think he just at the time felt it wasn't right. he lost quite a bit of money, by backing out...so i have to believe, something about it all must have really bothered him. Aylett was very forward thinking and aggresive for his time....and he loved personality.
David Lee Michaels <wjjsdl@ix.netcom.com>
roanoke, USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 19:40:18 (EST)

Like Bob asked, does anyone know why 104.7's transmitter went out? Are they back up yet. I thought that it was just my radio loosing its signal. What makes that station so great, is that I can pick it up where I live Murfreesboro (about 110 miles away), as well as in Durham, NC (about 170 miles away)... Thats what I call power... And as for Richmond needing a jumpstart. Somebody hit 64 and come take a listen to Norfolk Radio, it is the best I have ever heard it. And it still may grow.. Clear Channel is doing good over here... They just hired an entire staff for the new WBHH-92.1(all Hip-Hop) ... No voice tracking or anything... I think that its because WOWI (a clearchannel station), has been #1 for 10 years in a row... Thats good... Beating (the "q94" twin) z104, like a bad child... ha, ha, ha
Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com>
Murfreesboro, NC USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 18:47:28 (EST)

Any one find out what the trouble was over at 104.7 this past weekend? I was in passing through the Richmond area yesterday taking mother-in-law..(or should that be out-law?..hmmm) to UVA hospital at Charlottesville...scanned the band..both AM/FM.Needless to say I wish and hope someone gives Richmond radio a quick jump start.My radio listening ended up with listening to WTVR-6 at 87.7.....Family Feud was more interesting than the voice tracking and other nonsense on the air right now,Is 105.7 back up yet?
Bob --WGAI-AM 560/WCXL-FM 104.1/WQDK-FM 99.3/WWOC-FM 94.5/WRCS-AM 970
Elizabeth City, NC USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 18:14:44 (EST)

Skip...stop writing comments about yourself! You!
betty bodine <gettbent@home.com>
USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 17:54:48 (EST)

Greetings Billy Surf! I'm new on the board and to Richmond.I've heard alot of good about you and wish you the best! I was born and raised here in Va and have been in radio for a while, 10 years and 4 markets later, I find myself here in Richmond. What a great place to be, Welcome back! I had my first chance to listen to you today and you sound great. If anyone is interested, WJZV has their new web site up and running you can find them at www.smoothjazz931.com my musical tastes have always covered a wide spectrum including NAC- I really like this station, I hope to see the numbers come up a little.
freewheelin' <posiflow2u@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 17:10:44 (EST)

I heard Skip at Z104 in VA. Beach, he sounds better than ever. Good job Skip!!
fan
USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 06:58:51 (EST)

Hey Shotgun, hope you rolled tape on Surf's first day...anyone, i would like to hear that. Again, Billy Surf, welcome Back! You seem to be doing really well...you-da-man!
Carter G <Carterg@K-92mail.com>
Roanoke, VA USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 05:12:28 (EST)

BILLY SURF, WELCOME BACK! 11 YEARS LATER, EXACTLY! KICK ASS AND TAKE NAMES...THAT'LL BE LISTENERS. LEWIS, STATON, SOMMERS, I'LL GET UP W/ YOU BOYS LATER...SUNDAY NIGHT MEAL ON. IT'S LONG OVERDUE, MISS YOU GUYS! "L.F.Y."
Carter G <Carterg@K-92mail.com>
Roanoke, VA USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 05:03:34 (EST)

Somers...Thanks for the warm reception and encouraging words. You, Shotgun, and Bobalou always add "class" to everything you do! In this new age of automation, it's nice to hear you guys still take pride in every segue!!! It would be a pleasure to join you crazy kids-at-heart for Sunday night dinner. (By the way, I paid those people well to talk good about me. Cost me a fortune!)
Javier <Jav107@mediaone.net>
USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 02:47:35 (EST)

Thanks again, Javier and I must say ditto to the comments made by Bob Somers! Hey Somers, I hope your Mom gets well soon from her broken wrist. I'll keep her in my prayers. Please tell her I said hi! I'll talk to you Sunday when I get back from Phoenix! Later for you!
Shotgun John <www.john.staton.bv7d@statefarm.com>
Dillwyn, VA USA - Tuesday, March 13, 2001 at 00:50:25 (EST)

Hey Javier...Welcome to the board, glad to see you've joined the party. Been hearing good things about you for several years from folks you've worked with and you sound great on 107.3. If you want to grow up to be like Bobalou, Shotgun and me the first thing you need to do is not grow up..we never have..doesn't seem like those who have are having very much fun these days. And you would not be out of place at a Sunday Night Dinner, we'd love to see you. Just contact Bobalou, Shotgun or me by e-mail for time and channel.
Bob Somers <audimg@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 19:48:37 (EST)

Geez, kids, do you REALLY think Billy Surf is Clear Channel Richmond's Messiah, sent to wash away the sins of The Prophets, "Airbrain" Jordan and The Bloomer? Gimme a break...Y'all are the most self-congratulatory bunch of pantywaists I have ever read... To overcome this pantywaistity, please join us for a candlelight vigil Friday morning, from 5-9AM, 22nd and Alden Aaroe Drive, as we pay our final respects to WRVA, once Richmond's most revered radio outlet. You can walk on hallowed ground---ground which once was sacred and dedicated to proposition that radio existed for the benefit of the PUBLIC, the Community, The City for which it was named...It produced LEGENDS, not POP ICONS, and those LEGENDS were dedicated to EXCELLENCE in Broadcasting, SERVICE to the Community and LIBERTY AND JUSTICE FOR ALL, not just the financial betterment of Lowry Mayes and his Army of No-Ones...I hope that this Community, young and old, realizes the NEW meaning of "FCC" and I urge you all to Clear those Channels and listen to ANYTHING else...Satellites are nearly up---be a subscriber, not a sheep...
Peripherally Impacted Listener
USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 18:38:13 (EST)

A few minutes ago during the Top of the Hour promo, Billy hit the tag "Today's Hit Music, Not Just Some of It" line. Could this be a change of many things at Q, for the better, or worse? Only time will tell...
Arthur <Theavenger5838@yahoo.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 15:59:18 (EST)

The Surf has come back into Richmond...At 3 pm today, Billy Surf officially signed back on air at WRVQ, Q94. Beginning with the intro heard every night a few years back, "It's 7:00 o'clock in the Capital City, ... When the sun goes down, the Surf comes in." and then the new intro that I guess will introduce him now on every afternoon on Q94. Then playing ATC's "Around the World," he said he has been around the world, but glad to be back at home, here in Richmond. Indeed the Surf has come back in in Richmond.
No Radio Guru
USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 15:17:16 (EST)

He's back....THE SURF IS BACK! Q94 had a tight package about 4 min. ago on him, and it featured stuff from his first stint at Q. I even heard the "It's 7 o'clock...the sun is down, the surf is up" package. Great stuff. He kicked off his return with "Richmond, I've been around the world and back, now here's ATC's 'Around The World' on Q94" or something that resembles that. As I speak (3:16pm), Matchbox 20's "If You're Gone" is on. I guess he's putting in songs that sort of relate to his reunion with Q94. Welcome Back, you're needed in this time of heritage demolition by Cheap Channel.
Arthur <Theavenger5838@yahoo.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 15:17:12 (EST)

Shotgun John, you are a GOD to me!
Javier <Jav107@mediaone.net>
USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 15:08:33 (EST)

Arthur, thanks for the love! You remind me of me at your age. Please keep up your enthusiasm about radio. Not all radio companies are bad. If you really want to be in radio; dive in, have a blast, and enjoy the ride while it lasts. Club 107 will be back soon. There are several businesses interested in sponsoring the show nightly. As far as Dance Hits 107, more excitement to come.....
Javier <Jav107@mediaone.net>
USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 15:07:44 (EST)

Thor, when are you going to move out of the house? Your father and I are worried that you never date, all you do is lock your self in your room and masterbate to chatrooms. Please leave those radio people alone and find a web site at your level. Love, Thor's Mother
Thor's mother <Thor'smother@aol.com>
USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 13:21:49 (EST)

Nice to see you posting here Javier. I'll more than likely call ya at Dance Hits 107 tonight. Man, when is Club 107 coming back? That show was innovative as hell. It focused on new Dance music, unlike that early 90's and Pop intensive Party Radio. Keep up the good work there, hopefully the ratings will go up. One last thing: DROP THE OLDIES!
Arthur <Theavenger5838@yahoo.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 12:24:03 (EST)

Javier, thanks for the kind words. That's a nice compliment coming from a guy as talented as yourself. Rock On!
Shotgun John <www.john.staton.bv7d@statefarm.com>
Dillwyn, VA USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 11:18:21 (EST)

According to this mornings Richmond TD, WPLZ, Magic 99 (99.3 FM) switched frequencies to 105.7FM at 6 a.m. and took on the call letters of WPZE. However, as of 9:00 am, 105.7FM is not on the air with either WJRV (105.7 The River) or WPZE (Magic 99). The TD also states that for now 99.3 and 105.7 will simulcast the new WPZE. Appears as if Radio One has decided to sign off 105.7 The River, but exactly when and what will be on 105.7FM still remains to be heard.
No Radio Guru
USA - Monday, March 12, 2001 at 09:51:36 (EST)

Quick Notes: In this mornings(3/11/01) Richmond TD, WDYL is advertising for two radio hosts (slash one programmer/ and one producer). According to the ad, these two positions will have voice-tracking duties along with some live on air work. So when these posts are filled, once again voices, in some form other than the promo guy now claiming "Y101, Richmond's New Rock" and "Y101, Not your father's radio station," will be one the air. Appears that Cox is going to stay with the harder rock format for now on 101.1FM. Still no signs as to what 100.3FM is going to do. ..... Down the dial to 94.5FM, Q94. Will the "Surf come back in" tomorrow (3/12/01) about 3 pm? Since Billy Surf has now arrived back in Richmond, will he begin his afternoon gig on the Q tomorrow? And to go along with that, has Jake Glenn been tapped as the new night time guy at Q94? I noticed last night that Jake Glenn was also doing "Party Radio Q94" in place of Madman Pauly Madison. ... Finally, to add my two cents on the Randall Bloomquist era at WRVA/WRNL. As of this coming Friday morning, WRVA will no longer be a preset on my radio. No reason to have it anymore after Tim Timberlake leaves. The once historic radio station at 1140AM has been placed into a blender, and been chopped to pieces which are now speading apart as they float down the James River. Until Randall "I have totally destroyed WRVA/WRNL" Bloomquist leaves town, nothing good will happen at either 1140AM or 910AM. ... Later
No Radio Guru
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 22:35:24 (EST)

The shortened post was a mistake. As I was about to say, I'm a lifelong Richmonder (other than a brief period in Nashville) and a big fan of the radio industry. I have followed with some sadness what has happened in the Richmond radio seen this last year or two. I decided to post today to comment on the "demise" of a once great station-WRVA. It seems that the manager their is trying to go after a "younger" market. It seems to me that this is a futile attempt. It is very clear to me how radio listeners progress, at least the great majority. Under age 9 or so it is strictly Captain Kangaroo, Sesame Street and the Electric Company, or whatever is now. The rest follows: 9-15 Q-94 15-18 XL102/96.5 "Classic Rock" 18-25 Y101/old 106.5 25-54 Mixture of 98.1, WRVA, and for those with XY chromosomes, whatever sports station is available. Obviously there are exceptions and differences based on culture. However, my point is that listeners grow into a WRVA talk station. It is almost impossible to attract younger listeners to a talk format. WRVA though, is taking away any reason for people to listen. Other than an occasional Rush show, Friday will be my last WRVA day at all. Thank god Jim Jacobs is over on 990 WLEE in the afternoons. BTW... If Randall Bloomquist is reading this bored, I'm only 31 and I DO spend money. Too bad your advertisers won't benefit.
Jack <jnphillips1970>
Midlothian, VA USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 19:37:31 (EST)

Richmond radio fan
Jack <jnphi>
Midlothian, VA USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 19:26:47 (EST)

What up, Thor... I know that we r supposed 2 "hate" each other, but b4 u go, let me tell u that ur good at stealing peoples attention... U took everybodys mind off Richmond Radio, and put it on "THOR".. Thats good... So um...... one more question, are u trying to say that you are 'walking encyclopedia'??? Let somebody know something... Now back 2 Richmond Radio.... When will 100.3 ever change..???.peace
Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com>
Murfreesboro, NC USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 19:23:11 (EST)

Thor, you misunderstood me. First, I wasn't putting Lisa down in my posting (she knows me better than that.) Second, she will never be "down." Lisa is very talented and resilient, so she will always have a gig! Don't make me have to come over there and spank you, Thor? P.S. Lisa, do you still have my WVCW t-shirt?
Javier <Jav107@mediaone.net>
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 19:04:06 (EST)

Here's what "creative synergy" does for you...

Cheap Channel owns the contracts in Richmond for the University of Virginia Sports Network *and* the Performance Racing Network (home of NASCAR events raced at tracks owned by Bruton Smith). Today, there were major events on both -- the ACC championship basketball game on VSN and NASCAR's Atlanta race (at the last track the late Dale Earnhardt won on) on PRN.

What does Rancid Boombox and Cheap Channel do? According to the engineer at AM910 who took my phone call, they made a sales deal to put the ACC game on both AM910 and AM1140, and didn't air the NASCAR race at all. They didn't even pick it up in progress after the basketball game ended, going to a Rush Limbaugh rerun on AM1140 and ESPN Radio on AM910.

Freakin' brilliant. You KNOW there's enhanced interest in the NASCAR series since Earnhardt's death, and you KNOW you lost basketball listeners when UVa was eliminated, and you make exactly the 100% wrong boneheaded decision.

And NASCAR draws just the demo Boombox says he wants for his stations. He couldn't have lifted his middle finger towards his alleged target demo any more obviously if he had stood on Basie Road and flashed drivers.

Rancid Boombox is a saboteur, which means AM910 and AM1140 aren't safe until he is escorted out of Richmond.
Rob Hoffmann <robster@primenet.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 16:58:44 (EST)

Thor has grown tired of all of you. Thor says Robert is a geek, Thor says Robert can have his board back. Thor has taight all of you a lesson. The board is about radio, not about Thor, all idiots talked about Thor and not about radio. Do not let it happen again to you stupid radio people. Goodbye from Thor.
Thor - 216.34.244.74 <Thor@hineywine.net>
Short Pump, Va USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 15:43:50 (EST)

Thanks Bogga! Enjoy dinner tonight guys, see you in two weeks!
Capt Q - 64.156.101.249 <tom1212@go.com>
Orlando, FL USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 12:44:37 (EST)

David Lee,I seem to remember back when you were at K92 that Aylett Coleman made a deal to buy 106.5(then known as WVGO)but the deal tanked.I heard that the ultimate plan there was to arrange "trades" of that frequency with WCDX to get the 92.7 frequency(as well in Norfolk to try to exchange frequencies with then WFOG who had 92.1,Coleman had 94.1 at the time as Joy 95)to create(along with the soon to be purchased Lynchburg frequency)a Super Station known as K92 pumping out a CHR format for that whole corridor from western to central to eastern Va.I kinda would have liked to have seen that and seen what kind of an effect it would have had(can anybody imagine BEING on something like that,jamming on three powerful signals in three cities at that same time live)What do you know about this,any truth to it,and why did the deal tank?
walking encyclopedia - 216.142.92.254
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 12:25:29 (EST)

Well....it looks as if thor's days may be numbered....because she has now opened a BoB-A-Lou size can of whip-ass....she now may be the Sunday night dinner. This is gonna be good, go BoB-A-Lou....
David Lee Michaels - 65.2.83.200 <wjjsdl@ix.netcom.com>
roanoke, va USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 11:58:17 (EST)

I would like to extend welcome to Javier & Mark Haley,you finally posted on the board.Mark,I really miss you and your colorful attitudes(Anyone who gives me food when I'm hungry gets my respect).Javier,if it were not for you I would not have been able to stay safely employed "outside of radio" the past few years.J-Man,post anytime,tell your friends at The Bea---Uh, excuse me DANCE HITS 107 to post here as well.I'm glad your back on ther air again full time.Mark please come back to the board and post some colorful opinions(Hey Bowling Green--HIRE THIS GUY!!).(J-Man,lay off Lisa OK?My rule is never kick a person while he or she is down,unless they really deserve it.I don't think Lisa falls into that catagory.I really don't.Now if you want to ask me about someone I know in Baltimore?.......)
walking encyclopedia - 216.142.92.254
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 11:04:27 (EST)

I was asked recently to contribute to this site, but it looks like it's mmostly for "Q" jox, past and present. So, I'm feeling as out of place as Thor at a Sunday night dinner at Red Lobster. Shotgun John, Bob Sommers, Bobalou; one day I'm gonna grow up to be just like you. I wish I had half your talent. Steve Davis is my biological father. Lark Logan is my biological mother. I love you both. Please send money!!! Thor, I like your style, but you may wanna renew your Prozack prescription. Skip, you owe me money, too! Lisa, you owe me a lap dance!!!!!
Javier - 24.30.236.162 <Jav107@mediaone.net>
San Juan, PR - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 09:48:33 (EST)

Bob-a-lou has been assured by Tommy Hoof that his is, indeed, NOT THOR!...Bob-A-Lou will find out who Thor is...as Bob-a-lou is relentless. By the way Thor, don't try to play "TOP THIS" with Bob-a-lou...You will lose everytime. Bob-a-lou is pretty good at this. We now return you to the way most people talk...in the first person!. CYA!
BOB-A-LOU - 152.163.207.197 <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
MECHANICSVILLE, VA USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 08:30:08 (EST)

Bob a lou, thanks for mentioning me. I'm not the guy everyone is pissed about. I've got better things to do than read a bunch of BS from some part-timer at WLEE. A little advice to the users and readers of this board. Talk about radio and ignore any idiots. They will go away. One other thing BobA. I'm a better writer than you were giving me credit for.
Capt Q - 64.156.102.69 <tom1212@go.com>
Orlando, FL USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 07:56:17 (EST)

Please make an effort to listen to Tim Timberlake this week (his last day on the air is Friday) and remember the sound. You will not hear its like ever again in Richmond radio. Original, non-liner radio personalities are growing scarcer daily...especially those who actually choose to invest their heart and soul in a local station because they believe in a mission to serve the community. WRVA's departure from that 75-year old mission is imminent, as Tim's exit, and that of former Governor Wilder, demonstrate. See if veteran newscaster John Harding (one of the most honored in the HISTORY of VA broadcasting) will follow soon afterwards; why waste their talents on the shiny papier mache statue that WRVA is morphing into? And when the revenues dry up, and station management gets their walking papers, they will finally realize that they, too, were just the means to the great corporate end.
opsmann2 - 165.247.64.1
USA - Sunday, March 11, 2001 at 00:28:05 (EST)

Randy Bloomquist used to be known as a remarkably competent radio programmer. I'm amazed he's been reduced to being known as just a corporate lackey. He's better than that, really. Is is not possible that he's got a greater plan for the cluster? Was RVA too fat (in this era of corporate ownership, it's likely...the biggest expense for a company is people)? Does RNL need a little further slimming (in this era of corporate ownership, it's likely...the biggest expense for a company is people)? Or does the content of the current shows just, (and I hate to say it), SUCK? While Timberlake's resignation seemed like the death-knell for RVA, maybe it was more an opening for a breath of fresh air. I've known Tim for years, and I liked listening to Tim, and those of us who are, well, I hate to use the word, "older", don't much like change. But the stage has to present a different play to keep the theater fresh every now and again. Maybe it's good Tim's gone. 35-54 listeners won't last forever. I know. I'm one of them! What, exactly, does Richmond need for an all-talk and all-sports station to succeed now, to attract 18+ listeners? We do have to move on, y'know... It's your turn to tell me what you think. Post it here; look to the left side and under "Bonus", click on the link. No IP tracking or any other way to track your id.
RRMB Admin - 206.114.196.186
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 23:51:50 (EST)

Hey Thom ... do you need a great classic Rock jock? I would love to come home. what do you say to having a very heritage name on your station? email me lembesi@hotmail.com
lem - 172.138.126.82 <lembesi@hot mail.com>
H'burg, VA USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 23:20:47 (EST)

I was in Charlottesville on Thursday and the Q94 signal never faded out...it just turned into Hot 101.9. The station sounds good Paul. Keep playing the hits.
Jay Stevens - 207.230.144.254
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 19:44:35 (EST)

Bobalou wrote: "Sorry..."Hineywine.net"...Thor has BOB-A-LOU SO VER-CLEMPED!" First, Bobalou needs to check the spelling on his attempt at Yiddish . Second, Hineywine.com existed online up until the middle of last week. The site is owned by TJ Donnelly, who owns the rights to the old, old syndicated comedy bits that originated on a station in Dallas "before your Mother was born". Thor and Big Red were the brothers who owned the winery and the thing revolved around a series of awful "hiney" jokes. It wasn't all that funny then, but just racy enough to make the writers and owners able to step up to a better grade of beer.
Some other guy, not Thor - 206.114.196.186
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 19:36:32 (EST)

For those interested in checking out the alternative message board, jumop to www.stlradio.net, then take a look at the links on the left. Click on the link under "Bonus"...the board is being hosted at this site temporarily. By Summer...an entire site devoted to Richmond radio!
RRMB Admin - 206.114.196.186
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 19:24:09 (EST)

Looks like Thor is using Anonimizer... Dig 106.244.34.216.in-addr.arpa@151.196.0.39 ... Authoritative Answer Recursive queries supported by this server Query for 106.244.34.216.in-addr.arpa type=255 class=1 106.244.34.216.in-addr.arpa PTR (Pointer) proxy4.anonymizer.com 244.34.216.in-addr.arpa NS (Nameserver) ns1.infonex.net 244.34.216.in-addr.arpa NS (Nameserver) ns2.infonex.net ns1.infonex.net A (Address) 216.34.244.2 ns2.infonex.net A (Address) 216.34.244.3
Zeus - 138.88.37.58
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 19:18:04 (EST)

Me wish Thors computer would blow up in face.Me find you and insert key board in rear orface.Then me insert mouse in mouth.Then me insert mainframe in your ear to improve your I.Q.!.....plug you in wall socket and everyone watch Thor light up like Christmas tree.Everyone on board has big laugh at Thor,then group cheeers because you would be no more!
Thor's Worst Enemy - 216.34.244.106 <Thor@isahiney.net>
No IQ points for Thor, Va USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 19:05:33 (EST)

Jason, thanks for the invite to dinner, but I don't think I want to eat at the same table as this Thor person. Why don't we get a phone tree going and move the location of dinner? Just a thought. Robert, can't you DO something?
Betty Bodine - 24.7.182.234 <gettbent@home.com>
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 16:01:52 (EST)

...we interrupt Thor's daily horse sh*t with the following public service announcement.... Thor, it appears your only talent is attempting to anger your former coworkers. You're obviously a very frustrated and angry person. Why else would you come back to this message board to check the fruits of you labor six or seven times a day? McDonald's is hiring near the station, why don't you apply? It'll almost be like you're on the radio! They even have microphones! Oh wait, they want "smiling faces". You're not qualified. Try practicing this line when you're not busy trying to attract negative attention, "Your total is $4.78, please drive through." Now say it with a smile. I know this may come as a shock, but "through" is not spelled "thru". Adjust your attitude towards other's success, and you might be on the right path to paying your own car payment. Oh, and by the way, thanks for listening to all of us on the radio, it's people like you that make all the difference. ....we now return you to Thor's regularly scheduled rambling....
Jason Paige - 152.163.206.207 <Q94sJP@aol.com>
Richmond , VA USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 15:42:39 (EST)

Zeus figured out where Thor got name. Zeus figure Thor a whore with a lisp. Zeus think after an all nighter with navy fleet, Thor wake up and say, "Damn. I'm Thor." And the rest is history.
Zeus - 138.88.37.58
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 14:19:04 (EST)

Sorry..."Hineywine.net"...Thor has BOB-A-LOU SO VER-CLEMPED!
BOBALOU - 64.12.101.166 <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
MECHANICSVILLE, VA USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 12:10:32 (EST)

As suspected, "Hineywine.com" does not exist, nor does Thor, who by the way knows not how to spell, but probably does smell. Are you Tommy Hoof?
BOBALOU - 64.12.101.166 <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
MECHANICSVILLE, VA USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 12:07:35 (EST)

Thor has long blond hair,runs around in blue tights,wears a sleeveless shirt,and hangs around with guys named Balder,Fandral,& Volstagg& Heimdall.Both Xenia AND Gabrielle turned him down for a date(and Hercules once beat the crap out of him)
Cryptic - 207.230.144.254
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 11:08:12 (EST)

Walking, Gary is now in KY no not the jelly, the state. He is now doing Traffic no not drug, vehicle for a station there.

Thom Mac thanks Thor for Thanking Thom Mac.

Thom Mac 969 The Rock
Thom Mac - 207.78.118.110 <morningmacattack@hotmail.com>
Bowling Green, Va USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 10:56:42 (EST)

Hey Thor,if you don't shut up I'll tell everyone in world what you REALLY do with your magic uru hammer late at night when nobody's around(I have pictures,it's really disgusting)
walking encyclopedia - 216.142.92.254
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 10:19:33 (EST)

Sorry, "your" not "you're". Notice the time of the post and you'll understand.
Jason Paige - 152.163.206.177
USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 04:16:50 (EST)

Jon Barry, if you monitor this board, I have a question for you. I'm interested in that Aphex 1100 mic processor, or whatever it's called. I've got a Neumann TLM-103 that needs a good processor. How do you like it? I'm using a DBX 1086 now, and I haven't been overly impressed with it. I saw you're name on the ad in a trade magazine.
Jason Paige - 152.163.206.177 <Q04sJP@aol.com>
Richmond , VA USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 04:12:37 (EST)

Betty are you coming to dinner? I'm sure you've got some stories we haven't heard yet. Bobalou, glad you liked the MP3 of Paul. I actually got burned by the same thing today. Engineer flipped us on the ISDN link while I was in the middle of a break. I had to throw the cans off.
Jason Paige - 64.12.101.182 <Q94sJP@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 04:07:19 (EST)

You go Bobalou!! If "Thor" does show up Sunday, let's feed "it" to the lobsters. One less pain in the ass.
Jason Paige - 64.12.101.182 <Q94sJP@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 03:41:38 (EST)

There has been some talk on the AM Stereo message boards on yahoo/topica.com that Clear Channel will have to sell one of its radio stations in the Richmond market.The talk is that C.C. may dump WRVA-AM 1140.Any one else hear this?...any truth to this "rumor"?
Bob-WGAI/WCXL/WWOC/WQDK/WRCS - 152.163.207.203
Elizabeth City, NC USA - Saturday, March 10, 2001 at 00:25:33 (EST)

I'm still waiting on what in the heck 100.3's gonna be. I hope its something good, not a 100.1 simulcast like someone said on this board. Thor, why are you obsessed with someone coming to Sunday dinner? Bob-a-lou, I agree on what you said.
Arthur - 4.54.53.214 <Theavenger5838@yahoo.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 22:21:24 (EST)

Bob a lou knows Thor and would not say that if Bob a lou knew Thor's true identity. Robert is a control freak, the same type of control freak Bob a lou does not like. Bob a lou should think about control freaks and begin to like Thor. Thor uses douchebags, but is not one. Thor will join Bob a lou for dinner this week, without Betty Bodine. Geeky Robert won't come, he is scared of Thor.
Thor - 216.34.244.74 <Thor@hineywine.net>
Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 22:07:12 (EST)

BOB-A-LOU thinks "Thor" is a douchebag!
BOB-A-LOU - 64.12.103.182 <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
MECHANICSVILLE, VA USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 21:35:25 (EST)

Hey Thom Mac at the Bowling Green station,does anybody up ever hear from the now departed Gary Micheals.Did he really go back to Kentucky and did he ever get another radio job.What do you know?
walking encyclopedia - 207.230.144.254
USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 19:56:15 (EST)

Clear Channel: Your Source For Industry-Bought Music?

Is the shadow of payola falling over the 1200-station gorilla of the radio business?

GOD I HOPE SO. Maybe a payola scandal would force the breakup of Cheap Channel. :)

Click here" to read the LA Times article, which is a bit less tabloidesque than my hype for it. :)
Rob Hoffmann - 206.165.6.207 <robster@primenet.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 18:44:16 (EST)

Yes Betty, Thor attends dinner when Betty attends dinner. Thor is Betty's biggest fan next to Mr Bad Joke. Thor lives in triple wide trailor on the train trestle near Powhite Parkway. Please eat Thor, excuse Thor, please eat with Thor
Thor - 216.34.244.105 <Thor@hineywine.net>
Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 16:10:15 (EST)

Sunday dinner?
betty bodine - 24.4.252.179 <gettbent@home.com>
USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 13:43:50 (EST)

OK I must admit Thor makes coming to the board even more enjoyable as it gives me a good laugh before i go on the air at 5:30 in morning.

So from those of us with a sence of humor MORE POWER TO THOR

Just my thoughts on the matter.

Thom Mac 969 The Rock
THOM MAC - 207.78.118.57 <MORNINGMACATTACK@HOTMAIL.COM>
USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 09:46:25 (EST)

Thor, it's usually my rule to ignore such rude behaviour obviously designed to garner attention. Yes, Obvious Poster was meant for you, and you and everyone on this board knows that. OK, you goaded me into answering you, but it will be the last, as your tantrums are tiresome. Your blatant disrespect for the owner of the board, flames and speaking in the third person are extremely childish and obviously getting you the attention you crave. I can't believe anyone would encourage you to attend the Sudnay dinners with all of the rudeness you've displayed on this board. I'm not interested in picking a fight with you, as you are not worth the effort. Your behavious gives a new meaning to the word "obnoxious." If you don't like this board, why don't you go elsewhere or start your own? Visitng a message board is akin to being a guest in someone's home where one acts with respect or leaves.
Lark Logan - 165.247.64.124
USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 08:17:49 (EST)

Hey Bob, it wasn't hush puppies...it was potato skins. Hey by the way will there be even more "hey brothers" and "hot damns" sat mornings now that there is a new blonde in charge? Oh and another, has bob-a-lou run any during anybody's live remotes from Kings Dominion? (you no what i'm talking about) I still laugh about that..i'm going to have to see if i have that on air check at all. see ya guys...bah!!!
Mike Meyers - 64.163.120.147 <teke69@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 08:08:08 (EST)

Lark...If you "Know the Obvious Poster"...then state the name you think is the "Obvious Poster"...I really don't mind...in fact I encourage it because I stand by my statement ... (that got deleated) I am not here to pick a fight or any of that. Just stating an opinion that has a lot of validation...And will state the validation...if you know the source. Give a a try.
Guess - 172.147.187.33
USA - Friday, March 09, 2001 at 00:09:04 (EST)

To Mr Scott Stevens, Thor enjoyed her dream about you last night. To Loki, Thor has no brothers. To AudImg, Thor thanks you for the dinner invite. Thor will not attend this week, Betty Bodine will not be there so neither will Thor. Once Betty Bodine comes, Thor will attend. Thor wishes everyone in radio land a very good night, please keep your stop sets tight and turn down the light. Thor says goodnight geeky Robert, sweet IP number dreams, poor poor little webbby boy.
Thor - 216.34.244.8 <Thor@hineywine.net>
Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 22:55:35 (EST)

Hey BRO'S!!When you gonna invite ME back to one of you little dinners.Look,I only come in 3 days a week to the station & when I'm not here I DON'T live & breath radio anymore,and I barely talk to anybody outside of our little company(and let me point out that the whole time I was over in Moorefield,nary a secret went out thru my mouth,because you & I both know that Steve would have booted me out real fast if any had).Encyclopedia means I know a lot,but don't tell a lot.I still HEAR a lot,but I have learned in the imortal words of the Tremeloes,"Silence Is Golden".
walking encyclopedia - 207.230.144.254
USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 19:18:02 (EST)

Thor, I am hesitant to give the info on the dinner plans via this board for fear that Thor's enemies might show up and ruin the festivities. May we communicate by email?
Shotgun John - 205.242.228.75 <www.john.staton.bv7d@statefarm.com>
Dillwyn, VA USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 18:59:34 (EST)

Thor,leave these people alone.You are shaming the family,especially Me& your daddy, Odin.--Your Brother
Loki - 207.230.144.254
USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 18:42:36 (EST)

Thor...did i ever date her???
David Lee Michaels - 65.2.83.200 <wjjsdl@ix.netcom.com>
roanoke, va USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 17:13:20 (EST)

Analysis. What do you make of the current market? Who is doing well, who is going to do well, who is in trouble?
random name - 216.34.244.105
RIchmond, USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 17:13:20 (EST)

Hey Mike Meyers, if you weren't enjoying those stories being retold several times you shouldn't have sat there drooling into your hush puppies. We have many exciting tales of Richmond radio, but when you were at dinner we had to limit them to the simple, easy to understand ones and, man, there just ain't that many of those. All in fun...I love you, too.........Hey Thor, you are most welcome at the Sunday night feast o' deejays. Just one thing, you gotta promise not to talk in the third person all night. We had to kick Bob Dole off the guest list for that crap!! By the way, is Big Red really big?? Should we reserve a larger table??
Bob Somers - 205.188.197.58 <audimg@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 15:16:36 (EST)

Oh Thor. I'm sure I'll be dreaming of you too.
Scott Stevens - 24.30.230.95
USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 14:48:51 (EST)

Hey Mike Meyers, Wasssssup Shaw? We miss you as well as Suanna, Slater, and Travis. Thor, give either me or Somers a call while we're on the air this weekend and we'll give you all the details about dinner Sunday night.
shotgun john - 205.242.228.75 <www.john.staton.bv7d@statefarm.com>
Dillwyn, VA USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 12:32:44 (EST)

www.anonymizer.com.
Anti-Thor - 216.34.244.106
USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 08:05:33 (EST)

Okay. No IP banning on the RRMB site and that still means that you won't have to wade thru an incomprehensible text page of ratings. Just watch out for the headers. If it sounds like something you don't want to read, well, then, DON'T! Check in if you can see if you can provide old-time Richmond Radio contact info. It's important.
RRMB Admin - 206.114.196.184
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 01:16:18 (EST)

January Arbitrends are out... won't put all the numbers up, you know where to find them... notables, though: Power 92 up 0.8 to 12.0, a full 2 points clear of Lite 98 (up 0.3 to 9.9). Q94 drops 0.4, B103 drops 0.8, XL102 drops 0.4, Smooth Jazz 93.1 maintains its 2.5 share, Dance Hits 107 drops 0.6... gainers of note include K95 up 0.4, WVBB up 0.5, and the Planet up 0.3. I still wonder how many of those are within the standard margin of error that Arbitron has never released.

And WRVA (up 0.1 to 7.7) manages to hold its audience despite losing almost its entire staff. I am afraid that shows that either (1) 7.7% of the Richmond Arbitrend sample thinks every station is named "WRVA" or (2) it really doesn't matter who's hosting on a talk station. :)

It's March 8 (barely). Have you flipped formats today? :)
Rob Hoffmann - 216.67.7.197 <robster@primenet.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, March 08, 2001 at 00:07:35 (EST)

"Thor, are you poisoning that new board?" Hey...neither Big Red nor Thor has anything to do with the alternative board. Nor will s/he. It's up to you to poison it! Anything you want to say!
RRMB Admin - 206.114.196.184
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 23:53:28 (EST)

Thor, are you poisoning that new board? Oh yeah the Surf comes Monday @ 3 on Q94.
Arthur - 4.54.53.217 <Theavenger5838@yahoo.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 21:54:12 (EST)

Not a rival board, just another choice. Don't want to read the whole message? We only present headlines. Plus no IP checking and absolute confidentiality.
RRMB Admin - 206.114.196.207
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 21:06:25 (EST)

To John O'Dea.Sorry I missed your post on Monday.I remember you when you were running Mix 106(just for your information,Wanda finally got exactly what she deserved when the station was sold a few years later,---THE DOOR!)I ended up working in that studio when B103 moved during the Moorefield remodeling in 1997,and I was VERY frustrated that I couldn't find the famous "dent in the wall"(where was it anyway).I never met you but all who knew you spoke highly of you.Good Luck.
Walking Encyclopedia - 216.142.92.254
USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 19:13:15 (EST)

WJFK has the best Talk lineup, I tune into them everytime I go to Washington. WHAP 1430's signal sucks, and I wish we had an FM Talk station here with Stern, Liddy, Don and Mike, and Bob Black at night discussing sports. That would be cool. Thor, where is Hiney Wine even available? And are you from this area?
Arthur - 4.54.53.196 <Theavenger5838@yahoo.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 17:39:02 (EST)

Travis, one of the best contests we did was a few months ago. We got a tall shot glass full of dead bugs out of the lights at the front door. Some guy chugged them for $50!!! He almost choked because they were really dried out. Had to chase it with some milk that we filtered through some guys warm socks. It was a riot. JP
Jason Paige - 64.12.101.152 <Q94sJP@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 17:17:37 (EST)

Jason you are killing me! I'll never forget when you had guys eating back-hair sandwiches, freshly shaved at that!! I'll stick with the frozen banana contest and watching Skip turn 5 shades of red on stage with 2 contestants havin' fun with his cold bananas. Howdy Shotgun John, miss you guys... Take it easy breezy!!! Ciao.
Travis Dylan - 151.199.125.202
USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 17:11:21 (EST)

Why can't we get Don and Mike down here? I know they are on 1430 AM but that signal is just about as strong as a two way radio. And they do not play them all the time. The WJFK offering of Stern, Liddy, and Don and Mike is the best I have ever heard. Now I learn that ultra conservative Ukrops bought out Sterns concract to shut him down. Liddy is alright but I need laughter. Please if you know who owns 1430 or if you own 1430 please e-mail me and I will do whatever it takes to get your signal boosted. I will get you cheap cable and antennas. A new site can be arranged as well. I WILL DO ANYTHING TO LISTEN TO DON AND MIKE AGAIN. E-MAIL ME.
sundancekid - 24.168.238.55 <sundancekid_@hotmail.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 15:42:39 (EST)

Hello all..
JP: Yeah, we got it tightened down in the voice-booth. Well, its actually a closet with a folding door, but it seems to be pretty dead. Speaking of that, we're not! A psychic is predicting another quake on Thursday.. He claims to have predicted the last one an hour before. Wait, I'm predicting something: In an hour, I'll be having lunch!! Amazing!
Shotgun, Somers, Bob-a-Lou, and the SND Krew: Miss you guys!
Slater - 208.187.179.10 <slater@965thepoint.com>
Seattle, WA USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 13:52:29 (EST)

hey shotgun...wasssssuppp shaw!!!!! i would have to agree with you on the sunday dinner. you guys are definetly family.. and i would have to say one of the things i miss the most about being in richmond is the sunday nite dinner. that was always fun. Especially when somers would tell the same stories every week...i always got a trip out of the fact he forgot he already told me that story...but it is still funny the second, third, fourth....etc. time around. hey somers much love for you brother. miss you guys and hopefully i will be making it back to town soon for a visit and some red lobster..later for you.
Mike Meyers - 64.163.120.147 <Teke69@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 13:47:01 (EST)

Hello Thor, thanks for the kind words. Pauly, Hot 101.9 is sounding Hot Damn! It's neat being able to hear Rick Dees in the morning! Dee, I'm glad you're home from the hospital. Get well soon! You're in my prayers. Welcome back Billy Surf! Suanna & Slater, what's shakin' in Seattle? Thank God you guys are okay. Travis, hey to you, Carter too, and the rest of the crew at K92! Hey J. P., it's always a pleasure having you (and Heather) join us for dinner on Sunday nights. This tradition has been going on for years! If you are someone who has never been out with us on a Sunday night, it's a good time with food, your favorite beverage, tag team joke telling, roast type insults, radio war stories, radio gossip, programming philosophy, technological and political discussions, but most important, good friends getting together. On second thought, we're more than friends, we're family!
Shotgun John - 12.34.246.4 <www.john.staton.bv7d@statefarm.com>
Dillwyn, VA USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 13:11:32 (EST)

Another place for your Richmond Radio comments. Have a big and very unidentified time! No IP checking, absolute confidentiality.
RR Admin - 206.114.196.189
USA - Wednesday, March 07, 2001 at 00:08:08 (EST)

Hey Shotgun, Bob Sommers, Bob-A-Lou, and the other Sunday nighters at Red Lobster. Just wanted to let you guys know I enjoy shootin' the shi...uh breeze with you every week. Dee, I hope you're feeling better. I'm sure you've been spending a lot of time on-line, if you have access there. Pauly, let me know if you need any help on the production for the new station. Billy hasn't cracked the whip on me just yet, I still have a little free time. Su-Anna and Slater, the MP3's are sounding better, you must have gotten some stuff up on the walls at the crib. Hope the earthquake didn't knock anything off. Travis, you've got to make a cameo back at The Coppermine, last week I had a some guy lick a another guy's toes on stage for $30. I was inspired be Ludacris.. JW quit smoking too! He had a collapsed lung or something for a couple of months, but he's fine now. I actually had a great Marti shot from the Mine to the Channel 12 tower on Friday. Full quieting! Wish I had tried that sooner. Got to go produce something...later.
Jason Paige - 64.12.101.169 <Q94sJP@aol.com>
Richmond , VA USA - Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 22:51:35 (EST)

this is a very cool site
a person - 208.246.35.53
USA - Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 17:39:28 (EST)

A warm hello Lark! I've heard some nice things about you and JT around Moorefield Park,as a matter of fact your name is still up on the proffit(sp)!! I use the same page (hope you don't mind) for all my sweeps and drops LOL- anyway just wanted to say hello, get well soon and be careful of some of those cold remedies, the spins are no fun, I hate it when your laying down and you have to keep one foot on the floor to keep the room from spinning!! -free-
freewheelin - 152.163.207.77 <posiflow2u@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 13:11:01 (EST)

Sorry for the typos in previous post. This cold medication makes the task somewhat difficult.
Lark Logan - 165.247.69.168
USA - Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 11:30:48 (EST)

How could anyone be so cruel and insenstive as to post something like that comment about JT? With the exception of one obvoius poster, many excercise some sort of decorum on this board. JT in the end proved to be more than a fair program director. There were many rought spots for a while but all seemed to work out through ongoing communication down the line. I may not have ageed with many things he did and was on occasion quite angry over decisions made which I still think were not appropriate. Nonetheless, he maintained a certain fairness and did so under quite a few limitations. Comments such as the one posted are totally immature and uncalled for.
Lark Logan - 165.247.69.168 <nyn8tv@hotmail.com>
USA - Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 11:28:27 (EST)

This is a cool site
no one - 208.246.35.52
USA - Tuesday, March 06, 2001 at 11:07:59 (EST)

oops sorry,wheres my manners!! i can be reached at this address if you care to fire one my way!!
freewheelin - 205.188.199.49 <posiflow2u@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 23:28:58 (EST)

IP check, one two, one two
Jason Paige - 64.83.19.46 <Q94sJP@aol.com>
Richmond, USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 23:14:22 (EST)

Thor uses Earthlink. Thanks for the IP numbers Rob. Makes things much easier.
Jason Paige - 64.12.101.157 <Q94sJP@aol.com>
Richmond, USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 23:07:34 (EST)

Greetings to all! I am new to the area too and working here in the Richmond market.A BIG thanks to the webmaster for providing this message board,I know it takes alot of time and upkeep.I'm looking forward to getting to know some of you and share our thoughts and ideas.I don't know a whole lot about Richmond radio history but as I look back in the posts however,I'm finding out that its quite a colorful one! Richmond is a GREAT city and I'm proud to be a part of it,especially Moorefield Park...nice landscaping!!!
freewheelin' - 205.188.199.49
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 22:59:53 (EST)

Did I read that right -- a radio group High Muckety-Muck saying that RADIO NEEDS AIR TALENTS????? :) Wow... I'm stunned and impressed, really. Of course, Infinity has at least proven they know how to sell a personality (Howard Stern). So give 'em credit, and where's the nearest market with an Infinity cluster? :)

ObRadio: Funny, someone mentioned B103's Enzo on here last week and lo and behold, who was doing Saturday (3/3) from 10am-2pm other than... Enzo? I hadn't heard him for a while. Anyone care to try that kind of voodoo with any other voices you haven't heard for a while?

For those who don't listen to B103, Cox has changed the main positioner from "Richmond's Best Music" to "Today's Best Music", and is hyping the hell out of the "50 Minute Music Hour" concept I (disparagingly) mentioned last week. I haven't had time to dialscan, so I can't tell you if anyone else is making any tweaks right now. I do notice that B is playing a greater variety of '80's oldies (they played some more rock-leaning stuff, like Journey, this weekend - which never would've happened pre-Cox).

Rob Hoffmann - 64.20.28.210 <robster@primenet.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 21:50:14 (EST)

First off, to Lark: If you saw the verbal abuse occur, then I stand corrected. That is never appropriate. I'm glad to hear you reported it. Now, as for Thor and Big Red: Who told you how to run a business? If I were you I would demand my money back. Let me clarify. If I were in the market to hire a syndicated service, judging from your posts on this board, you wouldn't have a chance in h*ll of getting one thin dime. You've already proven that you don't work well with others, defy instructions, and are very immature. Not exactly what I want in a contract employee. Do what you want (you obviously will). But I'm sure I'm not the only one who feels this way. Not a great way to get started. The people who are forced to scroll through your dribble are the same ones you are targeting for business. Think about it.
Richmondradiopro - 64.40.50.14
USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 20:46:41 (EST)

While not wanting to pull a Thor/Big Red, I did come across an article from Radio Ink Magazine that is very relavent to the Richmond Market................I nominate John Gehron as "King of the World"!------------------------- Infinity CO-COO John Gehron, sitting on a panel in Nashville last week, spoke passionately about how Radio is losing its personality. �I hear a sameness from station to station. I hear wonderful production and I don�t hear any personality.� Gehron was responding to the inevitable conference question about Radio stations, especially the bigger groups, that use a talent in one market to do voice breaks and liners in other markets. It�s called voice-tracking or cyber-jocking. Gehron says he tells Infinity PDs not to use their �voice guy� as announcers. �I tell our PDs to use their DJs or we will Cyberjock and voicetrack their stations.� Some PDs have even gone so far as to cut out their personalities and have their �voice guy� intro songs. Gehron says he gets frustrated with Infinity PDs when they do such a thing. Gehron went on to say that Radio is paying for its past sins. �We haven�t been able to grow talent fast enough. If we�re going to be successful, we need to grow talent.� Gehron concluded his remarks on the topic by saying, �there has never been a Radio station that has been successful only playing music. Never!�
The insider
USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 19:58:58 (EST)

Back to Radio: Note to Paul Madison...I went up to C-Ville this weekend. Hot 101.9 for the most part comes in well while on I-64, but after you get off the interstate and into C-Ville around UVA, the signal starts to break up somewhat. From the little bit I heard while traveling to and from C-Ville, the station sounds good and I wish you luck up there.
No Radio Guru
USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 19:21:05 (EST)

Maybe I can put a little insight into Thor and Big Red from Short Pump. After some searching via the internet, I think I may have found where their somewhat annoying humor is coming from. I think it's in a attempt to bring attention to their Hiney Wine Phenomenon which they want to promote. If you go to this URL: http://www.hiney.com/radio_info.html , you will see what I am talking about. According to this website, they will be promoting Hiney Wine via television , radio, direct mail, press releases, on America Online, and places like RIGHT HERE, Internet sites....Now some perspective. Our webmaster has been kind enough to set this webpage up for those of us who are interested in Richmond Radio, at his expense (both of his time and money). Out of respect for him, since he is the owner and operator of this message board and website, please just follow the few guidelines he has asked. You may not agree with what others may have to say on this site, but be respectful of the person who has given us the opportunity to converse about radio happenings in Richmond. He has the right to remove any material he deems to be unnecessary or offensive since he is the one who has given of his time and money to allow us to post here. Please be respectful of our webmaster and others who contribute to this site. I have no connection to Richmond radio other than the fact that I listen to it and follow the coming and going of voices and stations. I recognize many of the radio personalities who post here and their perspective on Richmond Radio is interesting and informative. I hope this site remains open for all to use for the purpose it was create for, to discuss Richmond radio. Be remember this and be respectful.
No Radio Guru
USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 19:16:00 (EST)

Hello everyone. It is nice to see so many old friends here. Let me say now that I have so enjoyed working with many of you since I arrived in Richmond in 1993. I am now working with Main Quad Communications in its North Carolina Headquarters with several of the company's television and radio properties. I am also a frequent contributor and guest with Fox News Channel. What a blast that is. Thanks to all of you for your support and kindness throughout the years. I am still living in Virginia and I hope to hear from you all. My e-mail address is attached. My best to you.
Carla Cash <carlacash@4talkradio.com>
USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 16:14:08 (EST)

I'd just like to say hi to everyone I worked with at that incredible "MIXED UP station," WVMX back in 1989. Hi Wonderful Wanda, Bob-a-lou, Kelly??, Lark and..... Steve Davis, Lisa, and my buddy Jim Payne from RVQ. I've been @ WNNK/HARRISBURG, PA since August of 89. If anyone wants to chat, e-mail me @ jodea@wink104fm.com or Call: 717-901-0702!
John O'Dea <jodea@wink104fm.com>
Harrisburg, PA USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 14:30:16 (EST)

Hi, Mike Byrnes! I remember you when you were Judy the Time-Life Operator on the Billy Surf Show. Whassup? How you doing? How are things in Hot 'lanta? Everybody here's fine and kickin' ass! It's good to hear from you. Take care and come see us when you can. Later for you!
Shotgun John <www.john.staton.bv7d@statefarm.com>
Dillwyn, VA USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 12:59:07 (EST)

Hey Richmondradiopro, I'm not even involved with those idiots Big Red and Thor. I'd love to see them go away as much as you do. This board is a great opportunity for personalities that have come and gone through Richmond, and people that are still in the area. Hey, didn't anyone hear Jay Stevens on Q94 this past Sunday? Just wondering.
Arthur <Theavenger5838@yahoo.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 10:00:28 (EST)

RichmondRadioPro: In response to your latest post re: verbal abuse: It happened on more than one occasion and I've witnessed it. Registered a complaint with my program director as that kind of crap should not be tolerated by upper management. Bender's behaviour towards many who worked for him is something that should never have been allowed. In fact, when an ad was posted on Allaccess searching for a new B103 PD, the last line oddly enough stressed, "must have great people skills."
Lark Logan
USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 08:44:15 (EST)

OK I like the new format but the text is way to big on my screen. I have to scroll sideways to view it all and that is not good but over all great new look. Befroe anyone says that I need to up my resolution I am currently running at 1024-768 so it should be fine.

Thanks to all the people o the board who are willing to help the new guy in the area out.

Thom Mac 969 The Rock
THOM MAC <MEISMEMYSELF@AOL.COM>
BOWLING GREEN, VA USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 06:26:55 (EST)

Thor, if you really still work for CC, it won't be hard to track you down, since they have about 5 employees left:) Lark, I must say that I also knew Rebecca when she worked at 106.5. She was never happy with JJ. I knew her when she worked at B103, and all she did was complain about Bender. She said he verbally abused her, and made fun of her.(Even though he promoted her?) I'm just pointing out that if you don't want to be happy, you won't be happy. I hope she's happy back in Ohio, closer to her family. But to come to this board and make fun of the posters (while posting???) is just asking for fellow radio peeps to return fire. Don't worry, I am not trying to start a flame war. Just pointing out what I know. Hopefully in a nicer way than 8 ball Thor.
Richmondradiopro
USA - Monday, March 05, 2001 at 06:01:46 (EST)

Quick notes and thoughts: Q94 has started promo-ing Billy Surf's arrival back to Richmond with audio clips of ocean surf and a voice over saying the surf will soon be coming in...WRXL has a "pot calling the kettle black" promo for Jeff McKee and the XL102 Morning crew. In the promo it makes reference to Jeff McKee is not being a bunch of country rednecks beamed via satellite to your radio. Well now, how about XL beaming it's middays and evenings via satellite. Just interesting little tid-bit...And lastly, Y101 has taken on a slightly harder edge rock format, eventhough much of the same music which was played before the swith over Friday continues to be played. Later
No Radio Guru
USA - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 15:23:47 (EST)

REBECCA! Congratulations, job well done and recognition well deserved. I told you it was time to move on! The Gavin just confirmed what I believed all along! You Rock! As for the childishness of some of these posts, the best thing to do when a child throws a tantrum is not to acknowledge it, but to ignore it, as they are not worthy of a response and that is what the person is hoping to do; goad you into getting angry. Ignore it and keep stepping.
Lark Logan <nyn8tv@hotmail.com>
USA - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 15:03:52 (EST)

Hey Thor & Big Red,why don't you guys check out Radioready(radioready.com).All I can say is "Posting Heaven"(and it's not just local,it's nationwide.)
Cryptic
USA - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 14:27:28 (EST)

Hey Brian T.--In reference to your desire to see 100.3 return to the urban format.I personally see very little chance of that ever happening.The reasons are that the station is now owned by a holding company under control of Cox Broadcasting.Chances are they will probably use it to as translator for one of their other O&O'd stations(my guess would be either Y101 or maybe AM/1380 WVBB(that station does a Big Band format off the bird & 1380's signal in the tri-cities is really weak).I could even see them selling off the station to an owner that would want put some kind of ethnic or bartered(IE paid) programming on it(IE-Hispanic)(in other words.taking the station out the competitive arena).I could also see them selling it to the Bible Broadcast Network(current owners of WYFJ in Ashland at 100.1)because their Ashland station's signal does prevent 100.3 from ever expanding into the Richmond market because THAT signal is grandfathered to have squatting rights by the FCC.And 100.3 has been undercutting their Richmond Signal ever since it first went on the air in the early 90's,and I could easily see a deal like that made by The BBN so that 100.3 could just shadowcast what is on 100.1.(And before anybody says why doesn't somebody try to buy 100.1 in Ashland,THAT station is NOT for sale at ANY price.BBN has had many big companies offer absurd prices going into the several million dollar range going all the way back to the early 80's and BBN has always said NO.(I heard a story that way back in the mid-80's somewbody wanted to shell out $90 million for that station & BBN said no).Plus,I really don't think anybody would try to take on the Radio One's triple urban threat(Power 92,Magic 99,& Kiss 104.7)with those three superior signals & heritage images & high profile personalies(IE-Tom Joyner).On top of that CC's Norfolk Powerhouse WOWI booms into the Tri-Cities.And I would assume Cox signed some kind of an agreement with Radio One not to venture into the Urban Format(those kinds of particulars are very common in station sales).AND,i have also heard that religious broadcaster Salem Broadcasting has been searching for a property in Richmond for the last several years(these were the guys who brought the old CHR WAVA in D.C back in the early 90's and made it 24 hour God Squad)and I could see 100.3 as very good prospect.So Brian & all the other folks that long for the return of the old WSOJ,sorry to burst your balloon,but reality is reality.
Technical Man
USA - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 11:10:11 (EST)

To Micheal Byrnes.I remember you when you at Q94.You ended up helping Lisa when she was the acting morning show host(and certain ex-employees kept turning off the transmitter while she was on).We had our picture taken together at Roger's memorial service(Hey Kirby,you REALLY should put THAT picture on the web).I'm glad to see you are still in radio.I'll tell your cousin Steve Leonard you said hello.
walking encyclopedia
USA - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 09:25:41 (EST)

Arthur/Thor/Big Red, Please don't corrupt this message board with idiotic postings. I don't want to see the vets of the market scared away because of you three. Unless youpost where you work (tee hee hee hee) If you must post, go to www.allaccess.com (It's free to register BTW) (In other words, if this keeps going the way it has been, Rob will require a username and password. Do you want to see this civil board come to that?) I work here, and I don't.
Richmondradiopro
USA - Sunday, March 04, 2001 at 06:49:47 (EST)