JAZZ.FM91 (CJRT-FM) has announced that veteran broadcaster Jeff Chalmers is joining the not-for-profit station in afternoon drive as of today, as longtime host Brad Barker departs the station.
Chalmers will be heard from 2 – 6 p.m. ET, weekdays, arriving from Stingray’s boom 97.3 (CHBM-FM) where he’s been an on-air personality since 2014.
His five-decade career has included stops at Q107 (CILQ-FM) and JACK-FM Toronto, Y108 (CJXY-FM) Hamilton, the Canadian Traffic Network, and 1350 CKAR Oshawa, among other stations.
In a JAZZ.FM91 announcement, General Manager Dana Wigle said Chalmers’ “deep love for broadcasting and his genuine passion for jazz music make him a natural fit for JAZZ.FM91’s on-air team.”
“Jeff’s experience, enthusiasm, and connection to the music align perfectly with the spirit and mission of JAZZ.FM91,” said Wigle. “We’re excited to have him share his voice and passion with our listeners.”
Barker – who also still occasionally plays bass with The Pursuit of Happiness – had been with JAZZ.FM91 for the last two decades. Starting in 2001 as a weekend host, he went on to hold roles including Operations Manager and Music Director. In addition to afternoon drive, he was heard on programs like Jazzology and Dinner Jazz.
