Jonathan Steele Named PD At KKSS (Kiss 97.3) And KKRG (Mix 105.1)/Albuquerque, NM

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AMERICAN GENERAL MEDIA has tabbed JONATHAN STEELE as its PD at Top 40/Rhythmic KKSS (KISS 97.3) and Hot AC KKRG (MIX 105.1)/ALBUQUERQUE effective JUNE 1. STEELE succeeds RANDY FOX, who exited in MARCH to take the PD post at HOPE MEDIA GROUP Contemporary Christian KSBJ/HOUSTON. (NET NEWS 3/29)

STEELE joins AGM's ALBUQUERQUE stations from the APD/afternoons position at BEASLEY MEDIA Rhythmic AC WMGC (105.1 BOUNCE)/DETROIT. STEELE will continue to be heard on WMGC in afternoons. STEELE has also served as PD at MARTZ Top 40/Rhythmic WAMO-A-W279BU/PITTSBURGH and ADVANCED MEDIA Top 40 WPIA (98.5 KISS-FM)/PEORIA, IL. 

AGM/ALBUQUERQUE Market Mgr. SCOTT WIGGINS commented, "JONATHAN has a real passion for creating great local, vibrant brands and will be a valuable leader on our staff. More than that, JONATHAN is a wonderful person and will be a fantastic fit with our local team."

AGM/ALBUQUERQUE and BAKERSFIELD, CA Reg. Dir./Operations & Programming ROBERT LEWIS added, "When we spoke to JONATHAN, we knew almost immediately that he embodied a unique set of skills that will elevate our brands on day one. He is a great listener and a passionate leader. We are thrilled he’s joining the AGM team."

STEELE said, "I am beyond ecstatic to join this cluster and to lead these incredible brands. I've been familiar with these radio stations for years and to program them is a dream come true. AMERICAN GENERAL MEDIA is a company that still believes in doing local radio the right way and that's what I'm all about. Huge thanks to SCOTT WIGGINS and BOB LEWIS for this opportunity. I'm eager to grab some green chiles and get to work!"

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