Monthly Archives: June 2011

Philippines Radio

106.7 Dream FM Goes Pure Online at PinoyTuner.com

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Dream FM Becomes 'JAZZistas'

Dream FM listeners and Jazz music fans cannot believe they will be missing one more Jazz radio station in Manila FM band.

XFM 92.3 was a jazz station but was closed. Until now, there were only two Jazz stations left: Crossover 105.1 and 106.7 Dream FM. When July 1st comes, there will be one Jazz station left and more masa station added in the already crowded radio spectrum (as Energy FM takes over 106.7).

Fans suggest that Dream FM take on the 105.9 dial point. UR FaceRadio is said to vacate the slot by the end of this month.

Avid Jazzista Anthony Frank Tan, however, consoled listeners by directing them into an all-jazz online radio station via PinoyTuner.com. The station is branded as JAZZistas. It will not be carrying the Dream FM branding, but the “stationality” promises to bring the sound of the soon-to-be defunct radio to world-wide audience. Continue reading 106.7 Dream FM Goes Pure Online at PinoyTuner.com →

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Listen to 106.7 Energy FM, Is Cathy G Really Missing?

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Energy FM on Dream 106.7

Energy FM on Dream 106.7 is just 2 days away, but the latest buzz is more than just that. Cathy G, its afternoon DJ is missing!

And they are scrambling to find her, so she can be on their July 1st launching. Is she really missing or is this a publicity stunt, if it’s a joke, not really a good joke, but if it is, you be the judge.

It’s official, that Energy FM is on 106.7. But they are not dropping the brand “Dream”. In fact, it’s on their graphics.

We believe this might be a temporary move, so as to remind or re-orient, so to speak, listeners that their Dream 106.7 is no longer a jazz station. Remember 91.5 Big Radio, is also doing this, with plugs that go “And dating Energy, big time na (the former Energy, now goes big time!)”.

But going back to the Cathy G thing, a YouTube was in fact uploaded. And even had Program Director Gio Mendez say they had to report it to the authorities.

So is Cathy G missing? Is this a gimmick?

Listen to 106.7 Energy FM on Dream FM

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Philippines Radio

90.3 Energy FM Dagupan Refurbishes Studio-Office

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Energy FM Dagupan

Our friends at 90.3 Energy FM Dagupan were kind to share their newly face-lifted office and studio.

Legally known as DWKT or 90.3 Energy FM is a FM radio station owned by Ultrasonic Broadcasting System Inc.. The radio station’s broadcast studio and office is located in Dagupan City.

Between the years 1992 and 2005, the station was formerly running under the brand name Mellow Touch 90.3. FBS Radio Network Inc. was the company that operated the station.

In 2005, UBSI bought the station and applied a new format, flipping it to 90.3 Energy FM.

Below are the photos of their new office and studio. Continue reading 90.3 Energy FM Dagupan Refurbishes Studio-Office →

Philippines Radio

Listen to DWDM Pinas FM 95.5, They Play More OPM

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Pinas FM

That’s according to the recent award given to DWDM FM 95.5, now known as “Pinas FM”.

Recently they have been recognized for its consistent support for promoting and patronage of OPM or Original Pilipino Music.

The citation was given this month, June 2011 as part of the organization’s, as well as the KBP’s (Kapisanan Ng Mga Brodkaster Ng Pilipinas) implementation of the Executive Order 255 issued by the late Philippine President Corazon Aquino.

Spearheaded by President Ogie Alcasid, the “Organisasyon Ng Pilipinong Mang-aawit” encourages radio stations in the Philippines to play at least 4 local songs in one clock hour.

Below are the details of the EO No 255 Continue reading Listen to DWDM Pinas FM 95.5, They Play More OPM →

Streaming Station

5 Things You Should Know About the New SAM Broadcaster

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New SAM Broadcaster

SAM Broadcaster, the most popular radio automation software for online radio stations has just announced recently their updated version. It’s long overdue but the wait is worth it.

Here are essentially five things you should know about the new version.

No. 1 Updated Sam Interface – the new interface boasts of a new graphical user interface that is very relevant with today’s modern operating system. The new skin is the talk of the town and the best thing is the skin update is free. Just click here (http://spacial.com/sam-broadcaster)

No. 2 New Branding – the company has always been called Spacial Audio, but they now dropped ‘Audio’ and is now branding itself as simply “Spacial”. Other products like SAM Party DJ is now called SAM DJ, and SimpleCast is now called SAM Cast.

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Production Tips

DWTM’s Production Manager Carlo Jose Says Quit Radio School

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DWTM FM Magic 89.9

If you want to be on the radio, stop learning radio in school. This was the advice of Carlo Jose, Production Manager at the famous Magic 89.9, DWTM FM of Quest Broadcasting Inc. during last month’s Kidlat Awards 2011.

I remember when I just 16, a budding DJ wannabe, who would do anything just to be heard on the radio. I did not know what was in radio, that I got hooked to it, sure it was about getting the hippest music and getting it first, the popularity and the chicks, but I did not realize that until I got IN radio.

Before my radio days, I was just a listener. I did not enjoy all the perks until my first boardwork.

So I believe being on radio is written in your DNA, you don’t go to school to be an announcer. And I remember this was also the very same thing that the late and former mentor of mine, Mr. Alex Sy of Times Broadcasting Network. Continue reading DWTM’s Production Manager Carlo Jose Says Quit Radio School →

Streaming Station

Digos City Streams Gold FM 93.5

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93.5 Gold FM

Overseas Filipino Workers who hail from Digos City now have the chance to listen to local programming, as FM station here opens new streaming portal.

Gold FM 93.5 (DXRM FM), a radio station of Kalayaan Broadcasting System, Inc. launched their own website http://www.goldfm935.com.

Streaming is made available through Ustream.tv. The 1000 watt powered radio station first came to the airwaves in November 12, 2008.

It’s primary market covers the province of Davao del Sur. Secondary:  Davao City, Davao del Norte, North Cotabato, South Cotabato. Tertiary: Sultan Kudarat, Sarangani Province, Davao Oriental, and Comval Province.

Tune in to Gold FM 93.5 here. Continue reading Digos City Streams Gold FM 93.5 →

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GMA 7, Not Penalized for Hostage Coverage Violation

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GMA 7

ABS-CBN, TV5 and Radio Mindanao Network are all asked by KBP to pay P30,000 for violating its rules on appropriate coverage.

According to its internal investigative panel, all 3 networks were found out to have crossed the line just to get a good scoop on the August 2010 Luneta hostage-taking crisis.

PCIJ or Philippine Center for Investigative Journalism however said that the penalty of P30,000 is very petty compared to the number of lives lost and risked, time lost in finger pointing, and damage to international relations and tourism.

KBP However did not impose a penalty on GMA 7 since it is not a member of the organization.

More details here http://newsinfo.inquirer.net/15111/kbp-slaps-fines-on-big-3

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DWRR 101.9 For Life 2005 and 2007 Station ID Jingles

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WRR 101.9 Old Logo

I had goosebumps after reviewing an article I wrote four years ago. I thought I made a prophecy that came true, but did I? I was talking about the launch of WRR 101.9 For Life’s new jingle on September 1, 2007. The new jingle was sung by Raimund Marasigan and Yeng Constantino.

I said that the jingles were going to run for another two years or until some major changes. And some “major changes” did happen two years after 2007, WRR was re-branded as “Tambayan 101.9”.

Here is a part of that article, published September 14, 2007: Continue reading DWRR 101.9 For Life 2005 and 2007 Station ID Jingles →

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Campus Radio’s John Hendrix Returns to GMA

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John Hendrix

Who does not know John Hendrix, one of the legendary DJ’s of the now defunct WLS 97.1 Campus Radio. John Hendrix is one of those loved voices on the radio in the heydays of Top 40 radio in Manila or in the Philippines, for that matter. That classic, friendly voice is something that we really miss.

John Hendrix became more popular when he did a TV stint on GMA 7 in the 90s for a Sunday music video show called Campus Video. His disc jockeying skills made him a natural VJ.

Like many other careers, there comes a crisis in one’s life and DJs are not immune to it. We’re talking about management changes, format changes or station closing shop. Continue reading Campus Radio’s John Hendrix Returns to GMA →