KSEG/Sacramento Names Ken Anthony as Afternoon Host

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, November 29, 2023

Ken Anthony

Audacy reveals a new weekday programming lineup for KSEG-FM (96.9 The Eagle) in Sacramento. The Classic Rock outlet welcomes Ken Anthony as afternoon show host, heard weekdays from 3-7pm PT. He'll also serve as Assistant Brand Manager. Current afternoon drive host Justin Case has transitioned to mornings and is now heard weekdays from 6-10am PT.

"We're delighted to unveil a dynamic new chapter for 96.9 The Eagle in Sacramento as we move Justin Case to kick off our mornings and introduce the seasoned talent of Ken Anthony in our afternoons," said Audacy Sacramento Regional Vice President Stacey Kauffman. "We're confident this new lineup will offer our listeners fresh and engaging content that resonates throughout the day and position this heritage brand for greater success in the future."

"I'm thrilled to join KSEG and Audacy in Sacramento," added Anthony. "96.9 The Eagle has consistently been one of the highest-rated rock stations in the country and to be able to carry on the station's legacy in afternoon drive is an honor and privilege I don't take lightly. As a Northern California native, raised on some of the greatest Rock radio stations in the country, I can't think of a more perfect opportunity to return to my roots in radio and Nor-Cal!"

Anthony served as Program Director at KSJO in San Jose in the late 80s. In 1989, he worked for now sister KLOL in Houston. Anthony's return to California in 1991 saw him direct KLOS in Los Angeles, securing Radio MVP of the Year in 1991 and Billboard Magazine's Major Market Program Director of the Year in 1992. Post-KLOS, Anthony introduced Alternative radio to St. Louis with KPNT (The Point), earning the 1993 Alternative Radio MVP of the Year. Returning to Los Angeles in 1994, he programmed Classic Rock KLSX.

Anthony's career continued with roles such as Rock Editor at Radio & Records in 2004 and joining All Access as Rock Editor in 2012. His on-air presence also includes hosting on KLOS and KSAN from 2015 to 2019.