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  • Radio One now finds listeners a ‘Valentine’

    MUMBAI: Put on your best perfume, think of interesting opening lines and leave the rest to Radio One FM 94.3. Mentos presents Radio One Speed Dating, a totally fun event where single, interesting and eligible guys and girls get together for a fun evening.

    Speed Dating is an exciting concept and is based on the psychological evidence that most people make up their mind of whether they like someone in the first 60 seconds of interacting with them.

    Perfetti India and Radio One have signed up a deal to conduct Speed Dating sessions at leading nightclubs at 4 locations across the country i.e. Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore and Chennai.

    Speaking on the concept and success of Speed dating over the years, Radio One FM 94.3 vice president Shariq Patel says, “This is the third speed dating event we are organizing and the registrations have increased with each event. This is also the second time in a row that Mentos has partnered with us. Given the previous years experience this year Mentos has signed up for the event across all 4 of our stations i.e. Delhi, Chennai and Bangalore apart from Mumbai.”

    Perfetti marketing head Samir Sunjea adds “Speed dating is a perfect fit for Mentos since it caters to our target age group. It is a ‘fresh’ concept in India and therefore echoes our brand’s core intrinsic values.

    Moreover, the Speed Dating concept adheres to the ‘Mentos Life’ philosophy – a way in which to avoid the dull and usual and to adopt a fun and innovative approach to ordinary life.”

    Event Details
    – 20 men and 20 women invited for the exclusive event
    – All have to register at the venue
    – When registering all the participants are given a badge and a memo card with interested/uninterested marked against every name.
    – Each participant will get around 5 mins for 20 one-on-one dates.
    – The men will keep moving while the women remain seated.
    – The participants will move to the next table at the sound of the bell
    – If two participants are interested in meeting again, they are to mark their memo card accordingly.
    – Only if both concerned people are interested in each other, as marked in their memo card are they matched
    – Radio One will provide the female participant with the male’s contact details. Only if she wants to pursue the friendship further will she call. Hence a completely safe way of interacting with people.

     

    To register for speed dating all you have to do is log on to www.radioone.in and register yourself. If you are a working professional above the age of 21, you have a chance to be invited for this exclusive event at your city.

    Mumbai-The speed dating event will happen at Squeeze in Mumbai on 8th February, 2007. The cast of the new film Just Married is also expected to attend the event. Esha Deol, Perizaad Zorabian and Bikram saluja .

    Bangalore- followed by Mumbai, the action will shift to Bangalore on Feb 11th at Athena. IT people, its all about working and networking!

    Chennai- Feb 12th, Chennai will rock like never before at Sparks, Hotel savera.

    Delhi- A day prior to the Valentines day, Delhi will conduct speed dating at Lizard lounge on Feb 13th. A day prior to the V day!

  • It’s raining diamonds on Big 92.7 FM

    It’s raining diamonds on Big 92.7 FM

    MUMBAI: Big 92.7 FM has launched a unique on-air contest Kiske Naam Inaam in Delhi and Mumbai. The contest enables listeners to win diamonds every hour by sending their names to Big FM.

    This is part of the programming strategy by the FM station to beef up its breakfast band 7 to 10 in Mumbai and 7 to 11 in Delhi. One registered name will be selected every hour and on answering questions will receive a diamond voucher from Orra, the sponsors of this contest.

    The show also has an in studio numerologist to explain the inner implications of the name and explain the fortune that a name can bring. Everyday three lucky winners can win diamonds in Delhi and 2 lucky winners in Mumbai.

    Big 92.7 FM national programming head Mr Manav Dhanda says, “The unique contest Kiske Naam Inaam will add fizz to the monotonous lives of millions of people who can just try their fortunes by sending their names to the breakfast show of Big 92.7 FM. Through this program we emphasize the commitment of Big 92.7 FM to offer Big entertainment.

    We are providing an opportunity to our valued listeners to win diamonds that everyone yearns for. We wish that each and every one of the participants win and help make the show a big success.”

  • Channel [V] Chinese Music Awards celebrated in Shanghai

    Channel [V] Chinese Music Awards celebrated in Shanghai

    MUMBAI: Channel [V] staged the the 13th Chinese Music Awards ceremony at the Shanghai Grand Theatre.

    The event was jointly presented by Channel [V], China Central Television (CCTV) and Shanghai Media Group for the fifth consecutive year.

    Chinese artists from Taiwan, Hong Kong and mainland China, including Eason Chan, Wang Leehom, Mayday, S.H.E., Fan Fan, Kenji Wu, Show Luo, A-mei Chang and Tank were present at the ceremony.

    Thirty-one awards were handed out last night at the 13th Channel [V] Chinese Music Awards including Best Male Artist to Eason Chan and Best Female Artist to A-mei Chang.

    Other award winners included Wang Leehom as Most Popular Male Artist and Best Singer-Songwriter, Angela Zhang as Most Popular Female Artist, S.H.E. as Best Group and Tank as Best Newcomer.

    The event also launched the inaugural [V] Wireless Original Music Award. The new award follows the [V] Wireless Original Music service launched in November 2006, a Channel [V] initiative that invites aspiring musicians to create and upload original Chinese songs to China Mobile’s WAP service, monternet.

    Subscribers to the monternet service can then download the songs onto their mobile handsets, and vote for their favourites. The debut award was picked up by Xiao Fei from Beijing for his song “Instant Noodle”.

    Global mobile entertainment company Jamster joined the Awards for the first time this year as the presenting sponsor. Sony Ericsson was the official sponsor, supporting the Awards with a host of original music initiatives in mainland China.

  • Zoom surges ahead of the competition

    MUMBAI: Zoom, India’s premier glamour and entertainment news channel from the BCCL stable, has overtaken the competition across 6 Metros among C&S AB 15-44 Yrs audience, and broken into the top 10 viewed channels in the 2nd week of January 2007 as per TAM media research.

    Zoom started the year on a high note with an increase of 63% GRP’s in the 6 metros over the last quarter of 2006. In the Hindi speaking markets (HSM), it has shown a notable increase of 32%. The growth of over 55% among C&S Males SEC AB 25+ (purchase decision makers), is a significant development, which makes it a serious contender across many media plans.

    The growth can be attributed to the improvement in the channel’s placement, across distribution networks nationally supported by intensive marketing efforts and improved content.

    The channel’s move towards the entertainment news format and decidedly Bollywood slant has made it appealing to more and more people. The recently launched movie slot in the evening is garnering better prime time ratings for the channel.

  • Big FM launches in Bikaner, Jhansi

    Big FM launches in Bikaner, Jhansi

    MUMBAI: BIG 92.7 FM has recently launched FM radio stations in Bikaner and Jhansi, taking the total count to 11.

    In the first phase of its launch, BIG 92.7 FM had set up stations in the cities of Delhi, Hyderabad, Chennai, Bangalore, Kolkata, Mumbai, Jammu, Srinagar and Aligarh.

    The second phase of launches will take BIG 92.7 FM to several mini-metros even as it has successfully bid to operate in 45 stations across the country.

  • Music industry ponders digital future

    Music industry ponders digital future

    MUMBAI: Who wants free music? Well as a matter of fact everybody. The spiraling downward trend of global music sales for a seventh straight year was the topic of discussion at MIDEM, the IFPI annual industry meeting in Cannes, France.
    Although the popularity of music is as strong as ever, global sales are expected to be down again for 2006 despite digital sales almost doubling to $2 billion.

    The IFPI has met with criticism from some of the major players who insisted that they had been distracted by the fight against piracy which may have also hindered the growth of the legal business.

    In a counter to this allegation IFPI head John Kennedy reportedly told Reuters in an interview that, “Many people around the world tell me that we’ve handled our problems in an incorrect manner but no one tells me what we should have done.

    The industry debated the concept of digital rights management or DRM which can restrict the use of music bought online and was introduced in a bid to contain piracy.
    Its supporters say DRM also offers alternative methods such as subscription or advertising-supported services as the music cannot then be offered onto peer-to-peer networks.
    One drawback of DRM is that tracks bought legally from Web sites such as Rhapsody cannot be used on the market-leading iPod as they are not compatible, potentially restricting the growth of legal sales.

    “DRM is like polonium to some people,” Kennedy said. “Digital rights management is exactly that, it’s the management of digital rights and if we weren’t managing it the headlines would be ‘irresponsible music industry … creates anarchy.’”

    eMusic chief executive David Pakman is a major critic of DRM. His service is the delivers tracks in the MP3 format, meaning they can be played on any portable music player, including the iPod.However, none of the four major labels are ready to supply to this service.

    “It’s the same model that was used for the CD and DVD, universal compatibility, and we think it’s the principal thing holding back the growth of digital today,” he told Reuters.
    EMI Music head of digital Barney Wragg talking to Reuters said that digital was revolutionizing the way they work.
    “I was just talking to (British singer) Joss Stone who is very excited about the opportunities this offers,” Wragg said. “We’re not constrained to the plastic CD box any more. It offers the possibility to do things that could never be done before.”
     

  • “Miss Rang De Sankranthi” cow crowning contest by Radio Mirchi

    BANGALORE: Radio Mirchi, Bangalore’s Sakkhat hot radio station is always at its wackiest best when it comes to engaging with the people of Bangalore. The auspicious occasion of Makara Sankranthi saw an unique celebration – a cow dressing contest where the best dressed ‘Cow’ was crowned Miss Rang De Sankranthi !

     

    The contest started off with a gathering of cows from in and around Bangalore on an early Monday afternoon. The owners were seen enjoying themselves dressing up their cows and getting creative with ribbons, colour papers etc. to outsmart the rest. Once ready, the cows were made to “Cat Walk” around the grounds to judge the three best dressed cows! Also seen enjoying herself was the renowned film director Kavitha Lankesh who gave away the prizes. The winner sauntered away with attractive cash prizes like: Rs, 4000/- for the winner, the first runner up won Rs. 3000/- and the second runner up won Rs. 2000/-.

     

    Commenting on the occasion, Mr. Romen Sood, Executive VP and Regional Director South and East, Radio Mirchi said “Radio Mirchi is rooted in the culture of this city, identifying with traditions that mark any important festival. Our initiative ‘Rang De Sankranthi’ is aimed at adding colour and a streak of uniqueness to the cheer & gaiety that marks Makara Sankranthi celebrations in the city.”

     

    The Makara Sankranti celebrations in Bangalore kick started on Jan 11, 2007 with a Rangoli competition called “Rang De Sankranthi” which was held at different pockets of the city. A traditionally decorated ‘Canter’ was also going around the city spreading cheer by distributing Pongal, Sugarcane and the traditional “Yellu Biru”.

  • Radio Mirchi Q3FY07 turnover rises 31%, net profit up 14%

    Radio Mirchi Q3FY07 turnover rises 31%, net profit up 14%

    MUMBAI: The Times Group’s private FM Radio operator Entertainment Network India Ltd (ENIL) – which operates stations under the brand name Radio Mirchi – has announced its results for the quarter ended 31 December 2006.

    During the quarter (Q3FY07), total income grew by 30.6 per cent to Rs 484.1 million compared to Rs 370.7 million for the corresponding quarter in the previous year.
    The Company’s earnings before interest, depreciation, tax and amortization (Ebitda) grew 20.8 per cent to Rs 176.5 million and net profit stood at Rs 124 million, up 13.9 per centg YoY. On a like basis (7 Phase I stations only), Ebitda for Q3FY07 stood at Rs 151.1 million, up 3.4 per cent YoY.

    Total income during YTD December 2006 grew 46 per cent to Rs 1,263 million while Ebitda increased by 15.4% to Rs. 33.50 crores. On a like basis (7 Phase I stations only), Ebitda during YTD December 2006 stood at Rs 347.1 million, up 19.6 per cent YoY.

    The new stations namely Bangalore, Hyderabad and Jaipur recorded Ebitda margin of 28.2 per cent for the quarter. According to data based on Indian Listenership Track 2006 (ILT – Wave 2 conducted by MRUC) for the period September- November 2006, Radio Mirchi retained the number one position in Mumbai and Delhi while establishing itself as the dominant number one station in Kolkata too. Radio Mirchi has increased its lead over #2 player in Mumbai from 30 per cent to 40 per cent while maintaining its 2:1 lead in Delhi, a company release asserts.

    During the quarter, Radio Mirchi premiered the music of blockbusters which include Vivaah, Dhoom2, Babul and Guru on its network.

    Commenting on the performance of the company, Enil managing director and CEO AP Parigi said, “In the emerging competitive landscape, Radio Mirchi has again demonstrated not only its brand leadership in the new markets of Bangalore, Hyderabad and Jaipur but has also demonstrated robust growth in financial terms. In the new markets, within the short span of nine months, the company has achieved an Ebitda breakeven.”

    Based on the present rate of progress, the company is confident of completing rollout of the remaining 22 stations by 31 July, 2007.

  • Madhuri Dixit shares her ‘kahani’ on Radio City

    Madhuri Dixit shares her ‘kahani’ on Radio City

    MUMBAI: For its special episode of ‘Meri Kahani’ Radio City has roped in Madhuri Dixit as a guest on the show. The radio channel reveals that this is the actress’ first ever radio interview.

    Other guests to feature on this show in the past are personalities like Lata Mangeshkar, Subhash Ghai, Jitendra, Shilpa Shetty, Tabu, Khayyam and Anil Kapoor. This special episode will be telecast on 21 January at 1:00 pm.

    The episode will be aired across the cities of Mumbai, Delhi, Bangalore, Hyderabad and Lucknow. In this one-hour show, the actress reminisces her soulful moments and milestones of her extraordinary life and career that will strike a chord, leaving a lasting impression in the minds of millions of fans across the country.

    The show format of Meri Kahani gets the stars to talk about their lives, childhood stories, the backgrounds in which they have grown up, the start of their careers, struggling years, turning points and the important people who have been instrumental in shaping up their great lives.

    They also talk about their future plans and views on the Indian film and music industry. The show presents an exhilarating combination of all that listeners always wanted to know about their favourite stars and their lives.

    According to Radio City head programming Vikas Varma ‘At Radio City, it has always been our aim to connect with our listeners and the experts of the entertainment industry in a unique way.

    ‘Meri Kahani’ provides an opportunity to the legends of the industry to take a pause from their hectic lives and trace their journey to success and fame. The unique format of this new show has captured millions of listeners who connect with some unforgettable and unheard aspects in the journey of their favourite stars as they relive their past. Bringing yet another such exciting episode with ‘Madhuri’ on Meri Kahani which will keep our listeners tuned into Radio City thus living to our commitment to provide innovative and exciting programming to our listeners consistently.”

  • Indian Music Industry felicitates Julio Ribeiro on contribution towards IPR protection

    Indian Music Industry felicitates Julio Ribeiro on contribution towards IPR protection

    MUMBAI: The Indian Music Industry (IMI) yesterday felicitated ex-police commissioner, Julio Rebeiro who is now IMI’s chief coordinator for his services and invaluable contributions towards Intellectual Property protection.

    Riberio’s efforts along with the IMI have pioneered the concept of Intellectual property, its rights, management and protection in the country over the past 10 years. IMI in consultation with Mr. Rebeiro had set up the Anti-Piracy operation in its current format in the year 1996. Ever since, the IMI has to its credit more than 10000 raids registered across 250 cities leading to over 950 convictions in a sphere where awareness levels among many are very low.

    Shabana Azmi, chairperson, Core Group on Piracy, Exhibition Sector including multiplex and issue of Certification felicitated Riberio on the occasion.

    Rebeiro said, “The past decade has been a long journey in terms of creating awareness about respecting the basic rights of an artist and fighting off individuals who are out to make a fast buck on the efforts of others. We have trained the enforcers, i.e., the police, the judiciary and the public prosecutors about Intellectual Property protection. The efficient operations of the IMI has ensured that the legitimate physical product business of CD’s and cassettes has survived in India whereas in neighboring countries like Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, it is virtually non existent’.
    Azmi said, “Organisations like IMI have done a lot for the safeguard of artists rights. The rampant piracy in the early and mid nineties had very adversely affected the music industry, it is through the timely intervention of IMI that people now are aware and respect intellectual property”.

    IMI says that its operations have ensured that that the country’s legitimate physical product business has survived unlike neighbors Pakistan, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh who have no legitimate music business today or even China that at present suffers from 90 per cent piracy.