Navigated by a passion for music and fueled by adventure, XYZ with Erik Zachary is the show where EVERYTHING might happen.

Led by renowned radio and television host, Erik Zachary, and joined by music industry talents, Jordan Foster and Trace Hamilton, XYZ with Erik Zachary is an escape from ordinary radio. Featuring everything music, entertainment and trending, XYZ prioritizes content and authenticity over everything. This not your parents’ radio show…even though Erik’s mom, Virginia, does provide weekly hot takes. XYZ’s goal is simple: to take everything that made you reach for the aux cord and lock it out of the studio.

XYZ with Eric Zachary

WEEKDAYS | EVENINGS | 5 HOURS

BENCHMARKS

BENCHMARKS

Under the CoversMusicians you might not know, covering songs that you definitely do. The XYZ team highlights unique and outstanding covers that are making noise online.

Mom’s Hot Take – Some parents embarrass their kids at family gatherings, but Erik’s mom does it 3x a week on a national broadcast. Although she’s his mother first and foremost, Virginia Zachary is no stranger to entertainment news and even more so, sharing her opinion on it.

XYZ E-N-T Report – A quick 60-second dose on what’s trending in pop culture news. This isn’t audio clickbait and certainly not a tease without payoff. The ENT Report quickly and efficiently updates listeners AND provides perspective.

More About Nothing A researcher and social profit (self-proclaimed), Jordan Foster stays up late doing the research on random fun facts and myths, so you don’t have to.

Mental Health Monday – The best way to start a week is to be the best version of yourself. In this round-robin discussion, Team XYZ goes over tips, tricks, quotes and ideas to help all of us get through the week in the best headspace possible.

XYZ Throwback – Can you figure out what the #1 song was on a given day of a given year? How about if it’s multiple choice? The show runs back three songs that might have been at the top of the charts and two from the team go head-to-head playing for you at home. Ultimately though, it’s your choice to decide if they’re right or if you know better.

XYZ Fresh Out It’s no secret that every Friday, an avalanche of new music gets dropped on us. We obviously hear about the bigger artists, but a lot of really good music can get lost in the shuffle. XYZ Fresh Out is a chance to quickly highlight some of the week’s hidden gems.

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ERIK

ZACHARY

After over a decade of TV/radio experience and music journalism, and credits that include MTV, iHeartRadio and The CW, Erik is no stranger to hosting. His versatile nature allows him to effortlessly pivot between the studio, live concert coverage and most notably, his artist interviews.

JORDAN

FOSTER

A former major market personality and music director, Jordan Foster is the right hand and best friend we all need in our lives. He’s silly. He’s cute. He might be the smartest in the group (says him) but most importantly, you can always count on him to make you laugh.

TRACE

HAMILTON

Producer, In-House Musician, and the occasional voice of reason on XYZ, Trace Hamilton is no stranger to a microphone (or stage). Trace has everything music, live show and entertainment news covered and always does his best to make you crack a smile.

VIRGINIA

ZACHARY

A performer and trained journalist in her own right, Virginia Zachary isn’t just “the cool mom” serving up hot takes. She’s a relatable and authentic broadcaster ready to provide a unique perspective (and embarrass Erik) whenever called upon.

SLOANE

ZACHARY

A little bit studio dog, a little bit diva, Sloane makes her presence known. Although she rarely makes it on-air, she can be seen making the occasional cameo across XYZ socials and videos.

ERIK

ZACHARY

After over a decade of TV/radio experience and music journalism, and credits that include MTV, iHeartRadio and The CW, Erik is no stranger to hosting. His versatile nature allows him to effortlessly pivot between the studio, live concert coverage and most notably, his artist interviews.

JORDAN

FOSTER

A former major market personality and music director, Jordan Foster is the right hand and best friend we all need in our lives. He’s silly. He’s cute. He might be the smartest in the group (says him) but most importantly, you can always count on him to make you laugh.

TRACE

HAMILTON

Producer, In-House Musician, and the occasional voice of reason on XYZ, Trace Hamilton is no stranger to a microphone (or stage). Trace has everything music, live show and entertainment news covered and always does his best to make you crack a smile.

VIRGINIA

ZACHARY

A performer and trained journalist in her own right, Virginia Zachary isn’t just “the cool mom” serving up hot takes. She’s a relatable and authentic broadcaster ready to provide a unique perspective (and embarrass Erik) whenever called upon.

SLOANE

ZACHARY

A little bit studio dog, a little bit diva, Sloane makes her presence known. Although she rarely makes it on-air, she can be seen making the occasional cameo across XYZ socials and videos.

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