Salem Media of Hawaii Names John Matthews Program Director of 99.5 The Jewel.HONOLULU -- Salem Communications Salem Communications (NASDAQ: SALM) is a media company specializing in religious and conservative talk radio which operates in the United States, with 99 U.S. commercial radio stations (pending acquisitions) that are primarily concentrated in the nation's biggest markets, Corporation (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on :SALM), a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider See content provider. , and magazine publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian- and family-themed content and conservative values, announced that its Hawaii operations named John Matthews People named John Matthews:
In the short time that Matthews has been with Salem Media he has developed an extensive programming background with Oldies Oldies is a generic term commonly used to describe a radio format that usually concentrates on Top 40 music from the '50s, '60s and '70s. Oldies are typically from R&B, pop and rock music genres. 107.9 (KGMZ), where he doubles as program director and the Morning Show host. "John's creativity and initiative have been demonstrated with the success of Oldies 107.9 and we have a great deal of confidence in his abilities to program The Jewel," said Steve Miller, general manager for Salem Media of Hawaii. Commenting on his new position, Matthews said, "Everyone here is very excited about the format change and I'm especially grateful for the opportunity to program such a dynamic station." 99.5 The Jewel will feature a music-intensive format, with artists ranging from classics of the past to the very best of today's new Adult Standard music. With this promotion, Matthews will assume programming oversight of KHUI and KGMZ, reporting directly to Steve Miller, general manager of Salem Media of Hawaii. 95.5 The FISH, KHNR Hawaii's FM Talk, KGU KGU Key Generator Unit Hawaii's Christian Talk, Oldies 107.9, and KHCM Hawaii's Country Music, and 99.5 The Jewel are owned and operated by Salem Communications Corporation (Nasdaq:SALM), a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, and magazine publisher focused on Christian and family themes. In addition to its radio properties, Salem owns Salem Radio Network(R), which syndicates talk, news and music programming to approximately 2,000 affiliates; Salem Radio Representatives(TM), a national radio advertising sales force; Salem Web Network Salem Web Network represents the largest faith-based audiences on the Internet and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia with offices in Dallas and Nashville. Salem Web Network is owned and operated by Salem Communications Salem Corp. (TM), a leading Internet provider of Christian content and online streaming; and Salem Publishing(TM), a leading publisher of Christian-themed magazines. Upon the close of all announced transactions, the company will own 98 radio stations, including 64 stations in 23 of the top 25 markets. Additional information about Salem may be accessed at the company's website, www.salem.cc. |
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