The five-hour, program blends the music, memories, and comic personality to create a sensational new show that journey's back in time while remaining relevant to today’s listening audience. Along with movie and TV memories, “Saturday Night at the 80s” will feature today’s superstars and celebrities, as well as fresh interviews with artists and one-hit-wonders who changed the face of music over the course of a decade.
“We are delighted to be bringing the broadcasting talents of Todd Pettengill and the programming expertise of Tom Cuddy to a national audience,” said John McConnell, Senior Vice President of Programming for ABC Radio Networks. “Clearly, the 80s hold special memories for many listeners...”
“Since launching an 80s program on WPLJ-FM seven years ago, we have seen first hand that adults have a seemingly insatiable appetite for music from that decade” said Tom Cuddy, VP of Programming for the ABC Radio FM Station Group. “In addition to the music, the incredible comedic talents of Todd Pettengill will keep the entertainment level high in-between the hits of the 80s.”
- From an ABC Radio Networks Press Release
