Media Bureau Announces New Filing Procedures

Today the FCC released a public notice outlining new filing procedures eliminating use of the Consolidated Database System (CDBS) as of 5PM January 12.  According to the Commission "this action is necessary due to pressing technical issues that prevent the effective... Read More.

Former WMAS PD Paul “Boom Boom Cannon” passes away

Paul G. Boulais (also affectionately known as Paul “Boom Boom Cannon”), 67 years young, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 4th, 2022 at Backus Hospital in Norwich, due to complications from metastatic urothelial carcinoma. Paul was born on June 10th, 1954 in Putnam, CT, the son... Read More.

Still time for electing RMLC representation for ASCAP and BMI

From Radio Music Licensing Committee Executive Director Bill Velez comes two forms in which stations can elect for RMLC representation in future negotations (and possibly litigation) with ASCAP and BMI.  While the initial due date was September 15, Mr. Velez has indicated that the... Read More.

Influential former WBCN GM Al Perry has died

Longtime radio and music industry veteran and influential WBCN General Manager Al Perry has died.  Full obituary below and on the web here.  Our condolences to Al's extended family, friends, and former radio colleagues. Alfred... Read More.

State broadcasters file comments opposing Form 395-B reinstatement

The Massachusetts Broadcastesr Association, in combination with the state broadcasters associations from every other state, the District of Columbia, and Puerto Rico, filed extensive Joint Reply Comments urging the FCC to reject the proposed reinstatement of FCC Form 395-B, which requires broadcast stations to... Read More.

Hall of Fame luncheon postponed

New date for induction will be chosen in the near future With rising COVID numbers across the country, many companies are delaying bringing workers back into offices or allowing them to attend outside events.  While vaccination numbers in Massachusetts are very good, we feel... Read More.