"A powerful transmitter is nothing without powerful, compelling programming and we are pleased to reveal our weekday line-up," says Lloyd Madurai, managing director of the new HOT 102.7FM.

"Our presenters and the professionalism that they bring to the airwaves, underpinned by the best in Old Skool and R&B music, are sure to attract and retain a substantial fan base," adds Madurai.

Joburg's Hottest Breakfast (weekdays from 06:00 to 09:00) will feature Tony Murrell, Bunny Majaja, Simon Hill, John Walland and Ragani Achary. 

At 09:00, multi-radio award winner Mark Pilgrim will take over from the breakfast show with The Mark Pilgrim Show. The show opens with The Hot Rewind, featuring 30 minutes of great hits from a mystery year. 

At midday, Ursula Chikane (also known as Brown Sugar) will air her show, which comprises interviews and Old Skool and R&B music.

From 15:00 to 18:30, The Big Joburg Drive with the Parky Squad will air, featuring Simon Parkinson, Keorapetse Hlope and Dylan Rogers. 

At 18:30 on Mondays to Thursdays, business journalist Michael Avery will host a business show which will focus on the big moves and trends in the economy.

"You have to agree that this is a stellar line-up," concludes Madurai. "Our formula has already been very successful in the past and now, with improved reach and coverage and the best talent line-up we look forward to gaining many new listeners."

For more information, visit www.hot1027.co.za