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Where are all the DJ’s?

Recently, at the dentist office, of all places, I heard of the newest station in Boise, KZMG FM 102.7. I could hear the crooning of Kelly Clarkson over the harsh drilling of my tooth. I must admit, listening to this newest station was the most pleasant part of my appointment. Afterwards, I entered my car and dialed the call numbers into the radio. As I listened, I realized that I hadn't heard any disc jockey’s friendly observations on this radio station, just the continuous flow of today’s hits.   As if to answer my question, a disembodied voice informed the listeners to go online to request songs . I thought this was a clever idea—after all, we do tend to go to the Internet for everything.  With listeners submitting their play lists on line was another reason for no DJs. I made a mental check list of the other radio stations sans DJ’s – Bob FM 96.  and 105.1 Variety Rock .  I began to wonder—are we witnessing a new trend now? I am of a generation where DJ’...