Buzz Drives You To & From Work
• Entercom Hot AC KRSK (105.1 The Buzz)/Portland prepares to welcome three talented new drivetime personalities — Liz Luda and Mike Vezzy will join forces to co-host a newly constructed morning show, and Jamie “Tanch” Tanchyk is inked as APD and afternoon driver, effective February 25.
Ms. Luda (left) is inbound from Memphis, where she spent the past eight years as morning personality and Promotions Director on Flinn Top 40 WHBQ (Q107.5). New England favorite Vezzy (the artist formerly known as “Vezzy Parmesan“) most recently worked for sister WODS (103.3 AMP Radio)/Boston. He has also spent time at WTIC-FM and WZMX/Hartford, CT and notably spent five years as morning co-host on Cumulus Rhythmic WWKX (Hot 106)/Providence.
Tanchyk (left) was most recently APD/MD/midday personality on Rhythmic sister KHTP (Hot 103.7)/Seattle. Before that he spent the bulk of his radio career in Albany, NY as PD of Albany Broadcasting Triple A WZMR (104.9 The Peak), PD ofTownsquare Urban Hot 99.1 and Albany Broadcasting Rhythmic WAJZ (Jamz 96.3). He was also APD/night jock on heritage Top 40 WFLY.
“Building a strong on-air team is why Entercom Portland is the platinum standard for our listeners and advertisers,” said Kim Martinez, SVP/Market Manager, Entercom Portland. “Liz and Mike’s fun and energetic chemistry coupled with Jamie’s exuberant on-air style and programming prowess cements 105.1 The Buzz as the go-to for young, active listeners in Portland.”
Luda commented, “I’m so excited to be joining the Entercom family, especially in Portland. I love [OM/PD] Scott Roddy and Kim’s vision and know that we can deliver great content that audiences can relate to. I am beyond ecstatic for this opportunity.” Vezzy said, “I’ve been fortunate to work with some incredible people throughout my career in several New England markets, and am beyond excited to head out west and begin the next chapter with the extremely talented Liz. Scott Roddy and Kim Martinez are the real deal and have a great vision for the future in Portland, I look forward to getting out there, getting to work and being a part of that.” Tanch added, “I can’t wait to bring my signature spice and seasoning to afternoon drive in Portland. Scott Roddy and Kim Martinez are incredibly talented leaders and the opportunity to work for them is as exciting as it gets. Let’s get it.”
