Benztown Unveils Contemporary Christian Audio Imaging Library

Imaging For CCM Stations

BENZTOWN is now offering an audio imaging library for Contemporary Christian stations. The BENZTOWN Contemporary Christian Library includes music, sound design, artist content, and customizable imaging pieces specific to the format. BENZTOWN's ADAM "KETCH" KECSKEMETI is serving as format captain, while JOSH UECKER is Head Writer and JOE SZYMANSKI is the voice talent for the library.

President DAVE "CHACHI" DENES said, “We are thrilled to bring our advanced audio imaging and production capabilities to Contemporary Christian radio stations with the launch of the BENZTOWN Contemporary Christian Library. Prior to this, the only option for ... more »

Rider is WNCX/Cleveland's New Imaging Voice

Rider

AUDACY Classic Rock WNCX/CLEVELAND has tapped RIDER as its new imaging voice.  

WNCX Brand Manager DOM NARDELLA said, "Sounding SOOOOO good!! One of the things I love (and there are many) - when we play his voice dry over the ramp of a song, it doesn't get in the way of the song.  Keeps that forward momentum rolling. Lovin' every minute of it.”

WNCX Imaging Director TED KOWALSKI says, “RIDER instinctively understood what sound we were after and even added in some wrinkles we didn’t even think of making the transition painless and the sound amazing!”

RIDER is represented for radio imaging by CESD TALENT AGENCY and HOSS MANAGEMENT. 

To hear how WNCX is using Rider’s voice click here.

TM Studios Adds Steve Kaufman To Affiliate Relations Team

DALLAS-based TM STUDIOS has hired STEVE KAUFMAN, a sales veteran at both REELWORLD and PREMIERE NETWORKS, for affiliate sales, where he will join CHRIS "US" STEVENS for the studios' affiliate relations "dream team." Both will represent the suite of TM STUDIOS products, including the newly announced TM NEXT and TM PRODUCTION MUSIC to stations across NORTH AMERICA.

TM STUDIOS co-owner GREG CLANCY commented, “We’ve been so fortunate to have a seasoned professional in CHRIS representing us for many years. His knowledge of our business is unparalleled. As TM continues to grow, adding STEVE to the team gives us the ability to serve even more clients, as they strive to make their stations sound better and more memorable.”

Added CHRIS, “TM STUDIOS continues to focus on our clients, products, and people.  Adding STEVE to the team enhances our ability to offer a quality experience beyond a world class jingle product.”

Said KAUFMAN, “I’m very excited to join the amazing team at TM. They’ve been incredibly welcoming, and I just want to play a part in their continued success. Thank you all for making this transition super easy!’ 

Production Opening At Mid-West Family/South Bend

Opening

MID-WEST FAMILY/SOUTH BEND is looking for a creative and organized production wiz to join their family. The position works with all cluster departments and strong organizational skills are important, as well as creativity in writing and production. Send audio samples and resume to KRISTEN HAVENS.

MID-WEST FAMILY/SOUTH BEND includes Top 40 WQLQ (LIVE 99.9), Rock WIRX, Classic Rock WZOC (Z94.3), Hot AC WNSN (SUNNY 101.5), Sports WSBT-A, Country WQLQ-HD3-W241AD (THE TON, NEW COUNTRY 96.1) and Classic Rock WQLQ-HD2-W239CJ (95.7 THE LAKE).

vCreative, Write Label Integration Enables Access To Custom Creative

Partners With Write Label

vCREATIVE and WRITE LABEL, a provider of custom creative for broadcast sellers, have announced a strategic partnership to improve efficiency for their shared clients. 

vCREATIVE vPPO users can now launch WRITE LABEL from their vCREATIVE portal, giving them immediate access to a nationwide community of freelance writers. 

The vCREATIVE workflow allows for a seamless transition to the paperless production order, into the traffic system, and ultimately on the air. Sellers can now implement WRITE LABEL as a core tool for serving their clients in a convenient place – their vCREATIVE dashboard.

WRITE LABEL CEO JAMES DONAHUE commented, “vCREATIVE and ... more »

Radio Express Partners With Make-A-Wish UK For Promotion

Make-A-Wish UK

RADIO EXPRESS is partnering with MAKE-A-WISH UK for the upcoming holiday season. A portion of the proceeds from the sales of its “CHRISTMAS Day with SANTA” syndicated program will be donated to the organization to help grant wishes for children in the UK with critical and life-threatening illness. 

The program features three hours of holiday favorites and characterizes MAKE-A-WISH's mission of creating life-changing experiences that revive the childhood of critically ill children.  

MAKE-A-WISH UK Chief Executive JASON SUCKLEY commented, “When a child like ISLA is diagnosed with a critical condition, the joy of childhood is brought to an ... more »

KPLX (99.5 The Wolf)/Dallas Chooses Scott Fisher For Voice, Imaging

CUMULUS MEDIA Country KPLX (99.5 THE WOLF)/DALLAS has selected voiceover and imaging producer SCOTT FISHER for its roster. He'll be teamed up with lead female voice RACHEL McGRATH. 

KPLX PD MIKE PRESTON commented, “We auditioned several great voices, but SCOTT really stood out to us, and after speaking personally with him, realized he was the kind of person we wanted on our team. After just a short time, he feels like he’s a part of our staff. He is a radio guy through and through and understands exactly what we need!”

FISHER is represented by ATLAS TALENT AGENCY's LISA MARBER RICH and RICKY MEYER at (212) 730-4500. His full range or work can be heard here.

GoFundMe Campaign Aims To Help Brian Vasquez In Battle With Leukemia

Brian and Nicole (from GoFundMe page)

Veteran radio production specialist BRIAN VASQUEZ is battling Multiple Myeloma Plasma Cell Leukemia, and a GOFUNDME campaign has been organized to help BRIAN and his wife NICOLE shoulder the financial burden imposed by his treatment. VASQUEZ is the former Production Director for Alternative KROQ/LOS ANGELES (1999-2010) and worked at STEVE LEHMAN and ANDY SCHUON's C STUDENT ENTERTAINMENT on PEREZ HILTON's syndicated radio shows before going freelance producing shows like "BUSINESS ROCKSTARS," WORKHOUSE MEDIA's podcast slate, CROOKED MEDIA, LOOP.TV, and many other clients, but leaving him without insurance to cover the cost of treatment.

VASQUEZ is currently in the hospital in intensive care and the GOFUNDME page is asking his many friends inside and outside the radio industry to donate. Find the page and donate by clicking here.

Benztown 50 Voice Talent Listings Call For Applications

Benztown 50: Applications Now Being Accepted

BENZTOWN will release its ninth annual BENZTOWN 50 List of "radio’s biggest imaging voices," the exclusive rundown of the top 50 voiceover artists in the U.S. and CANADA. Voice talent can now apply through JANUARY 13th here. 

The list will be based on several criteria, including number of radio station affiliates, station size and market. BENZTOWN has partnered with P1 MEDIA GROUP to compile and analyze industry data that will be the foundation for this distinction.  

BENZTOWN President DAVE "CHACHI" DENES commented, “We are honored to highlight the role of outstanding VO talent in shaping and growing some of the most successful brands in ... more »

All Access' Joel Denver To Receive International Lifetime Achievement Award From MUSEXPO

Our Founder

A&R WORLDWIDE's MUSEXPO will honor ALL ACCESS President/Publisher JOEL DENVER with its first International Lifetime Achievement Award at a special awards ceremony luncheon on MARCH 20, 2023. DENVER will be feted with a special-edition commemorative publication, an honorarium, and a special presentation from the City of BURBANK and State of CALIFORNIA, preceded by his being interviewed by iHEARTMEDIA AC KOST/LOS ANGELES morning host ELLEN K and PREMIERE NETWORKS and iHEARTMEDIA Hip Hop KRRL (REAL 92.3)/LOS ANGELES morning host BIG BOY.

DENVER has spent over a half-century in the music and radio industry, founding ALL ACCESS MUSIC GROUP in 1995 ... more »

SiriusXM Commissions Maxar To Build Two New Satellites

SIRIUSXM and MAXAR TECHNOLOGIES partnered to build and deliver two new geostationary communications satellites, the SXM-11 and SXM-12, increasing nteetotalumber of spacecraft in development by MAXAR to four, following the 2021 agreement to construct SXM-9 and SXM-10. 

SIRIUSXM SVP/Satellite & Terrestrial Engineering & Operations BRIDGET NEVILLE commented, “This investment reaffirms our commitment to satellite content delivery systems and cutting-edge technology. SXM-11 and -12, along with SXM-9 and -10, will allow us to innovate and improve our service offerings for subscribers and will extend the continuous and reliable delivery of our audio ... more »

RCS Sound Software Looking For An Outside Account Executive

Looking For An Account Exec

WHITE PLAINS, NY-based RCS SOUND SOFTWARE is looking to fill an immediate opening for an organized and experienced Outside Account Executive to initiate contact with clients and create tailored-fit proposals that will meet customers' needs. 

The Outside Account Executive's responsibilities include traveling to directly meet with potential and current clients to discuss their requirements, provide product and service demonstrations, negotiate sales contracts, and inform them of new product and service releases and updates. Radio broadcasting experience is a plus, as well as knowledge of music scheduling software and streaming technologies. Click here to apply. 

Glenn Moore Tapped For Imaging At WYRK/Buffalo

Moore

Voiceover and imaging specialist GLENN MOORE has nabbed imaging duties for TOWNSQUARE MEDIA Country WYRK (COUNTRY 106.5)/BUFFALO.

MOORE is available through BENZTOWN; check out his work at glennmoorevo.com or reach him at glenn@glennmoorevo.com or (937) 545-6550.

Benztown Offers Christmas Imaging And Production Element Packages

Merry

BENZTOWN is offering a package of holiday imaging and production elements, "CHRISTMAS In a Box," on a free, market-exclusive basis to subscribers of the company's library, and is also offering a free CHRISTMAS "Audio Pak" to all stations.

The "CHRISTMAS In a Box" package includes over 5,000 audio tracks, including "Behind the Songs" vignettes for popular CHRISTMAS songs. The first five stations signing up for a BENZTOWN library subscription will get free custom Santa liners voiced by LOS ANGELES voiceover talent and former KOST/LOS ANGELES morning host MARK WALLENGREN, and the first five existing library subscribers to contact BENZTOWN's MASA ... more »

Rider Is KRXQ (98 Rock)/Sacramento's New Male Imaging Voice

AUDACY Active Rock KRXQ (98 ROCK)/SACRAMENTO has tapped RIDER as its new male imaging voice.

98 ROCK Brand Mgr. AARON ROBERTS said, “Finding RIDER has been a true gift!  Having a dynamic voice that connects is key, now more than ever.  It's great to have a true personality that gives us a wide range and style, making us heard and standing out from the rest.”

Dir./Imaging CHRIS RICE added, “RIDER cuts through but he’s relatable.  He’s the dude our listener aspires to be or date.”

RIDER, whose voice is presently being heard on CNN's "Election Night in AMERICA" promos, is represented for radio imaging by CESD TALENT AGENCY and HOSS MANAGEMENT. 

Hear samples of how RIDER's voice sounds on 98 ROCK imaging by clicking here.