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R&R Convention 2009
Sheraton Philadelphia City Center Hotel • September 23-25, 2009
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Attracting the top broadcast and recording-industry executives from around the country, the R&R Convention is recognized as the premier annual conference for the radio and record industries. In 2009 the R&R Convention will be co-located with the NAB Radio Show at the Sheraton Philadelphia City Center Hotel and the Pennsylvania Convention Center.
In the past, the R&R Convention has featured many luminaries as keynote speakers, including President Bill Clinton; General Norman Schwarzkopf; "America's Mayor" Rudy Giuliani; and recording-industry legend Clive Davis, as well as such superstar entertainers as the Eagles, Stevie Wonder, John Mellencamp, Christina Aguilera, the Allman Brothers Band, Moby, Stevie Nicks, Shelby Lynne, Aerosmith's Steven Tyler and Tom Hamilton, David Foster, the Guess Who, Bowling For Soup, Duran Duran's Simon LeBon and John Taylor, Alicia Keys and many more.
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WEDNESDAY: SEPTEMBER 23, 2009
9am-7pm
REGISTRATION OPEN
11am-12pm
MULTI-FORMAT
PPM FOR RADIO
12-1pm
MULTI-FORMAT
PPM FOR LABELS
2-3:15pm
COUNTRY
BORDER PATROL
Country radio is seeing more programmers from pop formats assuming PD chores. What, if any, are the ramifications? Will their previous background influence the sound of the format positively or negatively? Also, in the last 18 months, country has seen artists from other formats try to expand their careers by making a country album. Why are some rejected by fans and programmers (Jessica Simpson) and others embraced (Darius Rucker)? And how do others successfully straddle two formats (Kid Rock)? Is the infiltration of non-country programmers and artists good or bad for country radio?
MULTI-FORMAT
PERFORMANCE RIGHTS
2-5pm
THE POWER OF URBAN RADIO FOR PROGRAMMERS
KIZART MEDIA PARTNERS
 Sherman Kizart brings his exclusive symposium, "The Power of Urban Radio" to the R&R Convention. These sessions will focus on topics relevant to today's urban radio programmers.
3:30-4:45pm
ALTERNATIVE
YOUR WEB SITE: WHAT'S NEXT?
Three industry experts will review the strengths and weaknesses of alternative station Web sites with the goal of determining if they match what consumers say they want.
5-7pm
OPENING COCKTAIL PARTY
10pm
CLUB R&R
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THURSDAY: SEPTEMBER 24, 2009
9am-5pm
REGISTRATION OPEN
10:30-11:45am
ACTIVE ROCK
MAXIMIZING THE RADIO AND RECORDS DIGITAL LINK
With radio and the labels working together, this session will investigate new strategies for radio station websites including better integration of new and core artists, ways to help newer artists have more imaging and support, and brainstorming ways for creating CD and download sales.
CHR - TOP 40 / HOT AC
PARDON THE INTERRUPTION
Marshaling the mighty forces of two of America's favorite formats, our crack team of talented programmers will rapidly tackle some of the biggest issues currently facing Top 40 and Hot AC -- and do it all in convenient 10-minute chunks as the clock ticks ominously, just like the ESPN show. It's Short-Attention Span Theater, ideally suited for busy radio and record people.
12-1:30pm
LUNCH
1:45-5pm
2-3:15pm
RHYTHMIC
MUSIC MEETING
Music is the bloodline of rhythmic radio, and programmers have figured out ways to introduce new music in compelling ways to their listeners both on-air and online. In addition to looking at the specialty programming, mix shows and blogs on station Web sites, this session will present detailed information on how these shows are actually performing under diary and PPM measurement.
MULTI-FORMAT
STREAMING ROYALTIES
3:30-4:45pm
MIX SHOW
LEGENDS
This session will feature some of the most prominent veteran mix show DJs who will speak about how this specialty programming has evolved as hip-hop has shifted from underground to mainstream during their time on the air. These mixers will also discuss the role mix shows should play today and disclose how they have remained relevant throughout the years.
10pm
CLUB R&R
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FRIDAY: SEPTEMBER 25, 2009
9am-12pm
REGISTRATION OPEN
10:30-11:45am
AC
YUP, AC STILL WORKS – JEALOUS?
This upper-demo champion has weathered just about every challenge that has been thrown at it over the years, from disco to "Desperate Housewives," and has never strayed from its core values and continues to thrive. Now, more than ever, we're sharing more artists and competing with other formats for Christmas music supremacy and general world domination. Help formulate our battle plan to keep AC on top.
GOSPEL
GOSPEL ON A HIGHER LEVEL
Ministry is in the music, but gospel music is crossing over to the masses as gospel radio competes daily to broaden its secular listenership. Gospel is growing in every way, and the panelists from the radio and record communities will explore new opportunities to excel with the music, in marketing, promotions and digitally. Gospel and radio are stronger than ever, and in this session attendees will walk away with concrete solutions on how to get gospel on a higher level.
12-1:30pm
RATE-A-RECORD* LUNCH
2-3:15pm
URBAN AC
From Top Dog to Underdog: Has PPM Killed Urban Radio?
As the PPM has become currency, urban-formatted stations have been among the hardest hit by the new methodology. Stations that were traditionally the highest rated in their respective markets are no longer in the top 10, but can urban radio rebound? This stellar lineup of programmers will discuss the impact the PPM has had on the stations they oversee and how they've modified their programming strategies in this new ratings era.
MULTI-FORMAT
YOUR ONLINE BRAND: FRIENDS, FOLLOWERS, READERS, LISTENERS AND VIEWERS
Add Facebook, Twitter and YouTube to text messaging, blogging and podcasting, and the idea of managing a talent's or station's online brand can be downright frightening. This panel of experts will help comb through the choices and provide practical suggestions to help focus online strategies for better results.
3:30-4:45pm
URBAN
URBAN TALENT SHOW
The lack of young talent is a concern shared among programmers from every format, and some believe that the truly talented individuals who are the stars of tomorrow are no longer seeking careers in radio. But they are still out there: off-the-radar part-timers ready for primetime and college radio personalities ready to be discovered. Anyone who's given up on the future talent of urban radio should come to this session and see what the future holds.
*Rate-A-Record is a service mark of dick clark productions
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Thursday: Sept. 24th
Friday: Sept. 25th
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At the first R&R Convention lunch on Sept. 17, noted financial guru and radio/TV personality Dave Ramsey invigorated the crowd with a rousing speech, in which he outlined his acronym for success: CAPP, which stands for creativity, activity, perception and people.
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Former rock star and current Clear Channel classic rock KUFX/San Jose morning show host Greg Kihn appeared at the Jacobs Media Summit 13 “President of Radio" session on Sept. 18. |
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David D. Oxenford, a partner at Washington, D.C.-based law firm Davis Wright Tremaine LLP, discussed the Performance Rights Act at a Sept. 19 session moderated by R&R’s Jeffrey Yorke.
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Greater Media active rock WMMR/Philadelphia PD Bill Weston, left, and Capitol Music Group VP of promotion Ray Gmeiner, right, took part in the active rock session titled "Localism: Can It Save Us?"
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Clear Channel urban AC KHHT (Hot 92.3)/Los Angeles PD R Dub!, left, and veteran programmer Cruze weighed in on the “Can Radio and Records Thrive Under Alternative Business Models?” panel at the R&R Convention.
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Following his speech at Sept. 17’s Convention lunch, radio/TV personality Dave Ramsey took a moment to hang with the R&R crew. Pictured here from left are R&R president/publisher Erica Farber, Ramsey, "The Dave Ramsey Show" executive VP Bill Hampton and R&R sales rep Meredith Hupp.
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Independent artist Sharmian kicked off the first of three Convention lunches with an interesting performance that included her single "I Drank Myself to Bed."
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Tim Sanders, former chief solutions officer at Yahoo!, shared research from his new book, “Saving The World At Work,” during the “Radio For Good: A Revolution” session on Sept. 17.
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Genuine Son rocked the R&R opening-night cocktail party as the industry enjoyed some good music, food and drinks. Lead singer Dave Ritz is seen here in full rock star mode, showering the crowd with his vocals.
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There were some serious poker players at R&R's World Poker Tour Texas Hold 'Em Party on the first night of R&R '08. While R&R's own news/talk/sports editor, Mike Stern, came in fourth (and won Miss Congeniality), Sovereign City Communications affiliate sales executive Adam Wilbur won the whole shebang. He's seen here grinning widely while surrounded by R&R top 40 editor Kevin Carter, left, and editorial director/associate publisher Cyndee Maxwell.
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A spirited discussion about turning sales bombs into on-air winners was on tap for the AC/hot AC session "Take Pig, Apply Lipstick." WTMX (101.9 the Mix)/Chicago PD Mary Ellen Kachinske, center, is seen here debating the topic, as KVIL/Dallas PD Kurt Johnson, left, and WRRM (Warm 98)/Cincinnati PD TJ Holland, right, look on.
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The popularity of the Texas music scene was discussed during the country format session, "Across The Country In 90 Minutes," which featured panelists George Couri of Triple 8 Management, left, Enzo Devincenzo of 377 Management, center, and Bob Mitchell of the Smith Music Group, right.
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Syndication One and KBFB (97.9 the Beat)/Dallas morning show host Rickey Smiley introduced the exclusive R&R premiere of "Soul Men." He was also the recipient of the 2008 R&R Industry Achievement Award for Urban Personality of the Year.
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During the Publisher's Profile lunch on day two of R&R '08, actor/comedian/singer Wayne Brady entertained and amused us all during his interview with R&R president/publisher Erica Farber, then busted out a few tunes from his new album "A Long Time Coming" for the crowd.
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Longtime Motley Crue bassist and Sixx:A.M.'s Nikki Sixx appeared at the Jacobs Media Summit 13 to talk about what he knows about your audience that you don't know.
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D2G Records' OM Sherita Anderson introduced Niyoki at the R&R Gospel Brunch.
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Just before the Rate-a-Record panel started at the Sept. 19 lunch, Secondhand Serenade vocalist/guitarist John Vesely took the stage to perform a few songs acoustically, including the single "Fall for You" (Glassnote/ILG/Atlantic), which is currently top 10 at Top 40.
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In2une Music founder Dale Connone, left, and Capitol Music Group executive VP of promotion Greg Thompson shared their thoughts during the “Can Radio and Records Thrive Under Alternative Business Models?” panel at the R&R Convention.
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The third lunch at R&R '08 exploded with talent as a slew of people took the stage for our Rate-a-Record panel, which finally elected State of Shock's "Money Honey" as its highest-rated track. Seen here from left are Vanguard/Capitol artist Matt Nathanson; Mark Andes, the bassist for Heart and founder of Spirit, JoJo Gunne and Firefall; Ian McLagan, the founder of Small Faces/Faces; R&R head of digital sales John Fagot; Freddy Fletcher, owner/operator of Pedernales and Arlyn Studios; and Broadcast Architecture senior VP of domestic operations Elliott Wood.
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The alternative session on Sept. 17 tackled the subject of mentoring talent. Pictured from left are session moderator and Press Communications alternative WHTG/Monmouth-Ocean assistant station manager/PD/midday host Terrie Carr, Jacobs Media AM show and talent development specialist Keith Cunningham, Greater Media classic rock WMGK/Philadelphia PD Charley Lake, Edison Media VP of music and programming Sean Ross and Emmis Communications alternative WKQX (Q101.1)/Chicago PD Marc Young.
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Latin industry experts gathered to discuss the success of the Latin CHR format during the "Comeback Kid: Latin CHR Explosion" session. The panelists said the format is fueled by stations in Texas taking chances on new music and the ample availability of new songs by new acts. Texas is the hub of the Latin CHR format, they said. Pictured here from left are Warner Latina marketing director Albert Ramírez, XAVO (Digital)/McAllen PD Mario Facundo, Border Media VP of programming/Latin and Santos Latin Media president José Santos, XGTS (Digital)/Laredo PD Arturo Sandoval and Casa Blanca Entertainment president Frank White.
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The format session "Survival of the Smooth Jazz Species: The Time Is Now" joined WSJT/Tampa PD Ross Block, KTWV/Los Angeles morning co-host Pat Prescott, McVay Media founder Mike McVay, Strategic Radio Solutions VP of programming Bob Kaake and KWJZ/Seattle PD Carol Handley in lively discussion. From left are McVay, Kaake and Handley.
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Border Media president Jeff Hinson, left, and AHAA PPM Council chairwoman and Tapestry managing director Isabella Sánchez were among the panelists on the "United We Stand In A PPM World" Latin/Urban session on Sept. 18. It was a heated discussion about PPM's impact on the Latin and urban markets and the issues broadcasters are asking Arbitron to resolve to their satisfaction.
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