She had been the competition over at CHFI for ten years but, you couldnt hide the chemistry between them on the air. Whatever youre doing, may the bunny be good to you, may your heart be full and may you make some memories of your own. Tickets on sale now at RBCCanadianOpen.com See more Longtime local radio personality Mike Cooper is hanging up his earphones as co-host of 98.1 CHFI 's "Erin and Mike in the Morning show.". I was at the CNE on August 25 that year, to see my beloved Osmonds at the Grandstand. Thats one Lauren had as a toddler, then we gave it to Ian and Anita and their three childrenand the day after Laurens wedding, he delivered it back to her. I dont display them in the house theyre just some fond memories. Rob and I put together a little something for the radio. "[12][13] This turned around CHFI's popularity, as the station reclaimed the top spot in the Toronto ratings, while CJEZ's ratings fell. Retweeted. The only good retro show left on the air is Roger Ashby's. You need to enable JavaScript to run this app. I was suspended, but all of the DJs phoned in sick the next day. Somebody else had a great idea, and three disc jockeys got on a wheel in Boston and rode it for almost half a year, taking shifts. For the better part of August, the station would have regular check-ins to see how Mike was doing. Another of Compeau's innovations was Front Row Centre, heard Sunday afternoons at 2 p.m. From kidnappings to cannon-sinking, what lies beneath the Bradford Bypass route? The sergeant who came in said I dont know what we can do about this, but I just want to make sure you never ever work again.. I'm going to guess they nuke it.probably only kept it going recently as a convenient way to keep Cooper on the station in some form. Before sharing the morning show marquee, Cardoso was an entertainment reporter, traffic reporter . Of course, theres a time for appreciation and reflection, but thats for someone else to do. I had such a great time with Maureen, I invited her back to kick out the jams with me. During the mid-1990s, Mike was at 97.3 EZ Rock. Mo will always be part of the CHFI family, and we're grateful for the. Ive taken care of millions of people over the years and now its time to take care of one: my beloved wife and childhood sweetheart Debbie, Cooper said in a prepared statement. Why are you choosing to retire now? I always look to the future and rarely live in the past. Thank you, Mo! Maureen Holloway announced this morning that today was her last day hosting 98.1 CHFI's morning show. Like. It must still be packed in a box somewhere. It seemed the whole city was behind him! I did an April Fools joke where a guy who had been taunting me all day long on April Fools Day worked his way into the studio. After hours of dusty delving, I finally found three pictures in of all places photo albums, whose plastic sleeves are yellow with age. The longtime co-host of 98.1 CHFI's "Erin & Mike in the Morning" told his listeners Friday morning that he doesn't "take back a single joke, a single word, a single laugh or a single smile," that he "I loved it all.". This news from Rogers-owned CHFI comes mere days after a complete overhaul of The Fan 590 lineup, including the dismissal of Scott MacArthur, Richard Deitsch, Rob Wong, Josh Goldberg, Andrew Nie and Jason Rozen. I loved War of the Worlds and thats where I got the idea. Copyright 2022 Canadian Beats Media. A real shame because that was a fantastic show, especially with Tish. It was always a great event and all for a good cause, The Childrens Wish Foundation of Canada. 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Maureen, or Mo if you will, dropped by for a deep dive into her extensive Toronto radio career, and I urge you to revisit this episode of Toronto Mike'd. The record wasnt that important to me, the notoriety was. Please try again, or contact customer service at marketing@halldata.com. There are 3500+ professionals named "Mike Cooper", who use LinkedIn to exchange information, ideas, and opportunities. Copyright 1996-2023 Brunico Communications Ltd. All Rights Reserved. Those laughs mean a lot, and I think they stop the aging process. They even had a CHUM jingle in the report. Its all a part of routine, and I love being part of everybodys routine. We had lightning storms and here I am attached to this giant metal A-frame and it is arcing lightning. My job was to talk on the radio, but now it has evolved and I fell behind in social media, I fell behind with Facebook and Twitter. He was dismissed from his regular on-air spot, only filling in as needed, till eventually leaving CHUM all-together. The second highlight was [working at] CFTR, a struggling radio station with great management and great talent. I was searching among the clippings and magazines, pictures preceding my time at CHFI, which began in 1988. (In 1984, Compeau would become program director of classical station CFMX-FM and use this same format for its overnight program.) I had a lawyer by the name of Julian Porter [who would serve as TTC Commissioner through 1987]. He was a very distinguished man, and he and I hit if off immediately. I dont actually remember what happened back there. - Erin Davis photo. I rode the ferris wheel for 21 days, 10 hours and 10 minutes at the CNE in an open seat with a little canopy over me through all the weather. We put this AM station back together again and took it to number one for about 10 years, which was unheard of. Here she is playing her ten favourite songs of all-time and telling me why she loves the jam. Even if theyre just of the chocolate-covered variety this year. [Meister Eckhart] As always, you can watch a video version of this journal on my Facebook page, or here on YouTube (if there's an ad there, thank Motown!). Learn all about Mike Cooper on AllMusic. Pitch / Send press release. Do it on YOUR terms with love, laughter, and loads of loud music. A 26 year-old song on an oldies show then would have been from 1970, Last edited by RadioAaron (November 14, 2022 10:31 pm), Oh, I get that. Itll be. Just a thought Let us be thankful for the fools. [10][11] At the same time, the station returned to using the point on the station's ID, returned to its soft AC format, and switched its slogan to "Toronto's Lite Favourites. You can go the internet and get it, but we do it in a warm and personal way. In late 2015, Mike Cooper announced his retirement, though would continue to host the classic hits-formatted "Coop's Classics" on Saturday nights. Mike Cooper's wife, Deborah, has passed away at the age of 66. The moment you stop laughing is the moment you slowly die. Mike was on air and at several breaks, mentioned about getting calls from a guy making threats to him. He worked at some of the best stations with CHFI, CHUM, CKGM, CFTR, EZ Rock and maybe a few others I forgot. My hand was waving above everybody else, and thats when I thought What have I done?. Without realizing it, Mike Cooper has touched the last four decades of my life. Cooper was born in Hamilton, Ontario. Republication or distribution of this content is You gave many of us THE most memorable good-byes and Ill never be able to dance you out, as you did me from Casa Loma, ending this radio career Im not even sure was possible without you in my corner. LASSO unveils Lasso in the City lineup! Ian has a very special memory of a Breakfast on the Beach with Lionel Richie. expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of Toronto 30 Under 30 is back with a new name, new outlook, As Prime Minister, Kellie Leitch would scrap CBC, Your Morning embarks on first travel partnership, KitchenAid embraces social for breast cancer campaign, Netflix debates contributions with Canadian Heritage, Online ad exchange AppNexus cuts off Breitbart, 2016 Media Innovation Awards: The complete winners list. She visited Christopher in Mexico and watched pastel sunsets.. Coopers success in broadcasting is the result of his deep-rooted commitment to radio and entertainment. I'm trying to imagine a life without her and in these early days of our family's loss, that's just not possible. When I asked about the tuxedo, Mike mentioned that it was the one he wore on his wedding day many years earlier. It was like a Mini Cooper with a fastback. 98.1 CHFI stories, contests and local events delivered straight to your inbox. It was April 1st, 1976. But theres one thing they cant teach you in college, and that is true personality. Main Photo Credit:CHFI File Photo. Erin Davis announces retirement after nearly 30 years as CHFI host, Maureen Holloway Kick-Starts Toronto Mornings on "Darren & Mo" on 98.1 CHFI Beginning January 9, "Today was Mo's last show on CHFI. In the fall of 2015, Cooper received theCIBC Celebration of Hope in Markham for her inspiring fortitude and resilience. In addition . Since very few had been reissued on LP at this time, a call went out to collectors who loaned their original 78-rpm records to the radio station. Also, this weekend Ian takes off for three weeks in his native PEI and so, from one ocean to another, I send this love letter on the airwaves and the ocean waves to my friend. So thats what were going to do: Were going to do all of those things and take care of one another. Designed by Graymatter Marketing Solutions, And suddenly you know: Its time to start something new & trust the magic of beginnings. Maybe they happened, maybe they didnt, but theyre good stories. I awarded the Bee Gees their first gold record back in the day. Im just so happy for them all. The transition worked, making CHFI one of the longest-running English-language AC stations in Canada. With help from his co-host Davis, who conducted an interview using our questions (and some of her own) we found out why hes leaving now, his future plans and all the details about that 1976 April Fools Day prank on CHUM that went horribly awry. , as you did me from Casa Loma, ending this radio career Im not even sure was possible without you in my corner. Why did you choose to embark on a career in radio? We were unable to log you in. Eventually, CHFI eliminated nearly all instrumental music, and instituted a soft adult contemporary format. I didnt mind getting up in the morning. The page will reload in a moment. As many of you may know, Deb was diagnosed with colon cancer in the summer of 2013. . Share to Facebook. This brought CJEZ's ratings up dramatically, beating CHFI in several target audience demographics. So Mike and the family would like to thank everybody who has offered their support and their kindness at this terrible time.. In June 2003, CHFI, competing closely with rival adult contemporary station CJEZ, revamped their morning show to attract younger listeners. If this is it tonight for Mike Cooper on air, congratulations to him on a great career! Well that was the final Coop's Classics on CHFI last night. It was the best time of my life. [4], In December 1987, Don Daynard became CHFI's new morning show host, a position he would hold until his retirement on December 10, 1999. Whether this will be noted in the show or not is the other question. I struggled the best I could. CHFI soon amassed a collection of over 3,500 period recordings and the reminiscing program became one of the station's biggest successes. He's been replaced by Toronto radio veteran Mike Cooper. PJ, Toronto Mike's episode 1004 with Mike Cooper. Chris Powell chfi.com . As well, some upbeat, rhythmic material was also added, while softer artists such as Air Supply were largely dropped from the station's playlist. Correction - January 11, 2016: This article was edited from a previous version that mistakenly said Mike Cooper's last show was on Friday. The password you have provided is incorrect. You're fired, would you like to come back? So, yeah, Ill pass. 98.1 CHFI (@981CHFI) October 1, 2021. It was really a reason to be somebody, to try and entertain people. Its a hell of a view and Im so sick and tired of it, he told Jeff Davies of the Star, at the time. What will you miss most about morning radio? Coopers courage in battling cancer began in 2013, but all that stopped on Oct. 23 when she passed away at 66, leaving a heartbroken husband Mike, also 66, after 50 years together. We can always hope.. She took over when Erin Davis retired five years ago. Theme by MVP Themes, powered by Wordpress. 1, 1976, he talked on air about getting odd phone calls from a threatening man. By the mid-1980s, the audience for CHFI and other beautiful music stations was beginning to age, while advertisers usually seek younger listeners. Yes, there was a guy named Bill Brown. Listening to New Orleans and Dixieland jazz at local jazz clubs and becoming Involved in local skiffle groups are the first musical activities. In 2009, CHFI returned to mainstream AC, but retained the "Toronto's Lite Favourites" slogan and added the decimal point back in the station identification. Listen to Mike Coopers Retirement Announcement on CHFI here: https://soundcloud.com/981chfi/mike-cooper-announcement. Mo will always be part of the CHFI family, and we're grateful for the chapter she", "Beyond honoured to be asked to temporarily guest host @981chfi's #1 morning show. Radio personality Mike Cooper is seen with his wife, Debbie, who passed away on Oct. 23 after battling cancer for five years. Okay, he did have another job: he drove the van for the Pickle Barrel in his teens until he took a corner too fast and a door flew open. Ive always been fair. Cooper's courage in battling cancer began in 2013, but all that stopped on Oct. 23 when she passed away at 66, leaving a . I hope you hear or heard the show on 98.1 CHFI this morning. Liked. Please see details at www.celebrationofhope.info. Last song was Trooper, Here For a Good Time Not a Long Time. CHFI also initially provided a special Muzak-like background audio service, playing soft instrumental music for offices and retail outlets in the city. Ever since Deborah asked Mike to a Sadie Hawkins dance, their love and zest for life continues to linger beyond the past tense. No one will fill those big shoes, or strangely little chair. View Mike Cooper's profile on LinkedIn, the world's largest professional community. This brought CJEZ's ratings up dramatically, beating CHFI in several target audience demographics. I want to share with you a story or two about . Yes, there were a ton of family pictures (some of those felt like a gut punch), but I tried to hurry past them. Hello everyone! Toronto Star articles, please go to: www.TorontoStarReprints.com, Conversations are opinions of our readers and are subject to the, The Toronto Star and thestar.com, each property of Toronto Star Compeau also created the popular Classics 'til Dawn, an overnight program of popular classical music. In the middle of a live commercial, listeners heard the sound of a door opening, an argument, then several gun shots. Twain: maybe those fools are the ones who are preventing us from succeeding? You see, after a years delay, this May, yours truly is being inducted into the Canadian Broadcast and Music Industry Hall of Fame. If you subscribe to the CHFI newsletter, youll probably have seen a tribute to Ian from his daughter Ava. It was initially owned by CHFI-FM, Ltd.[3] CHFI was the first commercial FM outlet in Toronto to provide its own distinct programming rather than simulcasting an AM station. I got beat up in the middle of the night: a couple of guys stayed over after an AC/DC concert and started rocking the ferris wheel back and forth. Youre not a big fan of looking back at the past are you? The Backstreet Boys certainly deserve their place on a retro show, and eventually the "newer oldies" will replace the "older oldies".My point is that the show has a heritage as an "oldies" program (as in "older oldies"), dating back to the Don Daynard days, and I also think Mike Cooper's audience tends to skew on the older side. In his sign-off for CHFI, Cooper repeatedly praised his wife Debbie, who was with him from his start on-air as a teenager, and through often-low paying jobs in a career that wound through North Bay, Ottawa, Toronto and Montreal. Debbie Cooper had such incredible strength of character, Allan Bell, vice-president, community relations and corporate partnerships at Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation, said. For one thing, I wont have to find out if I can walk in heels. But regardless, I will be tuning in.Coop's Classics now airs 8PM to Midnight on CHFI. In this segment from daytime Toronto, we visit an event held for Mike Cooper as he retires as Co-Host of Erin and Mike in the Morning on 98.1 CHFI. View email address. Mike has 1 job listed on their profile. I even punched two bosses, and Im still working in radio. I want to share with you a story or two about a guy a pillar at CHFI whos leaving the only job he ever had, today. This past Friday, January 8 th, 2016, long time radio personality, Mike Cooper, announced that his final day as co-host, on the CHFI Morning Show, will be Friday January, 29, 2016. And THANK YOU. Debbie has been by his side throughout his entire radio career. Im still here. I got sued for assault and battery because I hit [his would-be assailant] with a crescent wrench. If you subscribe to the CHFI newsletter, youll probably have seen a tribute to Ian from his daughter Ava. The main programming heard from dawn until midnight was traditional easy listening fare, mostly instrumental cover versions of popular hits, as well as Broadway and Hollywood show tunes. maybe the whole cow, and he kind of quit on the spot. But boy did I make a lot of people move. Latest; On Demand . I was in my mid-teens, with a passion for The Osmonds and the Bay City Rollers. Mike S. Cooper is a Canadian radio personality in Toronto, Canada, co hosting the 98.1 CHFI morning show with Erin Davis. 98.1 CHFI is home to the CHFI Saturday Night Show from 6pm to midnight with your host Mik. With a voice like mine, I sound really good-looking. Here are excerpts from this mornings show.https://t.co/pZkKI9KZ1N. It got uglier every day I was behind the wheel. I knew I had to get out because I was in trouble, and the moment I unzipped my canopy I get sucker-punched right in the head. CHFI-FM (98.1 Toronto) Entertainment. A station official said he was on his way to Mexico immediately after his show on Friday. Meeting one of your favourite radio personalities was a big deal! I love that she's holding my youngest in the post-recording pic. Immediately after Fridays show, Cooper headed to Mexico for a listener event. If you were there, we were going to be okay. Because we [offer] instant information. You need to enable JavaScript to run this app. The New Establishment brings 30 Under 30 in a new direction, starting with media professionals. working alongside Mike Cooper. A new CHFI morning show will be announced shortly. As time went on, the modern recordings were phased out and the program featured mainly the period recordings. No one will fill those big shoes, or strangely little chair. No April Fools Day here; I have to read enough tweets from people who have absolutely no scientific knowledge and who probably couldnt spell scientific knowledge if they were challenged to, expounding daily on a global pandemic. I have some great pictures of [me with] rock bands. Im not a big fan of following the rules, but I am a company man. Sail on, my friend. 1. . Music director Michael Compeau created a number of the station's much-imitated programs. Flaws in the Gamstop system have been noticed, contact non Gamstop casinos through this list. (In 1974, host Todd Russell died and was replaced by Sandy Hoyt.) He's filling in during Darren's absence and just doing a fantastic job, having a great . Rumour has it that Erin's new CHFI radio partner will be none other than Mike Cooper whom she co-hosted the morning show at EZ Rock during her gig there. Again, if you would like to hear the original broadcast, it can be found at: http://ondemand.streamtheworld.com/1050chum/. Mike ended the summer by breaking the record at 21 days, 10 hours and 10 minutes! Rob and I adore you, Ian . Deborah Cooper, whose battle against cancer inspired thousands, dies at 66, Even in chemo herself, Deborah Cooper found strength and courage to console other cancer patients, Deborah Cooper honoured at CIBC Celebration of Hope, LIVE NOW: Its May 1 and our top story is 'Everybody's happy place': Newmarket Farmers' Market kicked off revitalization of downtown Main Street, 'Here for everyone': Georgina Public Library joins fine-free movement. I'll be t", Introducing CHFI Mornings with Pooja & Gurdeep, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=CHFI-FM&oldid=1133866852, This page was last edited on 15 January 2023, at 22:22. [17] On November 29, CHFI announced that Pooja Handa and Gurdeep Ahluwalia, formerly of CP24, would begin hosting mornings on January 4, 2022.[18]. Instead of taking care of millions of people every single day, Im going to take care of one, and thats Debbie, and shes going to take care of me. I broke a few rules along the way. . All When, Erins contract was up, she had been made an offer to return to CHFI. 3,058 talking about this. Cooper, originally from Hamilton, made his name as a DJ with a love of bizarre stunts, mostly notably the Great April Fools Day Assassination.. For one [in radio], you have to read a great deal and you cant be shy, but radio was a great way to hide in front of people. . He started something called Radio Westdale a little closed-circuit radio station in the cafeteria. What wont you miss? Now get out there and rock your reWirement. In the 1970s, Todd Russell began hosting a late evening program called Reminiscing featuring modern recordings of popular songs from the 1920s, 1930s, 1940s and 1950s. Can't get enough of Erin Davis, Mike Cooper & The Wiseguys? to have it resent. Send a news tip or press release to Mike Cooper. CHFI is often the most listened-to commercial radio station in Greater Toronto, according to the Numeris ratings. AddThis Sharing Buttons. Our boss Bob Wood had a DJ meeting and said I can guarantee you a washer and a dryer and a car. My hand shot up. When I can combine them all, I feel I am right where I should be. Fresh out of school, he landed his first radio job at CKAT-FM in North Bay, then a short gig in Ottawa, before rocking the airwaves of Toronto at 1050 CHUM AM in the mid-1970s. Standing up to people and standing up to bosses kind of made me a local hero to other broadcasters, who always wanted to do that. I did a dreadful audition tape, but everybody looked at each other and said Are you a natural, or a great mimic? and I looked at them and said Im a natural.. I want to be like them. He took me to the radio station with Mr. Brown, and the seed was sown. Listen to Pooja & Gurdeep all week at 6AM and play 'Is This You?' for a chance to # WIN a pair of tickets to see Alanis Morissette on June 10th! Hazards of too many moves. He began playing guitar at the age of 16. Cooper will continue to host Coops Classics Saturday evenings on 98.1 CHFI. He will continue to host Coops Classics Saturday evenings on CHFI but, the bulk of his time will be spent continuing to make memories with his sweet bride. Coop responds with "I think I'm done in November, by my choice".If that is still the plan. and since the CHFI Christmas switch turns on Monday. this Saturday night November 12th could likely be the last Coop's Classics ever on 98.1 CHFI (and possibly the last time we hear Coop's voice on CHFI). Okay, he did have another job: he drove the van for the Pickle Barrel in his teens until he took a corner too fast and a door flew open. The email address you have provided does not exist in our database. Copyright 2023 Metroland Media Group Ltd. All Rights Reserved The time I killed myself back in 1975 working for CHUM. ve at the RBC Canadian Open and 98.1 CHFI wants to send YOU! I have three primary passions in my life, music, photography and writing. I loved it all, I really did. Nobody even pretended to put their hand up, they werent even thinking about it. The program spun off a series of best-selling record albums, many of which are now highly prized collectors' items. You see, after a years delay, this May, yours truly is being inducted into the Canadian Broadcast and Music Industry Hall of Fame. Retweet. Explore Mike Cooper's discography including top tracks, albums, and reviews. A new CHFI morning show will be announced shortly. I remember getting to say hello to him, wishing him well for his remain days to go and giving him a hug. What was your worst on-air moment? Cooper started playing guitar shortly after leaving school in 1958. From perfect harmonies to sharing all of those mornings the rawest, guffaw-est time of day together before most of our world was even awake. What do you think your contribution to the medium has been? Bob Magee took over Daynard's position on December 13, 1999.[5][6][7]. Thats been a huge part of the past 10 years. Ive had 55 program directors [and] only three were memorable and only three really made me a better broadcaster. That counts for way too many decades than I want to admit to! To order For this writer, it filled me with many good memories. Just a thought. It was a year later that CHFI management decided Don would flourish with a co-host at the older-skewing also-ran station. It really felt like a reunion! [Meister Eckhart], As always, you can watch a video version of this journal on, I want to share with you a story or two about a guy a pillar at CHFI whos leaving the only job he ever had, today. Darren B. Lamb, formerly with CHUM-FM, joined CHFI as Davis' co-host in February 2016. CHFI-FM (98.1 MHz) is a commercial FM . 20 degrees and not a cloud in sky! There are people I meet along the way that tell me all these wonderful stories about myself, and theyre so good I cant deny them. In Fridays message, Mike referred to Debbie as his tender morsel of passionfruit and his first love. A few photos were snapped of the happy couple. to colleagues, clients or customers, or inquire about You have permission to edit this article.

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