Save to an Ancestry Tree, a virtual cemetery, your clipboard for pasting or Print. "It is the end of an era,' listener Maura Harrigan said. Laura
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As late as the week of WMJX's relaunch, Radio & Records reported that Greater Media was considering two formats for the station: country music, or bringing its "Magic" adult contemporary format to Boston. knowledgeable alternative music base. a few more obscure ones. Boucher has been with WMJX since its launch in 1982 and was the first on-air voice heard on the station. It did not do so again until 2012 (choosing to change to Christmas music on December 5, 2012),[26] although then-sister station WROR-FM broadcast an all-Christmas format during the holidays from 2007 to 2011. He was a charter member of the Arundel Eagles, member of the York County Veterans Alliance, and a member of Le Voltigeur Club. In 2007, the station was nominated for the "Adult Contemporary Station of the Year" award for the top 25 radio markets by Radio & Records magazine; other nominees included KOST in Los Angeles, WALK-FM in Patchogue, New York, WLTW in New York City, WBEB in Philadelphia, and KEZK-FM in St. Holley is new to full-time sports radio, but
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Family members linked to this person will appear here. The product of a broken and unhappy home, he had a troubled childhood, and at the age of 9, he was sent to a reform school in Albion, Michigan. In a statement posted on Facebook, MAGIC 106.7 said Boucher hosted "Bedtime Magic" solo for 40 years and was the first voice on the radio station when it first signed on. Thanks for your help! He was born in Biddeford, March 14, 1951 to Eli and Irene (King) Boucher. Your guide to staying entertained, from live shows and outdoor fun to the newest in museums, movies, TV, books, dining, and more. She is from France. WebBoucher is known for his idyllic and voluptuous paintings on classical themes, decorative allegories, and pastoral scenes. In his 40 years on the air, he never intentionally revealed his face to fans. of the bargain with a high level of quality conversation. and wonderful Charlie O'Brien, who left WZID-FM for Los Angeles. belittling and quite often annoying, but make no mistake about
LOW HIGH. [28] In 2020, Oneohtrix Point Never released "Magic Oneohtrix Point Never", paying more homage to the station's brand.[29]. of humor, and Sue Cope is a great news reader. cemeteries found within miles of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. For 40 years bedtime magic was playing on my alarm clock radio. There are
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"40 years is a long time and I feel very fortunate to have been able to spend that time at one dial position, one time slot, on one great radio station. WMJX has had only four program directors during its entire run; Jack Casey was the original program director from 1981 to WXRV FM, 92.5, Haverhill, Mass.--A former journeyman has found a home
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With 10 years of experience working running in the background (from seemingly floor to ceiling) while
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He now works at one of the most respected radio
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never quite fit the mold, having been employed as a car salesman
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process and a slight chip-on-the-shoulder atttitude. makes him comes off as loveable rather than obnoxious; the twinkle
He was the first voice on MAGIC when it signed on 40 years ago. Please keep checking
[2] The frequency again changed to 92.9MHz on August 10, 1947[2] (the 100.7 frequency was reoccupied by WCOP-FM, now WZLX, in 1948). son of the late, legendary Providence, R.I. radio/tv personality
WebBoucher has a deep, soothing voice that never tires, ironic in the fact that it will make you tire. has grown by leaps and bounds in just a few months (he succeeded
for granted and bring us all the silly jokes, bad puns and great
On December 31, 1971, WBZ-FM became a rock music station as "Rockin' Stereo 106.7"[10] programming mostly top 40 with some album cuts. Sidekick Tom Doyle brings a real
Magic 106.7 On-Demand. Becoming a Find a Grave member is fast, easy and FREE. This browser does not support getting your location. there. [2] Initially, W67B/WBZ-FM was largely separately-programmed,[2] though in later years it became a simulcast of its AM sister station. Try again later. and visitors should find appealing (with some personalities from
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WebTwo of the personalities on "Magic", Nancy Quill and David Allan Boucher, had been on the station since its inception; for many years, Quill was heard on middays, while ", Still, Adams fits in with
10 Visits. On July 19, 2016, Beasley Media Group announced it would acquire Greater Media and its 21 stations (including WMJX) for $240 million. Nowlin's relationship with his audience
David Allan Boucher at Magic 106.7 in Brighton. Please contact Find a Grave at [emailprotected] if you need help resetting your password. WebBoucher announced his retirement on June 8, 2022. the media could not have found a full-time spot for him since
But that is why he has been a staple at Magic 106.7 for three decades -- he can cast a sandman spell on the most uptight corporate yuppies needing to unwind. All photos uploaded successfully, click on the
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The man behind Bedtime Magic would much rather be heard Boucher wrote, "40 years is After over 40 years hosting Found more than one record for entered Email, You need to confirm this account before you can sign in. in energy, consistency and too many lightweight topic segments. Thanks for using Find a Grave, if you have any feedback we would love to hear from you. Failed to remove flower. the drive home. Without themthere wouldnt have been a show, Boucher said in a statement posted to the stations Facebook page. With that in mind, let's take a look at
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"I'm very grateful to the generations of freinds who spent so many years with us every night. View More. Carlo, WCRB-FM 102.5 ,Waltham, Mass. He has an announcer's voice -- as opposed to bad voices
The WMJX studios are located in Boston's AllstonBrighton neighborhood, while the station transmitter resides on the Prudential Tower in Downtown Boston. Bridges, WCTK-FM 98.1 New Bedford/Providence -- Although young,
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Best MatchPowered by Whitepages Premium David Michael Bouchier Long Beach, CA (El Dorado Park North) AGE 80+ AGE 80+ David Michael Bouchier ago at Channel 56 Boston! 40 years is a long time and I feel very fortunate to have been able to spend that time at one dial position, one time slot, on one great radio station, said Boucher. great instincts -- knowing when to break, talk over songs, and
There was an error deleting this problem. ), After securing a new license for operation on 106.7MHz, Westinghouse signed on a second WBZ-FM on December 15, 1957. Streamline Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Daily industry headlines plus breaking news bulletins. comes from our editorial staff. The fabric used in her clothing is made from discarded textiles and breathes new life into materials that would otherwise end up as waste. Make sure that the file is a photo. Adams also had an Emmy award-winning sports
that could be better. David Allan Boucher announced Wednesday that he is retiring as the host of "Bedtime Magic" on MAGIC 106.7, the longest-running radio show in Boston. Im very grateful to the generations of friends who spend so many years with us every night. WMJX received a "Radio Active" Grammy Award in 1998 for programming excellence. enjoy his job. of a cross between a wacky top 40 disc jockey and an entertainer
Once got susupended at another radio station for telling his
format, which she has been doing on this great radio station
from a slightly different and somewhat twisted perspective. reporting Red Sox scores, having his mouth full of food when
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spontaneity might be gone with tighter playlists, very specific
[22] The FCC approved the sale on October 6, 2016, and the sale closed on October 31, 2016. Ordway is incredibly perceptive and cuts to the chase like no
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the great Bob Neumeier). David Allan Boucher, host of Bedtime Magic, told listeners Wednesday night that hes retiring, ending a four-decade run as host of Magic 106.7s popular Like the Monkees, he's "too
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Boucher has hosted Bedtime Magic solo for 40 years and it has been the longest running and most successful night-time show in the history of Boston An email has been sent to the person who requested the photo informing them that you have fulfilled their request, There is an open photo request for this memorial. Glenn
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After over 40 years hosting Bedtime Magic at night on Audacy AC Magic 106.7 WMJX Boston, David Allan Boucher will be winding the show down in the next few weeks. a few years back, but have been left off the list due to lack
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David Bouchers income source is mostly from being a successful Cyclist. Cadillac Jack was named program director in 2013. In early 2006, WMJX launched its digital HD2 subchannel with a smooth jazz format, a mix of traditional and contemporary jazz, fusion and new adult contemporary music.[27]. Your Scrapbook is currently empty. //-->, New England Dining Favorites and Hidden Gems, Scenic New England Photo
Your account has been locked for 30 minutes due to too many failed sign in attempts. David Allan Boucher, who has hosted Bedtime Magic (7pm-12am) at AC Magic 106.7 WMJX Boston for 40 years, has Patricia Camaioni said. busy singing to put anybody down. Lance also advises stations, talent and brands on digital content strategies, programming integrations, and brand extensions. for many years to stay at KISS 108 showcasing his considerable
WMJX (106.7 FM) branded Magic 106.7 is a commercial adult contemporary radio station licensed to Boston, Massachusetts. We will review the memorials and decide if they should be merged. perimeter stations included, as they can be heard in the Boston
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WMJX broadcasts Christmas music between mid-November and December 25, with holiday songs also heard year-round on an HD2 subchannel. A quick
U.S., Cemetery and Funeral Home Collection, 1847-Current, Thank you for fulfilling this photo request. Discover David Bouchers Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. The host of the station's successful late Called "Bo Bo" by longtime friends, he was known to give you the shirt off his back. Without themthere wouldnt have been a show.. [14] The sale was completed on January 1, 1982. a staple at Magic 106.7 for three decades -- he can cast a sandman
Bouchers announcement comes after Boston radio icon, The man behind Bedtime Magic would much rather be heard than seen, Matthew Siegel of KISS 108s Matty in the Morning show announced his retirement. -- Carlo doesn't sound like your
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his audience. Was in and out of juvenile correctional facilities from age nine to age eighteen; in and out of prisons, including the Ohio State Penitentiary and Marion Correctional Institution until 1967; singer and songwriter, 1967 . The change in management in 2013, marked the end of the policy of "home grown" edits, and most (if not all) of these songs were replaced with the full versions that were supplied by the record companies. Sarandis, WEEI AM Sports Radio 850, Boston -- Studied, serious
"Thank you, DA Boucher and Magic 106.7 for 40 years of Bedtime Magic. She is a member of famous Cyclist with the age 41 years old group. cemeteries found within kilometers of your location will be saved to your photo volunteer list. map as a great radio town -- Jess Cain, Dave Maynard, Larry Justice,
and Bertie Higgins ("Key Largo"). a Tom Brokaw imitation. In response the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued a $4,000 fine to Greater Media, the station's owners.[20][21]. For much of the early 2000s (except for 2005), WMJX was one of the very few AC stations not to broadcast wall-to-wall Christmas music during the weeks leading up to Christmas. Photos larger than 8Mb will be reduced. "He was the first voice on Magic when it signed on 40 years ago and has been a mainstay on Magic 106.7 since," a station Facebook post read. A few years later, the transmission equipment was relocated to the Prudential Tower, improving the station's signal in Downtown Boston. Boucher has hosted the show, which airs weekdays from 7 p.m. to midnight, since its creation in 1982. calm down "Extreme Homes" host Ty Pennington with just
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Use Escape keyboard button or the Close button to close the carousel. The studios and offices are located Without themthere wouldnt have been a show, Boucher said in a statement posted to the stations. WebLiked by David Allan Boucher Join now to see all activity Experience Programming Entercom 2018 - 20224 years Greater Boston Area Programming Radio Broadcasting There was a problem getting your location. of sorts in many circles. Oops, some error occurred while uploading your photo(s). Easy-going,
based on information from your browser. and catchy music made radio fun. Bouchers Night Mix lineup varies, but if youre looking to create a romantic vibe, his show is the one to have playing in the background. [2] Westinghouse soon sought a commercial FM license, and on February 19, 1941, was granted a construction permit for W67B on 46.7,[3] W1XK left the air for good on December 28, 1941, and W67B signed on March 29, 1942. Scott
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