WWWQ Atlanta is adding Kannon to nights. The host returns for his third stint in the market.
What We Know — Cumulus CHR “Q99.7” WWWQ Atlanta has hired Kannon for the nighttime slot, replacing Laura Dickerson following Cumulus’ layoffs earlier this month. Kannon previously worked in Atlanta as Music Director and night host at Rhythmic CHR “95.5 The Beat” WBTS-FM in the early 2000s. He also served as APD and afternoon host at Audacy Hot AC “Star 94” WSTR from 2019 until 2025. Currently, he hosts afternoons at Fort Myers Broadcasting Hot AC “96.9 WINK-FM” and co-hosts the syndicated “Open House Party” and “The Kannon Show” for United Stations.
What’s at Stake — The move demonstrates WWWQ’s commitment to experienced on-air talent during an uncertain period for the station and broader Cumulus footprint. Kannon brings proven ratings performance and market knowledge, having successfully navigated three different Atlanta positions. His return signals confidence that established personalities can stabilize listener loyalty during industry transitions. The hire also reflects broader industry patterns where veteran talent moves laterally across markets rather than climbing format ladders.
What Remains Unclear — Whether Kannon will maintain his Fort Myers role or shift focus entirely to Atlanta remains undetermined. His scheduling across multiple time zones and syndication responsibilities could create potential conflicts. Additionally, the duration of his WWWQ commitment and potential station programming adjustments under his influence are still unknown.
What It Means — Cumulus replaces one layoff casualty with returning talent rather than external recruitment, suggesting confidence in existing market relationships. The hire accelerates Atlanta’s competitive radio environment by reuniting a market with a host who understands its audience dynamics. Moreover, it indicates that national syndication work no longer prevents major market station roles for multi-platform personalities.
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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.