For 30 years Chris Chaos has worked hands on with radio and records as a
successful Brand Manager for Cumulus Broadcasting, Music and Program
Director for Clear Channel Radio, Production & Imaging Editor and On Air
Radio personality in small and large markets across the country.
1979
Chris is youngest on the East Coast to receive his FCC 3rd
Class Radiotelephone Operators License and immediately begins working
closely with all Major and many minor and independent record labels,
management companies and artist executives.
1986
He introduced Spyro Gyra at the Newport Jazz Festival.
1995
He was one of the first Music Directors in the country to add a song
from then unknown country artist Toby Keith - “Blue Moon” and
since, has received dozens of industry plaques, gold and platinum albums
and awards in recognition of millions in record sales.
1996
Chris saved the life of a call in listener and received National
attention with the lead story on Inside Edition, ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX TV
while becoming one of the most trusted names for artist management in
the business.
2002
WQSM Q-98 was nominated as NATIONAL small market R&R station of the year
2004 under Chaos’ music, imaging, production and programming direction
2008
Received the NSAI (Nashville Songwriters Association International)
recognition award for his efforts of local music and artists in
Chaos has interviewed hundreds of recording artists and TV celebrities, Hall of Fame rockers and format leading superstars in all musical genres. He’s emceed hundreds of concerts, thousands of party’s, a gazillion club events and even UFC ring announcer, etc.
1)
What was your first job in radio?First paying gig was as a News reporter covering town hall meetings for the city of
2) What is your favorite radio station outside of the market and why?
98 Rock in
3) What's your take on current music? Is it as good as six months ago, better, or about the same?
The mainstream Rock format is the BEST it's ever been! OMG, between the KILLER classic artists and head bangers -- GNR, AC/DC, Metallica, Crue, Candlebox -- and newer rock, the format is oozing plutonium.
4) If you could add any one full-time position to your budget with no questions asked, what would it be?
Afternoon-drive female sidekick. Syndicate a safe, yet interactive "tap dancing on the landmines" rock show.
5) What's the best concert you've been to so far this year?
Scott Weiland solo at the Atlanta Tabernacle.
6) Tell us what music we would find on your car or home CD player (or turntable) right now and what is it you enjoy about that particular selection?
New Alice In Chains, Aerosmith "Get Your Wings," Big & Rich “Horse of a different color," Beatles "LOVE," Pink Floyd "The Wall" -- and a local band out of Fayetteville called The FIFTH is Shinedown meets Godsmack!
7) What was the most embarrassing thing that ever happened to you at a remote?
I introduced Jesse James Dupree & Dixie Inc instead of the opening band: Jesse James Dupree's son Nigels band as the headliner on stage this past weekend!
8) What is the most rewarding promotion or activity your station has ever been involved with to benefit the community or a charity?
Rock 103 teamed up with the 26th Annual Toys for Tots Bike Parade this past Sunday. Three Columbus City Police Cars began the parade, followed by 10
9) Most of us have known or even worked for a "colorful" owner/GM/air talent. Care to share a story?
At one station near a lake in a city, one of the owners filed a stolen property claim on the CDs that were given to us for free, but stolen from the company van.
10) How often do you do remotes and which work best for the station?
We're #1 biller and killing in the ratings. We are in high demand and extremely active because we appeal to a wide demographic. We went to
Favorite artist you have met?
Steven Tyler
What do you do in your spare time?
Shoot concerts as a photographer.
How do you stay in tune with your audience?
I hang out with them
Your radio or records' dream gig?
Being able to focus and grow and afternoon rock show in a large or major market without the other 75 hats ...
What is the best advice you would give to young programmers/promotion people?
Have a healthy collection of swag as your 401k