Saturday, 21 May 2011

Hiya Tuesday!

Chris - has some meetings, a spot of training, then will be making a big chilli

Dave - is buying some jeans and some shorts, then going to the zoo

Dom - will be cheering on Newcastle United tonight and probably have a BBQ to celebrate the warm weather

Aled - after a series of meetings he is going to the park to fall asleep then going to see trainer number 2

Tina - is spending lots of time out doors and returning a pair of wedges she got for her birthday

Sam - is literally doing work all day - then quizzing tonight in a pub with no outdoor area - which seems a bit silly considering the weather.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/hiya_tuesday.html

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Oh My Gosh I Saw Skins

Oh my oh my, I'm one excited fella today. This morning I got to go see the first episode of Series 2 of Skins, which'll be hitting your TV screens early Feb, and if that was not exciting enough I...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/oh_my_gosh_i_saw_skins.shtml

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The Grapest Challenge Ever - Safety Video

Here on the show we take Safety very very seriously. We advise you not to do our Grapest Challenge Ever at home because it's all done under highly controlled conditions. Don't believe us? Check this video out and see for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/the_grapest_challenge_ever_saf.shtml

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Beyonc�'s "4" Due Out June 28th

The fourth time, er, album is the chart! Columbia Records will release 4, the fourth solo studio album from Beyonc�, on Tuesday, June 28th. Mark those calendars. The album was recorded over a year between the spring of 2009 and the spring of 2010, while Beyonc� took time away from the spotlight.

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/beyonc-s-4-due-out-june-28th/8973669

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David Attenborough

Next week, we're going to pre-record an interview with the legend that is Sir David Attenborough. We really want to ask him your questions, so please do let us know any questions you want to ask him.. just stick it...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/david_attenborough.shtml

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One day till the Royal Wedding

Chris - is recording podcast links, having a meeting with Rob, then he's going for tea with Jingle Sandy and tonight he might have a relaxing night in

Dave - is going to Manchester

Dom - is writing and presenting the Oddbox

Tina - has hair appointments, a meeting and then she's going for a lunch (or maybe a date, she's dressed up today!)

Aled - has a meeting, record company appointments, a sleep and then starting Civilisation again

Matt - has loads of meetings today then tonight he's having an evening in

Sam - is going to try and stop Aled from playing Civilisation again.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/one_day_till_the_royw.html

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Plan B triumphs at Ivors

Plan B ? aka Benjamin Drew ? picked up three awards at the 2011 Ivor Novello Awards, including the prestigious songwriter of the year gong.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045278&c=1

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Friday, 20 May 2011

Blog On!

Chris - is having a meeting with Saled (Sam and Aled), training this afternoon and then watching Doctor Who this evening

Dave - is doing some washing

Dom - is presenting the lunchtime edition of Newsbeat and then he's helping Dave with his washing

Tina - has loads of work to do in the office today

Aled - has a meeting and then is rushing home to play Civilization 5 on his computer (and swears he isn't sad at all!)

Sam - has a couple of meetings, then work in the office and then she'll be doing some planting in her garden now that the gravel has been shifted

Matt - is back from his holidays, so will be catching up on lots of emails and then tonight he's got a BBQ (weather permitting)

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/blog_on.html

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Spike TV Honors Jennifer Aniston With "Decade of Hotness" Award

Brangelina who? Spike TV has announced that it will crown Jennifer Aniston with the Decade of Hotness award, one of the night's highest honors, during the fifth annual "Guys Choice" celebration taping Saturday, June 4th at the Sony Pictures Studios in Culver City, CA. The multi-award winning actress

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/spike-tv-honors-jennifer-aniston-with-decade-of-hotness-award/8973661

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Beyonc�'s "4" Due Out June 28th

The fourth time, er, album is the chart! Columbia Records will release 4, the fourth solo studio album from Beyonc�, on Tuesday, June 28th. Mark those calendars. The album was recorded over a year between the spring of 2009 and the spring of 2010, while Beyonc� took time away from the spotlight.

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/beyonc-s-4-due-out-june-28th/8973669

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Hiya Tuesday!

Chris - has some meetings, a spot of training, then will be making a big chilli

Dave - is buying some jeans and some shorts, then going to the zoo

Dom - will be cheering on Newcastle United tonight and probably have a BBQ to celebrate the warm weather

Aled - after a series of meetings he is going to the park to fall asleep then going to see trainer number 2

Tina - is spending lots of time out doors and returning a pair of wedges she got for her birthday

Sam - is literally doing work all day - then quizzing tonight in a pub with no outdoor area - which seems a bit silly considering the weather.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/hiya_tuesday.html

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HMV Group sells Waterstone's

HMV Group has sold national book chain Waterstone?s to Alexander Mamut?s A&NN Capital Fund Management Limited for �53m after the Russian billionaire approached the music retailer with an offer at the end of last week.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045281&c=1

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Odd Future's Tyler, The Creator Tweets Unique "Thank You" to Fans Regarding "Goblin"

In an unshocking move, Odd Future's Tyler, the Creator was so happy that his sophomore set Goblin sold 45,000 copies its first week in stores this week that he Tweeted an unconventional, R-rated message to his fans and those who nabbed a copy. "TO ALL YOU FUCKING PEOPLE WHO BOUGHT GOBLIN THANK YOU

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/odd-future-s-tyler-the-creator-tweets-unique-thank-you-to-fans-regarding-goblin/8973664

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God is an Astronaut to Tour the US This August

Welcome back, Irish post-rock juggernauts God Is an Astronaut! The band has announced its long-awaited return to the US for a headlining tour in August. The band will head stateside for the first time since 2008 in support of their latest album, Age of the Fifth Sun. Welcome back, gents. Your band

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/god-is-an-astronaut-to-tour-the-us-this-august/8973665

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post christmas bloat

my belly is awash with homecooked food, and Chocolate Kimberlys and Tayto cheese and onion crisps. The latter two foodstuffs are both Irish only and I hold them both in the same esteem as I would a close family member....

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/post_christmas_bloat.shtml

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Elliot Minors Christmas Songs

Elliot Minor came into the studio to sing us some live acoustic Christmas tracks... and you want to see them don't you? Ok here they are.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/elliot_minors_christmas_songs.shtml

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Lady Gaga Releases "Heavy Metal Lover"

Lady Gaga is sort of calling herself a headbanger in the newly released song "Heavy Metal Lover" from Born This Way. It's heavy on the electro-industrial beats and it's easily the most "aggressive" song that Gaga has released from the album. It's incredibly sexed up, too. Gaga delivers breathy

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lady-gaga-releases-heavy-metal-lover/8973642

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Wednesday Blog Is On

Chris - has a couple of meetings then straight off to record celebrity juice!

Dave - is ice skating in Nottingham

Aled - is doing an interview with a newspaper, has a meeting with online, online training, playlist meeting, then talking to a painter to discuss his windows

Dom - is BBQing again

Tina - is going shopping today for some pieces for her summer collection

Sam - has got a couple of meetings, a fair bit of work to do - but is hopefully going to have her lunch in the sunshine!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/wednesday_blog_is_on.html

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RIAA targets Box.net over pre-release piracy

The RIAA is targeting business-oriented storage service Box.net over pre-release piracy.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045284&c=1

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Spatula: The Epithiny

Tonight we created radio history the comedian and Skins writer Josie Long camer up with an idea to confound and confuse teachers across the nation whilst simultaneously giving you a burst of joy amongst the turgid boredom of homework. We...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/spatula_the_epithiny.shtml

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Dom Is Getting His Lawnmower Out

Chris - will be training and/or working on a new song parody

Dave - has assorted jobs to do

Aled - will be going to appointments, meetings, sleeping, then the gym

Tina - has meetings then going out for dinner tonight with Newsbeat friends

Dom - will be filming Odd Box then going home and getting his lawnmower out

Matt - will be getting over the release of an embarrassing film featuring him (it's not rude), going to yoga, then going for a run tonight

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/05/dom_is_getting_his_lawnmower_o.html

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Watch Tinie Tempah's "Live on Letterman" Performance

London-born rapper Tinie Tempah, already a double BRIT Award-winning UK superstar with 2010's top-selling debut album by a British artist, goes platinum in the US this week with his first stateside single, "Written in the Stars" exceeding sales of over one million. Congrats to Tinie Tempah on

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/watch-tinie-tempah-s-live-on-letterman-performance/8973644

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Napster Unlimited plus Mobile goes live

Napster has launched its new service, Napster Unlimited plus Mobile, placing portability and handsets as central to its offering.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045276&c=1

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Lady Gaga's "Lady Gaga: Inside the Outside" to Air on MTV on May 26th

Lady Gaga will discuss her rise to fame and her youth in Lady Gaga: Inside the Outside, which is set to premiere on MTV on Thursday, May 26th at 9 PM ET/PT. A teaser trailer will premiere exclusively on MTV tonight, May 19th at 10:58 PM ET/PT to get you in the mood for the full special. Lady Gaga:

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lady-gaga-s-lady-gaga-inside-the-outside-to-air-on-mtv-on-may-26th/8973633

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Tinie goes platinum in US

Tinie Tempah has become the first British rapper to go platinum with his debut single in the US, thanks to Written In The Stars.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045267&c=1

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Oh My Gosh I Saw Skins

Oh my oh my, I'm one excited fella today. This morning I got to go see the first episode of Series 2 of Skins, which'll be hitting your TV screens early Feb, and if that was not exciting enough I...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/oh_my_gosh_i_saw_skins.shtml

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Gain and Barenaked Ladies Team Up For "Smell Like a Million Bucks" Contest

Laundry detergent and a Canadian rock band -- what could be more perfect of pairing? Gain� launched the "Smell Like a Million Bucks Contest" to give people across the country a chance to win one million dollars, turning one lucky winner's dreams into a reality. To help spread the word about the

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/gain-and-barenaked-ladies-team-up-for-smell-like-a-million-bucks-contest/8973641

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One day till the Royal Wedding

Chris - is recording podcast links, having a meeting with Rob, then he's going for tea with Jingle Sandy and tonight he might have a relaxing night in

Dave - is going to Manchester

Dom - is writing and presenting the Oddbox

Tina - has hair appointments, a meeting and then she's going for a lunch (or maybe a date, she's dressed up today!)

Aled - has a meeting, record company appointments, a sleep and then starting Civilisation again

Matt - has loads of meetings today then tonight he's having an evening in

Sam - is going to try and stop Aled from playing Civilisation again.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/one_day_till_the_royw.html

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Blog On!

Chris - is having a meeting with Saled (Sam and Aled), training this afternoon and then watching Doctor Who this evening

Dave - is doing some washing

Dom - is presenting the lunchtime edition of Newsbeat and then he's helping Dave with his washing

Tina - has loads of work to do in the office today

Aled - has a meeting and then is rushing home to play Civilization 5 on his computer (and swears he isn't sad at all!)

Sam - has a couple of meetings, then work in the office and then she'll be doing some planting in her garden now that the gravel has been shifted

Matt - is back from his holidays, so will be catching up on lots of emails and then tonight he's got a BBQ (weather permitting)

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/blog_on.html

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Kobalt signs LMFAO outside of UK

Kobalt has signed LMFAO to a worldwide administration deal outside of the UK, Europe, Israel and Russia.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045268&c=1

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Thursday, 19 May 2011

It's the weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend!

Chris - is packing for Carlisle, then he's heading up north for the weekend where he may play on his games console

Dave - is producing a potentially award winning parody and then he's driving up north

Dom - is going to the gym to renew his membership and then he's packing for Carlisle

Tina - is presenting 60 seconds on BBC Three tonight

Aled - has a meeting at R1 HQ, then he's having lunch with a friend in town and this afternoon he's meeting someone at Television Centre

Matt - is recovering from last night, working hard to prepare our trip to Carlisle and then going to some drinks tonight

Sam - is recovering from last night, has a meeting, then will be having a big drink tonight. Oh dear.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/05/its_the_weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend_1.html

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Thursday's Blog - Embracing Easter

Chris - has proper meetings, then drink meetings because it's the start of the weekend this evening. Then he might be running the end of the London Marathon tomorrow...

Dave - is embracing Easter

Aled - is embarking on a mammoth trek back to mid Wales

Dom - is marking Easter in his own way - possibly with a BBQ

Tina - is having fun in the sun

Sam - will be moving gravel again (there's just so much of it!)

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/thursdays_blog_-_embracing_eas.html

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Alter Bridge Release "Ghosts of Days Gone By" Webisode

Alter Bridge have released a new webisode giving fans an in-depth look at the song "Ghosts of Days Gone By," tracing the original creation of the song in the studio to playing the song live for fans on tour. Fans can check out the new webisode by heading here. Did you enjoy this sneak peak at

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/alter-bridge-release-ghosts-of-days-gone-by-webisode/8973640

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Lady Gaga Tops Forbes Celebrity 100 Power List

The Fame Monster reigns! Lady Gaga has become a true Fame Monster! She has topped the Forbes magazine-generated Celebrity 100 Power List. That means she is considered the world's most powerful celebrity. Gaga edged out Oprah Winfrey, who is retiring her 25-year-old, eponymous talk show next week.

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lady-gaga-tops-forbes-celebrity-100-power-list/8973635

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We're back in the studio!

Chris - has some script meetings for his telly show and then he's unpacking from Radio 1's Big Weekend

Dave - is up to assorted business

Dom - is voice training some people for four hours this afternoon - they're learning how to speak proper, innit

Tina - has hundreds of emails to go through, then she's unpacking and tonight she's got a reunion with her beloved dog MJ

Aled - has physio and a gym session this afternoon

Matt - has lots of emails to catch up on, then tonight he might be going to see a new band called Foster The People

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/05/were_back_in_the_studio.html

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post christmas bloat

my belly is awash with homecooked food, and Chocolate Kimberlys and Tayto cheese and onion crisps. The latter two foodstuffs are both Irish only and I hold them both in the same esteem as I would a close family member....

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/post_christmas_bloat.shtml

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Thursday's Blog - Embracing Easter

Chris - has proper meetings, then drink meetings because it's the start of the weekend this evening. Then he might be running the end of the London Marathon tomorrow...

Dave - is embracing Easter

Aled - is embarking on a mammoth trek back to mid Wales

Dom - is marking Easter in his own way - possibly with a BBQ

Tina - is having fun in the sun

Sam - will be moving gravel again (there's just so much of it!)

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/thursdays_blog_-_embracing_eas.html

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Chris Brown Leads BET Awards With Six Nominations

Chris Brown is the top contender for the BET Awards this year, nabbing with six nominations. Brown is up for best male R&B artist, viewer's choice and video of the year for "Look at Me Now." He's nominated twice in the best collaboration category for his No. 1 R&B hits "Deuces," featuring Tyga and

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/chris-brown-leads-bet-awards-with-six-nominations/8973649

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2011 Big Gig sells out

Tickets from 2011?s Big Gig event have sold out after a day after going on sale.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045256&c=1

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More Progress for Take That

Polydor is to release eight new songs from Take That next month, as part of a special edition of the band?s Progress album.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045273&c=1

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Tim McGraw Says Curb Records is Holding "Emotional Traffic" Album Hostage

The battle between Tim McGraw and Curb Records is getting more heated. A recap: the independent record label filed a breach-of-contract lawsuit against McGraw, claiming the country superstar failed to provide a fifth and final album under his deal within the proper time frame. He was supposed to

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/tim-mcgraw-says-curb-records-is-holding-emotional-traffic-album-hostage/8973631

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Kinks albums to be reissued

Three classic albums from The Kinks are to be re-released in double CD deluxe format next month as Ray Davies hosts Meltdown festival on the South Bank.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045257&c=1

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Lights Over Paris Release "I'm Not a Gangsta" Featuring Game

Lights Over Paris released "I'm Not A Gangster" featuring rapper Game. Check out the following teaser here. The band's first full length album is due out this Summer on Digital Records. The track was produced by Dr Luke's Ammo (Britney Spears, Ke$ha, Katy Perry, Pitbull) and recorded in Los Angeles.

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lights-over-paris-release-i-m-not-a-gangsta-featuring-game/8973616

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Sarm Studios set for major revamp

Trevor Horn?s Sarm Studios has announced a major revamp that will see the building re-developed next year to include new studios, office premises, townhouses and flats.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045274&c=1

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Uproar 2011 Lineup Announced

The second annual Rockstar Energy Drink UPROAR Festival returns August 26th through October 15th to conquer North America with a massive active rock lineup. It truly is a tour that helps transition fans from the heat and chaos of Summer to the chill of Fall. It is a back-to-school tour, too, that

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/uproar-2011-lineup-announced/8973610

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It's only bloomin' Wednesday!

Chris - is going to the gym, getting his haircut and then writing another parody and some jingles

Dave - is on 5Live with Richard Bacon and then will watch the footie

Dom - is spending 4 hours on a course training BBC jounalists

Tina - is having a nap, doing her hair and then having dinner

Aled - is having a few meetings, then playlist

Matt - has lots of meetings, including playlist then tonight he'll be working hard

Sam - will be taking Chewbacca home and then meeting a friend later.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/05/its_only_bloomin_wednesday.html

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More Progress for Take That

Polydor is to release eight new songs from Take That next month, as part of a special edition of the band?s Progress album.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045273&c=1

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Videos Galore

If you've not heard the show over the last two weeks you've been missing out on loads of things, but as we're so lovely (and modest) we've put some videos online of us doing stuff for you to see with...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/videos_galore.shtml

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Birthday Action

On Monday I celebrated my Birthday, which was very lovely. The rest of the switch team very kindly brought me a cake and a card. That's not all though... keep reading....

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/birthday_action.shtml

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Mac's podcast links

So Annie in her post Christmas state couldn't quite work out how to put a link to Russell Brand's podcasts, so has called upon me to do it for her... which is great as this can count as her Christmas...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/macs_podcast_links.shtml

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Hargreaves rejects Fair Use

The music industry breathed a sigh of relief this morning as Professor Ian Hargreaves unveiled his long awaited - and anticipated - Review of Intellectual Property and Growth which rejected Fair Use.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045254&c=1

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Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!

Hello, We're sitting in the studio before the show and Simple Plan have just left us. It was very chaotic and unfortunatly for us they left a momento. Vomit in our bin. They're playing three gigs today a record for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/switchs_grapest_challenge_ever.shtml

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Hargreaves rejects Fair Use

The music industry breathed a sigh of relief this morning as Professor Ian Hargreaves unveiled his long awaited - and anticipated - Review of Intellectual Property and Growth which rejected Fair Use.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045254&c=1

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Amos Lee Remains on Tour

Blue Note recording artist Amos Lee will follow up his No. 1 AAA radio single, "Windows Are Rolled Down," with a new single, "Flower," which is another track off Lee's current album Mission Bell. The video for "Flower," which was directed by //kneeon, is now live on Lee's Facebook page, which is

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/amos-lee-remains-on-tour/8973606

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Wednesday, 18 May 2011

Life is a rollercoaster and you've just got to ride it

Chris - will be going to the gym for the first time in two weeks, then carrying on with his one man campaign to get 'Go West' into the charts

Dave - is doing some more home shopping

Aled - has a couple of meetings, then off to playlist, and watching The Apprentice tonight

Dom - is going to do a voiceover today - life is a rollercoaster and you've just got to ride it

Tina - has meeting related business and still needs to unpack

Matt - has a playlist meeting, then tonight he's going for a jog, having dinner with some friends and watching The Apprentice

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/05/life_is_a_rollercoaster_and_yo.html

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Oh My Gosh I Saw Skins

Oh my oh my, I'm one excited fella today. This morning I got to go see the first episode of Series 2 of Skins, which'll be hitting your TV screens early Feb, and if that was not exciting enough I...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/oh_my_gosh_i_saw_skins.shtml

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Uproar 2011 Lineup Announced

The second annual Rockstar Energy Drink UPROAR Festival returns August 26th through October 15th to conquer North America with a massive active rock lineup. It truly is a tour that helps transition fans from the heat and chaos of Summer to the chill of Fall. It is a back-to-school tour, too, that

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/uproar-2011-lineup-announced/8973610

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Kellock named jazz musician of the year at PPL Jazz Awards

Pianist Brian Kellock has been crowned jazz musician of the year at the seventh PPL Parliamentary Jazz Awards last night.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045253&c=1

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post christmas bloat

my belly is awash with homecooked food, and Chocolate Kimberlys and Tayto cheese and onion crisps. The latter two foodstuffs are both Irish only and I hold them both in the same esteem as I would a close family member....

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/post_christmas_bloat.shtml

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Kiss to Launch First Ever Cruise

The first-ever Kiss Kruise: Wet, Wild & Rockin' will set sail on the Carnival Destiny on October 13th from Miami and head to the Bahamas. The band will bring fans activities and music throughout the excursion! A Kiss cruise? Gene Simmons never misses an opportunity to make a buck. Set sail on the

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/kiss-to-launch-first-ever-cruise/8973617

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Three-strikes monitoring in France on hold after data breach

Following a data breach at Trident Media Guard (TMG), the company tasked with monitoring and identifying possible online copyright infringers, France's three-strikes anti-piracy laws have been put on hold.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045259&c=1

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Amos Lee Remains on Tour

Blue Note recording artist Amos Lee will follow up his No. 1 AAA radio single, "Windows Are Rolled Down," with a new single, "Flower," which is another track off Lee's current album Mission Bell. The video for "Flower," which was directed by //kneeon, is now live on Lee's Facebook page, which is

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/amos-lee-remains-on-tour/8973606

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It's only bloomin' Wednesday!

Chris - is going to the gym, getting his haircut and then writing another parody and some jingles

Dave - is on 5Live with Richard Bacon and then will watch the footie

Dom - is spending 4 hours on a course training BBC jounalists

Tina - is having a nap, doing her hair and then having dinner

Aled - is having a few meetings, then playlist

Matt - has lots of meetings, including playlist then tonight he'll be working hard

Sam - will be taking Chewbacca home and then meeting a friend later.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/05/its_only_bloomin_wednesday.html

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This, is my skin

Ok, that was a poor attempt at being a bit like Kate Nash, the title of this blog, but it's about Skins. We've spent today (my birthday) in the office drinking tea, eating cake and working out which Skins characters...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/this_is_my_skin.shtml

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Mac's podcast links

So Annie in her post Christmas state couldn't quite work out how to put a link to Russell Brand's podcasts, so has called upon me to do it for her... which is great as this can count as her Christmas...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/macs_podcast_links.shtml

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Perez Does The Grapest Challenge Ever

Perez Hilton joined us on the show yesterday, and he completed Switch's Grapest Challenge Ever... the top scorer previously was Reggie Yates and he got a grand total of was 32... see how he does.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/perez_does_the_grapest_challen.shtml

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Hargreaves - not radical

Mark Owen, head of the intellectual property practice at media and entertainment law firm Harbottle & Lewis, provides his view on the recently published Hargreaves Review of IP

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045263&c=1

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Lynyrd Skynyrd to Open Las Vegas Restaurant

Sweet home Excalibur Hotel and Casino! Southern classic rockers Lynyrd Skynyrd will open a restaurant at the Excalibur Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas! Singer Johnny Van Zandt spoke to VH1 Classic about the eatery endeavor, saying, "It's called Lynyrd Skynyrd's Barbecue and Beer. It ought to be a lot

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/lynyrd-skynyrd-to-open-las-vegas-restaurant/8946424

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It's the weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend!

Chris - is packing for Carlisle, then he's heading up north for the weekend where he may play on his games console

Dave - is producing a potentially award winning parody and then he's driving up north

Dom - is going to the gym to renew his membership and then he's packing for Carlisle

Tina - is presenting 60 seconds on BBC Three tonight

Aled - has a meeting at R1 HQ, then he's having lunch with a friend in town and this afternoon he's meeting someone at Television Centre

Matt - is recovering from last night, working hard to prepare our trip to Carlisle and then going to some drinks tonight

Sam - is recovering from last night, has a meeting, then will be having a big drink tonight. Oh dear.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/05/its_the_weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend_1.html

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Live industry awaits crucial licensing legislation

The controversial Police Reform and Social Responsibility Bill goes to committee stage in the House of Lords this afternoon, with live music campaigners awaiting developments to find out how licensing will be affected by the new legislation.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045261&c=1

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Power extends Farm for Prince

Vince Power has extended his Hop Farm festival to three days after securing Prince as a headliner on Sunday July 3.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045252&c=1

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Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!

Hello, We're sitting in the studio before the show and Simple Plan have just left us. It was very chaotic and unfortunatly for us they left a momento. Vomit in our bin. They're playing three gigs today a record for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/switchs_grapest_challenge_ever.shtml

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We're all off to Dave & Tina's drinks tonight

Chris - is recording podcast links with the team, picking the Golden Hour and then he's going to Dave and Tina's birthday drinks

Dave - is packing his suitcase for Carlisle and then he's getting ready for his birthday drinks

Sam - has a meeting after the show, lots of work in the office and then she'll be going out tonight for birthday drinks

Matt - will be marvelling at the amazing Family Guy photo of the team then he'll be going to Dave and Tina's birthday drinks tonight

Aled - has a meeting, then record company appointments and then he might sneak in a quick game of Civilisation (watch out Sam)

Dom - is presenting the Oddbox and is then off to birthday drinks

Tina - needs to have her hair done and then deciding what she's wearing for her birthday drinks tonight

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/05/were_all_off_to_dave_tinas_dri.html

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Come play with us!

All this week we have been having fun playing games in the lead up to the Easter weekend - listen back and play along!

Happy Easter everyone!

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/come_play_with_us.html

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Rihanna and Chris Brown Reconnect Via Twitter

Chris Brown and Rihanna are following each other on Twitter and her fans are making a fuss. On Saturday, people began to notice that Brown, who beat the crap outta his then-girlfriend Rihanna on the night of the Grammy Awards in 2009, causing their eventual split, started following Rihanna's tweets.

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/rihanna-and-chris-brown-reconnect-via-twitter/8946418

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Lipton Iced Tea teams with Pandora to showcase natural music

Lipton Iced Tea, a joint venture between Pepsi and Unilever, has partnered with the Pandora streaming music service on a new promotion that aims to showcase ?The Natural Side of Music?.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045240&c=1

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Switch's Grapest Challenge... EVER!

Hello, We're sitting in the studio before the show and Simple Plan have just left us. It was very chaotic and unfortunatly for us they left a momento. Vomit in our bin. They're playing three gigs today a record for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/switchs_grapest_challenge_ever.shtml

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Nokia dissolves Ovi

Nokia is folding its Ovi brand after four years.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045243&c=1

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Tuesday, 17 May 2011

Nokia dissolves Ovi

Nokia is folding its Ovi brand after four years.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045243&c=1

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Wadsworth's speech at The Great Escape

BPI chairman Tony Wadsworth gave a keynote speech at last week's Great Escape Festival to launch MusicTank?s fourth industry report: Remake, Remodel: The Evolution Of The Record Label.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045245&c=1

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Gavin DeGraw to Release "Sweeter" on August 9th

Sweet! Platinum-selling singer, songwriter and musician Gavin DeGraw will release a brand-new album, entitled Sweeter, on J Records on August 9th, 2011. The album's first single is "Not Over You," which GDG co-wrote with OneRepublic's Ryan Tedder, who also produced the track. Gavin and Ryan first

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/gavin-degraw-to-release-sweeter-on-august-9th/8939270

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Spatula: The Epithiny

Tonight we created radio history the comedian and Skins writer Josie Long camer up with an idea to confound and confuse teachers across the nation whilst simultaneously giving you a burst of joy amongst the turgid boredom of homework. We...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/spatula_the_epithiny.shtml

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The Grapest Challenge Ever - Safety Video

Here on the show we take Safety very very seriously. We advise you not to do our Grapest Challenge Ever at home because it's all done under highly controlled conditions. Don't believe us? Check this video out and see for...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/the_grapest_challenge_ever_saf.shtml

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JVC Mobile Launches "Turn Me on 4: Decades"

JVC Mobile Entertainment (www.mobile.jvc.com), a leading developer and manufacturer of sophisticated mobile, audio, and video products, announces the launch of its 2011 Turn Me on 4: Decades campaign featuring artists, Lita Ford, Candlebox, Puddle of Mudd, and Rev Theory. The campaign will feature a

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/jvc-mobile-launches-turn-me-on-4-decades/8939591

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Spatula: The Epithiny

Tonight we created radio history the comedian and Skins writer Josie Long camer up with an idea to confound and confuse teachers across the nation whilst simultaneously giving you a burst of joy amongst the turgid boredom of homework. We...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/spatula_the_epithiny.shtml

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Bing launches photography competition with Dizzee Rascal

Search engine Bing is partnering with Dizzee Rascal, with the rapper editing the site's UK homepage as part of a photography competition.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045244&c=1

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Circus Action

Do do doo-doo-do do do-do do dooooo.. that's the circus music as Annie & Grimmy went to Cirque Du Soleil at The Royal Albert hall to try and see if they could join the circus... check out how they got...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/02/circus_action.shtml

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Indie labels set out their stall for Label Market

Signed records, a hand-crafted fanzine and a Domino bag are all part of the attractions at this Saturday?s Independent Label Market in central London.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045250&c=1

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Elliot Minors Christmas Songs

Elliot Minor came into the studio to sing us some live acoustic Christmas tracks... and you want to see them don't you? Ok here they are.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/elliot_minors_christmas_songs.shtml

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It's the weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend!

Chris - is packing for Carlisle, then he's heading up north for the weekend where he may play on his games console

Dave - is producing a potentially award winning parody and then he's driving up north

Dom - is going to the gym to renew his membership and then he's packing for Carlisle

Tina - is presenting 60 seconds on BBC Three tonight

Aled - has a meeting at R1 HQ, then he's having lunch with a friend in town and this afternoon he's meeting someone at Television Centre

Matt - is recovering from last night, working hard to prepare our trip to Carlisle and then going to some drinks tonight

Sam - is recovering from last night, has a meeting, then will be having a big drink tonight. Oh dear.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/05/its_the_weeeeeeeeeeeeeekend_1.html

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Backstage on the Hollyoaks set with Ricky Whittle

Well ho, ho, ho and Joy to the World! How you keeping? Done all your Christmas shoppping yet? Nah, neither of I. Tell you what though, have a lil' break from all the Xmas madness and see Hollyoaks in a...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/backstage_with_the_hollyoaks_l.shtml

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Hiya Tuesday!

Chris - has some meetings, a spot of training, then will be making a big chilli

Dave - is buying some jeans and some shorts, then going to the zoo

Dom - will be cheering on Newcastle United tonight and probably have a BBQ to celebrate the warm weather

Aled - after a series of meetings he is going to the park to fall asleep then going to see trainer number 2

Tina - is spending lots of time out doors and returning a pair of wedges she got for her birthday

Sam - is literally doing work all day - then quizzing tonight in a pub with no outdoor area - which seems a bit silly considering the weather.

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/hiya_tuesday.html

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It's Wednesday, OK?

Chris - is going to the gym and then will be writing some parodies

Dave - is going ice skating in Nottingham (twice)

Sam - has a fair few meetings then will be trying to get home for some sleep.

Matt - has several meetings and then tonight he's going for a curry with some mates

Dom - is meeting a man...sounds mysterious

Tina - will be having lunch with a friend and then doing some exercise

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/chrismoyles/2011/04/its_wednesday_ok.html

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Mac's podcast links

So Annie in her post Christmas state couldn't quite work out how to put a link to Russell Brand's podcasts, so has called upon me to do it for her... which is great as this can count as her Christmas...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2007/12/macs_podcast_links.shtml

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Videos Galore

If you've not heard the show over the last two weeks you've been missing out on loads of things, but as we're so lovely (and modest) we've put some videos online of us doing stuff for you to see with...

Source: http://www.bbc.co.uk/blogs/anniemac/2008/01/videos_galore.shtml

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Nokia dissolves Ovi

Nokia is folding its Ovi brand after four years.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045243&c=1

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Music Week to host debate at International Music Summit

Music Week will be conducting a Question Time-style debate at the International Music Summit later this month in Ibiza featuring key executives from across the dance music sector.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045236&c=1

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Jimmie's Chicken Shack Playing Free Festival Next Weekend

Jimmie's Chicken Shack, best known for their fun, upbeat MTV hits "High," and "Do Right," will be making their appearance at the Seaside Music Festival on Saturday, May 21st. That's next week, it's the best day ever since it's my birthday and to top it all off, the show is free. Jimmie's Chicken

Source: http://www.artistdirect.com/entertainment-news/article/jimmie-s-chicken-shack-playing-free-festival-next-weekend/8938821

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Homegrown talent reaps indie rewards

XL Recordings raced to the top of Music Week?s league table ranking UK A&R albums performance in quarter one, after putting out the most successful release in its history.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045225&c=1

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Myspace Australia closes

The Australian office of Myspace has closed.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045216&c=1

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Market improvement gives hope for American dream

While the champagne bottles remain firmly corked for the time being, recent weeks have seen evidence of a modest revival in the US music market after years of decline.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045224&c=1

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Lenny Kravitz stars in new Jeep ad campaign

Four time Grammy winning singer Lenny Kravitz has signed up to become a brand ambassador for the new 2011 Jeep Wrangler vehicle, appearing in a national advertising campaign and an upcoming short film.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045221&c=1

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Monday, 16 May 2011

Capital celebrates national and regional Rajars run

The first RAJARS of the year made pleasing reading for Global Radio as strong performances across breakfast and daytime saw 95.8 Capital FM regain the crown as London?s most listened to commercial station for the first time in six years.

Source: http://www.musicweek.com/story.asp?sectioncode=1&storycode=1045233&c=1

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