Jagger Named PD of KC’s ‘The X’ & ‘The Vibe’

• Mike “Jagger” Thomas has touched down in Kansas City, hired by Cumulus Media as Program Director of Alternative KCJK (105.1 The X) and Top 40 KCHZ (95.7 The Vibe). He will also do afternoon drive on 95.7 The Vibe.

Jagger (left) most recently programmed iHeartMedia Top 40 WKSS (Kiss 95.7)/Hartford, CT, and has been an on-air personality at WKTU and Z100/New York; KZHT/Salt Lake City and WNOW (RadioNow 93.1)/Indianapolis, among others. He’s also the creator and host of The Weekend Throwdown With Jagger, distributed by Sun Broadcast Group.

Donna Baker, RVP/Market Manager, Cumulus Kansas City, said, “Jagger is among the best entertainers in contemporary radio. His unique connection with the audience will shine in afternoon drive on 95.7 The Vibe. His passion and vision at the helm as Program Director leading our talented teams on 105.1 The X and 95.7 is an exciting next step for Cumulus Kansas City.” Jagger commented, “I’m thrilled about joining the very talented Cumulus Kansas City team, and very excited to have the chance to work closely with 95.7 The Vibe and 105.1 The X. I can’t wait to rock afternoon drive in KC! Thank you to Donna Baker, Doug Hamand, Brian Philips, John Dimick and Louie Diaz for the amazing opportunity.”

• Jagger succeeds Mike O’Reilly (right), who is stepping away from the radio business after almost 25 years of success in Kansas City and San Diego to join his family’s business. “Full-circle sums it up,” O’Reilly said. “Rarely does someone in our industry get to finish strong where it all began. My heartfelt thanks to Donna Baker, Doug Hamand, Troy Hanson, and Louie Diaz for trusting me with the KCHZ and KCJK brands. These will always be two very special radio stations to me and I’m so excited to see and hear what the next chapter brings!”