Ed Lover Launchs New Morning Drive Radio Show

RADIO ONLINE | Tuesday, January 12, 2016 | 0:55am CT

Ed Lover

Ed Lover has launched a new syndicated morning show with co-host Monie Love in several major markets including WAMJ-HD2/Atlanta, WBMO-FM/Columbus, KSOC-FM/Dallas, KROI-FM/Houston, WNOW-HD2/Indianapolis and WPHI-FM/Philadelphia. The new 4-hour program will feature Classic Hip Hop music, celebrity interviews plus features that connect with the urban trendsetters. It will air from 6-10am ET.

Ed Lover is a rapper, actor, comedian, musician, radio and television personality who gained a loyal following as a host of "Yo! MTV Raps." He has continued on radio, most recently hosting "Backspin" on XM/Sirius. He coined the phrase "C'mon, Son!" and is a member of the Hip Hop Hall of Fame.

Grammy nominated Monie Love is an MC and radio personality. Born in England, she moved to the U.S. where audiences have embraced her wit and her love for Hip Hop. Songs like "Monie in the Middle" and "It's a Shame (My Sister)" laid the foundation for her Hip Hop status.

Radio One Radio Group (WAMJ) CEO David Kantor stated, "Ed and Monie represent the spirit of the Throwback Hip Hop experience. Their personalities and styles make them the perfect voices as the demand for the growing format expands on radio."