CLEVELAND – November 17, 2021 – iHeartMedia Cleveland’s 100.7 WMMS Cleveland’s Rock Station, announced today a contract extension for “Rover’s Morning Glory.” The multi-year extension for Shane “Rover” French includes the continuation of his nationally syndicated morning show and development of additional audio and video content for iHeartMedia and Rover’s own company, via RMG TV. “Rover’s Morning Glory” will continue to broadcast weekday mornings from 100.7 WMMS.
“Rover is a once-in-a-generation talent who, fourteen years ago, saved the legendary Buzzard from extinction and began what will be the most successful run in the mornings at 100.7 WMMS, which is saying a lot,” said Keith Hotchkiss, President of iHeartMedia Cleveland. “His influence reaches far beyond Cleveland, with a giant audience on radio, streaming services, podcasts and video. Now he’ll expand upon his incredible run with iHeart for many years to come. Stay tuned for what’s next!”
“I’m thrilled to continue and expand my partnership with iHeartMedia, the undisputed leader in audio entertainment,” said Rover. “Thanks to this deal, ‘Rover’s Morning Glory’ will reach the incredible milestone of 25 years on the air in Cleveland, which is even more remarkable since I’m just 29 years old.”
“Rover’s Morning Glory” originates from 100.7 FM WMMS in Cleveland, Ohio and can currently be heard on the following stations: 92.1 REAL RADIO in West Palm Beach, Florida; 95.7-HD2 QMF in Louisville, Kentucky; ALT 103.9 in Dayton, Ohio; Radio 95.1 in Rochester, New York; WCZR in Vero Beach, Florida; 92.5 KGB in Binghamton, New York; WQYZ in Biloxi, Mississippi; WRKK in Williamsport, Pennsylvania; Rock 94.1 in Florence, South Carolina; 93.3 The Wolf in Youngstown, Ohio; 102.3 The Fox in Mansfield, Ohio; 107.5 WZRX in Lima, Ohio; and WBRW in Blacksburg, Virginia.
Rover began his radio career in his hometown of Las Vegas in 1996. He has been an on-air personality in several cities including Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Denver and Knoxville. Fans can follow “Rover’s Morning Glory” through the interactive RoverRadio.com website that includes RMG-TV as well as iHeartRadio.com and the iHeartRadio app.
iHeartMedia is the leading media outlet in the Cleveland market with multiple platforms, including its broadcast stations, live events and data; and its digital businesses and platforms, including mobile, social and its own iHeartRadio, iHeartMedia’s free all-in-one digital music, podcasting and live streaming radio service – with 3 billion app downloads and more than 150 million registered users.
About iHeartMedia Cleveland
iHeartMedia Cleveland owns and operates WAKS, WGAR, WHLK, WMJI, WMMS, WTAM, WARF, REAL 106.1, BIN 99.1, and PRIDE Radio Cleveland, and is part of iHeartMedia. iHeartMedia, Inc. [Nasdaq: IHRT] is the leading audio media company in America, reaching over 250 million people each month. It is number one in both broadcast and digital streaming radio as well as podcasting and audio ad tech, and includes three business segments: The iHeartMedia Multiplatform Group; the iHeartMedia Digital Audio Group; and the Audio and Media Services Group. Visit iHeartMedia.com for more company information.