JERRY
KING
Jerry
joined KKYX in San Antonio in 1975, and worked every
shift at the station, ultimately becoming morning show
host and Music Director. He has helped the careers
of many musicians, notably George Strait, who first
heard his music played on the radio on Jerry’s
show.
Country Disc Jockey Hall of Fames’ Charlie Walker was Jerry’s earliest
influence, introducing him to Country music via his show on station KMAC, which
ironically later became KKYX. He played music during high school, before attending
Elkins Institute in Dallas, a radio school. In March of 1965, he got his first
radio job at KBER in San Antonio, and worked at stations in Benton and Alice,
Texas before returning home again.
Jerry has generously helped out as emcee, judge, consultant or participant in
parades, festivals, fundraisers and contests within the immense coverage area
of 50,000 watt KKYX.
