Radio One is reshaping its Dallas R&B presence. The lineup from shuttered “Majic 94.5” KZMJ Gainesville has largely migrated to newly acquired “Smooth R&B 105.7” KRNB Decatur.
What We Know: The transition follows a deliberate, phased approach. Rickey Smiley moved to Hip Hop outlet KBFB on July 6. Now, the remaining KZMJ talent has landed at KRNB. Premiere Networks’ Steve Harvey Morning Show anchors the new lineup from 5-9am.
What’s at Stake: KRNB represents a significant strategic bet for Radio One in a competitive Dallas market. Queen Indy Bee retains her 9am-noon slot, while Veda Loca follows middays from 12-3pm. Reach Media’s DL Hughley Show holds afternoons from 3-7pm. KG Smooth closes the night with “Love and R&B.”
What Remains Unclear: Not everyone’s future is settled. Former KRNB afternoon host Keith Solis publicly confirmed his departure last week. Meanwhile, midday host Dr. Lynne Haze and “Quiet Storm” evening host Janet G have stayed silent. Their status with the company remains unknown.
What It Means: Radio One is consolidating talent while refreshing its Dallas R&B footprint. Moving proven KZMJ voices to KRNB limits disruption for loyal listeners. Still, roster uncertainty could create short-term turbulence. How audiences respond to the new lineup will ultimately define the move’s success.
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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.