Chicago Radio: Classic Hits WLS-FM Adds Jaybeau Jones

JayBeau Jones is making a return to the Windy City. He will be hosting nights on Cumulus Media's Classic Hits 94.7 WLS-FM, utilizing Radio Resources' innovative "Personality On Demand" service. 

Thr move marks a homecoming for Jones, who previously made his mark on Chicago's airwaves as the Program Director of Rhythmic Oldies "103.5 The Beat" WUBT, which later transitioned into CHR "103.5 Kiss-FM" WKSC, from 1999 to 2001.

Jaybeau Jones

In addition to his upcoming stint on WLS-FM, Jones is keeping busy with multiple gigs across the country. He currently hosts mornings on Binnie Media's "Frank-FM" trimulcast, which includes 106.3 WFNQ in Nashua/Manchester, 98.3 WLNH-FM in Laconia/Concord, and 98.7 WBYY in Somersworth/Portsmouth, New Hampshire, also through the Personality On Demand service. Furthermore, Jones's voice graces the airwaves nationwide on SiriusXM's popular "70's On 7" channel.

Before his return to Chicago, Jones spent a decade entertaining listeners in the afternoons at Beasley Media's Classic Hits 105.7 WROR in Boston. Unfortunately, his tenure there came to an end last May due to company-wide layoffs. Throughout his illustrious career, Jones has held various programming positions at notable stations such as WBMX and WODS in Boston, WKSS-FM in Hartford, and served as the Director of Operations for Citadel Worcester. His on-air experience is equally impressive, having worked at WXKS-FM in Boston, WHTZ in New York, and WPJB in Providence.

Expressing his excitement about joining WLS-FM, Jones stated, "To have the opportunity to utter the legendary call letters 'WLS' is quite literally a dream come true from my childhood. Program Director Todd Cavanah has masterfully crafted a brand that lives up to the station's iconic reputation. I am truly honored to be a part of the 94.7 WLS family. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to Todd, Cumulus Chief Content Officer Brian Philips, and Regional VP/Market Manager Marv Nyren for this incredible opportunity."