KISS 104.1 lands a gospel music legend. Isaac Carree joins Atlanta’s airwaves this fall.
What We Know: KISS 104.1 (WALR) has hired award-winning gospel artist Isaac Carree to host “Morning Inspiration” weekdays from 5 to 6 a.m. He’ll also anchor “Sunday Morning Inspiration,” a four-hour Sunday block running 8 a.m. to noon. Carree brings more than 30 years of music industry experience to the role. His background includes a run as standout soloist with John P. Kee & New Life Community Choir, plus co-founding the celebrated group Men of Standard.
What They Said: Michael Saunders, Director of Branding and Programming, called the hire a natural fit. “We are excited to welcome Isaac Carree to the KISS 104.1 family,” Saunders said. “His voice, his spirit, and his ability to connect with listeners align perfectly with what our audience expects from us—especially in moments that call for inspiration and comfort.”
What Remains Unclear: The release doesn’t specify a launch date for either show. It’s also unclear whether Carree will continue other media or recording commitments alongside this new role. Meanwhile, no word yet on additional programming changes at the station tied to this hire.
What It Means: Carree’s arrival strengthens KISS 104.1’s identity as Atlanta’s home for R&B and inspiration. Gospel programming remains a powerful draw for listeners seeking faith-based content paired with music. Therefore, pairing a Billboard-charting artist with weekday and Sunday inspiration blocks could deepen listener loyalty. Ultimately, this move signals Cox Media Group’s continued investment in spirit-driven local programming across its radio portfolio.
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David Hill serves as a Music Radio Editor, Columnist and Features writer for Barrett Media. A radio lifer with more than 30 years behind the mic, in the control room, and in the program director’s chair, David’s career spans influential stops at brands such as WIYY 98 Rock, WBAL-AM, and 99X. He has worked across multiple formats and ownership groups, including iHeartMedia and Cumulus Media, developing talent, breaking music, and navigating every major industry shift from diary to PPM and terrestrial dominance to streaming disruption. When he’s not writing or analyzing the industry, Dave runs The Tune Farm, a marketing firm built to help artists and brands grow audience the same way great radio always has—by creating connection, not just impressions. He can be reached at David@BarrettMedia.com.
