Archive for December, 2007

FAMILY MATTERS RADIO WITH CAROLINE AND JACQUIE WELCOMES WVLY-AM

Tuesday, December 18th, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Rebecca Pixley

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: rebeccap@envision.com

Web: www.envisionradio.com

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(DECEMBER 2007) – Envision Radio Networks’ Family Matters Radio with Caroline and Jacquie proudly announces its latest affiliate WVLY-AM/ Wheeling, WV. WVLY joins the growing list of affiliates broadcasting the two hour weekly radio program.

Touted as Real Talk for women, Family Matters Radio, with hosts Caroline Kruse and Jacquie Chakirelis, features great conversations with best selling authors, experts, newsmakers, celebrities, and the inspiring stories of everyday people. From singer Judy Collins’ battle with depression and suicide, popular weatherman Al Roker’s problems with infertility, Olympic Gold medalist Scott Hamilton’s triumph over cancer, to why ESPN personality Mike Greenberg’s wife thinks he’s an idiot,  Family Matters Radio with Caroline and Jacquie connects with the everyday lives of listeners.  More information is available at www.envisionradio.com.  Contact Rebecca Pixley at rebeccap@envisionradio.com for further details.

Envision Radio Networks is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in America with more than twenty-five years of experience in radio syndication. Currently, ERN has affiliates in every major market in all radio formats and is rapidly expanding. Envision represents all types of programming and services for radio including short-form vignettes, comedy services, morning show prep, long-form weekend programming, live morning show syndication, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials.
Family Matters Radio with Caroline and Jacquie is informative, entertaining and inspiring talk radio focused on issues concerning women and families.  Family Matters Radio is independently owned and operated by Caroline Kruse and Jacquie Chakirelis and has been actively on-the-air for over nine years.

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PAUL SHAFFER’S DAY IN ROCK ADDS WKTG-FM

Wednesday, December 12th, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Rebecca Pixley

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: rebeccap@envision.com

Web: www.envisionradio.com

(DECEMBER 2007) – Envision Radio Networks proudly welcomes WKTG-FM/ Evansville, IN as the newest affiliate of Paul Shaffer’s Day in Rock.  The 60-second vignette can now be delivered daily to your inbox via podcast.  Subscribe to the daily podcast with Itunes or visit www.paulshaffersdayinrock.com for additional subscription options.

Paul Shaffer’s Day in Rock is available on a barter basis and illustrates the history of rock according to longtime David Letterman musical director and sidekick Paul Shaffer.  The daily vignette draws on Shaffer’s vast musical knowledge and ability to comment on the history of rock from his unique perspective.  Paul Shaffer’s Day in Rock is a perfect benchmark feature that can be programmed throughout the day, and offers unique sponsorship opportunities for radio stations that are looking to add informative programming to their lineup.  Contact Rebecca Pixley at rebeccap@envisionradio.com for further details.
            Paul Shaffer has been David Letterman’s musical director and sidekick for 25 years.  Shaffer spent five years with the original “Saturday Night Live,” during which he played keyboards, composed special musical material, co-founded The Blues Brothers, and was a featured performer (which included his unforgettable Don Kirshner impression).  Shaffer composed the LATE SHOW theme song and co-wrote the timeless classic “It’s Raining Men”, and has recorded with such diverse artists as Diana Ross, Yoko Ono and Robert Plant’s Honeydrippers, in addition to his own albums, “Coast to Coast” (1989) and “The World’s Most Dangerous Party” (1993.) He’s appeared in numerous feature films, including portraying prototypical promo man Artie Fufkin in the seminal mockumentary “This Is Spinal Tap”.
Grammy-winner Shaffer has served as musical producer for the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony at the Waldorf-Astoria since its inception in 1986, and led the band for the “We Are the World” finale of “Live Aid.” Shaffer hosted CBS’s 1994 New Year’s Eve special from New York’s Times Square and was musical director of the closing concert at the 1996 Olympic Games. He appeared with the Blues Brothers at the 1996 Super Bowl halftime show and was musical director of the 1999 “Concert of the Century” at the White House, featuring Eric Clapton, B. B. King, Gloria Estefan, ‘N Sync. He was the musical director of Paul McCartney’s “Concert for New York” and appeared with Faith Hill on the “America: A Tribute to Heroes” telethon, both of which honored and raised money for victims of 9/11.
Paul Shaffer holds two honorary doctorate degrees, was inducted into the National Black Sports and Entertainment Hall of Fame, and was recently awarded a star on Canada’s Walk of Fame. He is currently the National Spokesperson for Epilepsy Canada. He lives in the New York area with his wife and two children.
            Envision Radio Networks is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in America with more than twenty-five years of experience in radio syndication. Currently, ERN has affiliates in every major market in all radio formats and is rapidly expanding. Envision represents all types of programming and services for radio including short-form vignettes, comedy services, morning show prep, long-form weekend programming, live morning show syndication, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials.

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The Chop Shop Radio Show Proudly Welcomes WRSW-FM

Tuesday, December 11th, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Rebecca Pixley

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: rebeccap@envision.com

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(DECEMBER 2007) Envision Radio Network’s The Chop Shop Guitar Show is proud to announce WRSW-FM/ South Bend, IN, as its newest affiliate to the Chop Shop’s “Classic Rock” network.

The Chop Shop,” America’s Guitar Radio Show, offers a Classic Rock version of the show that features music from such bands as: Black Sabbath, Rush, Led Zeppelin, and Jimi Hendrix. There is also a 1-hour version of the program for AOR and Active rock stations.

Envision Radio Networks is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in America with more than twenty-five years of experience in radio syndication. Currently, ERN has affiliates in every major market in all radio formats and is rapidly expanding. Envision represents all types of programming and services for radio including short-form vignettes, comedy services, morning show prep, long-form weekend programming, live morning show syndication, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials.

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CELEBRATE CHRISTMAS WITH DR. BUFF!

Friday, December 7th, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Rebecca Pixley

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: rebeccap@envision.com

Web: www.envisionradio.com

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(DECEMBER 2007) – If you’ve lost count of how many shopping days are left until Santa visits your house, throw another Yule log on the fire and call Dr. Buff!  Envision Radio Networks’ Cheap Psychological Tricks with Dr. Buff has made a list of everything you need to know about Christmas and we’re sharing a daily dose of Christmas cheer with you throughout the month of December!

Dr. Buff serves up tips on “thinker toys”, the best pictures with Santa, and how to get that perfect gift.  Buff will also share helpful information on how many gifts you should give your child, why men hate shopping, and the lost art of writing thank you notes.  For more information or a free trial, contact Rebecca Pixley at 216-831-3761 or rebeccap@envisionradio.com for details.

            Cheap Psychological Tricks with Dr. Buff offers everyday common-sense advice for parents, spouse, family members, and friends.  Host and best selling author Dr. Perry Buffington is available to deliver compelling advice and entertainment to your listening audience.  Cheap Psychological Tricks with Dr. Buff is a perfect benchmark feature for morning shows, and can also be programmed throughout the day.  The vignette offers a unique sponsorship opportunity for radio stations that are looking to add informative family-safe programming to their lineup.  Contact Rebecca Pixley at rebeccap@envisionradio.com for further details.

Envision Radio Networks is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in America with more than twenty-five years of experience in radio syndication. Currently, ERN has affiliates in every major market in all radio formats and is rapidly expanding. Envision represents all types of programming and services for radio including short-form vignettes, comedy services, morning show prep, long-form weekend programming, live morning show syndication, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials.

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American Biker Minute Announces Special Programming

Thursday, December 6th, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Rebecca Pixley

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: rebeccap@envision.com

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(DECEMBER 2007) – It’s that time of the season, and around here that means ‘tis the season to be a biker!  Envision Radio Network’s American Biker Minute celebrates the holiday season with “12 Days of Shopping,” two full weeks of motorcycle-related holiday content including last minute gifts for your favorite biker, and the top ten “unwanted” gifts that should NOT be under the tree this year!  American Biker Minute will wrap up the last week of December with “New Year’s Resolutions.”

American Biker Minute will pay tribute to legendary motorcycle daredevil Evel Knievel in January with “The Life and Times of America’s Most Famous Biker, Evel Knievel.”  ABM’s Jeff Ryan hosts a week’s worth of daily 60-second vignettes chock full of stories and remembrances of an unforgettable pop culture icon.  Stations interested in more information, may contact Rebecca Pixley at rebeccap@envisionradio.com, for more details.

American Biker Minute is a 60-second infotainment segment about motorcycle enthusiasts and the casual biker lifestyle that can be used as a benchmark feature in mornings or throughout the day.  The program blends timely pop-culture content with unique sponsorship opportunities for clients looking to reach listeners fascinated by the motorcycle lifestyle.  American Biker Minutes’ interviews, actualities and tidbits make this turnkey imaging product easy for stations to program and sell.

Envision Radio Networks is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in America with more than twenty-five years of experience in radio syndication. Currently, ERN has affiliates in every major market and format while rapidly expanding its network. Envision represents all types of programming and services for radio including short-form vignettes, comedy services, morning show prep, long-form daily and weekend programming, live morning show syndication, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials.

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The Tour Bus Celebrates Christmas!

Wednesday, December 5th, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Rebecca Pixley

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: rebeccap@envision.com

Web: www.envisionradio.com

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(DECEMBER 2007)  Deck the halls with guitars, smoke machines, and The Tour Bus!  Envision Radio Networks’ The Tour Bus, a nationally syndicated radio show featuring party rock bands from the 80’s, 90’s and today, celebrates the holiday season with a FREE four hour Christmas special that is available for radio broadcast.

Hosts Ralph Sutton and Stacey X are set for a holly jolly rock and roll Christmas blowout featuring spiked eggnog and four commercial-free hours of holiday favorites from Santa’s “other” record collection. Aerosmith, Skid Row, AC/DC, Cinderella, Scorpions, KISS, and the Ramones are just a few of the many artists that will be featured!  This FREE Christmas radio special is available for broadcast December 17th through December 25.   Please contact Rebecca Pixley with Envision Radio Networks at 216-831-3761 or rebeccap@envisionradio.com for complete details.

Envision Radio Networks is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in America with more than twenty-five years of experience in radio syndication. Currently, ERN has affiliates in every major market in all radio formats and is rapidly expanding. Envision represents all types of programming and services for radio including short-form vignettes, comedy services, morning show prep, long-form weekend programming, live morning show syndication, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials.

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© 2007 Envision Radio Networks, Inc.

American Biker Minute Announces Special Programming

Tuesday, December 4th, 2007

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Rebecca Pixley

Phone: 216-831-3761

Fax: 216-514-4699

Email: rebeccap@envision.com

Web: www.envisionradio.com

Get Envision Radio Networks press releases via RSS:  www.envisionradio.com/pressreleases/?feed=rss2

(DECEMBER 2007) – It’s that time of the season, and around here that means ‘tis the season to be a biker!  Envision Radio’s American Biker Minute celebrates the holiday season with “12 Days of Shopping,” two full weeks of motorcycle-related holiday content including last minute gifts for your favorite biker, and the top ten “unwanted” gifts that should NOT be under the tree this year!  American Biker Minute will wrap up the last week of December with “New Year’s Resolutions.”

American Biker Minute will pay tribute to legendary motorcycle daredevil Evel Knievel in January with “The Life and Times of America’s Most Famous Biker, Evel Knievel.”  ABM’s Jeff Ryan hosts a week’s worth of daily 60-second vignettes chock full of stories and remembrances of an unforgettable pop culture icon.  Stations interested in more information, may contact Rebecca Pixley at rebeccap@envisionradio.com, for more details.

American Biker Minute is a 60-second infotainment segment about motorcycle enthusiasts and the casual biker lifestyle that can be used as a benchmark feature in mornings or throughout the day.  The program blends timely pop-culture content with unique sponsorship opportunities for clients looking to reach listeners fascinated by the motorcycle lifestyle.  American Biker Minutes’ interviews, actualities and tidbits make this turnkey imaging product easy for stations to program and sell.

Envision Radio Networks is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in America with more than twenty-five years of experience in radio syndication. Currently, ERN has affiliates in every major market and format while rapidly expanding its network. Envision represents all types of programming and services for radio including short-form vignettes, comedy services, morning show prep, long-form daily and weekend programming, live morning show syndication, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials.

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© 2007 Envision Radio Networks, Inc.