WKSC/Chicago Names Hampton, Brown as Morning Contributors

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, August 23, 2022

KeKe Hampton

KeKe Hampton (pictured) and Jason Brown will be new morning show contributors for "The Fred Show" on WKSC-FM (103.5 Kiss FM) in Chicago, effective September 1. Hampton and Brown can be heard weekday mornings from 5-10am. In addition, Josh Martinez will be the new night host and will air from 7pm-midnight, effective immediately.

"Keke and Jason have been amazing co-workers for years," said iHeartMedia Chicago President Matt Scarano. "It is such a pleasure to promote both of these dedicated and talented cast members. I am so happy for them and for the newly enhanced ‘Fred Show' experience. In addition, Josh brings a unique skill set and tremendous energy to the Chicago airwaves. You can hear and experience his passion and enthusiasm in every single air shift."

"Thrilled to offer Chicago these incredibly talented companions on 103.5 Kiss FM," added iHeartMedia Chicago and 103.5 Kiss FM and Rock 95 Five Program Director Regional Senior Vice President of Programming James Howard. "They truly reflect our audience and our brand mission."

Hampton, a Chicago native, most recently served as Digital Content Manager of iHeartMedia's Chicago region. She is also host of WGCI's "The Kickback with KeKe" weekend show, co-host of "What More Can I Say" podcast and co-creator and co-host of "Cooking with KeKe & Ryan" on YouTube.

Brown, a Chicago native, has spent the last seven years as 103.5 Kiss FM's Promotions Director. He has been a frequent on-air contributor for "The Fred Show" and host of "The Saturday Morning Tea" weekend show on 103.5 Kiss FM. Brown has also appeared on TMZ and TLC's "Say Yes to the Dress."

Martinez, a Brooklyn native, started his radio career at iHeartMedia's WKTU in New York. He served as Program Director and night host at co-owned Kiss 107.1 in Cincinnati, Program Director at Channel 99.9 in Dayton and Hot 95.7 in Cedar Rapids. He was also an air talent and Music Director at 107.5 Kiss FM in Des Moines.