Richmond Radio Graffiti Board 2001 Archives (5/11/2001

Richmond Radio Graffiti Board Archive Page 9
(5/10/01 - 5/24/01)

Rob...I never really got the chance to meet you, but Mark Niemand told me all about you when I got there. Him and I got to be really good friends. And then, we did the morning show together on WDYL for a few months. It was the best! Nothing compares to a Paul Scott voice for me, I still love it.
DEE <deematthews@yahoo.com>
USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 22:40:46 (EDT)

Congratulations JJ. I know how hard you worked at the Clear Channel stations and I am excited for you and your new gig in DC. Have fun at what you do!
Former Clear Channel Employee
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 22:22:56 (EDT)

A few thoughts.... Glad to see the "real" WDYL get some mention here! I spent nine years there and came in contact with several people who you continue to hear around town (JJ Pierce being one, I'm proud to say!!). Tracy Lynn, Tara Hart (my final sidekick)...and others. Many have entered other professions, including law, banking, and pastoral ministry. Tracy, good to see you post! 107.3 is interesting to listen to purely from a "radio" standpoint right now, waiting to see in what direction they'll finally decide to go. It doesn't "sound" like that direction has been totally firmed up yet. Finally, to reply to an earlier post regarding sports on radio, I'd be shocked if 4M didn't take 1480 all sports when they sign it on.
Rob Witham <thewithams@juno.com>
Glen Allen, VA USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 22:03:28 (EDT)

Regarding 107.3's signal. I don't see anything wrong with it. You can hear it great in all of Richmond and it sounds stronger than any other stations with a lot more bass. And don't change the format either.
107.3 listener <jetski128@hotmail.com>
USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 22:01:11 (EDT)

Regarding the english teacher commenting on Scott's poor spelling: I respectfully suggest that Scott's spelling is the result of public school teachers.
Jack The Knife <jnphillips1970@yahoo.com>
Midlothian, VA USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 21:43:30 (EDT)

Thor would like to hire Cryptic as her attorney. The only thing worse than hiring that fool would be Thor defending herself. Thor thinks all of the cut downs on this board are foolish. If you need help on creafing creative insults, please contact Thor at the addres below. Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor smells bad on Thursdays.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 20:53:04 (EDT)

As owner of a production studio (for my "day job"), I can't say I'm too sorry to see JJ's fantastic production skills removed from the highly competitive local recording biz. (How's that for a left-handed compliment?) But as a member of the broadcasting community and a mostly life-long resident of this city, I hate to see those pipes leaving town. There's gonna be a big hole on the radio/TV airwaves where that golden voice used to be. But it's tough to keep talent like his in a market this size. Best of luck to you in DC, JJ. I expect to hear you all over the radio dial the next time I'm stuck in traffic on the Beltway. We'll miss you here, but I would guess it won't be too long before we start hearing you on network and national stuff. Take care!!
Bob Somers <audimg@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 20:09:36 (EDT)

With regards to The 107.3 situation,I see it this way,radio is a business of change,and the way I look at it,if we didn't have some motion going on in the market,things would be very boring.You gotta keep things intresting.I will say I'm hearing a few 80's things on 107 that I haven't heard in a long time.Nice to see Tracy Lynn making a few posts on the board,a great human being I'm happy to call a friend.Javier,a real radio survivor(those of you who don't know him don't realized what kind of radio stuff he has survived).Bill James,I remember listening to him in 1968 on the old Top 40 WGOE when he was a teenage DJ.This has been an intresting year,although I'm not happy about people who've been casualties of all the change,it's been intresting from a listener point of view(The New Magic 105.7,new voices at B103,Billy Surf back at Q,The Rebirth of Y101,and the current saga at 107.3.)You gotta say this,at least it ain't dull.Oh yeah,good luck to JJ in DC.What a set of P-I-P-E-S!!
walking encyclopedia
USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 19:09:54 (EDT)

tara heart...heh heh heh...i wonder if she reads this board...?
JJ
USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 17:15:43 (EDT)

Yes, it is quite nice to see some positive comments on here. Being that I just started writing comments on here, I had to read back some to catch up. Speaking of WDYL earlier in conversation, I started my career in radio there. Yes, that was when WDYL had religion! I like it now though too, so no offense given there. I am enjoying the station the people who used to own WDYL, now own. WZEZ, it's a nice change if you like light music and older than Lite 98. My good friend Mark is doing the morning show over there. He gave me my start and he is very intelligent and great on the air too! Some great people came from the old WDYL days. I had the opportunity to meet a few of those greats, especially miss tracy lynn who I have the opportunity of working with now. And also, Tara Heart...doing the am show now on B103. I actually went to elementary school with her. She is a great gal! She taught me some good stuff too! I also wanted to comment that I listened to lite 98 for about 2 months constantly, I was doing some research for one of my stations and I really enjoyed the consistancy of that station. Not alot of thrills, but very consistant. Now, I also work with Jenny who does traffic over there who fits that station perfectly with her voice, you couldn't make a better traffic person for that station, very professional, I've learned alot from listening to her too.
DEE <deematthews@yahoo.com>
rich, USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 16:59:46 (EDT)

To the legal scholar "Cyptic", in no court in America are you presumed guilty. The difference between civil and criminal is the burden of proof. In criminal court the proof must be "beyond a reasonalbe doubt", in civil court it is not that strict. However, in every court in America, you are presumed innocent until proven guilty.
The GM
Richmond, USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 16:09:06 (EDT)

To the legal scholar
The GM
Richmond, USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 16:01:29 (EDT)

it's been such a pleasant suprise, all the nice people who have come out of the woodwork to say things about me that i barely deserve. and i don't even feel like i've even made my mark yet! i guess it's hard to know if anyone notices your efforts when you're "behind the scenes". thank you tracy, jeff and rob for your posts. one of my creedos is that you can learn something from everyone you meet...therefore i consider each of you and all the people i've met so far in my career a part of my success (and i'd like to thank the academy...) seriously, i see a lot of negative comments on this board and it's really refreshing to get props from people i respect and admire. now if i could only get some love from travis dylan! "when the night comes..." - it's all you, Frash!
JJ Pierce
USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 13:35:12 (EDT)

Just a word to Mr. News...I was looking at Peru, Indiana I think Charlottesville might be a little too big for me. Bob and Sheri are sounding great!
Billy <Billy@dancehits107.com>
rich, va USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 10:21:47 (EDT)

Ok Its feel not fell
Thom Mac
Bowling Green, USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 09:04:07 (EDT)

You can just fell the love on this board now LOL Thom Mac 969 The Rock
Thom Mac <morningnmacattack@radiodjs.com>
Bolwing Green, VA USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 09:03:05 (EDT)

Well I guess I'll chime in now.....Thanks for all the love, Dee! I really enjoy working with you and everyone else even though we get fussy with each other from time to time, it's just like family. And, Jav....are you trying to butter me up??? You should've tried that years ago. Ouch...the truth hurts doesn't it. I'm sure no one in Richmond wants to hear about our gossip. I will always remember our fun times. I do enjoy listening to Dance Hits 107.3, and I think all of the d.j.'s are very talented!!! I hope that the format doesn't change too drastically. I like the variety, and love the dance music with 80's thrown in the mix. Billy is very talented in the morning, and I hope he keeps that slot. Jeff Alexander is very interesting to listen to on the weekend...and of course Javy...your always good!!!
Tracy Lynn
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 08:44:51 (EDT)

JAVI: thanks for uplifting words. You are truly a kind guy, a great DJ and cute as hell too! Speaking of metro traffic and talented people, I certainly would be in the wrong if I did not mention the totally talented people that I work with. Tracy, Jenny, Chris, and Rick...they are very talented and they make me laugh. Further more, they have taught me so much about radio and they continue to succeed in radio. They are truly my family and I love them all.
DEE
richmond, USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 07:33:15 (EDT)

Arbitron, what the hell do you know about "talent" and being "on the air?" Don't waste space on this board unless you give your name and e-mail address. This board is for radio pros not radio wannabes like you! So, step the **** off!
Javier <Jav107@mediaone.net>
USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 07:16:33 (EDT)

Talent, Dance Hit's 107, how could someone utter those words in the same sentence. Can we say, "meeting place for the out of work and talent-less." You suck hard and you know it, try changing the format twice a week and see how far that gets you. I've been a radio listener for over 30 years and I've yet to hear such a sad line up of has been's and wanna be's. Try hiring some talent and playing some hits. Also, I don't think the distortion in your audio is real good for ratings either. Have you listened to your signal?
Arbitron
cornhole, id USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 02:49:54 (EDT)

Let's try to keep the talk on this board to real radio stations. Dance Hit's doesn't count. 6,000w ERP give me a break.
Radio GaGa
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 02:42:51 (EDT)

Hey JJ, congratulations on the gig and welcome to the family. You will find Phil (both of them) super people to work with, and no better environment to grow in. Phil Z. is an excellent motivator and manager, you can learn a lot from him. Infinity/Viacom/CBS is a phenomenal company to work for, and you should be proud to be one of the few who made it here. I, too remember those days on Jeff Davis Hwy. when you started there. It's always great to see a success story from the front row.
Jeff Loughridge <jloughridge@cbs.com>
Washington, DC USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 01:05:06 (EDT)

DEE, eventhough you work at Metro Traffic, I still consider you part of the 107 family. So, when you talk about the "talented" staff at 107, you need to include yourself 'cause you 'da bomb!!! Joey Butler is one of the hardest-working and nicest PD's I've ever met. Lisa may have had her differences with CC, but she fits in nicely with our group! FMprincess, thank you for the kind words. How much do I owe you for that? Tracy Lynn is a hottie!!!!
Javier <Jav107@mediaone.net>
USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 00:46:15 (EDT)

Has anyone heard anything about a new sports radio station in Richmond? A return of Kornheiser, Patrick, and the rest of the ESPN Radio crew? I guess it's possible now that Fox Sports is on WRNL. There's plenty of people from 910 that are up for the taking (Big Al, Bob) as well. Just wondering what you all know???
The Wonderer?
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, May 24, 2001 at 00:42:42 (EDT)

To Opinionated.It's very possible your posts may have made it to the board,but Lisa may have seen them & Emailed Robert(the board host) to delete them,or Robert may have deemed them of a nature that would be libelous to her.I know a bit about legalities.If you want to say somebody is lousy at thier job that's one thing,especially in radio because traditionally everybody slams everybody,and that kind of thing is hard to prove.But if you're saying things like so and so does weird sexual things with aardvarks behind city hall,or so and so robbed the bank,or so and so does more drugs than Elvis & Jim Morrison put together,it could so intent of malice,or show intention to do real damage to that person's reputation.If a person can prove intent,that can cost the person who's being accused of doing the intent.If you cause damage,you are liable to pay for that damage.And in civic court,guilt does not have to be proved,guilt is presumed(which is why OJ won the criminal case but not the civil case).You are probably somebody Lisa did not hire,or Lisa fired,or maybe you wanted to go out with her & she turned you down(or maybe you dated her and she broke it off).It's got to be one of these.
cryptic
USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 18:26:40 (EDT)

Hey webmaster....... you allowed those comments about Joey Butler to be seen on the board, but you didn't allow my comments about Lisa McKay to go through. What is wrong with you??? I think those comments about Joey Butler have been "hurtful". Maybe your just sweet on Lisa and want to protect her feelings??? You apparently don't know her very well.
opinionated
richmond, va USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 17:51:48 (EDT)

JJ---you rule!! Years ago, I expected this to happen, you're one step closer to being the voice of Fox. Let's just hope they aren't running "When Bad Things Happen To Good People and Chicken Wire 2" by then! To say we'll miss ya is a huge understatement, and I wanted all of Richmond to know that, too. ---Rob Witham
blue67ccm
USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 17:50:12 (EDT)

I personally think the attacks on Joey Butler are unjustified. He is a hard worker and I think he has one of the best radio voices I have ever heard. The problem seems to be that 107 has some of the most talented people around. Their talent stretches much further than the radio and I guess no one sees that or hears that unless they listen with un-judgemental ears. I will continue to listen to the station, no matter what music is on it and I have enjoyed working with Billy, Dee Dee, Lisa, Joey, Javier, Mike, Jeff, and Bill J. I personally see some of those folks as my closest friends! Keep it real guys!
Dee
Richmond, USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 17:48:51 (EDT)

Hey,Joey Butler,what does it say on your door,"Program Director"?Oh,Excuse me,--says "Mens Room",my mistake.
warthog
USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 17:34:39 (EDT)

Hi J.J....this is Tracy. I could've written you a personal note, but I wanted all of Richmond to know how proud I am of you. Let's go back a few years shall we. I don't like to live in the past, but let's do it just this once. If I remember correctly, you were 16. You walked through the doors of DYL (that was when DYL had religion) and saw me at the desk. You asked me how you could get a job here. I said......be persistant, call Rob Witham everyday and let him know how much you want to work here. Persistance did pay off and Rob hired you. I even helped train you a bit. Now, look at you!!! I can't turn on the radio or tv without hearing your voice. The commercials that you have created by far have been superior, and you have one of the best voices on radio (besides Jay Smack)..... and through it all you have kept your ego in check (a sign of a great man). You have been a great asset to clear channel, and will greatly be missed. Clear Channel should be willing to pay any amount to keep you, but we all know that Clear Channel is running away all of it's good talent (Tara Hunter, Tim Timberlake, Bob Black, etc.). Did I say that outloud??? I wish you well my friend....just remember all of us little ones you are leaving behind.
Tracy Lynn
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 15:53:13 (EDT)

Hey, got some news on the new XL jock, B.T.: ALL ACCESS says: BRANDON TERRY (B.T.) is the new afternoon driver at Rock WRXL (XL102)/RICHMOND. TERRY joins from nights at Rocker WZZO/ALLENTOWN. Look for an early JUNE kick-off with what PD JOHN LASSMAN calls "A Promotion that will make the market shake to it's foundations!" Oh, brother. In "otha" news, bigtime events return to the Classic Ampitheatre as Power 92 Jamz presents "POWERFEST 2001-THE BIGGEST BANGIN' BEACH PARTY AND BAR-B-QUE!" going down this Saturday from Noon-Midnight. If you're a Power, go get your tix now! Dance Hits 107 has a meeting today on whether they should say 107.3 or Dance Hits 107 for the remainder of the week. If Lisa "Hey Remember Me From Q94" McKay has her way in the midday and in the front office, you'll be seeing Joey Butler out as PD and Ms. McKay as the new PD of Dance Hits 107. Personally, I agree with someone else on this board, I'd love to hear Jeff Alexander as the afternoon host. The guy's Sunday show is very well put together. Billy Hoffman is looking to head up Charlottesville at Mix 107.3, I guarantee I know the scoop, he sounds great for that market. Oh yeah, Bob & Sheri are coming. That's the Mr. News' Daily Scoop for 5/23/01. See ya tomorrow!
Mr. News <mrnewsVA@aol.com>
RICHMOND, VA USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 15:40:59 (EDT)

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. I think given time, Dance Hits 107 would be a great radio station. Why are they changing the format again? I love the dance music they play. They are certainly better than Crap94. They do need to blow out all their DJ's though! Except for Javier, he is the best jock on that staff, and the friendliest. Radio needs more good-looking guys without egos like Javier!
Lisa <FMprincess@hotmail.com>
- Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 10:40:00 (EDT)

I personally enjoy the morning show on dance hits 107! I was wondering myself why they don't just hire the traffic lady to be the co-host. I can say I would enjoy the 80's music too though. And I have to agree Joey Butler can go, I don't really like him all that much.
Julie A.
Chester, VA USA - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 09:31:32 (EDT)

Bob & Sheri would fit well for the "new" 107.3. I was just wondering, but is it just me or does Billy in the morning suck so bad that he has to talk to the traffic lady for a co-host. Just bring her in the studio. And Joey B., ouch, take that guy to mornings at Cool 106.5.
J
Henrico County, CA (?) Damn, let me go look at a map - Wednesday, May 23, 2001 at 08:58:20 (EDT)

Hey every one. I just moved to Richmond with my family. (Wife got a killer job that she could not pass up)Anyway I have been working for a Clear Channel station in Florida and I'm looking for a new gig. Anyone know anything about the PD for Y101? How is he to work for? I asked some of my "Higher Up" buds in CC about WRXL and well, let's just say they aren't too enthusiastic about Mr. Lassman. So The advise I got from them was to stay clear of XL. What's the story on all of that? Well, Since I know nothing about Top 40 and there are no postings of openings at any other CC station in town, I am forced to look else where. So if any of you can help me out, let me know. I'll post an E-Mail address when we get out internet service turned back on. Using the wife's computer at work right now. See ya later Richmond.
New to Richmond Radio
Richmond , VA USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 23:02:02 (EDT)

Accourding to FMQB WRXL has a new afternoon drive host...Brandon Terry of WZZO from Allentown PA. Let's all welcome him to HELL!
hanging on by a thread
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 22:04:37 (EDT)

JJ, I'm out of the loop. I had no idea that you had accepted a new gig when I saw you yesterday in the promotions office. Congrats. Basie Road's loss will be someone else's gain. When I'm passing through DC I'll be listening. Best of luck to you.
Jay Stevens
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 21:56:40 (EDT)

Thor knows Lucy St James. Thor is very happy to learn where she is working. Thor knows Max and another voice from those days Bob Davis, here is another throw back, Charlie Brown from the old Top 40 Radio 9, WRNL and he did nights at the Super Q in the early 70's. Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor hates living in Little Rock. Hey Lucas, Thor needs another fill up at your WA WA store.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 21:52:28 (EDT)

Richmond will not sound the same without JJ's voice.

Qap Law', janluq pIqarD HoD!
Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net>
Wa Wa, Inc. USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 21:38:14 (EDT)

Speaking of that old 'RNL/XL building(which,by the time Capitol demolished it in 1982,was home to all sorts of four legged insects.rodents,and other intresting creatures,and was decorated with the best designer spider webs),Myself(who never worked there,but worked around the corner at a competitor),in 1979 once got a hold of some Columbian Grown you-know-what,and together with a girl who was working nights at 'RNL named Lucy,another then male 'RNL jock who shall remain nameless because he's still working in the market,and my nonradio roomate who procured the delights,experienced this herbal treat out in back of that building behind the famous old air conditioner.All radio memories are not on the air.(P.S-Lucy's now working at Alternative Y100 in Philly,owned by---Radio One)
don't even bother asking
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 21:13:54 (EDT)

"Bob & Sheri have a really cool producer named Max who worked at XL-102 back about 1980."

Max is a true original...when Bill Rust put RNL and RXL on the block, Max was working nights on XL. We came in the next morning and found that he had spent his entire shift making up little "For Sale" tags and had hung them on every piece of aged equipment in that horrible old red brick building on Bethlehem Road.
Bea Arthur
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 20:57:30 (EDT)

Thor congratulates everyone on the board for talking about radio and not about Thor. Thor has a few ideas as to why this has happened: Robert Hoff the toll collector boy has not been seen in over a week, must be high tourist season on the powhite parkway. Walking Cliff Note is getting ready for his 8th grade graduation, congrates Mr Cliff Notes. Geeky Mike Anderson is waiting patiently in St Louis hoping, praying that one day someone will actually visit his "silly little site". The smart people, Bob A Lou, Rita, Mr Bad Joke, Sommers, Shotgun John and many others have real gigs out side of radio and are busy making a lot of money and not busy trying to bust on Thor. All of you have Thor's respect and admiration. Lucas Foxx should shut up both on this board on on the radio. Thor has listened, Thor is sad about poor Lucas, wa wa stores have openings just for you. Thor is happy for 107, Thor knows it will be succesful. Bob & Sheri have a really cool producer named Max who worked at XL-102 back about 1980. Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor now gives you all permission to talk about radio, except for toll boy Cliff Notes and poor poor Mike Anderson.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 20:47:09 (EDT)

Hey Spoiler...give us a hint.....are the initials "CC"???
Ben Dover
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 20:22:32 (EDT)

And I think Hell happened around here about 1993(hidden meaning there,can anybody figure it out)
spoiler
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 19:59:12 (EDT)

It seems that Richmond radio has gone to hell.
Adam
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 19:35:05 (EDT)

Prediction on Disaster Hits 107.3.They'll make the big change on Tuesday(3 Days of all 80's.That'll give 'em a chance to delete all the Dance Hits/Dancing Oldies music that's left inside thier database and upload all the stuff for the new format.)
soy bomb II
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 19:21:04 (EDT)

Way to go Bud! Shadow says he misses ya. You are a great talent and have always been major market material...who else sings their own jingles for Mexican restaurants.....and heating and ac people? You rule! Keep in touch, and always have fun. Rita Shadow Betty Mike Susan B. Family
rita and shadow <gettbent@home.com>
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 18:50:24 (EDT)

What State Fair :)
just wondering
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 16:42:42 (EDT)

What the hell was the Beach Blast? Was it a tamed down version of Powerfest going on this Saturday...it seems as if the Classic Amp is getting concerts again. Haha, RIR management's trying to keep it in shape to go against the new Ampitheatre at the State Fair.
Mikey Reeder from Chesterfield where I eat taters
Chesterfield County, VA Um, let me think - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 16:35:18 (EDT)

Does Billy Surf ever smile? I wanted to speak to him at the Beach Blast...but he did not appear user friendly so I kept my distance.
just wondering
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 16:28:58 (EDT)

YO J.J.....Congrats!!!!!!!you definetly deserve what you are getting. I am glad that the opportunity was presented to you. you will not be forgotten. Make sure to keep in touch with your new info, and kick some ass in D.C...say hello to Mike F. for me. by the way if you are reading this Mike...i heard you on Don and Mike the other day..what is up with storing food in your cheeks? rock on J.J. and everybody else. HOT DAMN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Mike Meyers <Teke69@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 16:20:22 (EDT)

d*mmit! i knew i'd forget tons of people. rita and shadow you rule! everyone else, you know who you are!
JJ Pierce
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 13:31:31 (EDT)

thanks Jason and all well-wishers. DC is a beast that will be tamed. that said, i would never have been able to land a position up north if it weren't for the tons of professionals who've let me peer over their shoulders for the past 11 years. thank you jay smack, rik maybee, lucas foxx, jason paige, chris seiferman, billy surf and rob witham. you all, along with the handful of managers who have seen fit NOT to fire me, have made it probable. i will now make it so. god bless paul, travis, biddle, mike, tara, lisa, jake, slater, su-anna, tyler, linda, lisa lu, big bill (wherever you are), richard, doyle, margie, frazier/fleskes, branch, paul scott and others - you are not forgotten...now don't forget me. john, i forgive you. JJ Pierce
JJ Pierce <reactr04@aol.com>
richmond, va USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 13:28:57 (EDT)

Hey folks, can we stick to talking about shop instead of writing hurtful gossip? Opinionated's comments were hateful. Lets try to comport ourselves with some class.
Salome
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 07:29:33 (EDT)

Hey concerned listener, I hope your comments don't mean you'll be committing an FCC violation and shutting off the Dance Hits Transmitter. I enjoy the station, and don't want dead air.
An even more concerned listener
USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 05:28:48 (EDT)

Travis, congratulations on the promosky! This week at the Coppermine, it's "French Kiss A Cow Tongue"! A must see. Lisa, congrats on your new gig! Nothing's better for business than a little competition. Gooch, learn the difference between echo and reverb will ya? Oh, congrats to JJ Pierce on his new, well deserved gig. I will be hiring you to work with me some day. The plugin's are on the burner now.
Jason Paige <Q94sJP@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, May 22, 2001 at 00:01:41 (EDT)

Travis, congrats on the Roanoke promotion. I hope you're enjoying yourself there. I hear they finally changed the format of the WLYK signal. Are both studios (WXLK and WLYK) on Electric Road? Is it true that Heather Starr is back? I can't wait to see what really happens to Dance Hits 107. I'm curious to find out who's post is accurate.
Jay Stevens
The Capital City, VA USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 22:05:04 (EDT)

For those of you who have not figured out what 107.3 will be turning into,I can tell you--Hot A/C.More uptempo that Lite 98,but not as hard as Q94.Kind of what B103 sounded like in the early & mid nineties under Russ Brown,Brian White & Steve Davis.Lots of Celine Dion,In'Synch,Phil Collins,Madonna,and oldies out of the 80's like Duran Duran,Bananarama,Human League,all or most of the dance records(aside from the occasional "I Will Survive") will vanish(along with one or two jocks).They will move their guns in the direction of B103,Lite 98,& to a lesser extent,Q94.In radio professional circles they call a station like this a "spoiler" station.Shitty Signal,smaller company,never dominates,but just causes enough ripples the ratings to f*ck it up for some of the big boys.(And The PD will REALLY know the truth about cats & dogs,but be a lot better looking that Janine Garafolo)
cryptic
USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 21:24:36 (EDT)

The 107.3 Lineup will probably be Bob & Sheri in Mornings,Lisa in Middays,Billy in the afternoon,Javier at Nights.Out the door I'm guessing will be Joey Butler,Jeff Alexander,&(possibly)Bill James.I'm sure Billy has a contract,I'm betting Joey did not.That's a small company & they really don't have a budget to keep two people on in middays.
soy bomb II
USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 20:50:38 (EDT)

I'm really sorry that Lisa Mckay is now working for 107.3...I did enjoy listening to that station. I think that once she gets her grubby little hands deep in there, she will screw things up royally!! I think that Richmond needed a dance station. If given "time" I think that it would've worked in the Richmond market. Now that Lisa is in the mix...it's all downhill for 107.3.
a concerned listener
RIchmond , VA USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 18:39:36 (EDT)

I don't think Jeff Alexander and Lisa got along.
Basie Insider
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 14:26:41 (EDT)

Yep it's true. Dance Hits 107 will evolve into Star 107-FM. Bob & Sheri in the morning, Lisa & Billy doing middays, Jeff Alexander (that weekender) doing afternoons, and Javier Hernandez doing nights. Lisa's the PD and Javy's the MD. U heard it 1st!
Laughing Larry
Fred, MD USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 13:59:43 (EDT)

I pray for everyone. PARTICULARLY for those that are in the path of the hurricane.

Way to go, Travis! If you throw a party, I'll see if I can get my favorite listener (Charlie) to dance in the middle of the bon fire for ya. Just like that rafting trip we went on. This time we'll make him carry TV dinners, or party rolls, so he can entertain you AND feed all your friends!
Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net>
Richmond, Va USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 12:50:24 (EDT)

Former Q94 (WRVQ) morning team member Travis Dylan, now at K92 in Roanoke, has added APD duties in addition to the MD duties he already had.
No Radio Guru
USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 12:26:25 (EDT)

I've never worked for John Lassman, I've never even met the man so I can't address the prayer issue for Jeff Beck and Tara, but if they're generating paychecks I'd say they have to be in a better place than where they were. My heart goes out to McKee. If there's ever been a bigger misuse of talent on Richmond radio, I haven't heard it. I worked with him and his partner for years and it breaks my heart to hear his considerable abilities going to waste on XL 102. From what I can hear on my ride home each morning they've got him hidden somewhere between a huge glut of commercials, the same 25 songs, hackneyed corporate contests and then for some reason they put him on a shelf and play the same 25 songs without commercials and then he's gone. Hello? This is the funniest guy I've ever met. This guy knows everything about everything. He could interview a dead man and make it electric. So they get rid of Beck and strand McKee on an island and assign him the job of beating a huge syndicated show and do everything in their power to make sure it'll never happen. Good management takes talent and supports it, nutures it and helps it to succeed. What a crime. I work for the enemy, but he was a friend who always treated me with respect and it's a shame to see minor league management waste major league talent. So don't ask for prayers for Tara or Beck, their prayers were answered. On a completely unrelated note, does anybody know what Rick Maybe is doing these days?
From the other side of town
USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 10:31:41 (EDT)

Lurker: I still stand by my statements. I worked with Jeff Beck and I saw first hand how tightly he kept that board when there were numerous things going on at the same time. Running an extremely tight board was drilled into me from days with Sunny Joe White at KISS-108/Boston. Blow a seg or allow dead air and money was docked from your paycheck! Keeping the board tight is something not everyone does well. Actually, when the dead-air warning light was placed in the XL studios at the time I was there, it was nick-named for one of the on-air staff members who was notorious for dead air or missed segues. Those who were there will remember, as it was a running joke amongst the air-staff. I was amazed at how tight Beck was. Granted, I've not heard a morning show in this town in many years as I'm not up that early, but I do recall Beck being the best I've worked with and/or heard. It's an opinion and that all.
Lark <nyn8tv@hotmail.com>
USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 10:11:38 (EDT)

Hey how come none of you sanctimonious clowns ever prayed for Tara and Jeff when they were working for John Lassman?
Salome
USA - Monday, May 21, 2001 at 10:03:34 (EDT)

Thanks, though, "give me a break."
Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net>
Richmond, Va USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 23:29:32 (EDT)

And you are seriously misguided as to what I was hired to do.
Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net>
Richmond, Va USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 23:27:58 (EDT)

I gotta tell you; I really HATE the "morning crew" thing. It's a real kick in the huevos. And I appreciate the fact that Jeff usually tries to acknowledge me in the same breath.
Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net>
Richmond, Va USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 23:24:27 (EDT)

To the Lurker on Basie, I'm not sure who you are, but I'd appreciate it if you kept your comments about Beck to yourself. (or at least, out of the public domain) I think the difference between Jeff and myself is approach. Jeff likes a looser "old-style" AOR approach, I'm more of a CHR/AlternativeRock style guy. He may have problems with the new technology, but I've heard he's a wizard with reel tape. In fact, in his day, he was probably one of the best producers around. It's been rumored that he has spilled more blood onto the acetate editing blocks here than all the blood spilled in the Civil War.

Thanks for the "1000%" thing, but I don't think anyone really notices anything different unless I actually open my mouth. And, believe me, I've had MORE than my share of dead-air, computer problems, and misscues!

I am disappointed by the format. On paper, it looks like a great idea. With the way Rock has evolved, the Eagles, Skynyrd, and old Tom Petty songs sound like George Strait. But this format has never really panned out anywhere.

I pray everything works out for Jim, Jeff, and Tara. I know they will give it their best, because they are all PROs!
Lucas Foxx <LucasFoxx@Worldnet.ATT.net>
Richmond, Va USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 23:15:10 (EDT)

Lurker, How can you even begin to say that the McKee/Lucas combo is better than Jeff & Jeff? Beck ran the board better than anyone, and even McKee would attest to that. Beck and McKee were in sync. Beck also complemented McKee's style. Lucas' role consists of occasional "uh-huh"s and "right, right"s. That's what he was hired to do. That's why the show is called Jeff McKee and the XL102 Morning Crew, instead of Jeff & Lucas. Hell, even when Woody was there it was "Wake up with Jeff, Jeff and uh. . Woody." Nothing against Lucas because I liked him a lot at night and I think his voice-tracked weekends sound good.
Give me a break
Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 23:14:38 (EDT)

Lark wrote: "...all I can say is I've never seen anyone run a tighter board - no matter how complex or how much was going on than Jeff Beck." You have GOT to be kidding! Are we talking about the same Jeff Beck who let every song fade to static and took almost a full minute between ending his breaks and playing spots? Look at the difference with the XL Morning show with Lukas Fox and the morning show with Jeff Beck. It's 1000 times tighter. I don't know Jeff very well personally. He seems like the nicest guy in the world. But nobody has ever said anything like "running a tight board" especially " noi matter how complex." "Loose as a $3 hooker" is what I've heard. I'll bet Lucas is laughing his ass off. I hope it works out for him though. Tara Hunter too. She's a really nice person.
lurker
on basie, USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 21:20:41 (EDT)

Slip off your dance shoes and slip into those tight fitting parachute pants....... I believe this post is probably correct about 107.3. I was traveling quite a bit the last couple of years (by car, I hate airplanes!) and noticed that many medium to large cities including Cleveland, Louisville, Columbus, Cincinatti, Nashville, Pittsburg, were experminting with all 80s nights and formats. Seems to be popular with 28-35 year olds in Richmond as several people in this age group have commented on it. One other note, pickering, take your ads somewhere else please. I get enough of that on other message boards. The only exception for ads on this site would be ones that Robert sponsors since he pays for this place....
Jack The Knife <jnphillips1970@yahoo.com>
Midlo, VA USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 20:00:46 (EDT)

I think its a shame 107.3 is changing to 80's. For a while that station was really sounding good. We need more dance/club music here in Richmond. One night on the weekend at Q94 is not cutting it. Anyone have any comments on Party Radio Q94? It sucks!! Why are they playing 70's???? Q94 really needs to listen to z104.5 in Norfolk and get a clue.
RadioBoy
Richmond, Va USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 17:38:55 (EDT)

I've noticed quite a lot of non dance material in the 80's music this weekend(Go Go's,etc)I'm will to bet come Monday they'll have a new logo(I'm also wondering will we see a minor managment change in programming as well.If I hear "Paws Pause" back on the air again we're gonna know what happened)
Soy Bomb II
USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 14:37:19 (EDT)

107.3 is no longer using the moniker "Dance Hits." Now it's just "You listening to 107.3" and "this is an all 80's weekend."
No Radio Guru
USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 14:17:30 (EDT)

I have no clue what "Thunder Country" is about as I'm not particularly fond of country music (with the exception of a few artists). I wish Jeff Beck and Tara Hunter well with their new venture. If you're a good jock, you can handle just about any format...they're both excellent at what they do, so their presentation will no doubt be good. As for dead air etc., heard on WGRX, all I can say is I've never seen anyone run a tighter board - no matter how complex or how much was going on than Jeff Beck. If things are loose now, they won't be for long. Good luck to all involved. I wish I could pick up the station just to get an idea of what is going on.
Lark <nyn8tv@hotmail.com>
USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 12:39:55 (EDT)

I'm always amazed when people who post on this board and think their opinions count demonstrate their true intellectual worth by exposing their ignorance by misspelling or misusing words that the average third grade C student should know. Take our friend Scott from Spottsylvania who says - and I cut and paste: " I think the loyal listeners of the other stations in the area will get board.... " BOARD! Did he really write that? Later in his post he uses the word again... " I will continue to read what is written on this board in hopes that more polite things will be said. " Scott - there's no polite way to say that any third grader knows the difference between the two words - no excuses, that's just plain ignorance - it demonstrates you probably haven't picked up a book in the past year. And what kind of undereducated over-opinionated person would post a judgemental message that preaches not to be judgemental? His final sentence tells all" " I know that when I was a little boy, I always wanted to be a DJ, sort of glad I went to work for the government now!"
English Teacher
USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 12:07:44 (EDT)

WOW, Reading this graffiti board, I have always found it interesting. But after all this time of reading I must finally comment: I have been listening to the new station in F'burg and if this is the finished product... I am sorry but I must laugh. The station has the same songs coming up along with the spaces of dead air in between. I am no expert but I do have to say I would much rather listen to a CD when waiting for another song to start. I have heard some of their comments; One is the sound of an operator saying "the number 933 has been changed to 1045 make a note of it" and "You won't read about me in the LOCAL newspaper or see me on TV but you will hear me from 3 to 7" this one is done by Jeff Beck. Personal, I think when you throw mud you should make sure that you don't get egg on your face when you do it! I have been listening to radio for many, many years and well, I have to add that I have never heard a station so loose make it for very long. I think the loyal listeners of the other stations in the area will get board and figure out that there is nothing to keep them there. When I have called the stations here, they have always been very polite to me and my friends. As for the comment made by S. M. Spotsy on arrogance; Who are you to say how people at WFLS are? They seem like family to me and in my opinion, which I know is mine, is what will keep them the most listened to station on my radio. I will admit that I listen to the others too but that is when my children are in the car. And as for the comment on the newspaper not placing their ad; Did anyone ever think maybe it was a salesperson who made the call on that one? I had a friend in DC who told me that it's not unusual for a salesperson to make a call like that, although it made the paper look bias, there are other papers in the area. I am not a lawyer but I am friends with a few and WGRX could have gone to one of them for advertisement if that is what they really wanted. Hey, all I know is when guys like us hear stuff like this we know that radio isn't what it usta be! Finding out the answers to the postings may never happen but I find it interesting that people can have such varied opinions without knowing or even listening to what is on the radio. I will continue to read what is written on this board in hopes that more polite things will be said. "Judge not least you be judged" so says the good book! We could all use a little more kindness in the world! I know that when I was a little boy, I always wanted to be a DJ, sort of glad I went to work for the government now!
Scott
Spotsylvania, VA USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 11:37:04 (EDT)

Slip off your dance shoes and slip into those tight fitting parachute pants.
All 80's All the Time
Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, May 20, 2001 at 09:08:16 (EDT)

In reference to that post about 107.3 & "changes coming soon",just an opinion to express here(and opinions are like assholes,everybody's got one)I believe that when Dee Dee comes back to work,I wouldn't say goodbye to Lisa.I think she'll have something else to do there.Just an opinion.
Soy Bomb II
USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 18:45:47 (EDT)

From what I heard,it was WLEE themselves who put those placards up.The idea,from what I was told,was to go to that basic human premise,"if you say keep away from something,you'll go there just to see what all the hubbub is about".It was just like in "Private Parts" when Pig Vomit was told people who hate Stern listen for long periods of time because they want to know "what's he gonna say next".What Will Imus say next,what will Liddy say next,what will Jabobs say next?
walking encyclopedia
USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 18:40:48 (EDT)

Cryptic, When did Greenville, NC have any Entercom Stations?? If they did, then what (frequency were they)??? --Brian T.
Brian T. <watford2003@msn.com>
Murfreesboro, NC USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 13:26:00 (EDT)

S.M. Spotsy is right about the attempt to advertise WGRX in the Free-Lance Star. An ad placed on Monday, for publication Thursday and Friday meets their PUBLISHED deadlines. From their web site: "Personnel in the advertising department are available to assist customers in the placement of their display ads. The deadline for display ads is three days before publication." Read it for yourself at: http://starweb.fredericksburg.com/adinfo.html Maybe, just maybe, those those small market, small minded gum shoes at the F-LS will have to answer to their arrogance. Plant them in concrete and make them an off shore reef.
The Advocate
Fredericksburg, VA USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 13:12:02 (EDT)

Interesting tidbit... Yesterday afternoon I heard the jock at 107.3 say "...Dance hits 107.3!!" and then added in a quieter voice "for now." Changes coming soon???
RicRadioGeek
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 09:44:01 (EDT)

Walking...WGRX in Baltimore/Westminster went from Classic Rock to a 2 year stint as Country, then moved on to "rock without the hard edge" and new calls WZBA-The Bay. I don't believe they were ever Jammin' Oldies.
xxx
USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 09:05:08 (EDT)

There are some clueless people commenting about WGRX in Fredericksburg... For the person who has the "spy" in F'burg and hot on the newspaper issue,,,, GET A NEW SPY... How totally inaccurate. What newspaper do you know has a 2 week deadline for ad placement? This went down on Monday for an ads to be placed on Thursday and Friday.. A local & a Washington attorney are on this, and WGRX has the newspaper by the balls on this one. The policy is that a paper can reject an ad based on content.. The problem is that they never even looked at the ad. If the format is so questionable why have 4 FLS, 3 BQB, and everyone at WWUZ called Jeff Beck looking for work at GRX? A sales rep from FLS has already jumped ship to GRX... S.M., Spotsy.
S.M. Spotsy
USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 08:37:17 (EDT)

Regarding Dance Dits 107, they are playing almost all 80's now. On the weekends it is 100% 80's. It seems like they are dumping the dance music and anything new format. Too bad because I would of liked Q94 to have some competition because that station sucks more than ever.
No Name <Jetski127@hotmail.com>
Richmond, Va USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 07:58:06 (EDT)

If you add 990 to 1320 you get 2310.
Mister Math
USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 00:50:09 (EDT)

Yeah, with those WLEE 990 billboards, I saw those also. Probably bought by WRVA with the salary saved from firing Millard the Mallard. I'd rather listen to 990 now, they sound better than 1140.
Listening to Jim Jacobs secretly from Basie Road
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 00:45:44 (EDT)

Interesting tidbit re: WLEE. One might think that it's call letters come from Robert E. LEE, after all this is the former capitol of the Confederacy and a radio station could honor his memory by using his surname for it's calls - but - don't fall into that misconception for you would be wrong, my friend. WLEE was named after LEVI ( nickname LEE ) SCHIMMELMAN, a Jewish immigrant from Minsk, Poland, who came to Richmond from New York's upper east side in 1894. He opened Richmond's first pickled kipper plant on East 17th street and become known internationall in the dried and flavored fish product business as " Mr Pickled Kipper. " From 1910 through 1935, Richmond's production of pickled kippers exceeded all the pickled kippers produced around the world - combined. In 1937, Schimmelman used some of his fish fortune to invest in a radio station, then located on Roderick Street - WHAM. Schimmelman, who observed the Jewish Kosher laws refused to operate a station named after a pork product and changed the calls to WKIP, after the fish that made his fortune. WKIP was moderately successful blending local soap opera dramas such as " The Many Loves of Margery Slattern " " Ed Has Three Grandmas " and " For the Love of Beulah " with music shows like " Cooter's Country Porch Cracker Barrel Danceree - hosted by Ned " 3 Fingers " Foster " The Tuesday Night Alamand Left " and the " The Flying Feet of Flo Dakota. " Schimmelman did a Sunday morning show called " I Simply Love Show Tunes. " Schimmelman, by the way, never married. He was a Sunday morning regular on Richmond's airwaves until 1955 when he passed away during his show. He was playing a cut from Annie Get Your Gun starring Ethel Merman and the song kept repeating until someone got curious and discovered poor Levi slumped over the board. That summer they changed the call letters from WKIP to WLEE in his honor. And now you know who WLEE got it's calls.
Mister History
USA - Saturday, May 19, 2001 at 00:26:36 (EDT)

I just saw a comment mentioning WLEE. Question: several months ago, billboards were on the sides of many city buses urging people not to listen to WLEE. What was up with that? Never saw anything about it in the paper. Thanks.
Curious
USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 23:59:22 (EDT)

Go to www.ricmedia.net and click on our newest feature...instant messaging! Register and you'll be able to chat real time with RIC radio buddies. Plus you'll know when your buds are online and you can touch base with them. Lots of other features, too...you can make yourself "Invisible" or "Busy" to ensure you don't get interrupted. Another free feature from MediaNet!
Mike <mike@pickeringonline.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 21:48:07 (EDT)

---and as I remember, WGRX Baltimore dumped rock and turned to Country and was about as sucessful as the River was here and is now doing(I think) Jammin Oldies.
walking encyclopedia
USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 19:19:22 (EDT)

I have a sneaking suspicion that WGRX is stunting too. FYI...WGRX used to be the calls of a classic rock station in the burbs of Baltimore about 7-8 years ago.
xxx
USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 18:11:54 (EDT)

Uh,Excuse me WGRX,but that Rock in The Country bit was tried before,up the road with the old Thunder Country.IT FLOPPED,BIG TIME!!This is what happens when outsiders walk in thinking they know more about a market than the people who live there(I'm speaking of the suits at Telemedia)and hire some consultant who knows more about programming his laptop & reading statistical breakdowns that what's really going on down on the street.I'm SURE the suits have hypmotized Jeff,Tara,Jim,and the others to think that this is gonna make see god,and pull a 60 share in the first book.To those fine folks I say,save your money,make some airchecks,and don't get too comfortable,AND KEEP YOUR RESUMES UPDATED,YOU'RE GONNA NEED 'EM SOONER THAN YOU THINK.I'm sure that the boys at WFLS(& probably WMZQ) are laughing thier asses off saying"Here We Go Again,watch 'em crash & burn!
cryptic
USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 17:40:31 (EDT)

NTR = Non-traditional revenue . . getting revenue from things other than spots . . i.e. Chili Cookoff, Bridal Show, etc.
Basie Roader
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 16:21:38 (EDT)

Really.. what does NTR mean
djdude
va USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 15:48:36 (EDT)

Thunder Country 104.5???? Jeff Beck, Tara Hunter and Jim Herring??? Wait a minute!! I've been listening to those three doing AOR/Classic Rock for years and can't imagine them steppin' up to the mic for a Heehaw Hoedown!! I'd put my money on this bein' some sorta stunt. It wouldn't be the first time a station went on playin' some kinda weird crap for the first 24 hours before pullin' out the real format. By the way, one of my spies up that way says they've heard AC/DC and 38 Special on the station. Country?? And about that newspaper ad rumor, the word I hear is that they showed up at the paper with it 24 hours before they wanted it to run. The ads are supposed to be in two weeks in advance and, if it violated stated deadline policies of the paper, they can turn it down and that's not "restraint of trade".
I. M. Confused
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 15:01:16 (EDT)

What a let down it was to hear another country music station in Fredericksburg! This was an excellent opportunity to go with a station that would play to the 20-40 year old market who just can't feel comfortable with the hit music (?) on BQB and 99, the country on FLS, and the watered down rock (?) hits on WWUZ. We can keep wishing that someone might discover this market, and the dollars that the market represents. Ugh!
Bumming in the burg' <na>
Fredericksburg, va USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 11:08:42 (EDT)

What a bummer! I was expecting something big in FM radio for the Fredericksburg area last night (especially with the credentials of the people we heard were involved with 104.5)! We got an FLS knockoff! This area rally could have used a station to fill in the gap between the 101.5 hits type format and the soft core rock(?) format of WWUZ. The 20-40 year old market is looking for radio! Country may cut it with the natives, but alot of folks I talk to are less than pleased with the radio alternatives in this town! Damn, I guess we can WISH!
Bummed Out in the Burg' <n/a>
Fredburg, VA USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 10:55:13 (EDT)

I'm Jim Jacobs agent. Sounds like alot of people want to kiss Jim's butt. Line up for the pleasure. That would make for great radio. He's available 3-6 PM, on WLEE Hot Talk 990. 306 W. Broad Street.
Jim's Agent
USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 10:02:31 (EDT)

Mike Anderson apologizes to Jeff Loughbridge and Thor profusely. Mike was wrong and they were right. Mike thought he knew what he was talking about but he was very wrong about all the hits Anderson was getting on his silly little ricmedia.net site. Mike now admits that his site, which is still a silly little thing, actually gets almost 13 visitors (not hits) a month, not each week as Mike said. Mike admits he is an idiot and Mike will kiss Jim Jacobs' butt! Mike is foolish, Mike is wise, Mike needs a new career.
Mike Anderson <Mike@pickeringonline.com>
St Louis, MO USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 07:56:31 (EDT)

WGRX Thunder 104.5 Country that Rocks
Thom Mac <morningmacattack@radiodjs.com>
Bowling Green, VA USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 06:35:57 (EDT)

Thor, carry your herpes infested *ss! You are stupid and it's showing in your last few posts. Work for Disney and shut the hell up. Everybody knows who you are you stupid piece of s*it. Even Randall wouldn't hire you, you computer moron. My 7 year old cousin knows more about internet terminilogy than your flea bag *ss. Stay in the homosexual chat rooms where you belong!
Your Mama
Who Cares, VA USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 03:09:40 (EDT)

Thor apologizes to Jeff Loughbridge and Mike Anderson profusely. Thor was wrong and they were right. Thor thought she knew what she was talking about but she was very wrong about all the hits Anderson was getting on his silly little ricmedia.net site. Thor now admits that Anderson's site, which is still a silly little thing, actually gets almost 130,000 visitors (not hits) a month, not each week as Thor said. Thor admits she is an idiot and Thor will kiss Jim Jacobs' butt! Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor needs to dye her hair again.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, VA USA - Friday, May 18, 2001 at 00:11:12 (EDT)

So, what's the scoop on Jeff Beck's station WGRX in Fredricksburg? Format?
Listener
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 23:38:15 (EDT)

So, what's the scoop on Jeff Beck's station WGRX in Fredricksburg? Format?
Listener
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 23:38:09 (EDT)

NTR = No Thor Remains
ralf the elf
USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 22:58:54 (EDT)

what does NTR mean?
djdude
VA USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 22:54:10 (EDT)

Hey Jeff Loughridge Thor knows all about that tech stuff you posted. Thor was pointing out Mike Anderson's BS about all the hits he was getting on his silly little site. It looks like Mike doesn't know about the difference between hits and page views. Thor took Jeff's information, plugged it into her special NTR computer and found only two people go to Mike's site, that was Mike & the Dirt Woman. Hey Jeff tell everyone at CBS in DC Thor says hello. Thor did not attend the Soden awards,Thor was sad, Thor was busy washing her long blond hair. Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor needs to dye her hair again.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 21:22:00 (EDT)

Hey,was Thor at the Soden Awards?Knowing her/his attitude,she/he probably took a pee in the punchbowl.
spoiler
USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 19:02:08 (EDT)

Just a short note to thank the Richmond Association of Broadcaster's Board for a great time, as always this year. I will be honest, I had my doubts if this format would work this year, but, I have to say, I couldn't have been any more pleased. Bottega's is fantastic place, the food was good, the speeches were elequant especally Scott Steven's. I'm sure there was a tape rolling somewhere! For all who did not attend and just decided to snub it this year for whatever reason, you missed a good time. All 3 recipients of the awards, Treeda and Tim for Lifetime Achievement and Lisa Shaffner for Broadcaster of the year, all gave great acceptance speeches. John Harding was his usual humorous self when introducting Tim Timberlake and a great time was had by all. THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU for a really great time...BOB-A-LOU
BOB-A-LOU <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
MECHANICSVILLE, VA USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 18:08:50 (EDT)

Congratulations to Treeda Smith and Tim Timberlake winners of the Frank Soden Lifetime Achievement Award presented by the Richmond Broadcasters' Hall of Fame. Treeda Smith was the longtime News Director for Q-94 (WRVQ) and was the Community Affairs Director for WWBT-TV 12. Tim Timberlake, who recently left radio, was the morning drive host on WRVA for many years. Congrats are also in order for Lisa Schaffner, News Anchor for WRIC TV 8 who was named Broadcaster of the Year.
Scott Stevens <scottstevens@richmond.com>
USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 16:32:24 (EDT)

Thor, time for a little net education. It is possible (probable, maybe not)for a small web site to have 130,000 "hits" per week. You are confusing "hits" with "page views." A hit is a request for data. If your web sites' main page has 150 elements on it, such as graphics, buttons, applets; each one is individually requested by your browser and sent by the server. Each request counts as a "hit." So, to see your main page, one person would generate 150 "hits." That same person would only count as 1 "page view," though. The other statistic that really counts is how long a person stays within your web site. If you sell web based NTR, and maybe you don't, I would expect you to know that.
Jeff Loughridge <jloughridge@cbs.com>
Washington, DC USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 11:27:58 (EDT)

With regard to the W-P doing a story on the restraint of trade issue between The Free Slant Star and WGRX. The comment was made that the W-P doesn't do that great a job of covering DC radio, why would they cover F'burg. I hope Frank or someone reads this and does indeed to a story, but not because it's radio but because it concerns how business is conducted. This is a business and regulatory issue more than a radio issue. The F-L-S has certainly violated certain free-trade practices. But more importantly, this behavior is a glaring example, in Congress' backyard, of why Congress has not moved ahead with Sen. McCain's attempts to loosen cross-media ownership rules. What F-L-S did is EXACTLY, a text book perfect example of, the sort of behavior that critics claim will occur nationwide if the current restrictions on cross-media ownership (one company owning both newspapers, AM/FM and TV stations, cable, etc in a market) are loosened. That is why the W-P should cover this story, it could have nationwide impact if it becomes the poster child for increasing regulation and federal policing, rather than the proposed decreasing, of the affairs between different media in a market. And, for the record, WGRX was paying for those ads, they are not trade. If indeed WFLS and Y99 are not being back-charged for their ads in the F-L-S, then the auditors should be shot, that violates basic accounting and business principles. EB
EB
USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 09:21:03 (EDT)

Wouldn't it be poetic justice for the Washington Post or the tv stations to grab this WGRX / Free Lance Star controversy and give GRX the shot in the arm to take off and kick butt??? A simliar situation occurred in Anderson, South Carolina many years ago and fortunately the radio station prevailed victorious because the business community united behind the stand alone rather than the corporate-wanna be who thought he had the market wrapped up with his newspaper/fm powerhouse.... The bigger they are the harder they fall..... Hope GRX has deep pockets and can make something of this restraint of trade issue.. The FREE-SLANT STAR has gotten away with too much for too long...
,
USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 09:20:19 (EDT)

(In regards to the previous message about the Fredericksburg Free-Lance Star) How pathetic! How can they refuse to accept advertising from a radio station? The only thing I can think of is maybe GRX wanted to trade and the paper didn't see the value. But even then, I'll guarantee there is no cash changing hands for the giant FLS and YSK ads they run. I really hope someone contests the newspaper purchasing WWUZ. If this isn't "restrictive trade" I don't know what is. As far as GRX goes, I am still holding on to my original theory of mainstream or alternative rock geared to 18 - 34 men. Why try to fight two heritage 50k powerhouses that are firmly entrenched in the market (FLS and B101.5) when there is significant listenership leaving the market. If all they did was pickup the ratings that go to XL102 and JFK they would do quite well, in fact they would beat GRQ. Plus, YSK has been trying to take on B101.5 for more than a year and, even with a newspaper ad every day, they haven't cracked a 2 share. Granted, the "talent" on YSK is weak at best, but you can have the best radio station in the world and if no one knows you are there - guess what - you'll do hashmarks for numbers. Without a TV station, not a significant number of billboards, and a newspaper that refuses to accept advertising from other radio stations, how are people going to know GRX exists? My guess is an office building sign on Lafayette Boulevard won't cut it. Hey Dave, can we form a group to contest the sale of WWUZ? (May 16, 2001)

, VA USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 09:19:30 (EDT)

WGRX in Fredericksburg wanted to place an ad in the Free Lance Star newspaper which owns WFLS & WYSK in Fredericksburg and they will not accept ads from another station. Most folks call that Restraint of Trade. The ad manager told them it was a new policy sent from upstairs. In today's paper, they ran half page ads in a few different sections promoting both WFLS & WYSK..... Why would they be so concerend about a 6K Directional with programming aimed at their biggest rival WBQB.... I guess we'll see if all the speculation is correct at 7pm Thursday night.. S.M. Orange,VA (May 16, 2001
EB
Orange, VA USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 09:18:24 (EDT)

DCRTV News Hotline 5/17 - We hear that as WGRX (104.5 FM) prepares to launch in the Fredericksburg area, the local newspaper, the Free Lance-Star, which owns a bunch of competing radio stations in that region, won't run ads for the new station.
EB
Orange, VA USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 09:17:21 (EDT)

Clear Channel and that Randall Bloomquist guy need to get it together. Randall you sure have ruined all of the clear channel stations. Why don't you get the "Hell" out of Richmond. You are making everyone miserable over at Clear Channel. Clear Channel was much better off in the "good ol days." I sure don't know where you came from to ruin Richmond Radio the way you have. But you have done a good job at it. Randall you suck. You have completley ruined Richmond Radio. I would sugggest that you get out of the Richmond Market. All you do is ruin the good things.
Shorty
VA USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 08:52:01 (EDT)

Thor spreads herpes at every opportunity.
Doctor X
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 03:08:14 (EDT)

Re: Thor -- yawn.
Mike Anderson <mike@pickeringonline.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Thursday, May 17, 2001 at 02:31:24 (EDT)

Thor would like to once again thank Mike Anderson, the silly guy from St Louis who wrote Thor the following e mail: Well, that's nice. Mike On 15 May 2001, at 14:54, the distinguished and honorable Thor Thor wrote: > > Mike, > > Thor was trying to figure out who you were, and Thor thought > she remembered and she did. Thor worked with you for about > a week, Thor thinks. > > Thanks for confirming and thanks for writing back so > quickly. Good luck with your board, Thor hopes it is going > well for you. > > Thor Thor was being soiciable, but Thor sees that can't happen. Thor would like to point out the Bull Sh.t concerning the St Louis site, 130,000 "hits" per week. Let's say there are 1000 people in radio in St Louis, each of them is going to your stupid site 130 times per week, sounds a pretty lazy group of over wieght jocks visiting your lousy site. Thor uses Earthlink, Thor uses AOL, Thor uses the local library, Thor uses Kinko's, Thor has even used a friends site through a major big ass company. Thor has been pounded for not giving Thor's correct name. When all air personalities give their true name, Thor will give hers. Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor is taking her $300k to the bank baby.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 23:01:31 (EDT)

Another AllAccess post with a Richmond connection.Jim Kirkland,former OM of The Entercom Cluster in Greenville NC got blown out the door last week.Kirkland,for you with very long memories,was PD of Richmond's WORST oldies station ever,the late 96.5 The Duck.Anybody Remember Webb Foote?(Please,not while I'm eating)
cryptic
USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 19:17:09 (EDT)

Regarding that WVBB story,I had heard they were kicking the tires of that station last year(they really wanted one of the CC/AMFM FM spinoffs,but no cigar,thank goodness).I think the people at that Hoffman Goochland EZ station should try hire Floyd Henderson now.It could only help them.
walking encyclopedia
USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 18:18:44 (EDT)

Listen to this: ALL ACCESS reports that SALEM (the people that specialize in killing good formats for their christian format i.e.: WAVA in D.C., just recently a CHR/Rhy in Sac-town) has purchased WVBB-AM (Adult Standards) from Cox Radio for somewhere in the $700,000 neighborhood. It seems like more Adult Standards stations are dying by the minute.
Informer Jr.
USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 12:48:14 (EDT)

I've got the tape recorder ready for 7 PM tomorrow night as 104.5 is ready to lauch. Looking forward to hearing Jeff Beck on the air again as well as Tara Hunter. Who's doing the other shifts over there. Have they announced that yet? I hear they have the others lined up but I have not seen or heard any names. What's the format? Anybody got any clue? Thanks!
JT
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 12:23:15 (EDT)

Why are the legends of Richmond only posting once and a while? Isn't the whle point of this board to have the people who made a difference post?
Observer
USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 09:40:03 (EDT)

Due to the sale of WWUZ 969 The Rock to the Free Lance Star I will be staying at the station thanks for all the great emails. Thom Mac 969 The Rock
Thom Mac <morningmacattack@radiodjs.com>
bolwing green, va USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 08:04:00 (EDT)

Thor is a sack o'crap.
He/she's been trying to figure out if he/she knew me back in the bad old days at WRNL. His/her emails to me have been pretty funny and very tentative. We might have worked together way back when, as he/she claims, but who cares? If we did it wasn't for long or to much impact.
$300k NTR sales, in the Richmond market? No disrespect intended to the market, but $300k? Bet not. Maybe he/she will choke on those oysters he/she says he/she is eating...

Thor's originating ISP (before the hotmail false ID) is Sprint and is local. 158.252.72.34 is his/hers originating IP...smart folks can track him/her down pretty easily, even though that's a floating IP. Have a big time.
Mike Anderson <mike@pickeringonline.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Wednesday, May 16, 2001 at 04:52:33 (EDT)

Thor sold a $300,000 NTR deal today, Thor is very happy. Hey Toll Collector Robert H, that's about a month's worth of 8 hour shifts for you at the Powhite toll isn't it? Hey toll Boy, the sale was done without the expense of call letters or anything else. Wow, NTR can really work. Now that we know everyone on the planet is happy for Lisa, can someone get back to the insults? Thor is brave, Thor is wise, Thor will eat oysters tonight and get some tomorrow.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 22:05:55 (EDT)

Good Luck Lisa.I did not enjoy seeing you out of work & off the air,really.Get in there & kick some ass and reclaim your territory.
supporter thru mutual friends
USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 20:05:22 (EDT)

Congratulations Lisa! I am so happy for you. I, too, now work for Main Quad Communications (have been at their TV and Radio properties in North Carolina for about a year, but still living in Virginia). It is an absolutely fantastic group and you will really enjoy it. They truly know how to treat people with respect and dignity and make you feel like a part of the family. I am grateful every day I am with them. Best of luck to you. PLEASE keep in touch.
Carla Cash <carlacash@4talkradio.com>
VA USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 19:33:31 (EDT)

Saw on AllAccess that Don Walker,former co-host the oldAlternative 104.7/106.5 Buzz back in the mid-90's has been promoted to PD at Roanoke Alternative station WZZI.
cryptic
USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 19:02:44 (EDT)

Tara, I look forward to your debut on Thursday! Best of luck to you and Jeff Beck!
BH
Richmond, VA USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 17:09:56 (EDT)

Lisa, Congratulations! Looking forward to hearing you soon! Way to go! Tara
Tara Hunter <hunternet@earthlink.net>
USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 13:54:04 (EDT)

Congratulations, Lisa! Best of luck to you!
Shotgun John <www.john.staton.bv7d@statefarm.com>
Dillwyn, VA USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 10:45:01 (EDT)

Congratulations Lisa, way to go! Thor looks forward to hearing you on the air! Thor---The Anti Roth. Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor is eating sushi today while she sells a $300k NTR package. Kiss Thor's butt!
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 08:54:16 (EDT)

WE went to visit someone?? He strikes me as the worst houseguest possible. The same type of person who still lives at home. UGH! Congratulations Lisa, whoever you are. I'm glad WE won't be at the Soden awards.
Comments added
USA - Tuesday, May 15, 2001 at 06:29:49 (EDT)

Lisa, I heard you on Dance Hits a couple of weeks ago with Billy. Glad to hear that you're back on the air in Richmond. Congrats...We'll all be listening!
Jay Stevens
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, May 14, 2001 at 23:51:42 (EDT)

I agree with the previous post. I never know what I'm going to get when I turn on Dance Hits. It's kinda like going to Burger King and ordering a whopper, and then when I get to the window I get sushi! It's awesome! When are you guy's giving away the million dollars? All I've heard you give away so far was a couple of race tickets. That's okay though, I still love you guys. But, is there any way you could put a disc jockey on the air who is just a little entertaining? All I ever hear is mumble, mumble, mumble..Dance Hits 107! With a better variety of the 80's and beyond! Beyond what? The Thunderdome?
Listener
Richmond, VA USA - Monday, May 14, 2001 at 18:16:07 (EDT)

Contrary to the ratings, I am a huge FAN of Dance Hits 107. To me, it gives new meaning to fun radio. It's so much more interesting to guess what song is coming on, instead of KNOWING the same songs will be played over and over every hour and a half. Anyway, I've noticed a totally different direction in its sound over the last week or so. There is much more 80's music appearing on the station now, and much less dance music. Anybody know about a possible format change in the near future??? Thanks for any and all comments!
Richmond Radio Listener
USA - Monday, May 14, 2001 at 13:20:31 (EDT)

Congrats, Lisa - glad you'll still be around! Tapes will be rolling!
BTO
Richmond, USA - Monday, May 14, 2001 at 09:32:38 (EDT)

Lisa, You GO GIRL!...Where the hell have you been? Heard a lot of rumors but nothing worth repeating. Good for you!...Call me and catch me up...I'm in the book...say hi to Jack Alix for me...HOT DAMN!
BOB-A-LOU <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
MECHANICSVILLE, VA USA - Monday, May 14, 2001 at 09:14:49 (EDT)

Lisa, You go girl!...Where the hell have you been? Heard a lot of rumors but nothing worth repeating. Good for you!...Call Me and catch me up. I'm in the book. Say hi to Jack Alix for me.
BOB-A-LOU <BOBALOU4@AOL.COM>
MECHANICSVILLE, VA USA - Monday, May 14, 2001 at 09:09:29 (EDT)

Hey Lisa...CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!!!Glad to see you get the opportunity to stay in Richmond. I can understand about those gas prices, $2 a gallon out here(if your lucky) But at least you guys have POWER!!!!!have fun at 107 and don't forget to kick some ass!!!!!!!
Mike Meyers <teke69@aol.com>
Stockton, CA USA - Monday, May 14, 2001 at 07:26:06 (EDT)

Congratulations Lisa, way to go! I look forward to hearing you on the air! Roth---The Anti Thor
Roth <Roth@aol.com>
Richmond, Va USA - Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 21:12:59 (EDT)

Thanks for the kind words E. Whoever you may be. Always good to hear some encouragement instead of what we're used to. You rock. Are you female? Just wondered.
Johnny Young <JYoung102@Mediaone.net>
Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 20:02:20 (EDT)

Congratulations, Lisa!!! And welcome back to the Richmond airwaves.
Bob Somers <audimg@aol.com>
Richmond, VA USA - Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 17:50:13 (EDT)

Hello! I got the nicest e-mail from Michael Guld at 107.3 inviting me to be a part of his team for awhile. I start tomorrow. It's cool to not have to fill up every day...gas prices are straining the budget. Joey, Billy, Dee and Javier are a lot of fun and I'm psyched to be working in the city I love!
lisa mckay <lisamckay@aol.com>
richmond, va USA - Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 16:06:36 (EDT)

Thor has the highest respect for Mr Soden. Thor even worked with Mr Soden many moons ago. Thor knows Mrs Soden, and respects her very much. Thor would not make an ass of herself at such a wonderful event. Here is what Thor does not repect: people who profess to be Richmond Radio pros, Walking Cliff Notes and other idiots on this board. Hey Richmond Radio rookie, your career has been on the downslide for at least 12 years now and you know it. Do yourself a favor and become a farmville radio pro, or Winchester Radio pro or Dutch gap radio pro, moron. Richmond has enough idiots, one don't you make it one less. Thor is wise, Thor is brave, Thor is in a very bad mood because her bra broke.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 16:02:23 (EDT)

I've got the perfect solution to this Soden thing. How about a DRIVE THRU celebration? Various members of the Richmond On Air community can be behind the mikes at various DRIVE THRUS around town. On that day, the rest of us can visit the fast food joint most convenient to our homes or jobs and experience Richmond Broadcasting at it's finest. All they have to do is give the time and temp and say " morning y'all. " According to a recent TV report our current most honored jock says that's all he has to do to be so beloved. Maybe the rest of us should take a tip from him. As far as the rest of us are concerned, getting a bit of experience at a second job isn't a bad idea considering the current climate. Bye y'all
Air Flight Controller
USA - Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 11:04:10 (EDT)

If Thor is going to be at the radio luncheon in honor of Frank Soden, I won't be there. I know everything about Frank's career, and I respect him. But a Luncheon??? That's ridiculous. Like an after thought. I truly hope Frank has fun. I also hope Thor doesn't make an ass of himself, but I doubt it.
RichmondRadioPro
USA - Sunday, May 13, 2001 at 06:33:38 (EDT)

Hey Johhny! I know what you mean about the metal file; I miss it like crazy. I used to love hearing my favorite music on the radio. And personnally, I think you are under-appreciated as a d.j. as well as Lucas. It seems to me that the d.j.s that have zero personality are the ones that get all the credit. I know it can get lonely in the wee hours of the morning, so keep up the good work. Richmond radio would be less wonderful if it wasn't for guys like you.
E <ananda86161>
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, May 12, 2001 at 11:49:22 (EDT)

Re Richmond Broadcasters' Hall of Fame....I am sorry if anyone was offended by having the awards ceremony moved to a luncheon this year. In the past, we've had complaints about the show being at night because of work schedules and the unwillingness of morning show folks to go to bed late. Admittedly, we only gave you three weeks notice of the actual date of the event. I apologize. Perhaps some background information would be helpful. One of the reasons of moving the event THIS year to a luncheon was to reduce the overall cost of the event. In the past, the cost of the event was more than the amount generated by ticket sales. The balance was made up by corporate donations. Two years ago,we received corporate donations from 10 different stations or groups. Last year, we received donations from three. We took a bath and struggled with a decision to even continue with the event. Our choices were to have it at night and jack up the ticket price (and run the risk of personal liability with some people not coming because it cost too much),have a smaller scale luncheon where costs could be contained, or just blow up the whole thing. We chose the luncheon and hope to move back to an evening event next year for the 10th anniversary. In my opinion, a luncheon is a nice alternative because all of the attention will be focused on the winners. In a huge hotel banquet room with people standing around talking during the presentations, there were many distractions which took away from the ceremony. The Richmond Broadcasters Hall of Fame board is just a bunch of jocks and TV folks who VOLUNTEER to put this on and spend a lot of time and effort with NO compensation...we even have to buy tickets to our own party. Should we not have enough money to cover expenses, we get out our personal checkbooks to make up the difference. As I have mentioned on previous posts, should you any questions, feel free to shoot me an e-mail.
Scott Stevens Board of Directors RBHOF <scottstevens@richmond.com>
USA - Saturday, May 12, 2001 at 07:14:19 (EDT)

Hey Anon girl, I'de give my left...well you know, to be making $25k a year. Believe me, That's a fortune compared to what I make at XL.I'm talking more than double. If it's money that attracts you to the afternoon gig, you might want to stay where you are. But I don't wanna discourage anyone from trying to further their career. So I say weigh the pros and cons and think long and hard about it. With your experiance you'll make the right decision. Just don't want you to have any grand illusions of making alot of money from Clear Channel and XL. If you think that working for the cluster of CC will help your carrer in the long run, then by all means go for it. Good luck to ya. By the way where is this WWUZ 969 the Rock?
Johnny Young <JYoung102@Mediaone.net>
Richmond, VA USA - Saturday, May 12, 2001 at 07:06:34 (EDT)

If you want the latest on the entertainment industry, email us to be put on are mailing list for our newsletters. Oh and can someone tell Shawn Micheals that he does not fit Power 92 format.. he tries hard,but its not working.. Q94 or XL 102 would fit you better.. thanks
Nino <Opennmic@aol.com>
USA - Saturday, May 12, 2001 at 01:32:10 (EDT)

Hey Walking Cliff Notes, Thor thought you were happy to get out of radio. Thor saw you posted the following:,"all I can say is that I'm glad I decided in 1995 to start swimming away from radio because I knew that this is what it was gonna turn into.I'm sooooo over it now.I just need my weekly fix.I knew it was over when I started turning down full time offers & not feeling bad about it(I've turned down 3 unsolicited offers in the past 5 years) and actually looking forward to going in to work at my nonradio full time employer.... Now back to Thor.....Thor wants to know Mr Cliff notes, what is it, do you love being away from radio and now at a gig that won't let you off for a couple of hours? Thor wants to know what is so great about that gig? Thor bets even Rob Hofffman can get away from his high paying toll collecting gig on the Powhite PKWY. Make up your Mind, mr Cliff Note, the Luncheon was and is a good idea, especially since a geek like you can't attend. Thor is wise Thor is brave, Thor thinks Roth should use better manners. Roth is Rob Hofffman.
Thor <tealc2001@hotmail.com>
Short Pump, Va USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 23:53:17 (EDT)

Response to spoiler: In today's radio world, why not respect what you refer to as "rookies" trying to make a go of it with a radio station. With all the negative things said on this site about the prototypical radio consolidator, Clear Channel, and the homoginization of radio weve seen (most recent Richmond example is Clear Channel's destruction of local programming on WRNL in favor of the company-owned Fox Sports), its too bad there aren't more people with the guts to try in on their own. They should be applauded and supported, not criticized.
Another "Rookie"
USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 22:23:17 (EDT)

Roth, speaking of which... here it is another Friday night and you have nothing better to do than spout half assed disgruntled ininformed inanities and anonymously call people you don't know pricks. You obviously have posted on the wrong site - you need to go to the lifeless prick web site, your table is waiting in the no thinking section. You are the weakest dink - goodbye
Air Traffic Controller
USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 21:02:05 (EDT)

Hi, I'm Roth, The Anti-Thor. I promise to speak about radio, speak out against bad posts and support everyone's efforts to make radio better. First. Cox is playing 50 minutes of music per hour because it is a COX radio mandate from Bob Neal to only play 10 units per hour. As generic as it may seem, Cox is the only company limiting spot load. Look at the units per hour on the other stations. I'd like to ask one of the Sales managers from the other companies why they don't do the same. I've heard about the Clear Channl regional Maganer, I think he is out of Deleware, I heard he is a prick and why they've lost 55 people since September. Hey what does every think of national contesting? By the way speaking of pricks, Thor is a prick.
Roth <Roth@aol.com>
Richmond, Va USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 20:27:47 (EDT)

Couldn't agree more with WE. I work mornings. I do production, etc after my shift. Then I work with my team to prep for the next day. I don't have the leisure of taking hours off in the afternoon to attend a luncheon. At least when the event was at night, it was my choice as to whether I'd attend and lose some sleep. But when you schedule it in the afternoon you've just taken me out of the picture. I can't go back to work after the luncheon with any energy. That's why I don't go to afternoon ballgames or play golf. Sorry, but if you add morning guys to afternoon people and production types who have to be at work, you've reduced the people who can attend to a select few non-essential personel with too much time on their hands. Bad choice.
Another who won't be at the Soden
USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 18:41:35 (EDT)

The WWUZ situation is typical of stand alones run by rookies these days.They walk in with some preconceived notion of what THEY think radio is supposed so sound like(sometime with some "consultant"(can you say "snake oil salesman","--my format will give incredible power,it'll give the ratings of ten stations in one book--")egging them along.Then they get into it and trying to compete with Clear Channels,Cox's,Free Lance Star's,Mid Atlantic Networks,& Telemedia's of the world,and after lossing their asses several times,they(or maybe the bank that loaned 'em the money)finally realize the facts of life that you can run a station like Mrs Carlson had on WKRP against the "Big Boys" of the world,it takes MONEY guys,LOTS of money,and probably money you never had.Even Margorie Crump who had heritage WCMS and was still going strong with the station a few years ago realized she was up against the all the new "Clusters" in Tidewater and sold out to Barnstable.I would personally would advise anybody considering going with a stand alone,no matter what size market to check out the backround of the company that ownes to see if it's real broadcast company or a bunch of "wanna-be's with money".To anybody who got caught inthe WWUZ sale,all I can say is --NEXT TIME DO YOUR HOMEWORK!!!
spoiler
USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 15:37:06 (EDT)

To The Richmond Broadcasters Hall Of Fame.For the first time in 9 years,you won't be seeing me at this years award.The primary reason is that you gave all of us barely enough notice(to wit,my full time employers refused to give me the day off) and turned it into a daytime luncheon(THIS IS BAD IDEA,I DO NOT AGREE WITH IT.I think you guys are screwing a lot of people who CAN'T get off from their daytime jobs like me),and from what I was told originally by one of your board member's that this "luncheon" was gonna to be for very selected few(by special invintation only) & closed to everybody else(how much heat did you guys get for making that now defunct call?).In closing,I will say this,The Broadcasters Hall Of fame is a good idea.I still support it wholeheartedly,but this "luncheon" thing is the WRONG way to do it.I was told by that same board member they planning a BIG 10th aniversary celebration for next as a prime time evening event in the spirit of previous events.To all the ones like me who either couldn't go or don't agree with this "luncheon" format,I urge you to let the board members know,loud & direct(if you can get a ballot,all the board names are on the ballot)your opinions.Let's hope next year we can get back to normal. Have nice lunch guys.
walking encyclopedia
USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 15:10:35 (EDT)

As of May 11th 2001 the Free Lance Star has entered into an agreement to purchase WWUZ 969 The Rock pending FCC approval this should go through and be done in about 90 days. Intersting turn of events since I turned in my resigantion I hope all is going weel with you all Thom Mac 969 The Rock
Thom McGuire <morningmacattack@radiodjs.com>
Bowling Green, VA USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 10:42:47 (EDT)

Thank you to everyone who has taken the time to respond to my inquiry about the current situation at XL102. Yes, I have 10 years experience in this industry and am quite content and happy and incredibly secure in my current position. I suppose the lure of bigger money has me considering to apply over there; but it is definitely counterbalanced by the tremendous amount of negative things I've seen written about John Lassman. I'm well aware of the way Clear Channel operates and that is definitely something I would consider too. I suppose I will continue to struggle along making $25K a year but continue be happy in my job. Thanks again everyone.
Anon-Girl
USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 10:20:24 (EDT)

anon girl, answer me this: do you have any radio experience? if so, you no-doubt understand the current state of the union when it comes to clear channel and how they've affected our industry. translation: you know what you're getting into. i too fear that xl will switch, with AOR radio on the general nationwide decline and questionable management practices being exercised over on basie road. in truth, even those who post on this board have no way of knowing if it'll be on the air tomorrow. it's a murky puddle at best, and i would really only recommend it if you a) are a wiley veteran or b) have a back up plan for when the ship goes down. that said, radio is not as lost a cause as some would have you think. and the only way to be successful at doing it is by actually DOING IT. so if you believe in yourself, don't let all of our negative talk make you wait until it's more stable...jump in! best of luck to you.
nesta
USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 09:06:59 (EDT)

Betty, I had every intention of being at the Broadcasters event this year but, unfortunately for me, they scheduled it a luncheon on the same day that we are kicking off WGRX-FM in Fredericksburg. Enjoy yourself and tell Scott Stevens, Steve Leonard and the Bowman Body I said hello. Also, have your tape recorders ready for the launch of WGRX-FM 104.5 in Fredericksburg if you live any where near there. 7 PM is the kickoff time and it's going to charge up this town!
Jim Herring
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 08:54:28 (EDT)

Also remember, XL102 may not be around that much longer in its current format. They have been taking a beating for awhile now, and they are exhibiting all the classic symptoms of a station about to take a dive. They let go talent, and don't replace them. They Voicetrack. Also, they have pretty stiff competition now on both sides. 965 is doing well, and their afternoon show sounds good. 101 is finally live. I heard jocks on there the other day and that station sounds pretty good too. It's going to be hard for 102 to carve a niche. Something to remember if you plan to walk on a current job.
Prior X
USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 03:09:03 (EDT)

Tonya St. Romain you are missed greatly. There's no reason to watch the news anymore.
Radio GaGa
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 03:08:07 (EDT)

To Anon Girl who wants to go to XL.Go for it!Maybe you'll get it.Word of warning though,to be hired you MUST sign a piece of paper that says that if you leave OR they fire you you can't work at any other radio,TV,or cable station in Richmond for 6 months after you leave(can anybody out there say Zak Jordan or Tom Callin) AND you have to sign an agreement that any legal disputes must go thru binding Arbitration(IE:You lose your right to sue until your legal dispute is resolved by an arbitrator from The American Abritration Association),plus,CC is self insured.Good Luck!
spoiler
USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 02:18:18 (EDT)

See Lucas, I told you people miss you at night!! Talent speaks louder than automation. Thanks for your comments E!! Lucas does rock. His ratings have always proved that. Keep radio LIVE!! God I miss Metal File.
Johnny Young <JYoung102@Mediaone.net>
Richmond, VA USA - Friday, May 11, 2001 at 01:29:15 (EDT)