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!
Wednesday, May 27, 2009
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
Q ROCK RADIO.com, Always Rockin'!
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
-END-
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
-END-
Monday, May 18, 2009
WLSC & The Bargain Barn Join Half Off America
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!
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!
Friday, May 15, 2009
The Bargain Barn Radio Network is Moving to a New Time
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.
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.
Monday, May 4, 2009
WLSC to broadcast at Bluegrass on the Waccamaw
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.
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.
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