Atticus Elevated At Cromwell Nashville
• Congrats are in order for Crate “Atticus” Morat, PD/Brand Manager of Cromwell Active Rock WBUZ (102.9 The Buzz), “Nashville’s Rock Station,” who is transitioning into the newly created role as Director of Music Programming, adding branding and imaging responsibilities for WQZQ-AM/W227DC (93.3 Classic Hits) and Urban AC 102.1 The Ville (WPRT-HD2).
Morat said, “In addition to our heritage Rock station, 102.9 The Buzz, we have two other distinct Nashville music brands that I’m excited to begin working with! Thanks to Cromwell Media owner Bud Walters, outgoing VP/Market Manager Dennis Gwiazdon, and newly appointed GM Shawn Fort, for creating the opportunity for me to lead all these music stations toward a successful future in Music City.”
This is Morat’s second stint with Cromwell Media — he began his career in 2001 at WMFS-FM/Memphis before joining WBUZ in 2010 as APD/afternoons and Imaging Director. In late 2014 Morat joined iHeartMedia Indianapolis as APD for WFBQ (Q95) and pm driver for WOLT (ALT 103.3) before rejoining Cromwell Nashville in May 2020.
“Crate was with us years ago and did a great job,” said Bud Walters, Cromwell Media President. “We were glad to get his call from Indianapolis when 102.9 The Buzz was looking for a PD and he re-joined us. Now it’s great to be able to promote from within as we plan growth for Nashville’s 93.3 Classic Hits and 102.1 The Ville.”
GM Shawn Fort added, “Crate and I met in Memphis when we were both part-timers getting our start in this business. Everything has come full-circle as we’re teammates again here in Nashville. He’s one of the best when it comes to creative ideas for programming and sales. Based on what he’s done with 102.9 The Buzz, I can’t wait to see what he does when he gets his hands on Classic Hits and The Ville!”
