ONE of the most widely listened to and well-liked radio personalities on the airwaves in South Florida and Atlanta, Georgia, promoter, record producer, and disc jock Captain Kirk will be simultaneously broadcasting on Hot 102 FM and WAVS 1170 AM, beginning this summer.

Captain Kirk will combine his experience, sharp intelligence and extraordinary depth of music knowledge that helps set the agenda for a new global musical conversation. His raspy voice will set the tone for an engaging mix of Caribbean news and interviews, along with the latest in reggae music, including a special focus on new artistes.

Born Kirk Nelson in Kingston, he grew up in the town of Bethany in Manchester, Jamaica. In 1982, Captain Kirk migrated to New York City, and while in the Big Apple, he fell under the influence of legendary broadcaster Ken Williams, who advised the young radio enthusiast to enhance his promising airwaves skills by obtaining formal radio training.

Heeding the advice of his mentor, he registered, completed and received a certificate in Radio Broadcasting at the Johnny Allen School of Broadcasting in New York.

He started his professional career as a radio broadcaster at WNWK, where he hosted the early morning programme. He later met the late radio legend Clint O’Neil, who nurtured and mentored him at WLRN radio station in Miami strengthening his skills as a disc jockey.

In 1997, he received his licence as a multi-engine aircraft technician and relocated to South Florida where he was employed at the Miami International Airport.

Captain Kirk possesses a quiet confidence, which he describes as perhaps the most important trait that has led him to the next step of his journey.