The Banana Jack Murphy Show on AM 1240 WLSC

J. Patrick Milan Returns To Radio After 3 Decades

2009-06-12T07:59:00.001-04:00

For Immediate Release:

Contact:
Banana Jack Murphy
WLSC Radio
843.756.1183
843.222.4652
843.756.0548 fax
info@wlscradio.com
www.wlscradio.com

Veteran Myrtle Beach Broadcaster Returns To Host Program on Q Rock Radio

This weekend marks the first time in 32 years Rock 102 radio personality J Patrick Milan* will be on Myrtle Beach radio. A successful media consultant in Minneapolis, MN, Milan will be flying in for a weekend air shift at his alma mater.

As part of the Rock 102 Radio reunion coming September 24-27, Internet radio station QRockRadio.com will feature one of the original Q Crew members of the famed Myrtle Beach radio station. You can join J Patrick live from 3-7 PM eastern time Friday June 12 and several times this weekend.

Log on to www.QRockRadio.com and be ready for several surprises, some of which we know about, and a few we will probably be glad we don't know about. Stop by the QRock Studios at Heroes Harbor, Broadway at the Beach and hang out with the Q Crew this weekend!

Currently, the Q Rock lineup includes Freakin' Deacon, Mixin' Dixon, John Van Pelt, Bob Chase, Bob Scarborough and Banana Jack Murphy.

The four day Reunion Weekend, scheduled September 24-27, 2009. will feature a concert, golf tournament and other activiites. Radio announcers, newscasters, sportscasters, sales reps, practically anyone who ever walked the halls at Grand Strand Broadcasting between 1973 and 1997 will be taking part in this reunion.

The Rock 102 Reunion Weekend will benefit South by Southeast, a non-profit/charitable organization formed in 2003 by music lovers and educators. South by Southeast's mission is to provide assistance and support to local music education programs. The group helps offset some of the costs associated with the musical education of young people in our area.

More information on this organization can be found at www.southbysoutheast.org
Information regarding Q Rock Radio can be found at www.qrockradio.com

QRock Radio is operated by radio personalities and broadcasters associated with WKZQ Myrtle Beach from 1973-1997.

On site interviews are available at the Q Rock Radio studios - Broadway at the Beach, Heroes Harbor, Unit 308

On Site Contact: Bob Scarborough 843-222-9189

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My Gospel Station.com

2009-06-03T06:50:00.000-04:00

June 2, 2009

Dear Friends,

The management of WLSC is excited to announce the launch of a brand new internet radio project. My Gospel Station.com will debut July 1, 2009. This new internet radio station will feature gospel programming 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Would you like to help?

First of all, pray for our success. Next, tell all of your friends. Call them. Send an e-mail. Do you use Twitter, Facebook or MySpace? If so, help us spread the word!

There's also an opportunity to host your own program on My Gospel Station.com. Regardless of whether your ministry is musical or the spoken word, we welcome your involvement.

"Singin', Preachin', Prayin' 24/7" is our motto heading towards our start date of July 1st. We have created a tremendous opportunity for those wishing to expand their ministry. We need 30 charter members to break even on the costs associated with starting and operating My Gospel Station.com.

Here's How it Works - For one year, your program ( 55 minutes in length) will air on My Gospel Station.com once per week between 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday through Saturday. You'll also receive a bonus airing per week between 6:00 PM and 6:00 AM Sunday through Saturday. (Your bonus program must air on a seperate day.) Time slots are on a first come. first serve basis. Your program airs twice a week, every week for only $100 per month. Total Committment: $100 per month X 12 months.....Only 1200.00. As an Introductory offer, Save $200 by paying in advance for one year....Only 1000.00.

We're also needing advertisers to help us defray the costs of operating an internet radio station. As a charter advertiser, your business will receive 3 thirty second commercials every day, every month for only $50 per month. Total Committment: $50 per month X 12 months...Only 600.00. As an Introductory offer, Save $100 by paying in advance for one year....Only 500.00.

If you'd like to have your own program airing on My Gospel Station.com or you'd like to become a charter sponsor, please contact me.

God Bless!

Jack Murphy, GM
WLSC AM 1240
info@wlscradio.com
843.756.1183 office
843.222.4652 cell
843.756.0548 fax

What A Week It Has Been

2009-05-27T16:56:00.003-04:00

Last Thursday, I was fortunate enough to be present when Q Rock Radio.com debuted. John Van Pelt fired things up on the microphone. There were television crews present and our local daily newspaper had already given us some great press online and in print, as well.

Freakin' Deacon was there. Doctor Bob Chase, too. Mixin' Dixon worked his magic. Bob Scarborough did his thing as well. Bill Hennecy, the man who inspired (...and SCARED) so many in radio, even made an appearance. Now, that I think about it, Hennecy scared a lot of folks outside of the radio game, too. I've got stories that I'll have to share some other day.

How about this? I even got do an hour on the first day of Q Rockin' from Broadway at the Beach. Although, I'm on the air Monday through Friday at my station, WLSC....something happened when I said, "Q Rock Radio!" I'm here to tell you that you could just feel the electricity in the air.

That first day on Q Rock only wet my appetite for more. I had obligations at my station last Friday, so I only got to hang out at Q Rock for about a half hour on day 2.

Saturday in the Sun Fun City. WOW! I read online that Johnny D. is in the studio. He's the guy that hired me back in 1989. He's the one responsible for bringing me to Myrtle Beach. I grabbed my 4 year old son, Tristan and drove as fast as I could to the studios at Broadway at the Beach.

When I got there Johnny had already departed. "Is he coming back?" "How did he look?" "Why was in such a hurry?" I was never that excited about Johnny when we worked together. He always scored more babes than I did. Now that we're both married with kids, things have changed.....a lot!

One of his old girlfriends did swing by. I had to tell her, "You just missed him." Ironic, huh? It was like the old days and I liked it.

I hung around listening to Freakin' Deacon and John Van Pelt. A friend stopped by with his son and I gave him the Q Rock Tour. We had lunch together.

When we rolled back to Rock 'n Roll Heaven, Hennecy was there. More stories. I picked up some great marketing pointers from Henn-Man that afternoon. Then!!! Johnny D. walks in with his three daughters. (Quick! Grab the camera.) He wasn't there more than 10 minutes, but I did get a photo with the man responsible for introducing me to Bill Hennecy and Tom Rogers.

At 5:00, I got to do 2 hours on Q Rock!!!!! I even airchecked myself. Crazy. Just crazy!

As for Sunday and Memorial Day, I spent those days with the family. I don't do enough of that. Nonetheless, I still listened to Q Rock most of the day on Monday. I fired up my laptop and plugged in my tiny, Part 15 compliant FM transmitter and broadcast Q Rock to my backyard.....YEAH! Q Rock helped me get through the brutality of preparing my backyard for a few pallets of sod being delivered to the house this week.

As I write this, I haven't been back to the Broadway at the Beach studios, but I will. I've been busy catching up because I took Monday off this week. Anyway, I've been rockin' with the Q as I travel. I grabbed that tiny, part 15 compliant FM transmitter and plugged into my laptop, along with my AT&T wireless card and Voila!!!!!!!!, It's Q Rock on the go. I can take it anywhere.

Soon, internet access will be in your vehicle. You can already listen on the I-Phone and other PDAs. Locally, HTC Communications just started offering the I-Phone. The Q Crew is back leading the charge in a digital age. I'm fortunate to be a part of it.

I feel like it's history in the making and it's only Wednesday afternoon. Sure, it's only been a week, but..... Oh!, what a week it has been.

Stay Tuned!

Q ROCK RADIO.com, Always Rockin'!

2009-05-20T11:13:00.002-04:00

For Immediate Release:

Contact:
Banana Jack Murphy
WLSC Radio
843.756.1183
843.222.4652 cell
843.756.0548 fax
info@wlscradio.com
www.wlscradio.com

The Biggest Personalities in Myrtle Beach Radio Are Back! Q Rock Radio Debuts Thursday
Press Conference @ 9:30 AM, Official Launch @ 10:00 AM

Myrtle Beach, SC, May 20, 2009 - A brand new internet radio station signs on Thursday (May 21, 2009) at 10:00 AM. Q Rock Radio.com will feature the biggest hits from 1968 - 1988. Listeners will hear everything from Gladys Knight & The Pips to Led Zeppelin. Q Rock Radio.com will originate from studios at the popular tourist destination, Broadway at the Beach located between 21st Avenue and 29th Avenue in Myrtle Beach. Q Rock Radio will be located in unit 308 at the Heroes Harbor section of the entertainment complex, close to Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville.

While Q Rock Radio's unique blend of music could be the driving force in attracting listeners, this internet radio station will also be feature an All Star lineup of radio personalities. Freakin' Deacon, John Van Pelt, Mixin' Dixon, Bob Scarborough, Bob Chase, Banana Jack Murphy and others are on board for the official launch. Banana Jack says, "This is awesome. We're recreating the unique sound of one of the greatest radio stations in America and I promise you that most folks have never heard radio like this." Murphy adds, "Broadcasting from Broadway at the Beach is a win-win for both the radio station and the entertainment complex. We've formed a unique marketing partnership and it's going to be one exciting ride." Q Rock Radio.com will broadcast 24 hours a day from Broadway at the Beach.

Q Rock Radio Partners LLC, parent company of Q Rock Radio.com is also organizing a Reunion Weekend, scheduled September 24-27, 2009. The four day event will feature a concert, golf tournament and other activiites. Radio announcers, newscasters, sportscasters, sales reps, practically anyone who ever walked the halls at Grand Strand Broadcasting between 1973 and 1997 will be taking part in this reunion.
The Reunion Weekend will benefit South by Southeast, a non-profit/charitable organization formed in 2003 by music lovers and educators. South by Southeast's mission is to provide assistance and support to local music education programs. The group helps offset some of the costs associated with the musical education of young people in our area. More information on this organization can be found at www.southbysoutheast.org.
Information regarding Q Rock Radio can be found at www.qrockradio.com.

Q Rock Radio Press Conference is Thursday, May 21, 2009 @ 9:30 AM
Location: Broadway at the Beach, Heroes Harbor, Unit 308
On Site Contact: Bob Scarborough 843-222-9189

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WLSC & The Bargain Barn Join Half Off America

2009-05-18T16:06:00.001-04:00

WLSC has joined forces with Half Off America. Now listeners to The Bargain Barn Radio Network can also save Big Bucks on a variety of goods, services, travel and entertainments across the United States.

Savings are not just limited to the 2 Carolinas. There will still be savings available only to The Bargain Barn, but now we can offer discounts to a national audience. Listeners to WLSC and The Bargain Barn can also save nationally by visiting www.halfoffamerica.com.

We're excited about the new savings opportunities for our listeners and the great advertising and marketing opportunities for our sponors.

This is a win-win for everybody!

Stay Tuned!

The Bargain Barn Radio Network is Moving to a New Time

2009-05-15T22:52:00.000-04:00

The Bargain Barn Radio Network will be moving to a new time starting on Tuesday, June 2, 2009.

The popular on air shopping show, currently heard from 4:00 PM until 6:00 PM Monday through Friday will be soon be heard from 10:00 AM until Noon every weekday.

There will be another BIG anouncement concerning The Bargain Barn on Monday, May 18, 2009.

WLSC to broadcast at Bluegrass on the Waccamaw

2009-05-04T05:46:00.002-04:00

WLSC will be behind the scenes at the 13th Annual Bluegrass on the Waccamaw Festival in historic downtown Conway, SC.

We'll be live at the Friday Night Showcase featuring The Darrin & Brook Aldridge Quintet. Our coverage starts at 6:00 PM on our website, www.wlscradio.com. Visitors can hear interviews and even a tune or two from The Peanut Warehouse as the events unfold.

On Saturday, starting at 12:30 Pm and continuing until 10:00 PM, WLSC will be presenting backstage interviews, live music and stories from this incredible live bluegrass festival.

The Larry Stephenson Band, Grasstowne, Lizzy Long and Legacy and more are scheduled to perform.

Listen online at www.wlscradio.com.

Bluegrass on the Corner at The Black Bear Festival

2009-04-15T07:40:00.000-04:00

Robert Napier and The Morris Brothers will be headlining Bluegrass on the Corner this Saturday, April 18 at The Black Bear Festival.

Come see bluegrass at its best this weekend at Grapefull Sisters Vineyard in Tabor City, NC.

WLSC is proud to be a presenting sponsor of the first ever Black Bear Festival. There will be plenty of food, drink and fun things for the kids and the whole family to do.

Come join us for more live Bluegrass on the Corner.

Stay Tuned!

Alan Bibey & Robert Napier Join Bluegrass on the Corner

2009-04-08T00:34:00.000-04:00

WOW!

Alan Bibey, currently with Grasstowne will be our featured performer during the live performance of Bluegrass on the Corner on April 14, 2009 at The Myrtle Beach Convention Center.

Bibey will be joined on stage by his father, James Bibey, who picks a "mean" banjo.

WLSC is also honored to present Robert Napier, the fiddle player from The Alabama Theatre. Napier has delighted audiences for years. Robert once played with the late, great Tammy Wynette.

Bleugrass on the Corner kicks off The 2009 Horry Electric Cooperative Membership Meeting starting at 2:00 PM.

Stay Tuned!

Bluegrass on the Corner is Live at The Horry Electric Cooperative Membership Meeting

2009-04-03T11:29:00.000-04:00

Bluegrass on the Corner is on the air.....

Join us Tuesday, April 14, 2009 at The Myrtle Beach Convention Center for a live presentation of Bluegrass on the Corner. WLSC is honored to kick off the 2009 Horry Electric Coooperative membership meeting.

Bluegrass on the Corner hits the stage at 2:00 PM. We'll be entertaining the crowd with great bluegrass music.

Who'll be joining me on stage. It's going to be BIG!!!!!!

Stay Tuned!

The Bargain Barn is On the Air

2009-03-17T10:20:00.000-04:00

Saving Big Bucks is the driving force behind the new Bargain Barn Radio Network. As the national economy stumbled, I knew that we'd have to do something different at our tiny little radio station. The Bargain Barn fits the bill.

Listeners of WLSC can save 40 - 60% on goods and services from area merchants. We give them the option of calling the radio station ande purchasing during our radio show or they can go online and make purchases 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

The Bargain Barn is also a great deal for area businesses. Advertisers can join The Bargain Barn radio networkl for little to no out of pocket expense. in fact, we brag that a business owner will never have to write us a check.

Tune in from 4 until 6 weekday afternoons to start saving Big Bucks.

If you own or manage a business, we'd love to share our exciting concept with you. Please call 843-756-1183 for more information or visit www.bargainbarnradio.com.

The Bargain Barn Gets A Facelift

2009-02-16T08:29:00.001-05:00

The Bargain Barn has been a major part of the programming on WLSC for many years. The show used to air weekday mornings from 8:00 - 10:00. Periodically, the popular show would be broadcast on Saturday mornings too.

Somewhere along the way, The Bargain Barn lost its identity. For years, listeners called and basically broadcast their free classfied ads on the air. Once there was lively banter between the hosts of the show and the listeners. It was interactive radio at its best.

Just up the road from WLSC, another well run radio station has a similar program. They do it about as well as I've ever heard. Their program also aired at the same time as The Bargain Barn. It didn't take me long to realize that we'd need to revamp The Bargain Barn as soon as I took over the day to day operations of the radio station.

My first move was changing the time that The Bargain Barn aired. We moved the show to afternoons. The program started airing at 4:00 PM and continued until 6:00 PM Monday through Friday. I even brought in a new host for the show.

Just as the host of the show decided to pursue new opportunities, I had decided to make another round of changes to The Bargain Barn.

I can tell you that it was not my plan to step in as host of the show, but it worked out that way and I couldn't be happier.

Over the holidays, I had time to think about repositioning The Bargain Barn. I had this concept in the back of mind for quite some time, but until I started putting things down on paper, I wasn't making any progress.

BOOM! It hit me. The Bargain Barn wasn't just going to get a facelift. We were going to completely change the program and the way our radio station does business.

In a nutshell, we're establishing business relationships with new clients, that have never advertised on our radio station.....Never. Because of this unique concept, we can now offer goods and services to listeners of The Bargain Barn at savings of 40-60% retail prices.

Dining, entertainment, travel and services like automotive and home improvement are just a few of the categories where listeners can save Big Bucks.

The Bargain Barn Radio Network debuts on March 4, 2009. Listeners and interested advertisers are invited to visit www.bargainbarnradio.com for more details.

Stay Tuned

Getting Informed On Saturday Mornings

2009-02-05T03:54:00.001-05:00

I think it was Aaron Tippin who sang, "There Ain't Nothin' Wrong With The Radio". If you tune in to WLSC on any given Saturday, you're going to hear something new. We've just made a few changes to our lineup. Your radio is working properly.

Let's Talk Nutrition, which airs at 9:00 AM is a brand new program on WLSC's Saturday morning lineup. The program is hosted by Dr. Michael Garko, Ph.D. Let's Talk Nutrition originates in Tampa, Florida and focuses on health and nutrition experts with extensive knowledge of complementary, alternative, and traditional medicine.

Since December, listeners to WLSC have enjoyed the informative program, Horry County Community Calendar. The public affairs program produced and hosted by Herb Malsman airs every Saturday morning at 10:00. Malsman hosted a similar program in New York City. Horry County Community Calendar features interviews with area newsmakers and celebrities and spotlights upcoming events of interest to residents of Horry County.

Immediately following Horry County Community Calendar is the new legal advice program, Ask Jim Law. This 30 minute program focuses on legal issues that are making local and national headlines. The show is produced locally and is hosted by Myrtle Beach attorney, Jim Irvin Jr.

American Country Countdown, hosted by Kix Brooks which used to air on Saturday mornings from 6:00 AM - 10:00 AM can now be hard on Saturday evenings from 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM.

WLSC Goes "All ELVIS"

2009-01-07T07:49:00.000-05:00

For Immediate Release
Contact:
Banana Jack Murphy
WLSC Radio
843.756.1183
843.222.4652
843.756.0548 fax
info@wlscradio.com
www.wlscradio.com

LONG LIVE THE KING!
South Carolina Radio Station Goes "All Elvis" to Celebrate Elvis' Birthday

Loris, SC, January 7, 2008 - Elvis Presley was born in Tupelo, Mississippi on January 8, 1935. He would be 73 tomorrow, (January 8) had he lived. AM 1240 WLSC in Loris, SC will suspend normal programming to pay tribute to the undisputed "King of Rock & Roll" starting at midnight tonight.

"It will be non-stop Elvis all day long.", says station manager, Banana Jack Murphy. WLSC will be featuring all of Elvis' big hits as well as some of his more obscure recordings. Murphy adds, "Elvis sang rock, country, gospel, blues. He recorded so many songs that we could be here for days playing all of his recordings." As Banana Jack was doing research for this event, he discovered that Elvis recorded more than 700 songs.

This latest tribute to Elvis Presley should come as no surprise to those listeners that are familiar with Banana Jack's on air antics. Murphy introduced Leon Frazier," The World's Worst Elvis Impersonator" to his radio audience in 1989. Leon Frazier delighted audiences every morning on the ongoing radio feature, Elvis Weather. "I am almost certain that Leon Frazier will be making an appearance. If not, I'll be wearing the white jump suit tomorrow." says Murphy.

Listeners can hear the "All Elvis Tribute" on AM 1240 WLSC starting at 12:00 Midnight (tonight) and continuing until 7:00 PM (January 8). The station will also broadcast it's "All Elvis Tribute" online at WLSCRadio.com for Elvis fans around the world.

WLSC AM 1240 and WLSCRadio.com are owned and operated by Banana Jack Murphy Productions LLC, which was formed in 2007 by broadcast personality Banana Jack and his wife Barb Krumm. WLSC broadcasts from downtown Loris, SC and features country, bluegrass and gospel music plus local and regional sports and entertainment programming. Banana Jack Murphy Productions LLC is also producing the soon to be syndicated radio program, Bluegrass on the Corner.

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Santa Claus To Host Talk Show on WLSC

2008-12-11T09:13:00.000-05:00

Contact:
Banana Jack Murphy
WLSC Radio
843.756.1183
843.222.4652
843.756.0548 fax
info@wlscradio.com
www.wlscradio.com

Santa Claus to Host Radio Show in South Carolina

Loris, SC, December 11, 2008 - Santa Claus is coming to town and he's on the air. Believe it or not, Kris Kringle will be hosting his own talk radio show on AM 1240 WLSC in Loris, SC. Station manager, Banana Jack Murphy says this may be the first time that Santa Claus has actually hosted his own radio show. "In my 27 years of broadasting, I've never had the opportunity to work this closely with Santa Claus. For him to travel over 4,000 miles to host a radio show for WLSC, especially this time of the year is totally awesome!"

Santa's first day on the air will be Wednesday, December 17 between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM. Listeners will also be able to hear Ol' St. Nick between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM on Thursday, December 18 and Friday, December 19. Santa will also be on the air between 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM on Monday, December 22 and Tuesday, December 23. Kids of all ages are encouraged to call Santa during his radio show. The studio number is 843-756-JACK (5225).

If you're not within the the station's listening area, don't worry. In addition to being broadcast on AM 1240 WLSC, kids all over the world can tune in to Santa Claus on the station's website, WLSCRadio.com. Murphy laughs, "Since Santa is such a celebrity, we may may have a tough time booking him again next year, but we're hoping this becomes an annual holiday tradition."

Santa Claus hosting his own radio show in Loris might cause a traffic jam or two. WLSC's studios are located on Main Street at the corner of U.S. 701 and SC 9, which happens to be one of the busiest intersections in the area. You can actually see Santa on the air as you drive by the station. Murphy says he believes this will make Santa's talk show even more exciting.

For those children who aren't able to get on the air and speak with Santa during his radio shows, Banana Jack has provided an alternative. Murphy is inviting people to go online and visit SantaFone.com, a website that offers personal, interactive phone calls from Santa Claus.

"We're really excited about Santa Fone.", says Murphy. "It's an inexpensive way for kids to experience the excitement of Santa Claus." He adds, "It's also easy to do. You just visit the website and make a reservation for Santa to make a personal call to your kids or grandchildren. You even get to pick the date and time that Santa will call." After Santa talks to your children, Santa Fone.com will send you a recording of the call. It's a gift that that they'll be talking about for a long time and you'll always have a lasting keepsake.

This year, Murphy just hopes to cover his expenses, but nonetheless is still giving $1.00 from every purchase on SantaFone.com to The Shriners Hospitals for Children. The website will be operational through Christmas Day.

"Some might say that we've gone overboard with our Christmas programming this year and they may be right." says Banana Jack. "In addition to Santa Fone and all the zany holiday things we're doing on WLSC, we also have The Christmas Channel on our website, which features holiday music nonstop through New Years Day. Yeah, now that I think about it, we may have overdone it, but I don't think you can have enough of the Christmas spirit."

WLSC AM 1240, WLSCRadio.com and SantaFone.com are owned and operated by Banana Jack Murphy Productions LLC, which was formed in 2007 by broadcast personality Banana Jack and his wife Barb Krumm. WLSC broadcasts from downtown Loris, SC and features country, bluegrass and gospel music plus local and regional sports and entertainment programming. Banana Jack Murphy Productions LLC is also producing the soon to be syndicated radio program, Bluegrass on the Corner.

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The Christmas Channel Is On The Air!

2008-11-12T08:12:00.000-05:00

For Immediate Release:

Contact:
Banana Jack Murphy
WLSC Radio
843.756.1183
843.222.4652
843.756.0548 fax
info@wlscradio.com
www.wlscradio.com

The Christmas Channel is On The Air at WLSCRadio.com

Loris, SC, November 12, 2008 - On Saturday, November 1, 2008 WLSCRadio.com fired up The Christmas Channel. The first song to play was Blue Christmas by Elvis Presley. WLSC owner Banana Jack Murphy says, "When you're a small town radio station, you occasionally have to shake things up a little bit. As far as I know, WLSC is the first radio station in the area to play Christmas music."

WLSC AM 1240 which is located at the busy intersection of Main Street and Broad Street in downtown Loris appears to be ready for Santa. In addition to playing Christmas music, the station is already decorated for the holidays. "Folks driving through town were giving me strange looks as they saw me decorating a Christmas tree on the day after Halloween." says Murphy. He adds, "Christmas is my favorite time of the year. I just couldn't wait any longer. Some folks are saying this might be a rotten Christmas because of the economy. I say Bah-Humbug! to that. If we can get a few more folks in the spirit a little earlier this year then who knows what might happen. I'm an eternal optimist."

For now, when you listen to AM 1240 WLSC you'll have to settle for an occasional holiday song, but it's non-stop Christmas on the station's website, www.WLSCRadio.com. Banana Jack says, "We give visitors to our website the option of listening to our regular programming on Channel One or they can get a head start on the holidays with our sceond audio channel, The Christmas Channel. It's non-stop Christmas 24 hours a day, 7 days a week." As it get closer to Christmas, Murphy says WLSC will broadcast even more holiday music. In addition to holiday music, WLSC and The Christmas Channel will feature holidays specials and old radio shows with a Christmas theme. Some of the old radio shows include Jack Benny, Burns and Allen, Duffy's Tavern and Dragnet.

Folks visiting the stations website, www.WLSCRadio.com will also find there's a lot more to do at The Christmas Channel than just listen to Christmas carols. One unique feature is the Santa Fone. Children are able to talk to Santa by clicking on the Santa Fone. Murphy is really excited about this feature on the website and proudly declares, "My 3 year old son inspired me to create Santa Fone. He's been asking me for months, over and over, when Santa Claus was coming. After awhile, I told him, I'm going to have to get Santa to call you himself....Hey, wait a second. Who wouldn't want to get a phone call from Santa Claus? So, the next thing you know, we got the ball rolling and created Santa Fone.com." Children will also be able to track Santa as he prepares for his journey on Christmas Eve. You can even see what the weather is like at the North Pole and at Santa Claus, Indiana too. Visitors can also check the holiday calendar for parades, concerts and other events. The website even features holiday stories, recipes and more.

Banana Jack adds, "If you're not in the Christmas spirit now you will be after visiting the Christmas Channel. If you need a little Ho! Ho! Ho! then Go! Go! Go! to WLSCRadio.com and visit The Christmas Channel."

WLSC AM 1240 and WLSCRadio.com are owned and operated by Banana Jack Murphy Productions LLC, which was formed in 2007 by broadcast personality Banana Jack and his wife Barb Krumm. WLSC broadcasts from downtown Loris, SC and features country, bluegrass and gospel music plus local and regional sports and entertainment programming. Banana Jack Murphy Productions LLC is also producing the soon to be syndicated radio program, Bluegrass on the Corner.

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WLSC Celebrates 70th Anniversary of War of the Worlds Broadcast

2008-10-13T08:38:00.000-04:00

For Immediate Release:

Contact:
Banana Jack Murphy
WLSC Radio
843.756.1183
843.222.4652
843.756.0548 fax
info@wlscradio.com
www.wlscradio.com

WLSC Celebrates 70th Anniversary of War of the Worlds Broadcast

Loris, SC, October 13, 2008 - On Thursday, October 30th at 9:00 PM, WLSC AM 1240 & WLSCRadio.com invite you to dim the lights and turn up your radio or computer speakers. Gather your family and relive one of the most spectacular radio moments during the Twentieth Century. "If you're not careful, your imagination could get the best of you.", says station owner, Banana Jack Murphy. " WLSC is going to rebroadcast one of the most well known radio events on the day it happened. How cool is that?", adds Murphy, a 27 year broadcast veteran. War of the Worlds was first broadcast on October 30, 1938. The radio drama was written and produced by The Mercury Theatre on the Air. Orson Welles and his co-writer Howard Koch are credited with creating a radio drama that scared a nation.

How did Welles and his colleagues rattle an entire country? "Perhaps, it was the style of the program.", says Murphy. The drama starts off as a regular music broadcast. As listeners were tuning in for orchestra music, the radio program was interrupted by late breaking news reports of alien attacks from real name locations. Banana Jack adds, "What these guys did is incredible. You have to remember this was 70 years ago. If I was around back then, it might have fooled me too." Since The Mercury Theatre ran without commercial breaks, the dramatic effect was intensified during the original 60 minute broadcast. The effect was also compounded by many folks who tuned in late. It's estimated that a majority of listeners did just that and thus missed Orson Welles' introduction which explained that what was to follow was merely a dramatization. "Don't tune in late or you might get tricked too.”, says Banana Jack.

WLSC AM 1240 and WLSCRadio.com are proud to present without commercial interruption, the original Mercury Theatre presentation on Thursday, October 30, 2008 starting at 9:00 PM. Seventy years to the day that our nation was gripped by fear. Although mass panic is not expected, the masses can tune in around the world and hear this historical rebroadcast at www.wlscradio.com.

Following the War of the Worlds rebroadcast, listeners will also be able to enjoy a special presentation of Old Radio Theatre which will follow at 10:00 PM.

WLSC AM 1240 and WLSCRadio.com are owned and operated by Banana Jack Murphy Productions LLC, which was formed in 2007 by broadcast personality Banana Jack and his wife Barb Krumm. WLSC broadcasts from downtown Loris, SC and features country, bluegrass and gospel music plus local and regional sports and entertainment programming. Banana Jack Murphy Productions LLC is also producing the soon to be syndicated radio program, Bluegrass on the Corner.

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The Best of Banana Jack to Air Daily on WLSC & WLSCRadio.com

2008-09-13T13:13:00.002-04:00

A few months ago, I started referring to AM 1240 WLSC as "The Banana Channel". On Friday, September 12, 2008, we did a soft launch of what I had envisioned.

Too often, folks ask me whatever happened to Harold Dean or Leon Frazier or Claude & Earl? These are just a few of the wacky characters that were a part of my radio show during my many years at WKZQ 101.7 and Wave 104.1 (WYAV).

Well, the answer is...They're Back!

Monday through Friday, starting at 6:00 AM and continuing through 4:00 PM, listeners to AM 1240 WLSC and WLSCRadio.com can relive some of those hilarious moments from days gone by. It was actually fun going through the countless hours of tape and cds and mini-discs to put together the collection of audio goodies that we'll be serving up on the radio. It's really the best of my stuff. (I'll even be spotlighting material from my early days in radio up in North Carolina before I became Banana Jack.

There's a whole lot of stuff that I've saved through the years. I was actually surprised at the number of song parodies that I recorded over the years. There's also bogus commercials and celebrity impersonations. I've done my fair share of celebrity interviews through the years as well. It's all going to be included.

Archiving the material and preparing it for broadcast is an on going process. I've only scratched the surface, but if you ever wondered why I was calling our little radio station, "The Banana Channel", tune in and find out.

Those classic episodes of Leave it to Beaver are coming. Mr. Know-It-All, David Del Rancho, Mr. Roberts and even more of those wacky songs are on the way.

Now, for those who'd worry that I'm shaking things up at AM 1240, I assure you that we're still committed to being a full service station for Loris. We're simply building on the foundation of WLSC and expanding the audience. Thanks to the world wide web, we're only limited by our imagination and creativity.

Thanks to everyone for checking out "that little station in Loris."

You won't believe what we're up to next. It's BIG!

Stay tuned!

WLSC and WLSCRadio.com to Provide Hanna Coverage

2008-09-05T17:06:00.001-04:00

WLSC Radio in Loris, SC to Provide "Hanna" Coverage

AM 1240 WLSC will be providing coverage of Tropical Storm Hanna throughout the weekend. In addition to broadcasting on AM 1240, listeners can also tune into the station on the world wide web. WLSC, owned by Banana Jack Murphy Productions LLC will be providing three seperate channels of audio on www.wlscradio.com.

Channel One is the live radio broadcast of WLSC. Jack Murphy and Bob Scarborough will be providing updates throughout the night live from locations along the Grand Strand.

Channel Two features closings, cancellations and shelter information.

Channel Three features NOAA Weather Radio from the National Weather Service.

Banana Jack for President Is Sweeping The Internet

2008-08-27T17:25:00.003-04:00

Man, you can see and hear just about everything on the web these days. I got an e-mail tipping me off that there is a grass roots movement involving me. Can you believe that there are some folks who would actually want me to be president?

Before you answer that, check out the following link.....

Click Here

Honestly, there are some folks with too much time on their hands. I must admit that this is one of the more interesting internet hoaxes. Trust me, I have no desire to be President. Well, maybe just for a day.

Hhhmmm. Wait a second. Maybe. No. Yes. Heck, I wouldn't last long as President anyway. My approach to government is...........

I'll save my opinions for when I'm actually a candidate.

If you don't get it, you don't know JACK!

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Bluegrass on the Corner Radio Show Set For Syndication in Early 2009

2008-08-25T16:26:00.000-04:00

It's one thing to say that you're going to syndicate a program to radio stations across the country. It's another thing to actually do it. Nonetheless, production has started on Bluegrass on the Corner.

The syndicated version of Bluegrass on the Corner will debut as a one hour program in early 2009. Plans are already underway to expand the show to a two hour broadcast, but I want to see how the marketplace responds to our little bluegrass show first.

It's been a dream of mine for quite sometime to produce a radio show that originates from the Myrtle Beach area. Who knew that bluegrass would be the vehicle that got us there?

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WLSC and Banana Jack Featured in "Living in South Carolina" Magazine

2008-08-19T10:50:00.002-04:00

Reporter Walter Allread did an excellent job telling the story of Banana Jack's acquisition of WLSC radio in Loris. Check out the article here.

http://www.horryelectric.com/images/horry/Proof_Horry_08-08.pdf

Living in South Carolina magazine is published monthly for co-op members of The Electric Cooperatives of South Carolina Inc. The publication goes out to more than 490,000 homes and businesses in South Carolina.

Green Sea Floyds High School Football Kicks Off Season on WLSCRadio.com

2008-08-12T11:04:00.002-04:00

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Green Sea Floyds High School Football Kicks Off Season on WLSCRadio.com

Loris, SC, August 12, 2008

Trojan football is on the air! On August 22nd, for the first time ever, fans of Green Sea Floyds High School football will be able to enjoy the play-by-play action of the Trojans broadcast on WLSCRadio.com and also on AM 1240 WLSC. "Our game plan is simple.", says station owner, Banana Jack Murphy. "We're going to broadcast Green Sea Floyds football live on the internet every Friday night. On Saturday mornings, we'll rebroadcast the game on AM 1240 WLSC and also again on WLSCRadio.com."

The play-by-play duties will be handled by Garry Griffith, the former voice of the Myrtle Beach Pelicans. Most recently, Griffith has been behind the microphone in Montana as the voice of the Great Falls Voyagers, a minor league affiliate of the Chicago White Sox. "We're really thrilled to have someone of Griffith's caliber invloved with our latest broadcast venture." says, Banana Jack. "There's just one catch, Griffith will not be in the broadcast booth for the inaugural broadcast." As Green Sea Floyds kicks off the new season against East Bladen, Griffith will still be calling balls and strikes for the Voyagers as they wrap up the regular season in the Pioneer League, so WLSC has implemented plan B.

Lee Camp, who has enjoyed a long career in broadcast television, most recently at WPDE-TV 15 will be in the press box substituting for Griffith on August 22, 2008. Murphy says, "Lee is a real football fan. He's been behind the scenes at many football games. He's been in the booth and down on the sidelines. He's done it all including play-by-play. WLSC is fortunate to have Lee on board as our backup quarterback."

Bob Scarborough, one of the owners of Waccamaw Media Inc. will also provide technical assistance throughout the season for WLSCRadio.com. Scarborough and Murphy have worked together on several broadcast and internet projects for nearly 20 years. Banana Jack adds, "It just wouldn't feel right if Bob wasn't involved in some manner. He and I share a passion for community broadcasting."

During the season, coverage of Green Sea Floyds High School football will begin at 6:30 pm on WLSCRadio.com. AM 1240 WLSC will also rebroadcast the games the following Saturday morning starting at 9:00 AM.

In addition to broadcasting Green Sea Floyds High School football on WLSCRadio.com, listeners can also catch Loris Lions football. WLSC has broadcast Lions football for 23 years. Glenn Hardee and Mike Suggs, owners of Loris Broadcasting Inc. recently signed an agreement with WLSC which guarantees Loris Lions will be heard on AM 1240 WLSC for the next two seasons. "Glenn and Mike have been part of this community for years. They are synonymous with Loris Lions football.", says Murphy. He adds, "We're delighted that the Lions are returning to WLSC again this season."

During the season, coverage of Lions football starts on AM 1240 WLSC at 6:00 PM with a pre-game show and kick-off at 7:00 PM. Listeners can also tune in to Loris Lions football at WLSC Radio.com. "I think fans will really appreciate being able to follow both Loris and Green Sea games at once on our website. This is just another example of how we have raised the bar on community broadcasting and we're just getting started."

For more information on Green Sea Floyds High School football or any of the other programming on AM 1240 WLSC or WLSCRadio.com, contact Banana Jack Murphy at 843.222.4652 or visit www.wlscradio.com.

WLSC AM 1240 signed on in 1958 . The radio station is currently owned and operated by veteran personality Banana Jack Murphy and his wife Barb Krumm. The couple formed a new company, Banana Jack Murphy Productions LLC and purchased WLSC last fall. Banana Jack Murphy took over day to day operations of WLSC on December 1, 2007. The new WLSC studios are located at the intersection of Main Street and Broad Street in downtown Loris. WLSC broadcasts 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on AM 1240 and online at WLSCRadio.com.

Listeners can catch The Banana Jack Murphy Show weekdays from 6:00 AM until 10:00 AM. Banana Jack also produces and hosts Bluegrass on the Corner which airs at Noon every weekday.

A Day At The Sumter Opera House

2008-07-25T04:00:00.000-04:00

Guess who spent the day in Sumter, SC emceeing a couple of episodes of Bluegrass Express on SC ETV?

You can catch the broadcasts anywhere in South Carolina in the coming weeks. Check out SC ETV for more details.

The Morris Brothers and The Subject to Change Band were featured in two upcoming episodes of Bluegrass Express, which airs Saturday nights at 8:00 PM.

A Big Thanks to The Rivertown Bluegrass Society for allowing me to be part of the broadcast.

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The Loris Times Spotlights WLSC's Summer Sizzle Sale

2008-07-17T15:51:00.000-04:00

The Loris Times was kid enough to feature WLSC in a front page story. Greta Burroughs, the author of the story, did a fine job explaining the details of The Summer Sizzle Sale in progress right now.

There's no doubt about it, WLSC is doing it's part to help stimulate the economy in downtown Loris. Grab a copy of The Loris Times for the complete story.

For now, I'd recommend visiting the merchants involved in WLSC's latest promotion. You can save a lot of money by shopping in Loris and you can even win cool prizes from participating merchants through July 31st.

Thanks Greta

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