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Old 04-11-2009, 06:02 PM   #14 (permalink)
Gavin B.
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Originally Posted by Gurthanthaclops View Post
That about sums up why you have your own radio broadcast. Whilst i do not
My broadcast on a college radio station pays me enough money to keep my inventory of songs up to date. It's easy enough to get a mainstream radio gig but you will have very little control over the selection of music you play.

Since I spin music as a labor of love, I have very little interest in a career as a "radio personality." I did that for a few years, got great Arbitron ratings but hated every minute of it.

So 10 years ago, I moved from the east coast to the heartland and got broadcast gig that I produce, program and host at a college station. It pays a pittance but I'll never spin another Madonna record again, even if someone puts a gun to my head.

If you want to broadcast or be a club deejay, don't give up,. but I'd be lying to you if I told you that it was the road to riches.
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