The Gavin Report was a San Francisco-based radio industry trade publication. The publication was founded by radio performer Bill Gavin in 1958.[1] Its Top 40 listings were used for many years by programmers to decide content of programs.[2] The publication was also responsible for running the Gavin Seminar, a convention for radio industry members.[3] In February 2002, United Business Media, who had owned the Gavin Report since 1992, decided to close the publication. Gavin executives cited a lack of cooperation on the part of media conglomerates (specifically naming Clear Channel Communications and Infinity Broadcasting), as well as poor convention attendance as reasons for the closure.[3]
| Editor | Various |
|---|---|
| Categories | Radio industry/trade publication |
| Frequency | Monthly |
| Founder | Bill Gavin |
| Founded | 1958 |
| Final issue | 2002 |
| Country | United States |
| Based in | San Francisco |
| Language | English |
| OCLC | 34039542 |
References
edit- ^ Fong-Torres, Ben (September 7, 2008). "Radio Waves". San Francisco Chronicle. Retrieved September 6, 2008.
- ^ "Bill Gavin, the Founder in '58 of List on Air Play of Records". The New York Times. January 30, 1985. Retrieved September 6, 2008.
- ^ a b Selvin, Joel (February 22, 2002). "British owner pulling plug on S.F.'s Gavin". San Francisco Chronicle. Retrieved September 6, 2008.
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