BBC Radio 3 has relegated one of its best presenters to the afternoon graveyard slot with this statement:Ian Skelly joins Afternoon Concert from 12th April. Allied changed the old FM Premier service to Radio Mercury and the County Sound name was used for the AM services but wasnt really like the original County Sound at all. Radio 2's multi-generational appeal serves a 35+ audience, a target which hasn't changed in decades, and we are proud to feature the best music from the 60s to the present day, which is key to the station's continued success.". pic.twitter.com/Mp1MFejaIQ, Tom Campbell (@TomCampbell) August 28, 2020, I've worked in radio almost 38 yrs. Head to our Facebook page @EntertainmentDailyFix and let us know! In one sense it IS about gender and age. BRING BACK THE REGIONAL PRESENTERS! He said: This kind of erosion of local independent broadcasting, with stationsassimilated into larger groups, means they losetheir distinctive and important voice. The BBC 5 Live presenter was accused of mocking the duchess's racial heritage. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads. New mum Stacey Solomon given huge boost amid intense backlash and complaints from fans, Monty Don delights Twitter fans with double batch of exciting news, Katie Prices horrified ex Kieran Hayler shares health fears for daughter Bunny, Jeremy Kyle guest Mad Dog Deon dies aged 40 as tributes pour in, Stephen Bear sentence: Reality star issues bizarre statement as judge hands him 21 months in jail, Gogglebox star brands show pantomime behind the scenes as she reveals shock secrets about tense filming. I've been VERY lucky. You dont need a cut crystal accent explaining dodecaphonic construction at 09:15, you need good music and entertaining but intelligent chat. That belonged on the old Third Programme. Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. Some of the other early 6 Music presenters; Jane Gazzo must've gone back to Oz where I wish the 'Queens of Noise' hopefully went. The company that owns Capital, Smooth and Heart radio stations has announced it will network all shows, meaning a cull in regionalised radio. The resulting show was a disaster, and Mayo left for Bauer, where he currently presents on Greatest Hits Radio. Georgia Mann knows that less is more, and will ensure I dont switch off in the mornings, as I frequently do when Skelly gets on my nerves. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. "I spoke to a well-known BBC radio presenter recently, who was offered a lot of money to join a rival. Eagle FM owner John Walenga will talk about the idea of Eagle TV at 09h00 on 30 April 2020. Simon Mayo described it as an "annual turkey shoot", while Graham Norton said it was "not comfortable and not nice". O dear whenever Georgia Mann is on I miss Ian Skelly even more! And yet, it is hard to pinpoint a single driving force behind the recent exodus, because there's a whole host of reasons for it. The Local Radio Company then sold Fire 107.6 to Westward Broadcasting in June 2009. A rare real natural, warmly engaging with his audience as if chatting one-to-one. I wish presenters would stop mumbling into the microphone and speak clearly- those who drop their voices at the end of sentences are especially irritating as are those who speak intimately as though the listener is next to them in the same room. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". COME BACK IAN, WE ALL MISS YOU! Read about our approach to external linking. The login page will open in a new tab. Eagle Radio was finally rebranded to Greatest Hits Radio at 6:00am on 1 September 2020. Sam FM, which currently has its own local daytime lineup including Kam Kelly, Mark Franklin and Downsy, will take the network shows outside of Drive. What a horrible and mean spirited person you must be. They made everyones mornings brighter and they are now out of jobs! The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". Living-Candle-2934 1 mo. And while GB News has attracted and retained some top talent, such as Eamonn Holmes, former BBC presenters Andrew Neil and Simon McCoy did not stay for long. These cases will run on a No Win No Fee basis so if you win your case, well charge you 25% of your compensation. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Georgia is a hugely experienced R3 presenter and producer who will bring a range of cultural knowledge to the morning schedules, while Ian will bring his proven skills to the important afternoon sequence.. He will now be buried in a post-lunch snooze. Great team.. Kam is a Presenter at Greatest Hits Radio Swindon. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent. Lets not beat about the bush, its about sex and age. Kanter suggests: "What we're going to see increasingly, I think, is the BBC effectively hiding salaries through its commercial division or independent production companies. Simon Mayo. Read more: Gemma Collins turns to Kim K as she starts surrogacy process, One said: Ive listened to Invicta/Heart radio for years, especially the breakfast show, James and his sidekicks have kept me in stitches on my drive to work. Sam FM, which currently has its own local daytime presenters including Kam Kelly, Mark Franklin and Downsy, will take the network shows outside of Drive. Otherwise known as A Job In The Real World!. Cookies are also used for Google Ads personalisation. You can listen to his last link from Aircheck Downloads: New audio What an achievement. Thank you for listening! It does not store any personal data. Roger Bolton was recently dropped from Radio 4's Feedback, to listeners' (and his own) disappointment. Maybe Georgia went to the Clemmy Burton-Hill school of presentation? Both stations will continue to provide local news, information, traffic and travel as well as work with Bauer charity, Cash for Kids. ", Radio host says BBC is spooked over young audience, Anger as presenter removed from Radio 4 show, Steve Wright to leave Radio 2 afternoon show, Paul O'Grady signs off final Radio 2 show, Vanessa Feltz ends two decades at BBC Radio London, Kermode and Mayo's 5 Live film show to end, Graham Norton bids emotional farewell to Radio 2, Bakhmut attacks still being repelled, says Ukraine, Saving Private Ryan actor Tom Sizemore dies at 61, US lawyer jailed for murdering wife and son, The children left behind in Cuba's mass exodus, Xi Jinping is unveiling a new deputy - why it matters, Snow, Fire and Lights: Photos of the Week. When Chris Evans swapped Radio 2 for Virgin, he went from having around nine million listeners to around one million. The shadow culture minister, Chris Matheson, raised concerns about the decision. hey ho. Kam has been a Presenter at Atmosphere. It is such a shame. We started highlighting some of the tributes but wed end up missing more than wed feature. So Ian Skelly, a gentle, informed and subtly humorous presence, falls victim to the Radio 3 cult of the presenter. But what is behind the current raft of departures? The whole demeanour of R3 is unfortunately changing, with more rubbish programmes being added, such as Piano Flow, Classical Fix, and Gameplay with Baby Queen. Over the next five years, she went from nights to mornings to middays before claiming mornings for good in 2013. . @PGcomms says goodbye to @eagleradio after almost 25 years on breakfast (Aug 7th 2020). This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. Meanwhile, Suzi Klein has reined-in her previously proving-her-worth stance and matured into one of the stations best presenters. Like one comment above, the wife who cant stand G Manns voice, I am in that camp. Eagle Radio was finally rebranded to Greatest Hits Radio at 6:00am on 1 September 2020. ?And SHAME on soulless companies like @BauerMedia with NO interest in LOCAL radio. Where are greatest hits radio . 2023 BBC. Addressing Radio 2 listeners in the Radio Times, former BBC producer Trevor Dann said: "If you're seething about the high-handed way the bosses are treating you, don't bother writing to complain, because they don't care what you think. Add your comment below. She will continue to present live events, including the Proms. Scull served as APD/MD/afternoon host from 1994 until the stations 2004 flip to Soft AC. https://t.co/RJvtnMce6n, Graham Wright (@RadioGraham) August 28, 2020. Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. Weve seen many messages on social media from presenters and listeners marking the day, too many to list in one article. This cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. I, like many others, will no longer listen to the Radio 3 morning slot because it has become just another DJ focused station (like Classic FM) void of any interaction with Radio 3 listeners. i feel sorry for the loyal Eagle presenters if they are passed over for complete idiots like alex lester! Replacing someone audiences love is difficult, for the presenter as much as fans. PLEASE admit it was wrong to lose the local side to Heart!! I wouldnt be where I am today without Signal107. EastEnders spoilers: Stacey goes to extreme lengths to provide for her family, Emmerdale spoilers: Soap first for Emmerdale as an all-male episode sees the villagers sharing their darkest secrets. When presenter left LBC and his statement following immediate exit. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously. YEA Networks Joins Arc Software For Affiliate Research, Maintenance. Kam has been a Presenter at Sam FM (Thames Valley) since 9 September 2019. Both have left their BBC radio jobs in recent years. Very knowledgable, experienced and skilled at delivering appropriate anecdotes occasionally a delightful personal one with charm and wit. Feltz, for example, moved to the recently-launched Talk TV, while the huge investment in podcasts has seen Maitlis, Sopel and Radio 1's Chris Stark move to Global. Such a shame to treat him like this. That's how the conveyer belt of talent works. Georgia Mann has been making arts programmes at the BBC since 2008. Getting impartiality right can be tricky - people on both sides of the political divide regularly complain the corporation is biased in favour of the other. Surrey and Cornwall have BBC, D1 and SD available on digital.. doom laden colleague who sounds as bored presenting as I am listening to her. Ms Mann seems to be a pleasant and reasonably knowledgeable presenter certainly but Ian Skelly has that certain je ne sais quoi that raises his presenting to a higher level. What do you think of the decision to axe the local breakfast shows and replace them with Amanda and Jamie from London? Its been downhill since the departure of Rob Cowan. Thank God for the CD player. If youd like to join in, please sign in or register. On Wednesday, March 1, Gracie used her social media accounts to inform her followers about the layoff. The County Sound network joined forces with Radio Mercury in 1991 to form Allied Radio. "Each one will be unique to the individual, but broadly speaking, there's a handful of reasons people are making the choice to leave," says Jake Kanter, media correspondent for the Times. Prince Harry and Meghan to be dealt fresh monetary punishment thatll hurt? The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance". #aircheck #radio pic.twitter.com/Z61jm2gluE, New audio @dickydodd at Signal 107 North Worcestershire (Aug 28th 2020).#aircheck #radio pic.twitter.com/3XVq5Hhb4o. "It's important to remember that because of progressive government cuts since 2010, the BBC has suffered a 30% cut in revenue," says Prof Barnett. What is it like to be a Classic FM presenter? Select your subscription length below and head to the checkout: Please log in again. Like his eponymous character, Cronauer was a radio presenter in Saigon in 1965 and 1966 known best for his enthusiastic early morning greeting and penchant for playing rock'n'roll tunes to raise . He joins a presenting line up including Penny Gore, Tom McKinney, and Fiona Talkington. Mann/Klein Auditions are clearly not behind a screen. Combining stations into national outlets has generally been a success when it comes to boosting listenership, although it usually comes at the expense of hearing regional accents on air and substantially reduces the number of media jobs outside London. Im currently listening to IS and realise that I shall miss his positive but unobtrusive manner. Now it's a great big fat frightened rat. ", The BBC's director-general Tim Davie has said: "Trust in our impartiality is not a nice to have, it is the very essence of who we are. Following the recapitalisation of Slater & Gordon Limited in December 2017, the UK firm is owned and operated separately and is no longer part of the Slater and Gordon Limited group of companies. Listeners have been writing in anger to Slippedisc and other outlets. How someone with a borderline speech defect gets to be a radio presenter is a mystery to me. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. Based in Guildford in the Guildford College campus, Eagle Radio was part of the UKRD Group of radio stations. All rights reserved. Another said they thought their local presenters are so much better than Amanda and Jamie, while most agreed that they will not listen again. See more on our Privacy page. Bauer would not comment on the number of jobs that would be affected by the decision, although the industry news site Radio Today estimated about 160 of the 200 on-air presenters across the stations were facing redundancy, without taking into account off-air support staff and producers. Jon Gaunt. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other. 2023 Hearst UK is the trading name of the National Magazine Company Ltd, 30 Panton Street, Leicester Square, London, SW1Y 4AJ. The current Fire Radio breakfast presenters Max and Jason will move over to Hits Radio - Bristol and the South West (formerly Sam FM) to present drivetime, while Jono Holmes will start a new drivetime show on Hits Radio - Bournemouth and Poole. This time, Bauer incorporate more of their new acquisitions into their branded world after a journey which, thanks to the competition authorities, has been more protracted than any sane person would have wished. Alan Davey, Controller, BBC Radio 3 says: We wanted to make the most of two much-loved voices on Radio 3 and refresh the daytime schedule. Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet. My time there from 2011 to 2014 was full of hard graft and too many laughs to count. It's tough. Another said: Loving you guys already. Sorry, but this is BS. I note that R3 has been trumpeting the return of Clemmy Burton-Hill in the way it used to promote Katie Derham. Copyright All rights reserved. Whichever way you look at it, its just more of the same. Let's dive into our overview of sacked talkSPORT presenters. ?Good luck @RobPersani in whatever you do next.??? So radio historian David Lloyd has created an audio montage to remember just some of those presenters moving on before being replaced by a national breakfast show: David Lloyd writes: 2020 and. . ALL ACCESS has learned that CINDY SCULL has departed iHEARTMEDIA's Rock KEGL (97.1 THE EAGLE)/DALLAS - FORT WORTH after 27 years with the station. On 27 May 2020 it was announced that Eagle Radio will become Greatest Hits Radio from early September 2020. Maitlis, meanwhile, was told off for impartiality breaches during her time at the corporation. Sam FM. She then hosted middays at sister Classic Rock KZPS (LONESTAR 92.5)/DALLAS - FORT WORTH and Cumulus Classic Rock KDBN (93.3 The Bone)/DALLAS - FORT WORTH. Skelly is the urbane co-presenter of Radio 3s mid-morning weekday show. #Radio pic.twitter.com/BuiF1V3Lx0, Ben Norris (@Benjfnorris) August 28, 2020, When I first started visiting Salisbury in 1999 and was told that the city had it's own radio station, I said "what, little Salisbury?! The cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional". So we loose Ian Skelly and retain his week and week about Audio: Radio presenters say goodbye before GHR arrives. The station takes the national networked breakfast show from Hits Radio UK hosted by Fleur East, James Barr & Matt weekdays from 6am-10am. Mark is here every weekday with the Top 10 at 10 and every weekend with The Smash Hits Chart Show. Be strong & be proud of what you achieved x, Carlos (@carlosradioguy) August 28, 2020, New audio @NickHancock and @willsmithyorks at Stray FM Harrogate (Aug 28th 2020). Carlos joined Smooth Radio in September 2007. Eagle Radio breakfast presenter Peter Gordon has signed off for the last time, ahead of the stations rebrand to Greatest Hits Radio in a few weeks time. "But there are lots of other tensions at play," Kanter continues.