Jay Dixon Appointed PD of Radio One Philadelphia Trio

RADIO ONLINE | Thursday, April 4, 2019

Jay Dixon

Radio One Philadelphia names industry veteran Jay Dixon as the new Program Director of Oldies WRNB, WPPZ-FM-HD2 (Praise) and WPPZ-FM (Classix 107.9) beginning April 4. Dixon has worked in multiple formats including CHR, Country, Rhythmic and Urban and held various positions with Cox Media as OM/PD of WBHK-FM Birmingham and WALR-FM Atlanta. He also worked for Emmis New York at the former WRKS (98.7 Kiss FM), serving as both Production and Creative Services Director and PD during his tenure. Dixon has been consulting for KBLX San Francisco and Emmis New York over the past five years.

Corporate VP/Programming Colby Tyner said, "I'm excited to be working with Jay. He's a seasoned pro who understands the Urban format and has a strong track record of success. We're glad to have him on the Philly team."

Radio One Philadelphia General Manager Ezio Torres stated, "Now that the launch of Classix 107.9 is underway, we are thrilled to have the opportunity to work with someone with such passion and a track record of success in the R