CBC Radio 2 has named Tom Power the full-time host of its weekday morning music show, the network announced. Power, a musician, broadcaster and writer raised in St. John's, Newfoundland, had been filling in on the program before taking the role permanently.
What does Power bring to the CBC Music morning slot?
Power's background spans both sides of the microphone. He began in broadcasting programming folk music on college radio, then worked at the local private radio level as a news reporter and reader. He joined CBC three years ago as host of Deep Roots and has regularly guest-hosted CBC Radio 2 Drive and CBC Radio 2 Morning.
As a musician, he works as an instrumentalist and vocalist and has performed alongside accordion virtuoso Graham Wells, jazz guitarist Duane Andrews and bluegrass innovator Bill Keith. He also leads his own band, The Dardanelles, which has earned provincial and national recognition.
Mark Steinmetz, director of CBC Radio Music, said Power's combination of personality, fun and first-hand knowledge of the Canadian music scene is what the network wants for the weekday program, according to the announcement.
How does the schedule work?
CBC Radio 2 Morning airs daily across Canada from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. Molly Johnson remains host of the weekend edition, so the weekday change does not affect Saturday and Sunday programming.
The appointment lands as CBC Music's broader coverage stays busy with Canadian industry news. Recent items include Saya Gray's new track, Quebec rock duo Angine de Poitrine winning five of six nominations at the 48th ADISQ Gala in Montreal, and Carly Rae Jepsen being named host of the 2027 Juno Awards in Winnipeg on April 4. Rush has also announced a five-night residency at Sphere in Las Vegas for May 2027.
What to watch next
Listeners will hear Power's first full week as permanent host, which will show how he shapes the three-hour block. The weekend show under Johnson continues unchanged, giving the network two distinct voices across the week.
FAQ
When does CBC Radio 2 Morning air?
It runs weekdays from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. across Canada.
Who hosts the weekend edition?
Molly Johnson remains the weekend host.
