FRIDAY in Broadcast History .. June 6th
As well as D-Day in WWII, June 6th gave us Front Page Challenge on CBC-TV; Gordon Sinclair gave the first of what would be a lifetime of personal newscasts on Toronto's CFRB; Herman's Hermits headlined the Ed Sullivan Show, while Rod Stewart started his solo singing career.
Bob Barker taped his final Price is Right, and Bill Haley's "Rock Around the Clock," the record that revolutionized the music business, hit #1 for the first time.
Details on these and scores of other anniversaries INSIDE.
Toronto Ad Man David Bray Looks at the Spring Radio PPM’s
For those who maintain the 2+ numbers are of little value, David Bray breaks out the ratings leaders for each city in the various demo groups.
K-97 Production from yesteryear…
Here is some of Mark Summers favorite production work done at K97 in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. There are commercials, Station Promo's, Id's & Songs. Voiced by Gord Marriott and Terry Evans.
Joseph Planta talks with CBC News Anchor Gloria Macarenko
Gloria Macarenko, the host of the evening newscast at 5.00pm and 6.00pm has just celebrated her 25th anniversary at the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. It’s a good time to look back at her time at the public broadcaster, as well as look ahead. She’s recently begun hosting Our Vancouver, an hourly program on weekends.
National Radio Hall of Fame/WGN Loses Cubs
Al Peterson's NTS Media OnLine look at the U.S. National Radio Hall of Fame... WGN no longer to carry the Cubs Games, Dr. Laura and other news inside...
CALGARY Radio PPM Ratings .. Feb. 24 – May 25 2014
Despite audience drops, Country CKRY and CBC Radio One continue as market leaders. Kiss FM plummets; UP, AMP and Jack FM make healthy gains.
EDMONTON Radio PPM’s – February 24th to May 25th, 2014
Now continues to lead the Edmonton market with 630 Ched slipping down to an 8.4. Gains for the Bounce and Virgin. Harvard's new entry Cruz 95.7 fizzles