One of Washington’s most familiar country radio voices is preparing for a new adventure. Corey Calhoun has officially departed iHeartMedia’s WMZQ after eight years with the station, wrapping up his tenure following his final evening show.
Calhoun served as both Music Director and evening host during his time at the station, helping shape the sound of one of the country’s most recognizable country brands while becoming a trusted companion for listeners throughout the DMV. His departure comes as he prepares to announce his next professional move.
Arriving at WMZQ in June 2018, Calhoun quickly became an integral part of the station’s programming team. Whether behind the scenes helping craft the station’s music strategy or behind the microphone entertaining listeners each night, he played a key role in the brand’s continued presence in one of radio’s most competitive markets.
Prior to Washington, Calhoun spent three years at WAMZ in Louisville, where he served as Assistant Program Director and contributed in both morning and afternoon drive. Along the way, he built a résumé that spans multiple formats, including Country and Contemporary Hit Radio, while taking on programming and on-air responsibilities across a variety of markets.
That diverse programming background helped establish Calhoun as one of the industry’s versatile talents, capable of balancing audience engagement, music execution, and brand development. Those skills were on full display throughout his years at WMZQ, where he became a familiar and respected presence both inside the building and across the country music community.
As he signed off from the station, Calhoun expressed gratitude for the relationships, opportunities, and memories created during his Washington chapter while making it clear that another opportunity is already waiting in the wings.
While listeners may be saying goodbye to Corey Calhoun on WMZQ, it appears this farewell won’t last long. Industry observers won’t have to wait much longer to discover where one of country radio’s established programming and on-air talents surfaces next.
Radio careers are often measured in ratings books, promotions, and milestones. The better measure may be the impact left behind. After eight years at WMZQ, Corey Calhoun leaves with a reputation built on consistency, creativity, and connection. As one chapter closes, another appears ready to begin.
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