Email us your question, comment, idea or proposal to wnywatercooler@gmail.com. As a seasoned broadcaster fluent with years of play-by-play and commentary under his belt, Mazer left Buffalo for New York City in 1964. The station first signed on the air on August 14, 1954, as WYRS-TV, owned by the WGR Corporation, along with WGR . I've met both tater and Bauch. WGR began a partial simulcast on Rochester sister station WROC in September 2008. WGR (550 AM) is a commercial radio station licensed to serve Buffalo, New York. WGR 550 is keeping track of every score, injuries to key players and the upcoming opposing teams. http://deadspin.com/bills-wr-sammy-watkins-trips-recovers-makes-terrific-1609620831?utm_campaign=socialflow_deadspin_twitter&utm_source=deadspin_twitter&utm_medium=socialflow. Authorization is only required to store your personal settings. By JOHNNYFAIRPLAY, September 29, 2009 in The Stadium Wall Archives. 8. Hamberger began his radio career 1969, recruited as one of the first staff members of Progressive Rock WYSL-FM 103.3, and later made the transition to Top 40 WYSL-AM where his popularity grew. Jeremy White @jeremyWGR 37.8 2. . Part of Audacy. He spent 14 years at various stations, including WGR, WKBW, WBEN and WMAK. WGR 550 Sports Radio is a commercial AM radio station serving the Western New York Area. Sal Cappaccio @salsports 17.4 The firm hoped to use the station as a way to encourage the sale of home radio sets which they featured in their downtown Buffalo showroom. In February 2000, WGR changed formats from News-Talk to Sports-Talk. Leo Fitzpatrick was formally one of the principal owners of WJR, Detroit. By WGR - Sports Radio 550 is the only sports radio station in Buffalo and the radio home of the Buffalo Sabres. Following his career in Buffalo, Rice worked for the National Broadcasting Company. Ryan Gates Job Acceptor (@quitter_ryan) June 4, 2018. I will remain a part-time contributor to the station. In 1936, WGR published a 24-page, commemorative booklet celebrating Clint Buehlmans fifth anniversary at the station and the success of his Musical Clock morning show. Lightweight for fast spinning, this Light Saber can produce beautiful LED trails. Mendola has even ripped him off on occasion. Two main WGR shows Sabres Hockey Hotline and The John Murphy Show began simulcasting on the channel on October 3, 2016. Save peace in the world. There's not much choice.. Here is an example of my work on wgr550.com. I'm expecting to remain active during Bills and Sabres season, possibly creating a podcast for WGR, and some other ideas that I have cooking. It was a truly a memorable night as countless Buffalo broadcasting legends paid homage to Otto behind a pair of vintage RCA microphones. As an ever-increasing slate of network shows took over timeslots once filled by Buffalo talent, local news became an important part of WGRs programing day. Radio Talk Show Host Annual Salary ($110,537 Avg | Nov . This 1940s era image features announcer John Lascelles left, Cheskin on the far right and feature singer Elvera Ruppel at center. Ive heard from a few close to him that they are forced to do those awful skits (super directional mic or whatever), but either way, those are just awful compared to the stuff "Greg Buck" does. WGR would officially move into this art deco skyscraper on May 1, 1929. But, I can't stand Jeremy Noweesan (however you spell his name)he pretty much ruins every segment he is involved in. Followers . Most former Class B stations became clear channel stations, however WGR was moved to a regional frequency, 550 kHz,[20] while the station previously at that frequency, WMAK, was reassigned to 900 kHz.[21]. Packers to donate $100K for defibrillators to local youth sports in wake of Damar Hamlin cardiac arrest. WGR landed a coup when it signed WNSA's top afternoon host, Mike Schopp, from WNSA-FM in 2002; the event came at about the same time as when John Rigas and Adelphia Communications were beginning to collapse under massive financial scandal. Its there view and they don't care to hear out the fans view out there, I don't believe they are the top sports radio station that they used to boast about. Gibson was inducted in the Buffalo Broadcasting Hall of Fame in 2011 and passed away in 2021. The Dean of Buffalo Sports Radio. Sports broadcaster and journalist Ralph Hubbell joined WGR in 1939 where he provided play-by-play of all Bisons Baseball home games and recreated away games using Western Union messages. Tonight on the Rockpile Report we host a pair of WGR550 personalities, Nate Geary from "Breakfast With the Bills"& Ryan Gates, producer for WGR550's "Schopp & The Bulldog" and host of "The Nightcap"! 8 hit on the Billboard charts. Shane Gibson first came to Buffalo in 1973 as part of WKBWs Great America Talent Hunt to replace the fast talking Jack Armstrong. In 1991, Bauerle took over mornings on WGR where his Breakfast With Bauerle consistently provided the station with strong rating. After receiving his FCC Third-Class license at the early age of 14, Langmyer would eventually work at Buffalo stations WGR, WBEN, WJJL learning all aspects of the broadcasting business including on air, promotions, engineering, and programming. Tucholka would work in Buffalo broadcasting until his retirement in 1995. Hubble began his radio career at WEBR in 1935 by reading poetry over the air but soon found that his fortune was found in sports. 2.4K views, 29 likes, 14 loves, 95 comments, 6 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from WGR Sports Radio 550: Mike and Bulldog are joined by all your favorite WGR personalities including Howard and Jeremy,. Returning to Buffalo radio in 1983 as the morning personality on WGR 550, George Hamberger entertained listeners with his topical humor, awareness of all-things-Buffalo and his occasional daring-but-never-rude double entendre. Joe Buscaglia @joebuscaglia 27.6 He does seem to hold a bit of resentment though. February 1970, WGR Radios Bell Jet Ranger helicopter cruises over downtown Buffalo providing morning and afternoon traffic reports. Tweets . For much of the 1990s, WGR was a successful news/talk station, competing with WBEN AM 930. WGR's in copter host for the stunt was Frank "Bunny" Benny. Epic Center Sports Report . When George did well, I always felt good about it. The Keatons transitioned into Buffalo television in 1954 as pioneer personalities on WGR-TV. 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WGR-550 Radio Personalities By JOHNNYFAIRPLAY September 29, 2009 in The Stadium Wall Archives Share Followers 0 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 JOHNNYFAIRPLAY Community Member 426 Location:Naples, FL Posted September 29, 2009 Hahaha, laughing as I type this, who is going to be the first to say they actually like Schopp? Dickerson joined WGR in 1993 and departed 10 years later in 2003. 2023 Audacy, Inc. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. These are not only pleasing to the eye but necessary to kill off any ring or echo that might interfere with the broadcasting. Without a dedicated news staff of its own, WGR partnered with the large, local staff of the Buffalo Times newspaper to deliver headlines. It had the highest Nielsen Ratings of any station in the Buffalo market among that demographic as of autumn 2018.[1]. Dale Wettlaufer served as Hambergers morning show producer from 1989 through 1991. [24] CBS Sports Radio eventually filled the overnight time slots ESPN Radio had previously filled on WGR. ** = Audacy operates pursuant to a local marketing agreement with Martz Communications Group. By Shortly after the tragedy, he moved over to WBEN where he has been stations marquee personality ever since. Before settling down at BroBible, Douglas Charles, a graduate of the University of Iowa (Go Hawks), owned and operated a wide assortment of websites. Whitey isn't funny, doesn't try to be. Howard Simon, also from WNSA, joined in November 2004, with White moving from evenings to mornings to be Simon's sidekick. When paired with Bulldog, his one is so different it seems like I'm not listening to the same person. Greg Bauch is pretty good, you can tell he has paid his dues with comedy. The May 21 broadcast opened with prayer by Rev. [17] In May 1923 additional "Class B" frequencies were made available, with 940 kHz reserved for "Zone 1",[18] which was assigned to WGR later that year. The broadcasting room is hung with heavy gray drapes. Maryalice Demler Maryalice. When Dickerson departed WGR, Schopp was teamed with Chris "Bulldog" Parker. The Federal Communications Commission approved the sale of WGR to Keymarket within twelve months of the LMA. Schopp is an assbulldog doesnt do much for me.but to anyone who has a problem with the station's negativity..wwwwaaaaahhhhh!!! Listen now on the free @Audacy app. Hubbell would leave WGR in 1948 to join WBEN. But it would be at WGR that Shane Brother Shane legend in Buffalo would flourish until 1985 and again for a brief stint in 1989. Install the free Online Radio Box app for your smartphone and listen to your favorite radio stations online - wherever you are! Mike chap Schopp @schopptalk 18.5 . How he has a job is something else. In promotional materials, WGR billed itself as the most powerful radio sending station in America.. "Radio Telephony: Questions and Answers". The Greg Buck thing was very funnythe first 11 times. As part of the deal, John Murphy began hosting a nightly talk show dedicated to the Bills on nights when the Sabres did not play. I liked this job. When he is alone is when I find myself listening past the updates. I think he is an employee of Sirrius the way he drives traffic to them. They talk Bills defensive line being an unbelie. Editor's note: Which Milwaukee station went . On May 22, 1922, 8XAD officially sign-on the air as WGR to become Buffalo first radio station to offer uninterrupted commercial service to Western New York. Jesse Ventura was at one time a candidate to host a show on the station, but lost out to Dobson. WGR Locker Room. Powered by Invision Community, Schopp is a miserable PIA. Benny died in 2005 and inducted into the Buffalo Broadcasting Hall of Fame in 2010. Sandler would begin his career at WBTA, Batavia and become a Buffalo broadcasting staple for over 60 years at various Western New York stations including WEBR, WGR, WBEN, etc. Followers 0. He would join WGR in 1972 where he held down morning drive until 1982. Sully is fun though. Simultaneously, Rich Communications entered into a local marketing agreement (LMA) with Keymarket Communications. WGR has a standard analog transmission, and also relayed by HD subchannel, and online via Audacy. He holds her sweater whenever he is at a match. How Horrible Do You Think This WGR 550 On Air Personality Is??? Mama Pechhorrino (sp? The inaugural broadcast of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvanias KDKA in 1920 set off a wave of interest in the commercial value of radio. Hennessy started at CKLG in 1964 after a few years at CKOK Penticton, B.C., and CHQM Vancouver. WGR550 plays daily sports talk and play-by-play as the flagship station of the Bills and Sabres. Every stream has been tested. Friday will be my last day as a producer for Schopp and the Bulldog. [11][12] The debut for WGR's use of the upgraded transmitter was scheduled for May 21, an event that was described as the "formal opening of one of the largest and most powerful broadcasting stations in the east which may make Buffalo the ethereal center of this part of the country", because "The arrangements and furnishing of the station will be equal to that of any of the present stations of national fame. " Shout " is a popular song, written and originally recorded by American vocal group the Isley Brothers in 1959. He passed away a year later in 1996. In early 1922, the Federal Telephone & Telegraph Company, headquartered in North Buffalo, began producing radio receivers. The bar for Buffalo sports talk radio is set. Danny Neaverth briefly joined WGR before heading across the dial to WKBW where he would become one of the Buffalos most beloved and popular radio personalities for 26 years. Give him the attention. Prev; 1; 2; Next; Page 2 of 2 . Not the same guy. Howard Simon and his cronies are complete amateurs. Both Sabres Live and One Bills Live are also carried on television through MSG Western New York. Weekdays from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m . Than in the afternoon Shoop will be talking about how ugly hockey is and how he hates it. In addition to a standard analog transmission, WGR is relayed by WKSE's second HD subchannel, and is available online via Audacy. Couldn't agree more about Mendola, he is more annoying than Puff! Over the years, Hub as he was known to friends and fans, was a man for all seasons as he did play-by-play for every major college and professional team in Buffalo. (Kornheiser would later be replaced by Colin Cowherd by ESPN.). Thom Cich @thomWGR 1248. Copyright 2008-2023 BroBible. The WGR Sports Department 1989 to 1993 consisted of (left to right) Greg Brown, Jeff Morrison and Pete Weber. "Dear Bills, Why did you do this? Two of WGRs mobile news cruisers await fast-breaking action behind WGRs studios located at 2077 Elmwood Avenue. Chuck Dickerson maintained his afternoon drive show. Capaccio: Arrow Up/Arrow Down: Dolphins at Bills - Wild Card Round, Brian Daboll, Giants upset Vikings in NFC Wild Card Round. In 1944, the Dave Cheskin Orchestra was featured on a national broadcast over the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS). Otto held host of the evening chat sessions on WGR over two periods after spending five years in the 1980s at WWKB. Tickets cost 6 - 9 and the journey takes 21 min. Be clear: counterpoint is a good thingwhen it is a GOOD counterpoint. In 1977, as afternoon host, the station won Billboard magazines radio station of the year award. Sabres games, Schopp and the Bulldog, and ESPN Radio were carried on WROC; Schopp and the Bulldog was dropped in 2011.[23]. Mike Maniscalco and later Brad Riter hosted the evening shift. WGR Corporation bought several other television and radio stations in the 1950s, and eventually became known as Transcontinent Broadcasting. Listen now on the free @Audacy app. WGRs first day of programing included an address and prayer by the Rev. I am an avid listener of talk radio and he is truly cringe worthy radio. 2023 Audacy, Inc. All rights reserved. In addition to radio, Bennys talents would be utilized by sister television station WGR-TV as a sports and weather anchor as well has host of telethons, movie matinee programs and as the stations primary voice talent. A technological marvel at the time of its construction, WGR would frequently provide public tours of the facility. [16] In September 1922 the Department of Commerce set aside a second entertainment wavelength, 400 meters (750kHz) for "Class B" stations that had quality equipment and programming. 5. Radio broadcasts in the following cities on FM or AM: WGR is a radio station licensed to serve Buffalo, New York, USA and airs at Western New York area at 550 AM under name WGR550 Sports Radio. The problem with the these show is that they are the same everyday. Michael J. Ahren, president of Canisius College, followed by a talk by the dean of the University of Buffalo's college of arts and sciences, Julian Park, on the possibilities of education, Rev. LOL. Schopp was at first teamed with Chuck Dickerson in afternoon drive. ", Ryan Gates Job Acceptor (@quitter_ryan) April 26, 2018. I agree with Don..They need new blood in there, its the same ol same ol. The station would broadcast out of this building until consolidating facility with sister station WWKB on Elmwood Avenue. With the top of Buffalo Central Terminal seen just peaking behind, WGRs John Lascelles take the throttle of a New York Central E8 diesel locomotive as a publicity stunt for a station promotion. WGR 550 AM. Housed inside the art deco structure were the technical elements that put WGR and sister station WKBW on the air. As a young boy, longtime Buffalo broadcaster Ed Tucholka started his radio career as a boy chorister on WGR. Of course the Bills took Allen with Mayfield and Rosen still on the board. A stainless-steel railing separated visitors from a wall of transmitters covering three sides of the room. PART OF AUDACY SPORTS. It seemed like everyone, including religions leaders, newspapers, schools, manufactures, and retailers all wanted to get into the business of broadcasting. Ryan Gates, a producer for WGR-550 radio in Buffalo, said he would quit if the Bills drafted Josh Allen ahead of available quarterbacks Baker Mayfield or Josh Rosen. Pioneer broadcaster Herb Rice began his radio career in 1928. Industry: Media Production. The broadcasting room is hung with heavy gray drapes. His sportstalk Saturday shows are much better than anyone else's. Read More Contact Mike Schopp's Phone Number and Email Last Update 6/4/2022 3:43 PM Email s***@wgr550.com Engage via Email Contact Number (716) ***-**** Engage via Phone Mobile Number Engage via Mobile HQ Phone (716) 843-0600 Company Wgr 550 In 2016, the formation of MSG Western New York was announced. BUFFALO, N.Y. Popular WGR 550 Radio personality Jeremy White shared some sad news to his followers on Tuesday. Broadcast area Western New York, South Ontario. To those wondering if we are playing some sort of long con about my future at WGR, we are not. (WGR also tried to lure John Murphy, but because he was also at the time the radio host of the Bills, his contract prevented him from hosting the slot.) WGRs Billy Keaton gained fame in Vaudeville before entering radio. )not saying much is it? Founded in 1908, Buffalo was the location of Federals home office and primary factory with support branches in New York City, San Francisco, Chicago, Boston, Philadelphia and across the Niagara River in Bridgeburg, Ontario, Canada. You'll hear such amazing insights as "Aaah.eee.I don't know..yeah..gggeeee.." etc. A Buffalo Evening News story on that day reported: WGR is the highest-powered broadcasting station between Schenectady and Detroit and is said by radio experts to have by far the highest percentage of efficiency in the country. 2023 Audacy, Inc. All rights reserved. At the same time, Kevin Sylvester also returned to the station as the host of a daily Sabres-oriented talk show, Hockey Hotline, which last aired in 2004. Tom Langmyer is one of the most respected industry consultants and managers in modern America radio. As WGRs program director, Rice sought out top notch local talent that including Robert Schmidt who would eventual be known as Buffalo Bob Smith of Howdy Doody fame. . Two Bills Drive John Murphy @johnmurphyshow 18.6 With its studios and transmitter located inside Buffalos most modern hotel, the station took advantage of the Statlers daily musical entertainment such as organ recitals from the ballroom or violin music played at the hotels Palm Room. There are countless opportunities to . It indicates, "Click to perform a search". JOHNNYFAIRPLAY In 1995, Rich Communications which owned both WGR and its FM counterpart WGRF, sold WGRF to Mercury Radio headed by Charles W. Banta. The station would call a small building behind WBEN-TVs studios home for much of the 1960s. However, this is football season and I tune in more often just to get a feel how WNY's temperature about the Bills is running. White announced that he and his wife had lost the four quadruplets they were. I think the entire morning show is good. Posted September 30, 2009. In September of 1929, WGR operations moved into the 18th floor of the recently constructed Rand Building. The all sports radio gives you all the inside scoops on the NFL and NHL from training camp to the playoffs. With a large map of the world behind them, two WGR broadcasters provide updated from the front window of a downtown Buffalo department store. Schopp is a miserable PIA. Stan Roberts and Buffalo Bills player Reggie McKenzie. Taft retained both WGR and WGRQ (the former WGR-FM). Alternatively, Helsingin seudun liikenne operates a bus from Tikkurilan matkakesk to Rautatientori every 15 minutes. Really good shows like that you find on WFAN, 590, KNBR all are different entities every time. Two Bills Drive On Easter Sunday, April 16, 1922, WWT went on the air from a third-floor room inside their building located at 75 West Mohawk Street. Bill Mazer came to Buffalo in 1947 where he signed on as a sportscaster. Always live on the free Audacy app. WGR has a standard analog transmission, and also relayed by HD subchannel, and online via Audacy. In 2007, host Brad Riter was fired after failing to report for work, and he joined rival WECK in March 2008. To those wondering if we are playing some sort of long con about my future at WGR, we are not. The station's longtime music format combined adult top 40 hits and rock oldies and featured some of Buffalo's top radio personalities, talk hosts and news reporters including Stan Roberts, Frank Benny, Tom Donahue, Randy Michaels, Jim Scott, Jerry Reo, . Brown was the Buffalo Bills radio color analysts from 1991 to 1993. I'll never forget his famous "Whitner is as good as Bob Sanders" comment. Through its news-talk era the WGR line-up featured a variety of programs such as Breakfast with Bauerle (Tom Bauerle), The Fabulous Sports Babe, Chuck Dickerson, Art Wander, Extension 55 with John Otto, Ron Dobson, John and Ken, Rick Emerson, Joey Reynolds, and several other local and national hosts. Owned by Audacy, Inc. WGR550 plays Sports radio format. Later versions include a UK Top 10 hit in 1964 by Scottish singer Lulu . Many believe the call letters were chosen to honor an early investor into the station George Rand. WGR programming schedule from 1923. The stations initial 250-watt transmitter fit on two wooden kitchen tables which had been bolted together. and Mrs. Show until the mid-1950s. Copyright 2020Buffalo Broadcasters. 500 Corporate Pkwy #200, Buffalo, NY 14226. Wow, that was pretty much right on the money with what I was thinking. A 2004 inducted into the Buffalo Broadcasting Hall of Fame, longtime morning host Stan Roberts was known for his corny jokes and puns that would make Buffalo laugh and groan. Is Greg Bauch the part-time comedian? There are many myths and legends surrounding the WGR call letters and if they have a meaning. Featured Image Photo Credit: Marty Biniasz - BuffaloBroadcasting.org, Fired Broncos coach Nathaniel Hackett to interview for Jets offensive coordinator vacancy, Red Sox sign former All-Star Adam Duvall to one-year, $7-million deal, Draymond Green explains why he wants to retire after his 15th NBA season, Flyers Ivan Provorov declines to wear Pride jersey, citing religious beliefs, LISTEN: Howard Picks the Bills: Divisional Round. WGRs Operations Director Jim Pastrick facilitated the historic broadcast with help of station engineers Dan Gurzynski and Matt Monin. They improve the acoustics. The plant manufactured radio sets and other pieces of communications equipment. 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