Tall Thin One News has not gotten official confirmation, but word is that Star 102.5 has been sold to EMF (K-Love). Terms of the deal unavailable at press time.
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BREAKING NEWS!...Star 102.5 sold in Buffalo
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Does Audacy move it's IP to "Star 107.7"? Seems like a way to keep that ad revenue.
Whatever happens, it will be very interesting to see the reverberations of this move.
Oh no
Another step in radio's funeral march.
I'll inform the minister of radio. In the meantime, credit CCM lovers for banding together and supporting radio. Fans of other music genres could do the same thing, but they don't have the same devotion to music that the CCM fans have. Although fans of classical music continue to support WNED.
EMF already owns 3kW WBKV on 89.9 which is doing the K-Love Christian Contemporary Music ("CCM") format, so it's quite possible that format will move the the big signal on 102.5 which covers everything in Niagara, Erie and Chautauqua counties and easily reaches Genesee, Orleans, Wyoming counties.
Before offering critical analysis, it might be worth checking out 89.9. Although CCM isn't my choice of fomats, on the occasions I've listened, the K-Love format does all the formatic elements of AC with a dash of Hot AC, while adding a touch Christian-based personality. It also sounds apolitical, knowing that's best left to its listeners' tastes. K-Love also puts up very competitive ratings in markets larger than Buffalo, and will likely perform well here on 102.5 if EMF puts the format on the frequency.
On the flip side of the coin, ad revenue no longer will flow to 102.5, so will Audacy re-direct that revenue to 107.7 by moving Star's Hot AC format to that frequency, or will the 107.7 signal also be divested. Moving Star to 107.7 will keep this board active for days (tbolt's dilema) because the format has been putting up improved post-All Christmas numbers. The million dollar question: If the format moves to 107.7, will Star listeners make the move to the rimshot signal ... or choose its very effective translator on 104.7?
I'll hang up and take your answer on the radio.
Before offering critical analysis, it might be worth checking out 89.9. Although CCM isn't my choice of fomats, on the occasions I've listened, the K-Love format does all the formatic elements of AC with a dash of Hot AC, while adding a touch Christian-based personality. It also sounds apolitical, knowing that's best left to its listeners' tastes. K-Love also puts up very competitive ratings in markets larger than Buffalo, and will likely perform well here on 102.5 if EMF puts the format on the frequency.
On the flip side of the coin, ad revenue no longer will flow to 102.5, so will Audacy re-direct that revenue to 107.7 by moving Star's Hot AC format to that frequency, or will the 107.7 signal also be divested. Moving Star to 107.7 will keep this board active for days (tbolt's dilema) because the format has been putting up improved post-All Christmas numbers. The million dollar question: If the format moves to 107.7, will Star listeners make the move to the rimshot signal ... or choose its very effective translator on 104.7?
I'll hang up and take your answer on the radio.
The original post about Atlas mentioned a possible trade with Cumulus. Perhaps Audacy is not yet done.
Townsquare, Cumulus, iHeart, anyone
I do find myself checking out dove 92-1 on occasion, and the songs can blend in with today's light favorites.
In addition, the on air talent is relatable, as mentioning a moment which was genuine while attending a Sabres' game....
if THAT is what they are bringing cool,
I hope that 101.7 or 99.5 is not their programming as they it almost "offensive " with their opinion delivered "facts"
*the rare time I hear 99.5 play music it is okay
however, I can quickly identify it is CCM.
In addition, the on air talent is relatable, as mentioning a moment which was genuine while attending a Sabres' game....
if THAT is what they are bringing cool,
I hope that 101.7 or 99.5 is not their programming as they it almost "offensive " with their opinion delivered "facts"
*the rare time I hear 99.5 play music it is okay
however, I can quickly identify it is CCM.
Keep your eyes and ears open. I suspect there are additional pieces involving Audacy, Cumulus, and EMF that will move around, including other markets.
However evangelicals are involved in a religious culture where there is tremendous pressure from leadership and their own peers to provide financial support to their church and other proselytizing activities. Religious broadcasters such as EMF are an extension of that culture, and use the same mindset to encourage support of their radio ministries.
Those that love Classical music (or other ”fringe” genres) do not have the same financial demands and cultural pressure placed upon them.
There's also Zoomer Radio Classical and Jazz FM in the neighboring Toronto. WNED is part of BTPM and they have a Toronto office
It's now 4 PM EDT and there is nothing on any recognized broadcast news site about the sale of WTSS. Do we have actual confirmation?
From Fybush to Radio Insight to Inside Radio to AllAccess there is nothing.
Of course not. They do it out of love and charity. There needs to be more of that in order for radio and certain genres of music to survive. Otherwise what you once knew as radio will be filled with religion and other paid programming. Advertising is disappearing as a support system for radio & TV. The future will be based on subscriptions and donations.
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I enjoy the Deal digest on Thursday's
I enjoy the Deal digest on Thursday's
insideradio.com | The Most Trusted News in Radio and nothing about a sale of WTSS other than the rumor here. Again, do we have confirmation?
Staffers in Buffalo and Memphis were informed of deals yesterday. There's another market supposedly in play. I haven't locked down who is getting what yet completely.