Rickey Smiley Takes Over Mornings at 105.9 Kiss FM/Detroit

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Beasley Media Group announces "The Rickey Smiley Morning Show" can now be heard weekdays from 6-10am on Urban AC WDMK-FM (105.9 Kiss FM)/Detroit. The show officially launched on Monday, January 6 in the Motor City. Rounding out the show is a cast of personalities including Eva Marcille, Gary Wit Da Tea, Da Brat, Rock T and Special K.

"We are thrilled to have Rickey Smiley join 105.9 KISS FM," said Program Director John Candelaria. "I have watched Rickey ascend to National superstar over the past 20 years and we are excited to have him leading the line-up for the All New 105.9 KISS FM. Detroit is ready for a fresh new morning show."

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