Industry News Bits TUE 7-23-24
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Nielsen JUNE 2024 PPM is complete. Go HERE for latest PPM ratings. Look for the July releases starting 8/5.
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid JUNE
WEEC/Dayton – 1.5
WCSG/Grand Rapids – 8.7
WJQK/Grand Rapids – 3.0
KXOJ/Tulsa – 5.4
WOLZ HD2/Ft Myers – 0.3
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid SPRING
KVMV/McAllen – 7.2
WCSG/Grand Rapids is #1 again in the June monthly with one of their biggest cumes ever coming in at 192,700. Also, WCSG is #1 with a 8.7 share persons 12+ and a 12.2 share with Women 12+.
WCSG consultant Brian Wright says, “I am so happy for the team at WCSG who works very hard at building strong relationships with their listeners. They work just as hard at building these relationships as they do with friends and family. This accomplishment is even more outstanding given the fact that there are 15 other faith based radio station getting diary mentions in the Grand Rapids market, let along the dozens of other mainstream stations.”
Danielle Salsgiver is joining Kinship Radio/Mankato, MN as their new Operations Manager. Danielle’s previous Christian Radio includes Moody Radio/Chicago.
Kinship Radio airs on 22 frequencies in Minnesota and Iowa and is also heard online at www.kinshipradio.org.
Former WFFH/Nashville (The Fish) afternoon host Doug Griffin is joiningThe Passion Radio Network/Farmington, NM. Doug will VT’ing locally 4p to 630p and eventually expanding to a 2-6:30 shift. Anyone in need of a voice tracker—reach out to Doug@DJDougGriffin.com.
Focus on the Family has hired Joel McCann to fill the open Director of Broadcast and A/V Support position.
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Daywind Music Publishing announces the continuation of its partnership with singer-songwriter Joseph Habedank through a renewed co-publishing agreement.
Throughout his career, Joseph Habedank has achieved significant milestones as a songwriter, boasting an impressive portfolio that includes nine #1 hits and the prestigious recognition of five Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) awards. His lyrical ability and artistic vision have resonated deeply within the Christian music community and beyond, establishing him as a pivotal figure within the genre.
“There are no greater champions for songs than Rick Shelton, Joe Dan Cornett, and everyone at Daywind Music Publishing. After a 20 plus year relationship with them, I am honored to re-sign with such a prestigious publisher,” says Habedank.
Rick Shelton, VP of DMP, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the mutual respect and creative synergy that define their partnership. “Joseph Habedank is not only a talented songwriter but also a cherished member of the Daywind family,” Shelton remarked. “For more than two decades, we’ve been privileged to be part of Joseph’s story, and we are honored to support him in the next chapter in his ministry.”
Sirius XM/The Message will broadcast the nominations for the 55th Dove Awards tomorrow. The announcements start at 8am ET.
The next FREE Dunham+Company webinar will be August 1, 2024, at 1 PM CT featuring Rick Dunham and Dr. Una Osili, the lead researcher for the Giving USA 2024 Annual Report on Philanthropy.
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HisAir NEWS FLASHBACK – July 23, 2021 – At WKNZ/Harrington (The Bridge) Mandy Wallace transitions to Community Engagement Specialist. In her role as Community Engagement Specialist, Wallace partners with Ben Sorrells, the Director of Community Engagement, to develop and deepen The Bridge’s commitment to regional non-profit organizations, churches, and individual listeners.
Milestones:
Stephen Baker 9 years at The JOY FM/Tampa
Ryan Chaz Lowder 9 years at Praise Live/Minneapolis
John Edmondstone Australia Christian Radio pioneer passed away 3 years ago
