Following the announcement of Matt Cord’s move to middays at Rock 93.3 WMMR, Beasley Media Group Classic Rock 102.9 WMGK Philadelphia has announced that weekend/fill-in host Paul Kelly will take over mornings starting Monday, December 1.
Kelly has served as a host at WMGK since 2019. He began his career as Production Director at Rock 100.7 WZXL Wildwood NJ in 1991 and later worked as MD/morning host at WZMT and MD/afternoon host at WEZX Scranton PA and PD/afternoon host at WPDH Poughkeepsie NY before joining his brother Tom Kelly at Kelly Music Research from 2011 until 2022. The brothers currently operate nonprofit Kelly Music For Life that produces concerts, festivals, and arts events and operates The Kelly Center event space in Havertown PA.
Kelly commented, “This has been a dream come true- rocking in the same building I visited on my bike as a kid. It’s been amazing working alongside the personalities I grew up listening to – Matt Cord, Tony Harris, John DeBella, Debbi Calton, and Andre Gardner!”
Beasley Philadelphia VP/Market Manager Paul Blake stated, “Paul Kelly is the perfect fit to lead mornings at WMGK. He has been a trusted and versatile part of our family for 6 years, and as a Philadelphia native who grew up listening to this station, he truly understands MGK’s heritage. Paul’s passion for the music and connection with our listeners make him a natural choice for this role.”
WMMR/WMGK Program Director Chuck Damico added, “Paul’s deep Philadelphia roots, his lifelong love of classic rock, and the genuine connection he’s built with our listeners over the years make him the ideal choice for mornings on WMGK. He understands this city, he understands this music, and he brings an energy and authenticity that resonate with our audience every time he cracks the mic. We’re excited to have him leading our morning show and continuing the tradition of great radio on MGK.”
