Charlie & Debbie Join Charlotte’s Dawn Patrol
• Beasley’s WSOC (Country 103.7)/Charlotte didn’t have to look very far to replace retiring morning hosts Rob Tanner, Catherine Lane and Chris Allen — the station announced that 20-year afternoon duo Charlie & Debbie Nance will practice setting their alarms for Zero-Dark-Thirty and move up to mornings, starting Monday, June 22. The news was broken yesterday during an on-air appearance with Tanner, Catherine, Chris, & Captain Jim. Listen HERE.
“We’re thrilled to move Charlie & Debbie to mornings on Country 103.7,” said Mac Edwards, VP/Market Manager of Beasley Charlotte. “They have built an incredible relationship with our listeners during afternoon drive over the years and truly embody the spirit of the station and the community we serve. Their chemistry, warmth, and passion for country music make them a natural fit for mornings, and we’re excited about the future of the show.”
“Charlie & Debbie have consistently connected with audiences in a meaningful and authentic way,” said Justin Chase, Beasley Chief Content Officer. “They understand the importance of local connection, entertainment, and community, and we’re excited to see them bring that same energy and personality to mornings on WSOC-FM.”
“Charlie & Debbie transitioning to mornings on Country 103.7 feels like a natural, and exciting next chapter,” said WSOC PD Cameron Moore. “For two decades, they have created a special, authentic relationship with our listeners during afternoon drive. I’m confident their connection, humor, and talent will be welcomed into mornings as our listeners will get to start their day with talent that they already know and trust.”
In a joint statement, Charlie & Debbie said, “The Carolinas & WSOC have been our home for more than 20 years. It’s been such an amazing experience driving our audience home each afternoon with a smile on their face, and we’re thrilled and honored to have the opportunity to bring that same vibe to mornings-helping people start their day. We think of our Country 103.7 listeners as family… we’ll just be getting the reunion started earlier each day now!”
They added, “As for our brothers and sister on the Tanner Show (Tanner, Chris, and Catherine), there are no words. We have been family for more than two decades and have literally been through every phase of life together. As large as your shoes are to fill on the air, it pales in comparison to the chasm in our hearts not having you in our lives on a daily basis. Enjoy your retirement. You’ve earned it. And like the rest of the Carolinas, we love you — always!”
Captain Jim, who has been a fixture on the Tanner in the Morning Show, will continue to provide traffic reports and other insights on the new Charlie & Debbie morning show.
Details regarding WSOC’s new afternoon show will be announced soon.
