“‘Thank you for your service of 20 years, but due to technology and new infrastructure, you are hereby terminated,’” Michaels recalls the conversation about his layoff. “Just that easy.”

“Anybody that meets Bekoe can attest to his charisma, passion for Chicago, and support for the local music community — all key factors in choosing him as our new midday host for Vocalo Radio."

Soul 106.3’s move to cut Love’s morning show comes months after legendary radio host Tom Joyner announced Rickey Smiley as the successor to his syndicated urban adult-contemporary morning spot.