EPISODE 281 V100 DALLAS 30 YEARS LATER WITH KEITH
SOLIS
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Summary
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In this special Labor Day Weekend episode, Tommy B and Keith Solis celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the launch of V100 in Dallas (September 1, 1995), and the challenges faced during the transition to a new radio format. They share personal anecdotes, the importance of mentorship, and the camaraderie in the radio business, while also discussing the evolution of radio and its competition with digital media. Keith Solis is a 42-Year Radio Vet and Afternoon Personality on KRNB Smooth 105.7 Dallas.
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Chapters
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00:00 Keith Solis - 42 Years in Radio
09:26 The Launch of V100: A Historic Moment
18:49 Navigating Challenges in Dallas Radio
21:32 Navigating Change: Radio Consolidation and New Leadership
24:22 Behind the Scenes: Crafting a New Radio Format
27:44 The Launch: Transitioning to a New Era
31:14 Initial Reactions: The Audience's Response to Change
34:42 From Worst to First: The Ratings Surge
37:56 Memorable Moments: Concerts and Artist Interactions
41:57 Tragedy Strikes: The Tower Incident
42:01 The Impact of Radio Station Challenges
44:14 Navigating Changes in Management and Ownership
47:56 Adapting to Audience Needs and Market Trends
51:51 Reflections on the Evolution of Urban AC Radio
56:36 The Legacy of V100 and Personal Journeys
#radio #V100 #Dallas #Atlanta #music #broadcasting
#history #challenges #formatchange #ThomasBacote #KeithSolis #radio #KRNBDallas #audiencereception #concertevents #towerincident #radiomanagement #marketchanges #urbanAC #radiohistory
SOURCES:
DFW RADIO ARCHIVES
https://www.dfwradioarchives.com/1995.htm#:~:text=V100's%20initial%20debut%20in%20the%20fall%20was,five%20finish%20in%20its%20first%20ratings%20sweep.
WORLD RADIO HISTORY
https://www.worldradiohistory.com/Archive-Ratings-Directories/R&R-1996-1-Fall-95.pdf
OSHA TOWER CRASH REPORT
https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/2020-01/1997_r_05.pdf
LOS ANGELES TIMES TOWER CRASH STORY
https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1996-10-13-mn-53537-story.html
