Cumulus Media is ushering in a new era on mornings at Atlanta’s Q99.7. The company announced that Q99.7 will debut The Q Morning Crew on Monday, March 30, replacing longtime staple The Bert Show. The new program will air weekdays from 6-10 a.m. and feature Joe Breezy, Daena “DK” Kramer and Cort Freeman.
The launch marks a significant shift for the CHR station following a 25-year run from its previous morning franchise. Cumulus executives are positioning the new Q99.7 morning show as a fresh, personality-driven option designed to better reflect Atlanta’s evolving audience. Program Director Patrick Davis says the trio was put together with complementary strengths in mind.
“The Q Morning Crew brings humor through three distinct personalities,” Davis said. “Joe is the ambitious, charismatic host chasing a big opportunity in Atlanta. DK is a sharp, funny, independent woman who balances sweetness with sass. Cort is a quick-thinking comedian whose creativity and masculine edge keep the show unpredictably funny.”
Joe Breezy returns to the Atlanta market after building a strong presence in Nashville radio. He most recently hosted afternoons on Mix 92.9 and also appeared as a pop culture correspondent on WKRN-TV’s Local On 2.
Kramer adds both national and major-market experience. She has worked in Houston, San Francisco and Las Vegas, and previously co-hosted the syndicated program The 90s with Alfonso Ribeiro. In addition to radio, she has earned recognition as a voiceover artist and improvisational comedian.
Freeman joins the show as both an on-air contributor and executive producer. He heads to Atlanta from Detroit, where he contributed to Mojo in the Morning and Dave & Chuck ‘The Freak.
Cumulus Media Chief Content Officer Brian Philips said the company has spent considerable time developing the show’s identity and chemistry for the Q99.7 audience.
“Patrick and this carefully recruited group of new talent have put in the work of developing a morning show for modern Atlanta,” Philips said. “Joe, DK and Cort are each set up to play to their proven strengths. This cast is ready for prime time.”
The move also aligns with a broader strategy to emphasize local programming. Cumulus Atlanta Vice President and Market Manager Justin Schaflander says the station aims to build a stronger connection with its audience.
“We’re eager to launch these three exceptional talents as we build our all-live and local approach at Q99.7,” Schaflander said. “This new morning show represents the next step in the reimagination of the station.”
With a new cast and creative direction in place, the company believes Q99.7 is positioned for its next chapter.
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