105.1 The X/Kansas City Names Jaye Powers to Afternoons

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, November 3, 2021

Jaye Powers

Jaye Powers is appointed to afternoons on Cumulus Media's Rock KCJK-FM (105.1 The X) in Kansas City, weekdays from 3-7pm. Previously hosting PM drive, Cassiday Proctor transfers to the company's co-owned cluster in Buffalo-Erie. Powers joined Cumulus Kansas City in 2020. In addition to weekend hosting duties on 105.1 The X, he served as in-studio producer for sister 94.9 KCMO-FM's "Kelly and Mackenzie" morning show. Powers remains part of the sideline production team for Kansas City Chiefs home games.

Cumulus Kansas City Operations Manager Jim Fox said, "Jaye's excitement about radio and willingness to work tirelessly to pursue his dream is reminiscent of the passion that drove so many of us to this industry. If ever there was someone who truly earned a gig, it's Jaye."

KCJK-FM and KCHZ-FM Program Director Jagger commented, "Jaye lives the Rock lifestyle and completely understands the brand and strategy behind 105.1 The X. He's worked hard to develop into a strong on-air personality. I'm happy he's officially joining us as a full-time member of our team."

Powers remarked, "I'm thrilled to have this opportunity and contribute to our next steps growing the huge KC rock brand of 105.1 The X. Many thanks to Donna Baker, Jim Fox, and Jagger for the trust and consideration, also to Kelly Urich and Mackenzie Justice for letting me learn while being a part of record ratings on 94.9 KCMO."