"Shotgun Tom" Kelly to receive a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame! (Program 108)

We are proud to announce that our dear friend "Shotgun Tom" Kelly will be the recepient of a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.  The ceremonies are scheduled for Tuesday, April 30, at 11:30 AM Pacific Time.  All are invited to attend this event.  If you are not in the Southern California area, the event will be streamed live at this site: www.walkoffame.com  The video of the ceremony will be available at the site for a time after the event.  For further information on Shotgun and this event, please go to: http://www.walkoffame.com/pages/upcoming-ceremonies

On program 108, Shotgun joins us to tell us the story of how he came to receive this honor, and he shares with us some details of the process involved.  He also recounts a few of his memories and achievements that have led up to his being recognized by this honor, for his years of radio broadcasting.

Galaxy Nostalgia Network salutes Shotgun, and we offer him our most hearty congratulations on the occasion of this great tribute!

Galaxy Guys Wrap Up "Tribute to KCBQ"

Co-Producers Mike Bragg and Gilbert Smith of Galaxy Nostalgia Network are proud to announce the premier of their joint venture video that profiles the history of San Diego AM Radio Top 40 powerhouse KCBQ. Although the station no longer plays music format, the memories live on. In August 2010, a monument was dedicated to the station and staff. Here's the KCBQ story, and the dedication of the monument with remarks by many radio pros who worked there.

Visiting with the Dean of San Diego Radio Broadcasters (Podcast 67)

Jack Vincent was the overnight air talent for many years in the 1950s and 60s on KCBQ Radio in San Diego. On Podcast 67, Smitty and Mike pay a visit to Jack, and talk to him about his recollections not only on his radio career, but also his interesting life. Jack is approaching his 94th birthday, and he has the wonderful ability to recall in great detail many aspects of his fascinating life. We are also very pleased to announce that this marks the first one-hour episode of Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site. Look for more full hour episodes coming in the future!

Tommy Sarmiento: Then and Now (Podcast 45)

What was it like to work on the air at a radio station on weekends, holidays, and as vacation relief? Former San Diego radio personality Tommy Sarmiento joins us on Podcast 45 to share the experiences from his early days in radio. He also tells us about the changes he saw in the radio industry and in technology during his radio career.

Shotgun Tom Bobblehead Doll and Smitty's Pool Hall Punk Portrait (Podcast 24)

In part two of our interview with Shotgun Tom Kelly, he mentions the Bobblehead Doll which is available. Also, shown here is Smitty's Pool Hall Punk picture, painted by artist Dan Mills, that hangs along with others in Shotgun's Pool Hall.

If you would like to order your own Shotgun Tom Bobblehead, they can be purchased here: http://www.collectors-collectibles.com/

For more information on Dan Mills, the artist who painted Smitty's picture, visit his web site at: http://www.danmillsart.com/

Unveiling the KCBQ Monument - August 28, 2010

Shotgun Tom Kelly AND the Story of Highway Patrol TV Show

Coming Soon to Galaxy Moonbeam Night Site: Veteran Radio Personality "Shotgun Tom" Kelly (shown in photo of authentic Dan Matthews' Highway patrol Car) and the story of the popular 1950s TV series starring Broderick Crawford.

Radio Jingle Production-Behind the Scenes

Here's a grat piece of radio history, an actual 1997 studio session of the Shotgun Tom, KRTH 101 jingle by the Johnny Mann Singers. They did the majority of radio jingles in L.A. radio for the past 45 years. Shotgun Tom will be a guest on an upcoming segment of Galaxy Moonbeam Nightsite. He's a great guy, and the true "DJ Emeritus of Southern California AM/FM msic radio---Stay Tuned!