M. G. Kelly - Radio Career

Radio Career

Kelly has hosted and produced several radio programs. Several are still airing on stations across the United States and Canada; production and distribution of his current shows went on a brief hiatus in the late 2000s but has since resumed. During the 1970s and '80s, Kelly enjoyed much success as the afternoon disc jockey on Los Angeles radio stations KHJ (AM), KTNQ, KOST and KODJ-FM.

Programs produced by Kelly include:

  • Live from the 60s (1986-93, reruns from 1993-96), hosted by "The Real Don Steele," a retrospective on the 1960s featuring 1960s music, distributed by Premiere Radio Networks
  • American Hit List (1998-present) similar to Live from the 60s except hosted by Kelly himself. This series featured a broader playlist stretching the 1950s to the 1970s, with a focus on 1964-73. Currently distributed by Dial Global.
  • Back to the 70s (1998-2007, 2011-present). First 52 episodes hosted by Charlie Tuna, airing in reruns through 2007; subsequent revival (ca. 2011) hosted by Kelly himself.
  • The Amazing 80s (1998-present) hosted by Kelly, marketed as a direct competitor to Backtrax USA.
  • Top 30 USA (1980s), AC Radio top 30 countdown (or as the show implies a CountUP show) hosted by Kelly and distributed by CBS Radio
  • Your Good Time Oldies Magazine (1992-95), co-hosted by Kelly and Charlie Tuna

Kelly rose to fame at 93KHJ radio in Los Angeles in the 1970s and worked in several other stations in the area.

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