WKYS Teams Quicksilva & Dominique Da Diva
• Radio One Urban WKYS/Washington is combining two of its talented high profile personalities into one powerful new on-air combination, as the station announced midday talent Dominique Da Diva will be moving up to afternoon drive, joining Quicksilva to form the all-new The Quicksilva Show With Dominique Da Diva, starting Monday, Dec. 2, and simulcast on Urban sister WERQ (92Q)/Baltimore.
WKYS PD Michael Powell remarked, “I’ve had the pleasure of working with both Dominique Da Diva and Quicksilva. Their passion for radio and their craft is infectious. Combining these two powerhouse personalities will certainly be a treat for the listeners.” Dominique commented, “Afternoon drive is such a special time slot occupied by legendary talent. I am humbled and excited to be joining The Quicksilva Show.”
VP of Programming Kashon Powell added, “Our goal at Radio One is to be the most trusted source in the community for information, entertainment and inspiration. Merging the brands of Quicksilva and Dominique Da Diva will give us a dynamic duo that will continue to advance our mission and the culture. Their energy, talent and commitment is unparalleled.”
Dominique joined WKYS in August 2017, returning to the east coast from Los Angeles, where she hosted Diva Unfiltered on Dash Radio. Dominique began her career at WBTJ (106.5 The Beat) in her hometown of Richmond, VA and later did middays on WOWI (103 Jamz)/Norfolk, VA.
• WKYS is currently looking for an experienced on air talent/Music Director to fill the midday slot. The position is posted on the Radio One Careers site.
