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Westwood One has announced that the Country music countdown program “American Country Countdown” will bid farewell to its longtime host, Kix Brooks, after an impressive 18-year tenure. Brooks, who is one half of the Country duo Brooks & Dunn, will host his final show, which is scheduled to air during the weekend of December 28-29, 2024.
Starting the weekend of January 4-5, 2025, Ryan Fox will take over as the new host of “American Country Countdown with Ryan Fox,” ushering in a new era of Country music.
Every weekend, “American Country Countdown with Ryan Fox” will showcase the leading Country hits, feature exclusive interviews, and provide behind-the-scenes stories from the Country music industry.
Ryan, a seasoned radio personality with over 20 years of experience in Country music, has established himself as a prominent voice in major markets such as Los Angeles and Dallas.
Known for his keen sense of humor and authenticity, Ryan’s passion for Country music shines through in his storytelling abilities. His engaging style has garnered him a dedicated listener base and widespread respect within the industry.
Fox said: “To be given the opportunity to take the reins on one of the longest running, most successful, Country countdown shows in the world and sit in the same chair as Hall of Famers like the legendary Kix Brooks and the late, great Bob Kingsley, is a tremendous honor. This is a terrific era for Country music, and I cannot wait to count down the biggest Country hits from coast to coast.”
“Weekend countdowns are still a favorite choice of listeners,” remarked Brian Philips, Chief Content Officer for Cumulus Media. “The modern Country music landscape shifts so quickly that our fans will devour this fast-paced new take on a proven, long-running show. Ryan Fox is down-to-earth and faithful to the music, but also has a gift for gentle irreverence and a sense of the absurd. He’s that talented friend we all welcome in our lives.”
