Archive for March, 2010

Envision Radio Networks Announces Ratt World Premiere Broadcast

Wednesday, March 31st, 2010

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(MARCH 2010) April 20th is the release date for Infestation, the first new studio release in 11 years from veteran rock band Ratt, which will be released by Loud & Proud/Roadrunner Records. Envision Radio Networks®’ The Tour Bus will offer a FREE one-hour world premiere broadcast for Infestation hosted by Ralph Sutton and featuring interviews with the members of Ratt, exclusive music from the new album, plus a few rare cuts and acoustic performances!
“We wanted this to be like something that we would have written right after [1984’s] Out of the Cellar, Ratt lead vocalist Stephen Pearcy commented. “We definitely went back to basics with the mindset of a band with a lot of excitement and some great songs to get out.” Infestation was produced by Elvis Baskette (Chevelle, Alter Bridge.) in his Virginia studio, marking the first time the band has recorded outside of Los Angeles. The album is full of attitude and of reflection, cycling through a range of emotions. There are party anthems that Ratt are known for alongside more contemplative, thoughtful tunes.
The FREE Ratt Infestation World Premiere Broadcast is available for broadcast beginning April 14th via internet download. Contact Matt Wardlaw at 216-831-3761 or mattw@envisionradio.com for more details.
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,000 radio stations and reaches over 40 million listeners weekly. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, comedy services, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Los Angeles.

Imaging Chop Shop Welcomes KOZZ-FM

Thursday, March 18th, 2010

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(MARCH 2010) – Envision Radio Networks® Imaging Chop Shop is pleased to welcome KOZZ-FM/ Reno, NV as the newest affiliate of the service. With the addition of KOZZ, there are now over 200 stations on the Envision Entertainment Radio Network.
Imaging Chop Shop is the only voice and production resource that offers fully produced voice and imaging on a barter basis for radio. Imaging Chop Shop is the creation of leading industry voice talent/imaging producer AJ (KDWB/ Minneapolis, KDMX/ Dallas, KRBE/ Houston, WMIL/Milwaukee) and legendary Los Angeles programmer and BitXChange prep creator Mike Marino (KHHT-FM and KYSR-FM/ Los Angeles.)
Realizing that shrinking budgets are strangling radio creativity, AJ and Marino assembled a team of radio’s best voice and production talents for Imaging Chop Shop that have been featured collectively in the NBA, NFL, NHL, Discovery Channel, Subway, Comcast, Mazda, and more!
Imaging Chop Shop clients will receive one page of fully produced imaging weekly voiced by an included station voice of their choosing with quick delivery time! Visit www.imagingchopshop.com to hear voice and imaging samples. Contact Matt Wardlaw at 216-831-3761 for more details.
Envision Radio Networks, Inc. provides content and services to more than 1,000 radio stations and reaches over 40 million listeners weekly. Envision Radio Networks® is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services for radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, comedy services, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Los Angeles.

Todd & Tyler Morning Show Debut Newly Redesigned Website

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

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(MARCH 2010) – The Todd-N-Tyler Radio Empire, syndicated nationally by Envision Radio Networks®, debut a brand new website today, online now at www.tntradioempire.com. The new site features the latest show highlights, TNT merchandise, and the ability to listen to the program 24/7 on demand. Fully integrated with all of the social networking platforms (Facebook, Twitter, etc.), www.tntradioempire.com is the final destination for all things Todd & Tyler.
“We wanted to make sure the redesigned site was a great representation of what our show is everyday, user friendly, yet titillating and edgy. We think our listeners will welcome this great redesign,” Mike Tyler commented. TNT co-host Todd Brandt adds “We have been looking for a better way to communicate with our listeners and affiliates everyday. The redesigned website is one of the steps we are taking toward that goal.”
For over a decade, Todd & Tyler have been engaging their audience with a fresh, wickedly funny take on everything current. And the audience just keeps growing. From news to sex, politics to sports and everything in between, the conversation is smart, real and irresistible to men and women alike. Their flagship show is based in Omaha, and consistently tops the chart for adults and men in the market. Visit the Empire online at www.tntradioempire.com, and contact Matt Wardlaw at 216-831-3761 for more details on how you can add Todd & Tyler to your station!
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,000 radio stations and reaches over 40 million listeners weekly. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, comedy services, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Los Angeles.
About Journal Broadcast Group
Journal Broadcast Group owns and operates 35 radio stations and 13 television stations in 12 states and operates an additional television station under a local marketing agreement. Headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, it is the broadcast business of Journal Communications Inc., a diversified media company with operations in publishing, radio and television broadcasting, interactive media and printing services.
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Envision Radio Networks’ The Rockin’ ’80s Welcomes WEGE-FM

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

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(MARCH 2010) – Envision Radio Networks® and 4C Studios are pleased to welcome WEGE-FM/ Lima, OH as the newest affiliate for The Rockin’ 80’s. With WEGE broadcasting The Rockin’ 80’s, it now joins over 200 other affiliates on the Envision Rock Radio Network.
The Rockin’ 80’s is the only 80s show with a mix of the best rock from the decade of excess, plus “oh wow” tracks that add spice to the weekly line up. Hosted by longtime radio personality Zander, The Rockin’ 80’s features rarities from the ‘80s “Lost and Found”, an ‘80s “Two-Fer,” spotlighting two contrasting songs from one band played back to back, and much more. Featured core musical artists include: Guns N Roses, Motley Crue, Van Halen, Rush and AC/DC. Visit The Rockin’ 80’s website at www.therockin80s.com.
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,000 radio stations and reaches over 40 million listeners weekly. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, comedy services, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Los Angeles.

Envision Radio Networks announces Tour Bus Classic

Monday, March 15th, 2010

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(MARCH 2010) Envision Radio Networks®’ is pleased to announce the launch of Tour Bus Classic, an expansion of the popular weekly syndicated party rock program hosted by Ralph Sutton and Stacey X. The new classic version of The Tour Bus will debut the week of March 29th, featuring memorable hits, live tracks and rarities from artists including Van Halen, AC/DC, Aerosmith, Metallica, The Scorpions and many more! Contact Matt Wardlaw at 216-831-3761 or mattw@envisionradio.com for more details.
“We have been looking for a weekend classic rock program with a strong personality to compliment Envision Radio Networks lineup” states Danno Wolkoff, CEO/President Envision Radio Networks. “The Tour Bus has been running for over 10 years and our affiliates have been asking us to do a classic version of program for years. Now is the perfect time to rollout the music intensive and PPM-friendly Tour Bus Classic.”
Tour Bus host Ralph Sutton commented, “The Tour Bus started because I always felt my generation needed their rock on the radio. Over the years, The Bus turned into more of a vehicle for our favorite rock bands to debut their new music, and that’s fantastic. Tour Bus Classic is a return to form so to speak. Nothing but the best music from all of our favorite bands – The decades of decadence. It’s a tight 3 hours of huge songs by amazing bands. Stacey and I couldn’t be more excited to launch this new show.”
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,000 radio stations and reaches over 40 million listeners weekly. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, comedy services, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Los Angeles.

Envision Radio Networks Announces Live on the Decks with HK

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

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(MARCH 2010) – Envision Radio Networks® in collaboration with HK Productions™ are pleased to announce Live on the Decks with HK, a brand new two hour weekly mix show featuring today’s hottest hip hop and rhythmic top 40. Live on the Decks will launch the week of March 22nd on affiliate stations. Mixed and Hosted by Howard “HK” Kessler, the new show features a high energy music mix of the hottest new hits from Pop, Urban and Rhythmic formats, including tracks and remixes never heard before. Hear Live on the Decks demo samples now at www.envisionradio.com.
“Live on the Decks brings the latest dance music from the clubs to radio each week” says Danno Wolkoff, CEO/President Envision Radio Networks. “Listeners will love HK’s exclusive mixes of the hottest club hits and programmers will love the PPM-friendly, music intensive show.”
“DJ and Remix culture is so huge now, and the typical weekend mix shows are behind the curve for the future of radio” says Howard “HK” Kessler, Founder/President HK Productions. “It was the perfect time to bring a fresh approach and sound to the mix show format, as this genre continues to lead the way in cutting edge pop culture.”
Whether he is behind the decks in a club, at radio, a producer, artist, dj, remixer or studio and label executive, Howard “HK” Kessler has been a figure at the forefront of club culture, electronica and hip hop. He has worked on 5 Grammy® Award winning projects, and over 50 Gold and Platinum records. He is the Producer/DJ/Remixer behind the biggest selling dance compilation series of all time. Both he and his work have been the subject of numerous feature stories in Billboard Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, Radio & Records, Music Technology and others.
Contact Matt Wardlaw at mattw@envisionradio.com or 216-831-3761 for additional details regarding Live on the Decks with HK.
About Envision Radio Networks®:
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,000 radio stations and reaches over 40 million listeners weekly. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, comedy services, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Los Angeles.
About HK Productions™:
HK Productions™ specializes in producing, remixing and all aspects of music production and content delivery, artist representation, talent buying, and entertainment marketing and consulting. HK Productions™ is based in Minneapolis, MN.

Envision Radio Networks’ The Live Ride Welcomes KTWI-FM

Monday, March 1st, 2010

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(MARCH 2010) – Envision Radio Networks® is pleased to welcome KTWI-FM/ Omaha, NE as the newest affiliate of The Live Ride with Danny Wright. With KTWI broadcasting The Live Ride, it now joins over 100 other affiliates on the Envision Country Radio Network.

The Live Ride brings a two hour weekly “concert” to country radio featuring live performances from today’s most popular artists and groups. Program host Danny Wright punctuates each show with the latest country news, concert information and artist interviews. The Live Ride is the perfect soundtrack for country radio listeners to relive their favorite country concert experiences! Visit www.envisionradio.com for more details or contact Matt Wardlaw at 216-831-3761 for information on how you can get The Live Ride for your radio station.

Danny Wright is no stranger to country radio listeners, having spent the past 10 years hosting the popular nationally syndicated radio program Wright All Night, heard on over 100 stations nationwide. Prior to that, Wright was the longtime afternoon drive personality at WGAR-FM/ Cleveland where he racked up a number of awards and achievements.
Envision Radio Networks® provides content and services to more than 1,000 radio stations and reaches over 40 million listeners weekly. Envision Radio Networks, Inc. is the largest independently owned affiliate relations company in the country and supplies all types of programming and services to radio including morning show prep, short-form vignettes, live syndicated morning shows, long-form weekend programming, comedy services, remote broadcasts and event programming, off-air tools and web content, album releases and artist specials. Envision Radio Networks® is based in Cleveland, Ohio, with offices in New York City and Los Angeles.