KMLE-FM Phoenix Taps Niko to Co-Host Mornings

RADIO ONLINE | Wednesday, February 28, 2018

Nicholaus Niko Petrou

Nicholaus "Niko" Petrou is the new morning co-host at Country KMLE-FM Phoenix. The station also announced that the morning show has been renamed as "The Breakfast Buzz." Niko joins Nina D. weekdays from 5:30-10am MT. Prior to KMLE, Niko held a variety of roles at sister WBMP-FM (ALT 92.3) New York including Assistant Program Director, Music Director and midday air personality. Previously, he was the evening host for WHTZ-FM New York.

"Niko brings incredible talent and passion for the industry to KMLE, along with his love for country music," said Entercom Phoenix Senior VP/Market Manager Dave Pugh, "We are looking forward to seeing him and Nina D. elevate mornings in Phoenix with their combined energy and drive."

"After almost 20 years in the radio industry, I'm looking forward to taking on the challenge of mornings," added Niko. "Given the opportunity to work with such a legendary team and station, I'm excited to bring what I have to offer to Phoenix. A huge thanks to Tim Richards, Dave Pugh, Mike Moore, Chris Oliviero and Pat Paxton for the confidence in me. Nina D. and I are going to have a blast waking up the KMLE Nation."