Year: 2014
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You Say You Want A Revolution…
In July 1966 C-FUN was getting heavy competition from crosstown Top 40 rival CKLG. As Program Manager of C-FUN I had to come up with an “edge” so we created The C-FUN Revolution. First we papered the town with these flyers stating that the Revolution was on its way: The formal announcements leading up to…
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Bill Stephenson, Broadcast Legend
Bill Stephenson was one of the most talented radio broadcasters ever. His diction and delivery were near perfect. I first met him in the Spring of 1957 when joining the crew at CKWX. Bill hired a young kid from Vancouver Island, Jim Robson, and they were the mainstays of the sports department at the station. My best recollections…
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Reditorial: The Future Of Radio
The recent retirements of CKNW talkers Philip Till and Bill Good raises the question: where are radio’s up and coming young stars? I was asked to talk at the conclusion of another successful night at the Arts Club Theatre production of Red Rock Diner about radio today. I said if I was a young man today…
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Paul Horn, 1930-2014
Paul Horn, who played behind some of this century’s musical giants, has died at 84. He played alongside Frank Sinatra, and knew the Beatles. Paul was born in New York. He was a star on flute, clarinet and saxophone. A triple threat you might say. A 1969 tour with folk singer Donovan brought Paul to…
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Red Rock Diner: Jerry Loves Connie
Red Rock Diner is up and running at the Arts Club Theatre with a wonderful cast of actors and musicians. Some who have attended have returned for a second time. Neil Minor plays the role of yours truly and is remarkable. Zack Stephenson plays the lead rocker and as usual his great talent makes things…
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Get Well Soon, Steve Vrlak!
For 15 years Steve Vrlak (center) and I were partners in our own advertising agency, Vrlak Robinson Hayhurst. I left the company in 1989, selling all my shares and “retiring”. Steve and I however have remained good friends all these years. He was the best partner a man could have. He has not enjoyed good…
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Radio Loses A Legend: Casey Kasem
Sad news for radio listeners when one of the best passes away. Casey Kasem was host of American Top 40, one of the most popular syndicated radio series in history. AT40 was heard worldwide and we all waited for the weekly countdown of hits. Casey had a warm, friendly approach to it all and it…
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Sounds Good To Me!
Innovative Audio’s Gordon Sauck bought my customized recording studio when the theatre which once bore my name changed the marquee. It now resides in its new home at Innovative Audio, 204-13255 78 Avenue in Surrey. In this photo with me, some incredible audio experts: Bob Carver, Gordon Sauck, and special audio guest Brent Butterworth. This…
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Celebrating The Arts Club
It was my pleasure to toast Bill Millerd and the Arts Club Theatre on the occasion of the theatre’s 50th anniversary. Highlights from some of their productions over the years were featured on the Main Stage for all to enjoy and reminisce. Congratulations to Bill for 50 incredible years of true theatre. Some of the names…
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Surprise At Graceland!
The header image on the current Graceland newsletter is a real treat. Here I am pictured with Elvis at the 1957 Vancouver press conference. In the background is Marke Raines, a CKNW newsman and later a member of parliament. Way in the background is Frosty Forst. Victoria deejay Norm Pringle is to my right. Also pictured is…