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Morning host Dave Thomson exits CBS Radio AC KYMX (Mix 96)/Sacramento after 14 years at the station, due to budget cuts.

The saga of Ferris O'Brien's Spy Radio continues, as the online-only Modern Rock station will soon be heard weeknights on NPR affiliate KOSU in Oklahoma City, Tulsa and Stillwater. The content partnership begins next Monday, August 20. "The Spy has done a tremendous job of tapping into the pulse of the community to provide a vibrant venue for music genres that are completely underserved in our state," said Kelly Burley, KOSU Director. "Through our partnership, we look forward to amplifying what The Spy does best as we create more uniquely Oklahoma experiences for public radio listeners." More information can be found at www.kosu.org.

Adult Hits WQJK/Knoxville becomes CHR as 95.7 Power-FM under the programming direction of Randy Chambers, who also handles PD duties at sister Classic Rocker WIMZ.

Republic Records remains a leader at the Modern Rock and Active Rock formats, as the label has scored its fifth #1 of 2012 with a new artist at the format. This week, Alex Claire's platinum-selling anthem "Too Close" hit #1 at the Modern Rock format. Previously, the label has seen the same accomplishment from Gotye's multi-platinum smash "Somebody That I Used To Know", Of Monsters And Men's "Little Talks" and both Volbeat’s "A Warrior’s Call" and "Still Counting."
     CEO/President Monte Lipman comments, "Each of these artists crafted phenomenal songs that demand the world's attention. It's because of the strength of their vision and the tracks themselves that so many people are paying attention. There's nothing more exciting than watching new talent grow and be received so warmly. It also provides the foundation for wonderful careers."
     Republic Records EVP of Promotion and Artist Development Joel Klaiman adds, "Alternative and Active Rock Radio have been such a great partners to us and we appreciate all the support. We couldn’t be happier for these four acts. I also have to congratulate Dennis Blair, Vice President of Alternative and Active Rock Formats and my staff on a job well done!"

Beasley Broadcast Group announces it has finalized the acquisition of 105.7 The Oasis KOAS-FM in Las Vegas from GGB Las Vegas, LLC. An agreement to manage, with an option to purchase, both KOAS-FM and KVGS-FM was announced in May of 2010. With the KOAS-FM purchase now complete, Beasley Broadcast continues managing KVGS-FM and the option to purchase the station remains in effect.

Modern Rock KFMA/Tucson announces its 2012 Fall Ball, featuring The Offspring, Hollywood Undead, Corey Taylor of Slipknot, Switchfoot, Everlast, All That Remains, Kottonmouth Kings and The Wombats. The show is set for Sunday, September 30 at Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium.

Rock WJRR/Orlando will hold its first Halloweenie Roast on Friday, October 26 at Tinker Field. Headlined by Rob Zombie and Marilyn Manson, the bill also includes J-Devil (aka KoRn's Jonathon Davis), All That Remains, Machinehead, In This Moment and Royal Bliss.

VEVO launched today in Brazil, with the digital music video service now offering music videos, concerts and original music programming to Brazilian viewers. Available in Brazil since 2011 through syndication partner YouTube, the full VEVO platform, including VEVO.com and free apps for smartphones and iPad will now be available locally (VEVO will be available on the mobile web and Xbox later this month).

Spotify has added a thumbs up/thumbs down option to its desktop player, allowing users to give feedback on songs.

Debbie Greenbaum joins WYM Media Management LLC (WYM) as co-founder, managing partner with Ron Hartenbaum and Liz Laud. Greenbaum's business, DG Media will merge into WYM as part of its strategic business expansion into providing comprehensive affiliate sales and marketing for all radio formats.