Payola fallout leaves rock 'n' roll largely unchanged
New York critics say payola scandals did not reshape pop music. DJs like Mark Olds and William B. Williams note payola promoted best selling records but had little effect on overall trends. Now album-driven radio and a split market between teens seeking singles and older listeners embracing albums dominate the scene.
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Word Star Means Less on TV Than in Movies
The article argues that in television the term star is broad and overused, applying to anyone with more than a couple of lines. It notes variety shows label the host as the title, while dramatic series spotlight one or two leading stars, with co star often used for supporting roles. Diana Lynn is cited as an example where others in the cast are listed as co stars.
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Shrine Circus Here Two Days Next Week
The Clyde Bros. bring the Shrine Circus to the Mower County Fairgrounds for Monday and Tuesday with a salute to Alaska and Hawaii. Bernard Moody says the grand entry and final number total 14 acts or displays including the Royal Hungarians and Capt. David Hoover lions. Matinees 2 15 pm, evening shows 8 pm, with general admission selling at the gate.
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20th Century Puts Cronkite Into the Action
CBS plans a new season of 20th Century with Walter Cronkite actively involved in film from Europe and Asia, expanding beyond studio narration. The fall slate features Case of the Dangerous Robin about an insurance man and successful syndication for Shotgun Slade and Manhunt in their second seasons.
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TV Writers Reach Four Percent From Rerun Gross
After a five month strike, the Writers Guild secures four percent of gross receipts from all reruns. About 50 New York producers were affected as the pact shifts writers from only five domestic reruns to ongoing rerun pay. The industry hopes to meet fall deadlines after production delays.
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Writers Guild
Crosby Trio Ready for Taping Big Show
The Crosby trio Phillip Dennis and Lindsay are set to tape their dad’s ABC TV special on August 23 for fall exposure marking a rare family broadcast event on national television.
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Director Chosen for Religious Show but No Sponsor Yet
Dramatist Henry Denker has been picked as executive producer and writer for a series of religious NBC programs. NBC seeks a sponsor for the 30 minute shows costing $200,000 each. Richard Linkroum, NBC president, says the project has the support of Protestant Catholic and Jewish groups but not formal endorsement.
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