Comedian, actor and KPWR (POWER 106)/LA morning personality Nick Cannon is partnering with Skyview Networks and Meruelo Media to develop two syndicated properties: “NICK CANNON RADIO” for afternoons, Monday-Friday, starting JANUARY 27, 2020, and “NICK CANNON WEEKENDS” debuting in February 2020, for Saturday-Sunday airing on Urban, Top 40/Rhythmic, and Hip-Hop stations. Skyview Networks will handle production, affiliation, and advertising sales.
Skyview Pres./COO Steve Jones said, “Nick Cannon is one of the most accomplished, creative and versatile entertainers in America and we are proud to be working with him and the team atMeruelo Media to launch Nick’s new syndicated shows. Nick is an influencer, whose connection with audiences makes him extremely attractive to advertisers and radio programmers alike.”
Cannon said, “I love connecting with Los Angeles every morning on POWER 106. The response and support has been amazing and very special; the natural thing is to take it to the next level with a new nationally syndicated daily drivetime and weekend show. They will both feature original comedy and conversations with the people driving pop culture. I am looking forward to working with Skyview Networks and myMeruelo Media family to now reach all of the U.S.”
Meruelo Media Pres./COO OTTO PADRON added, “Our partnership with Nick Cannon on POWER 106 is proof positive that we are committed to invest in the very best and most compelling entertainment in the world. This content strategy, coupled with our carefully curated portfolio of heritage audio brands and popular personalities in the key market of Los Angeles, givesMeruelo Media very exciting syndication opportunities. Having a like-minded syndication partner like Skyview Networks is the perfect storm!”
