Marketplace - Nov. 16, 2009
Advertising strategies that go in one ear and out the other
I'm probably more impressed than the average Joe when I see or hear good ads, and I'm especially puzzled when I see companies blowing their money on bad ads. For every excellent ad in Milwaukee, there must be 10 terrible ones.
Tags: commercials, tv, radio, billboard, teeth whitening

Marketplace - Oct. 14, 2009
Kopp's Flavor of the Day billboard ends 20-year run
Yes, it's true, that somewhat iconic I-43 North Kopp's billboard that proudly displays the "Flavor of the Day" is in its final days.
Tags: kopps, frozen custard, billboard, flavor of the day, custard, outdoor ads, I-43, I43N, Port Washington Rd., Glendale, Clear Channel Outdoor, @kopps

Marketplace - May 21, 2009
What's the deal with that big green M billboard?
Today, on my drive in from a Brookfield meeting, I noticed a big green M on a Lamar billboard near Miller Park. Lamar Outdoor staff members won't spill the beans, so I'll leave it up to you
Tags: Big green M, lamar, outdoor, billboard, advertising, teaser, campaign, creative

Marketplace - March 25, 2009
That vine billboard on I-94
Today, I came into Downtown from Brookfield and saw for the first time the "vine billboard" that many are talking about. Here's the full story.
Tags: billboard, vines, board near Miller Park, Red Gold, Clear Channel, 3-D outdoor

Music - May 7, 2008
Time-wasting Video of the Day: May 7, 2008
Can you name the No. 1 song in the country? We couldn't either, until we found out. Here is a hint -- the singer recently performed on "American Idol."
Tags: leona lewis, bleeding love, american idol, billboard

Music - Aug. 6, 2009
Billie Myers to release "Tea and Sympathy" September 1st
Following a hiatus from the music industry, singer/songwriter Billie Myers is returning this September with Tea and Sympathy, her third studio album and first in nine years. The name may not initially sound familiar, but think back to 1998 when a heart-searching tune that was a visceral reaction ...
Tags: Billie Myers, Tea and Sympathy, Kiss the Rain, Pop, Rock, Acoustic, Music, I Hope Youre Happy Now, Happy Now, Lady Jane, Billboard, September