Monday, December 4, 2017

Cleveland Radio: iHM Promotes Joel Murphy, Keith Abrams

Joel Murphy
iHeartMedia/Cleveland announced today that “Java” Joel Murphy has been named Program Director for WAKS KISS 96.5 FM, Cleveland’s No. 1 Hit Music Station, effective immediately.

In addition, Keith Abrams, Senior Vice President of Programming for iHeartMedia’s North Ohio Region, has been named Program Director of WMMS 100.7 FM.

Murphy and Abrams will work closely with their stations’ on-air personalities and sales to oversee onair and digital programming, as well as local events and partnerships.

Keith Abrams
“Joel knows great radio and has been an important part of KISS FM for more than 10 years,” said Keith Hotchkiss, President of iHeartMedia’s North Ohio Region.

“I’m excited for him to lead KISS FM’s strategic and creative direction. We’re ready for him to take the station to the top of the Terminal Tower.” Murphy most recently served as Assistant Program Director, Music Director and PM Drive host for KISS FM. “Being handed the keys to program 96.5 KISS FM is a dream come true,” said Murphy.

“I couldn’t be more excited for this opportunity after being part of the brand for over a decade!” Hotchkiss added, “Under the stewardship of Keith Abrams for the past 10 years, iHeartMedia Cleveland has seen record growth in terms of ratings for our iconic brands.

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