Industry News Bits THU 7-25-24
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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
KGBI/Omaha – 3.7
AQH Share for Persons 12+, Mon-Sun 6AM-Mid SPRING
WALC/Charleston – 1.7
WSPO/Charleston – 1.2
KJTM/Lincoln – 0.5
WMBJ/Myrtle Beach – 1.0
Salem Radio talk host Mike Gallagher has scored a #1 in his home market of Greenville, SC. Four months ago, Mike Gallagher returned to his roots on WYRD/Greenville, where he had originally started 35 years ago.
WORD-FM is now #1, 12+ in the 10am to 3pm daypart where Mike resides, with an 8.3 share 12+ and over five hours of time spent listening. In the 10am to Noon daypart, solely occupied by Mike, the station soared to a 9.1 for #1 12+, beating the 2nd ranked station by 1.7 shares. In the 25-54 demo, Mike’s daypart of 10am to Noon jumped to a tie for 3rd place in the market with a 6.4 share. In the all-important 35-64 demo, Mike’s daypart 10am to Noon jumped to #1, scoring a 13 share, beating the 2nd ranked station by over 5 shares.
“I am so proud of our loyal listeners in Greenville who came streaming back when we joined the great lineup on WORD-FM. They say a rising tide lifts all boats, and that could not be truer in this market and this station,” said Mike Gallagher. “Not just me, but Joey Hudson also came on board here and has been a great addition.”
“The addition of Mike Gallagher Show and Joey Hudson completes the incredible line-up on News Talk 98.9 WORD/WYRD-FM,” said Steve Sinicropi, Senior Vice President/Market Manager. “Mike resonates with listeners and clients. I couldn’t be prouder of the entire team.”
The KTSY/Boise Morning Show did a Drive-thru Difference from 6:30–9:00 at Chick-fil-A in Nampa last week. The Drive-thru Difference usually involves listeners paying for the person behind them in the drive-thru line. The day started with breakfast, coffee, and friends visiting the KTSY Morning Show.
Artist Evan Craft stopped by and ran the window, handing out breakfast, meeting with customers, and encouraging them.
Later in the day 89.5 KTSY and Diamond Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electric sponsored a “Take a lunch break with us Concert” as Craft performed at noon at the Indian Creek Plaza in downtown Caldwell. Over 400 listeners ate their lunch and enjoyed the concert with Craft.
KWND/Springfield (The Wind) & KWFC/Springfield GM Kyle Dowden found out that the Oscar Mayer Weinermobile was coming through Springfield, MO. Kyle, not missing an opportunity invited them to park in front of the station studios for a couple of hours.
Kyle says, “Lots of families came by to take photos and grab some swag from The Wind and KWFC.”
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The Gospel Music Association announced the 55th annual Dove Awards nominees on July 24th. Highlights include:
Daywind Music Group honored with 9 nominations.
BEC Recordings was honored with seven GMA Dove Award nominations.
Singer/songwriter and worship leader Cody Carnes received eight GMA Dove Award nominations.
Elevation Worship Records was honored with 13 GMA Dove Award nominations.
“I love this moment each year when we get to announce our nominees,” says GMA President Jackie Patillo. “The Dove Awards are about spreading the message in our music with the world and honoring the work of the amazing artists, songwriters, producers, and film & TV creators in our great community. I’m thrilled for this year’s nominees and can’t wait to celebrate in October.”
The GMA Dove Awards ceremony will be held in Nashville, TN, on October 1, 2024.
HisAir NEWS FLASHBACK – July 25, 2018
Northwestern Media KNWS/Waterloo/Cedar Rapids (Life 101.9) PD Matt Deane has been elevated to Station Manager at the station. Matt joined KNWS in 2016 from the PD spot at WCLQ/Wausau (89Q) where he served for 14 years.
Northwestern Media’s Sr. VP for Media, Jason Sharp, said, “In two short years, Matt has displayed all of the characteristics needed to advance within our organization. I’m looking forward to watching God use him in his new role.”
Milestones:
Matt Pelishek and Aaron Perlman 12 years on KAXL/Bakersfield afternoon show
Ricky Bybee returns to WHIF/Palatka 1 year ago
Prayer List:
Adam Acevedo
