In 1940 he was listed in the census as a musician. In mid-1964 he got on at KDWB, but got fired for playing the blues. In an article in the Star Tribune (August 25, 1982), Mike Kaszuba described: Okerlund happened to be walking across the studio at Channel 11 in 1971 during an employee strike just before a live professional wrestling show went on the air. In February 1956 he was one of the original DJs at the new WDGY, billed as The All-American Disc Jockey. He was only 19. Johnny T. Talley KEYD (1956), KEVE (1956). Green is justly revered for his full-band live shows and original tracks, which mix breakbeats, jazz, trip-hop and future bass into a soulful stew that has nourished heads from London to Low End Theory and beyond. KQQL (KOOL 108) (1990s.) In 2000, his booklet notes for the CD release BOB DYLAN LIVE 1966 won the ASCAP-Deems Taylor award. Bob died in 1996. We played the same music for an hour coordinating over the phone. Rick Easton, from the KRSI Request Album, courtesy Roger Fischer, Frank Edwards WMIN (1953-54), WDGY (1954). Im sure he had expected hundreds more. In 2016, a Federal court declared that Happy Birthday to You was no longer under copyright, and the copyright itself was probably fishy from the start. Iver Hammer died in 1951 I believe. WCCO-FM/WLTE-FM (December 1977 June 1984, September 1985 December 2011). Steve Cannon (Bernard Cannon) WMIN (1949 1954), WLOL (1955 1957; with Don Kelly January 1957), KSTP-AM (1958 October 1971), WCCO (1971 October 1997). She was able to take song requests on the fly, and was overall just a genuinely caring and friendly person to work with, we can't wait to work with her again soon! I love their mix of music; it's perfect for those who love classic rock, acoustic, some folksy stuff, and contemporary rock. Listen on 107.9-FM in the Twin Cities or everywhere on the iHeart Radio app. Is it just us, or does it seems like the Twin Cities holiday season officially kicks off with the Cities 97 sampler release? In 1969 he hosted the Black Voices program on KTCA-TV. Came in at the last minute and was able to provide a great experince for us! Lou became early CNN anchor Lou Waters. Two local radio personalities are out of jobs. By: Will travel up to 100 miles. Tom L. says She was very soft spoken (kind of sounds like a public radio DJ) but sexy too. Randi was 16 years old when she started. Paulson died of heart failure on November 26, 1989, at his home in South Minneapolis. In 1956 or 57 (must have been 1958 since he was here until that October) Zingale went to station WHK in Cleveland, where he and other salesmen Norman Wayne and Bob Weiss pooled their commissions, unheard of at the time. Amanda Jones With his partner Dave Ray he released four albums since 1987, and the two performed often in the Twin Cities and surrounding midwest area before Rays death on Thanksgiving day 2002. Al Carlson KSTP (1973). Oake returned to KTCZ-FM as morning host in May 2021. Born June 9, 1924, in Waukegan, Illinois, died November 28, 2014 in Cook, Minnesota. Magazine named him as one of Minneapoliss Sexiest. He seemed at a loss for words as he quickly surveyed the scene. Once youve found a DJ you want to hire, finalize the booking on GigSalad. Fat Daddy Washington (Art Hoehn) KUXL (1964 1966), XERB (1966), MPR. Photo below left from 1955 ad for WCOW. Photo from Rob Sherwoods blog. She is supposedly a real person, but Wayne had other characters, such as Louis K. Lush, the hungover engineer, Katie Kute, the go-go girl, and Sleepy ODell, the weather girl. Image below from 1962 KDWB Fabulous Forty Survey, November 1962. Blueberry Bill hour with local musicians on Sunday nights. And, yes, he saw the same show you did. Special: Freeway Club (4-7pm M-F), Swing Club (noon to 6 pm Saturdays). Communicate with the DJ you select to work out the details of your event. Don Hawkins KSTP (1945-1959) Don Night Hawk Hawkins show. Tom Kilbride WLOL (1958), KEVE (1959), KANO (1960 1965). in 1965; became the Director of the Council for Bio-Medical Careers Training in New York in 1968; and hosted at least one edition of the Black Journal newsmagazine TV show for WNET in New York in 1969. Gene Taylor WCOW (1953-1956). The dance floor was never empty and Alexander got a standing ovation at the end of the night which he accepted from his perch with open arms. DJ Dan Host Joey Boy grew up locally in Highland Park and later lived in Burbank where his parents currently reside. Bob Christie (Jim Larkin) KRSI (October 1969 ) Became Music Director at KRSI in April 1971. So Merle became Hub Cap. First photo below from 1949. Whats popular in Los Angeles isnt whats popular in Phoenix, he said. I spotted BT chatting with One Heartland's Susan Leckey. Jimmy Delmont WTCN (1952), WMIN (1953), WLOL (May 1953-), WCOW (1954 1955), WISK (1956). Paul Hedberg WMIN (August 1958 ), WTCN, WLOL, and KDWB (1961 December 30, 1962). Image below from KDWB Fabulous Forty Survey, July 20, 1963. He was first hired to do the jazz show, but soon took over the Rhythm & Blues show. Above and below: Sherwood at KDWB, September 1971. Send this article to anyone, no subscription is necessary to view it, Anyone can read, no subscription required, See In the mid-sixties he recorded and toured as part of the seminal folk-blues trio Koerner, Ray & Glover. Tony Parker KEYD (1954 1955). Bands played upstairs, food and socializing was found downstairs. $650 Request pricing Responds within 24 hours Image below from a 1955 ad for WCOW. 4 reviews of Cities 97.1 "I can't believe I'm the first to review this! The Shakespearean janitor is Abilene Anderson; the mail boy is Jethro. Fun fact: Hobbins went from WCOW to TV station WMIN and then WTCN. While browsing Los Angeles DJs, read through their profiles, look at photos, and watch videos to learn more about the services they offer. He had a quad bypass, though after that I watched him eat a steak/lobster dinner drenched in melted butter and gulping wine. The radio industry website. His vinyl (which weighs a ton) often requires a U-Haul to transport to the gig. (Minneapolis Star, June 5, 1963). On May 7, 1964, Will Jones reported that Doty announced he was giving up the rat race to become a bon vivant. Photo below left from Robs blog. She has continued to record and issued the album Find My Way Home in 2016. In November 1960 he was identified as KEVEs Sales Manager). The labels catalog has established a world-class tech-house pedigree that has seen them become a beacon for the scoop-necked, long-shirted masses that are the lifeblood of L.A.s underground scene. From 1998 to 2007 Chuck was on KTIS-FM, and then on Bob-FM (KLCI) with Jon Engen. He is house musics rock star. If hes not cueing up the next bass house or dubstep record, hes swinging from the clubs rafters and catalyzing raver hysteria. He moved to Duluth to manage WEBC in February 1966. Save musicians, entertainers, speakers, and services, and theyll appear here. Randi Kirshbaum KQRS (1970-1975). Neal Justin I go by DJ Manny Ace, I run a professional DJ and Event Services company that features all that you need to make. Ray: The photo [below] was, indeed, taken at KRSI. Kind of creepy when you think about it. St. Louis Park even had Charlee Brown Days in 1964. At a time when EDM is a euphemism for excess, Wyatt is all class. Two Twin Cities radio personalities at KDWB and Cities 97.1 have lost their jobs An executive producer for "The Dave Ryan Show" and a Cities 97.1 morning host both announced their. I'm a full time DJ in Los Angeles, Ca. The imprint has played a key role in the underground renaissance were all currently enjoying in L.A. Glen Big Daddy Olson WWTC (1971 1975 had worked at the station earlier as G. Edward Foshay), WLOL/WRRD (1975), WDGY, KTWN, WLTE, WCCO, KOOL 108. Albert Vant Flash Washington WLOL (1940s) See a photo of Washington taken by John Glanton under Kenneth Wilson, below. He went on to several other midwest Country stations before retiring. According to the Insider, he hosted an Oldies show. Noble did not say when her last day on air would be and the station has yet to announce her replacement. She began her career at Cities 97.1 in 2012 as a board operator and part time host and eventually graduated to hosting the weekday night show. Photos below courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting: 1963 at KDWB (first two), 1972 at WDGY. In my opinion, the best radio station ever. Adam Auburn Well, if your event lacks any music or entertainment people will decide maybe its best to leave a bit early. Don Betzold Collection, courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. Sev Widman WMIN (early 1940s 1945), KSTP (July 1945 November 1947), WMIN (December 1947 February 1, 1949), WDGY (February 1, 1949 September 12, 1952), WTCN (September 27, 1952 January 1960 Program director 1956 to January 1960), KEVE (June 1960 August 1960. Jerry Brooke WDGY (1968), KDWB (1970), WYOO (1974). If you have any additions or corrections, please, please, As Paul Evans WMIN (1968), WCCO-FM (1976-77). 12. While at WCOW, Denver Don Doty was the top country DJ in the Twin Cities. Alan Stone (Shel Danielson) KQRS (1968 1980), Cities 97/KTCJ (1985 1996). Jonny Coleman, Adam Auburn; Credit: Photo by Kyle Hendrix, 5. By Pat Knight KSTP (1974-75) (Also see Pat McKay), Bill Lake (also know as Carl Lensgraf) WYOO (1974), Bullet Bob Lange KDWB (1972 1979), WLOL-FM, WWTC (1988-1989), KSTP, Bob Lange, 1973, KDWB. Photo courtesy radiotapes.com, Don OBrien WDGY (1954-55), WCCO-TV (1964). Joe Zingale Mr. This list is of Twin Cities disk jockeys of the 1950s, 60s, and 70s. Storz ad: Comedian, emcee, TV performer, recording star, teen-dance innovator, Northwests outstanding radio personality, likeable, perpetual smiler, teen-age columnist, magician, amateur clown. Starting in April 1956, hosted shows at the Prom Ballroom on Saturday nights. It was my last day at Cities 97.1. Photo of Don French interviewing Hubert Humphrey courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. Johnny Morris (Wigren) WLOL (1946 1955), KSTP (1955 1971). Don Doty died on October 12, 1966, at the age of 40, after a seven-year battle with cancer. Stories: Last I heard he was in Dallas, at least two years ago. The fort was our favorite, Joey added, noting that they decided to keep all of their audio bloopers in the show since it mirrored their listeners working-from-home experience and was pretty relatable. Another thing COVID has forced us to do is utilize technology and push it to be able to have us do simultaneous content delivery for different places and target it so that when you listen to [The Morning Mess] on AMP, youll be hearing about Southern California and not whats happening in Phoenix.. He'll be at Splash House in Palm Springs June 10-12 with Odesza (doing a DJ set), Jai Wolf, Guy Gerber and Justin Martin all of whom had better bring their A-games, or he'll steal the show from them, too Andy Hermann, 3. As scary and unknown as the future is when you step out on your own, thats what I have decided to do, Noble wrote. First image below from KDWB Fabulous Forty Survey, October 26, 1963, Don Betzold Collection, Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. However, in the past year or so, Cities 97 has been leaning more toward a Top 40 or contemporary hits format, playing the latest hits b, When asked to describe Cities 97s current format, Crusham hesitated and then said: Were breaking new music. Randy Norris (Randolph John Norris) KEYD (1951-1956). Rod Trongard WLOL (1959-1968), KSTP (1968-1982). Plus, Im beyond chuffed to be partnering with Brian Oake to wake up the Twin Cities! Vergil Glynn Daniel was born on December 18, 1934, and started as a disc jockey at age 17 on Armed Forces Radio with the US Navy. Played C&W after midnight. Dayton took his name from Daytons Department Store, which, at one point in his career, was his only sponsor. Its a lighthearted nightmare in here, weirdos! Photo at left below courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. She was communicative, understood our music choices and created a great set, and got the crowd dancing! Tending a goat farm and screaming in a death-metal band dont rouse thoughts of a typical EDM DJs origin story, but Ghastly is an aberrant behind the decks. Jemayel Khawaja, 11. He said he had worked with Dick Clark, and even took a fall for him during the payola scandal. Sandy Singer WTCN (1956 1957), WDGY (August 1, -), WLOL (1958 1968). The Minneapolis Daily Herald reported, During the course of his 70 consecutive rides Rose ate three hot dogs, lost his tie clip and seven pounds. L.A. Weekly Music's Greatest Hits! Back L to R: Germanus Kipp, Herb Dallmann, Richard (Dick) Rosenthal. Second image from KDWB Fabulous Forty Survey, June 15, 1963. It surely doesnt hurt that hes a musician himself (one-half of She Wants Revenge) or that he worked for Prince back in the Glam Slam days. Jim (J. Peter) Boysen WTCN (1944-54 Musical Caravan), WLOL (1957-59). Jemayel Khawaja, [Correction: An earlier version of this article referred to Heidi Lawden as DJ Harvey's wife. Cities 97.1 Music Recently Played Top Songs About Damn Time LIZZO About Damn Time 2:32 AM Who I Am Wyn Starks Who I Am 2:22 AM Anti-Hero Taylor Swift Midnights 2:06 AM See All Recently Played Shows Brian Oake in the Morning Madison Paul Fletcher Smitty Latest Stories Music News Sofia Carson & Diane Warren To Perform At 2023 Oscars Feb 27, 2023 Lee Foss When a DJ ditches the USB sticks to play his first all-vinyl set in eight years at a high-profile gig like Mysterylands, you know he's feeling himself and right now, Foss is mixing with the confidence of a guy who feels like he can take the crowd anywhere he wants them to go. Program Manager Don French didnt approve and fired him while he was on the air General Manager Sam Sherwood had to come and finish the shift. A KSTP ad from 1965 described Johnny as the top-rated TV weatherman in the Twin Cities for more than a decade. Sam joined them at one of their Boolyas down by the railroad tracks, where he met people from all walks of life who liked to ride the boxcars. She was widely regarded as one of the most influential programmers in the AAA format (adult rock, essentially) in the country. When I knew him in 1978, Tommy was working as an arranger for the John Davidson Singers Workshop on Catalina Island off of LA. Twitter: @cities971radio Language: English Contact: 1600 Utica Ave S 651-989-9797 Website: http://cities971.iheart.com Stations Equally at home on the airwaves at L.A. underground radio station Dublab or atop the Mayan Art Car on the dusty expanses of Burning Man, the duos aesthetic balances vintage crate-digging nerdism with stylish panache. Zingale was also Augie Garcias manager and arranged for Augie to open for Elvis when he came to town in May 1956. Someone remembered he had some on-air experience, asked him to fill in as the announcer, and that was that. Mesa Kincaid (Cheryl Holm) WYOO (1975 1976), KSTP, KQRS, WCCO-FM. He won a Favorite DJ contest run by Don Leary in 1955. WPBC (1959). Lance also advises stations, talent and brands on digital content strategies, programming integrations, and brand extensions. A professional DJ with years of experience will often cost more than those just starting out. Steve died in April 2009. Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Meet AMP 97.1 FMs new The Morning Mess crew before their first LA radio show, 50 years later, LAs classic The Car Show radio program is still rolling along, An LA radio titans new book is a total rollercoaster ride, Radio: Heres how The SoCal Sound 88.5 lineup changes were received, Radio: How the holidays keep giving into the new year, debuts the Los Angeles edition of The Morning Mess., Much like the radio stations in Los Angeles, California Republicans give a boost to Florida Gov. Tom Ambrose KQRS (1968); WWTC (1970-75), WCCO-FM (1975). Every night in our city, you can find dozens (or hundreds, on weekends) of men and women doing it the old-fashioned way, mixing records live (whether they be on vinyl, CD or flash drive) and conjuring up new soundtracks for your night out. He chartered the Royal Order of Night People, who would then engage in organized moon tanning under the light of the moon. Denault died on March 3, 2007 at age 81. Joe then took it a step further and booked the St. Paul Auditorium for a Rhythm & Blues show with great locals such as Augie Garcia. Paul Anthony Photo courtesy Mark Groesbeck, Wayne Anthony in 2009 posted by Randi Kirshbaum. He lets his records do the talking, and hes got one of the best collections in Southern California. KSTP-AM from 1979 until his death on October 13, 1993, at the age of 68. In August 1961 he went to New York, where he worked at a handful of stations until he retired from WCBS on December 31, 2002. Inducted into the Museum of Broadcasting Hall of Fame in 2011. Cities 97.1, Uniquely Twin Cities, announced today the debut of "Brian Oake in the Morning," effective immediately. that is to start soon.). Cities 97.1 Uniquely Twin Cities 35 7 Cities 97.1 is an Alternative radio station serving Minneapolis-St. Paul. Dave Dworkin KSTP-AM (August 28, 1973 less than one year); KQRS (December 6, 1978 1984). If I have continuing information I will probably include it, but this website as a whole stops at 1974. Stone hosted the Sunset Valley Barn Dance, David Stone photo courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. He called himself Tall Tan Tal., WLOL (part of Hines and Berglund), KSTP-AM (news). Roy Drusky KEVE (1957). Also see WCOW below. I had such high hopes coming to the Twin Cities and hosting a morning show, but so many things have changed and my hard work, creativity and ideas are no longer required.. Photo of Paul Stagg courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting, U.S. (Ugly Steve) Steele (Steve Gibbons) WYOO (1976). Glen died on July 15, 2013. Sports reveal the strange and fascinating psychology that competition brings out in all of us. I produce all the genres of music so I have no problem blending all styles. He also used the name Shadoe Steele. He doesnt need a loud, corny personality to get booked. Truly, and from the bottom of my heart, thank you for letting me into your mornings, your routines, your conversations and your lives.. George Donaldson Fisher had begun playing a diverse selection of underground rock, jazz, blues and comedy (Firesign Theatre, Cheech and Chong) since 1967 on KQRS. We want to be the fun, hip station.. Iver and his sons owned and worked there, including my dad Hardy, who owned the gas station for a bit. (Marsh Walzer): U of M WMRR and WYOO/U100 (1972 1976), WLOL/AM-WRRD 13 Rock. Ratan said hes stoked to be able to interact with L.A. fans. Jimmy Smith KUXL (1972). What are talent hotbeds, and how do we create them? Providing music and performances for any types of events. Saturdays 3-7p EST. Michael died on April 24, 2013 at the age of 65. He became involved in several businesses and pursued a political career, serving in the Colorado State House of Representatives (1963 1964), Colorado State Senate (1965 1972), US Congress from Colorado (1973 1979), and US Senate from Colorado (1979 1991). He was a swell guy. Eventually became the sports anchor at KMSP-TV. Whitney Houston Biopic First Trailer Just Dropped! Visit our, Naima Joins Brian Oake In Mornings At Cities 97.1, From Banned To All-Weekend Stunt, KMLE & WPAW Goes Nonstop Morgan Wallen, Audacy Launches Front Range Country 103.1 Denver, Tino Cochino Radio Joins 106.1 Kiss-FM Dallas, News Center Maine: It was a lightning bolt: Maines WBLM celebrates 50 years of classic rock, Edison Research Releases 2023 Infinite Dial Study. I was lucky enough to have interviewed Mr. August 21, 2013 - 9:47 AM. Hot Creations boss Lee Foss has long been one of Chicago's greatest gifts to L.A.'s dance-music scene. He did all his own programming. Fast Eddie was accused of making slurs against homosexuals by gay activist Jack Baker, but the FCC ruled that Baker was a public figure and denied the request for action. Don Betzold Collection, courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. Cities 97 is a Modern adult contemporary radio station broadcasting to the Twin Cities market of Minnesota English Website 5 Listen live 0 Contacts Cities 97 reviews Radio contacts Time in Minneapolis: 03:23, 02.25.2023 for your smartphone and listen to your favorite radio stations online - wherever you are! We hired him for our Grandma's 90th birthday party and he was AWESOME! Jimmy Valentine retired in 1986, and passed away December 2, 2002, at the age of 83. Season one, The Drug Wars, tells the story of an FBI agent who goes undercover with a biker gang, and follows a trail of clues that eventually leads to the US invasion of a foreign country. Stream the best podcasts from your favorite stations. You can thank him for continuing to bring the likes of house legends Louie Vega, Osunlade and Danny Krivit to town. George Donaldson Fisher KQRS (early spring 1966 to 1971), KSJN (1974), MPR (1975 to 1976), Cities 97 (1985, 1986 to 1987, 1991). Don died in 2007 at age 95. Reggae Mix w/ Massive B. Sundays 9-11p EST. He was apparently either very popular or very overworked we see him three times a day, sometimes at long stretches at a time when shows then were often only 15 minutes. Ray Christensen KUOM, WLOL (8 years, PD in 1956), WCCO Photos below courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. Photo at right courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. As a member of Funky Tekno Tribe, he played breakbeats so devotedly that one of his more famous early mixtapes was an allJames Brown production. His next L.A. gig is on June 10, to coincide with Gay Pride weekend. 97.1 WASH FM DJ from Washington, DC. Stu Gang (Jeffrey Stewart) WTCN ( -1/1957), WDGY (news 1/1957- ), WTCN-TV (1964). Hut to voice Life Line, a right-wing daily radio commentary which aired locally on KSTP and WMIN 15 minutes/day, reported Will Jones. On the November 18, 1967 hit list: KDWB apologizes for what Ron Block said Tuesday morning.. So theyre working off of two separate music logs and that was key to the structure of this whole thing. The arts and entertainment blog. They didnt, but the point is I had the same music in the KQRS library as Tony had at KDWB. "Hello, everybody. Keeping company with more people than a sold-out Twins game. Ron Wandmacher KEVE (March 30, 1959 to October 8, 1962); WLOL (May 16, 1965 to March 1970); KTCR. Chuck and Charlie Bush had the morning drive spot on KSTP-AM from July 1973 to April 1976. Al Paulson WLOL (1947 Night Watch), WTCN (1954-1956), KRSI (1959), KSTP-TV (1962 1986). From a 1970 ad: Follow the leader! Seven years later, their stories collided when a small town detective got a tip and became convinced that if he could solve one mystery, he'd solve the other. Thanks so much, DJ Vision is a certified classic. Prior to the event, she asked questions to get a clear idea of what was expected., Darlynn R. said Photo below courtesy Rick Burnetts Twin Cities Radio Airchecks. Lina Lecaro, Michael Stock; Credit: Photo by Dylan Gordon, 17. Steve died on February 28, 1984, at age 37 in a motorcycle accident in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Machine Gun Kelly (Gary Sinclair) KSTP-AM (1972 1974), Machine Gun Kelly at KSTP, courtesy RadioTapes.com, Tim Kelly (Tim Sabean, Sam Sherwoods son) KDWB (1976 1979), WYOO/U100, Rodger Kent (Vogel) WDGY (1950), KSTP (1954 1957), WCCO, WTCN (1959), WAYL (1979), KTWN, KLBB. There is much to say about the great Leigh Kamman, and I wont attempt it here. Auburn can play for the heads just as well as he can for the new kids; it's all about the balance. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone, and applying the relevant accessibility standards. Cities 97.1 6.4K Favorites More Information Location: Minneapolis, MN Genres: Adult Hits Networks: iHeart Radio TuneIn Partners Description: The twin cities' ultimate home for alternative rock is Cities 97.1 FM. Naima joins the Minneapolis market from Radio 1 in the United Arab Emirates, where she most recently served as Morning host. Photo below courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. Though Shepard, who joined the show last year, was born and raised in Phoenix, she said shes excited to get to cover and experience some of Southern Californias offerings, including outdoor activities with her husband and kids that dont include Arizonas sometimes 120-degree weather. Okerlund left radio in 1970 to work at Channel 11 TV as a salesman. B. Mason Dean (Robert Gross) WDGY (1966 1967), Joe Della Malva WDGY (1956) Storz ad: News director, newscaster, WDGY news center overseer, Sound-Off editor, tipster-ringleader, scooper (on nearly every important local story), beauty judge, Simca-owner, pop science devourer), WPBC (1959). more of the story, KSTP weatherman Dave Dahl announces he's retiring, 'History of the World, Part II' reminds us that Mel Brooks is one of our greatest court jesters, From Minnesota to HBO series, Indigenous actor bringing 'my people and my stories with me', 10 moments of Zen from Jon Stewart's 'Daily Show' reign, TV shows to watch this week: Chris Rock gets ready to go live on Netflix, Home video: 'Jesus of Nazareth' presents the Gospel according to Zeffirelli. 1. Lance Venta is Owner and Publisher of RadioInsight.com. Charlie was inducted into the Museum of Broadcasting Hall of Fame in 2009. On Monday morning, Southern Californias Entercom-owned AMP 97.1 FM will welcome a brand-new morning show crew as it debuts the Los Angeles edition of The Morning Mess.. An encore was demanded but we unfortunately had to leave due to the venue's tight restrictions. Of course the Cities 97 DJs were on hand to welcome the group and announce the bands. Thanks, Greg! The following list is our attempt to sift through those dozens and hundreds of DJs and identify the ones who are operating at the very top of their game. Don Doty WCOW (July 1, 1952 to October 1953), KDUB-TV, Lubbock (December 1953), WTCN (January 1955 March 31, 1958), WPBC (June 2, 1958 April 16, 1959), KSTP (April 17, 1959 May 1964), WTCN-TV (1965), WPBC (1965 1966). I travel to any location in southern California., I play jazz trumpet while DJ-ing a vast variety of music from all over the world. Prior to that, Namia worked at Gulf news as a Digital Content Editor for their radio stations and as a Production Manager at Swerve Entertainment both in Dubai. Photos below courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. Wyatts own sound adds long, syncopated mixes, a West Coast trait, to the jazz- and salsa-infused musicianship of New York house. After serving in the Merchant Marine during WW II, Widman started his radio career in Winona, Minnesota. Bob Kaye (Krekelberg)- KEYD (1952-1955) later sales at WCCO. When I knew Tommy, he looked like Alan Hale Jr. with a bleached-blond Little Richard bouffant. This was, Angela C. said He went on to build stations around Minnesota and Iowa. Adam 12s sets are spontaneous and intuitive; he may play one song all the way through, then cut another halfway, only to bring it back a few cuts later. You can catch him at his weekly club night, Part Time Punks, at the Echo;PTPs sister club, Punky Reggae Party, at La Cita; and on his KXLU radio show, which currently airs Thursday afternoons from 3 to 6 p.m. Sam Ribakoff, 16. Though the show is actually based at AMPs sister station, Live 101.5 FM in Phoenix, Arizona, it will air in both markets and strive to offer Los Angeles- and Southern California-specific content for listeners here. Storz ad: Crisp, incisive, smooth, news-voice of WDGY, commentator, community force., Ernie Martz WMIN (1954 1956 went into the military), WCCO, KSTP, KMSP-TV (weather and live booth announcer in 1970s and 80s), Jonny Matthews KDWB (1966 to April 1969) Go Underground with Jonny Matthews, 11 pm to 5 am.. Oake, best known for his many years as a radio host at The Current and Cities 97.1, announced on his podcast - The Brian Oake Show - that he spent 28 days receiving inpatient treatment after a frightening experience in early July. Hear Don from the summer of 1965 on YouTube. Search for DJs in Los Angeles, California above. Chucker Morgan WYOO (1975 1976). Hugh Cardenas KRSI (1958 1961), KUXL (November 1961 October 1962); WPBC (Sales, 1962 September 1963). Liz Ohanesian, 9. Well, Bill was already a well-known columnist in the St. Paul Pioneer Press, and couldnt see doing such a thing, so he turned it down. It was a great place for a kids imagination! Mentions in January and February 1965 say that Doty was working for WTCN-TV. KDWB (1973), Johnny West (John Dotas) WMIN (1963 December 1966) Dotas was working under his own name when new management came along and gave staff new western names over the weekend. Was known as Big Bill Cash on WCCO for five months in 1956 during the Contest Craze. Actually it was taken in the recording studio as I was producing commercials. Lilia was the consummate professional. When Simon Green aka Bonobo was the surprise Sunday-night headliner at the Do Lab stage at Coachella last year,any thoughts anyone present may have had of braving the crowds for Drake melted away. Epstein needed a commitment from a venue and a guarantee of $50,000. No lasers, pyro or beat-matching software required. Andy Hermann, Amanda Jones; Credit: Courtesy of the artist, 18. Photo courtesy Pavek Museum of Broadcasting. Coached by Al DeRusha, he spent the rest of his career as a professional wrestling announcer. Jones' gothic, industrial and darkwave sets go from heavy and hard to familiar and fun and back again, a meld that always seems to move her to dance behind the decks, and turns the floor before her into a fiendish free-for-all. I wish I could give her ten stars. He had to have a different name, so he selected Sherwood. Neal Justin covers the entertainment world, primarily TV and radio. He passed away on September 24, 2012. At that time the formats of the two stations were so different I doubt anyone ever noticed I was on both stations even though they were very close on the dial.