Classix 107.9 Philly Debuts ‘Middays With Shaila’
• Radio One Urban Oldies WPPZ (Classix 107.9)/Philadelphia formally announces the addition of major market pro Shaila Scott as the station’s new midday personality.
Scott got her start at WBLK/Buffalo, NY during her junior year at the State University College at Buffalo, graduating with a B.A. in Broadcasting. She went on to enjoy a lengthy and successful career in New York, with a memorable stint at WRKS (98.7 Kiss FM) as the first host of Kissing After Dark, and co-host of the The Kiss Wake Up Club, and later, middays at WBLS/New York until June 2022. Scott most recently did weekends/fill-in at Audacy Classic Hip Hop WXBK (94.7 The Block)/New York.
Divine Martino, Director of Operations & Programming for Radio One Philadelphia, said, “When it comes to longevity, success, and radio greatness, one of the names that cannot be left out of the conversation is Shaila Scott. We are excited to work with her and have her join the Radio One Philadelphia team.” Martino added, “Classix 107.9 has consistently reigned as the ‘Sound of Philadelphia,’ and adding Shaila’s expertise, professionalism, and infectious energy will take us to the next level. We are excited to introduce Middays with Shaila.”
Echoing that emotion is Ezio Torres, VP/GM of Radio One Philadelphia, who exclaimed, “We are so excited to have Shaila Scott join the Classix Philly Team! I know so many of her previous coworkers from WRKS and WBLS and have admired her from a few steps removed. Shaila brings the voice, knowledge and professionalism that is becoming rarer in our industry and will complement the music and enhance the sound of Classix 107.9.!”
Scott remarked, “Joining Urban One is a dream come true! I’m excited to blend my love for music with the rich culture of Philly and connect with the community on such an iconic platform. The opportunity to be a voice in the City of Brotherly Love is quite an honor!”