SOUND CHECK
Lady Gaga “Abracadabra”
“Lady Gaga is on the move with her strong “Abracadabra” (Interscope/UMG) on KPLT” Dano/Paris, TX
Eileen Carey Returns with Insightful Single, “On The Rise”
The annals of music are rich with stories of those who say they were saved by a song. Maybe it gave them a more fruitful way of looking at life, or a feeling of belonging or perhaps just a laugh when they needed one desperately. Different keys open different doors. No one knows this better or has made wiser use of it than singer/songwriter Eileen Carey. Her fans routinely praise her for sometimes “knowing” them better than they know themselves. Well, here she comes again with the spirit driven “On the Rise.” an assertive declaration that looks self-doubt in the […]
WDRV’s Give a Vet a Pet Campaign Raises Over $113K
WDRV (97.1 The Drive)/Chicago and its morning hosts, Sherman & Tingle, have concluded their eighth annual “Give a Vet a Pet” campaign, raising $113,164 to provide service dogs for veterans coping with PTSD. The funds, raised in partnership with the American Veterans Service Dog Academy (AVSDA), will cover the cost of pairing seven veterans with highly trained service dogs, each costing $15,000 for training, care, and ongoing support. Sherman & Tingle said, “Another year, another incredible show of support from Driver Nation! Our listeners continue to prove their dedication to empowering Chicago-area veterans. This overwhelming generosity not only helps our […]
Euphoria Station Announces New Album Smoking Gun To Be Released
Euphoria Station, formed by vocalist Saskia Kraft van Ermel and guitarist Hoyt Binder, are back with their third album, ‘Smoking Gun,’ which continues where they left off with their critically acclaimed album, ‘The Reverie Suite,’ which garnered such accolades as Friday Night Progressive’s Indie Prog Award for Vocal Album Of The Year, Dutch Progressive Rock Page’s Top 10 List and a nomination from Hollywood Music & Media’s independent music artist award in their Americana category. Staying true to their art, Saskia brings her powerful voice and lyrics while Hoyt keeps pushing the envelope, crossing boundaries while retaining their signature sound. […]
SMG Divests Honolulu Stations to Malama Media Group
Salem Media Group has announced the sale of its remaining radio stations and digital assets in Honolulu to Malama Media Group, pending FCC approval. This transaction marks the end of Salem’s broadcasting presence there, but ensures the continuation of the current station formats under new ownership. David Santrella, CEO of Salem Media Group, expressed his sentiments about the transition. “While Salem closes our chapter in Honolulu, I am thrilled to know that these stations are going to a buyer that has a shared passion for the formats we have there and plans to keep those formats intact, particularly the Christian […]
KQRS-FM/Minneapolis Posts ”Under Construction” Signs
Classic Rock KQRS-FM/Minneapolis has gone jockless and posted “Under Construction” signs on its social media platforms, hinting at a significant relaunch and potential rebranding scheduled for April 3, reports the Minnesota Star Tribune. The station, a long-time fixture at 92.5 FM, has stirred curiosity among its audience with promises of a new format led by morning host Steve Gorman, the former Black Crowes drummer who took over from Tom Barnard in 2023. Gorman’s co-host Ryder Rox (aka Ryder Bue) is also slated to return, though the future of other air personalities remains uncertain. The move follows recent layoffs, including longtime […]