Audacy has made a move for Country 107.9 KMLE in Phoenix. Gabe Mercer is back, joining Niko Petrou for mornings following Cheyenne Davis’s exit last week.
Most recently, Mercer was doing mornings in Seattle at Audacy owned 100.7 The Wolf KKWF alongside Matt MacAllister. The duo was also tracking afternoons for KMLE in Phoenix.
“I’m excited for this next chapter with Niko,” wrote Mercer to Barrett Media.
After McAllister was laid off earlier this month, it was unknown where Mercer would land. She knows the Phoenix market well and has held a myriad of roles within the cluster.
These include promotions coordinator, sales assistant, plus hosting evenings and middays at KMLE.
Petrou has served in mornings at KMLE since January of last year.
“I got my start in radio with KMLE and it feels right to be coming back,” notes Mercer. “I’m grateful for Drew Bland for believing in me and supporting us through this next era.”
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Bethany Kent is a Music Radio Editor for Barrett Media. She spent nearly 20 years bringing radio to life on stages, across the airwaves, and through unforgettable listener experiences. Her career spans local markets including Providence, Philadelphia, and New York City, most recently serving as National Director of Music Initiatives for Audacy. From producing major live events like HOT 97’s Summer Jam to leading strategic national marketing initiatives, she has built a career at the intersection of music, media, and culture. She can be reached at bethany@barrettmedia.com.
