Philippe Fehmiu readies a fresh music radio sanctuary
Radio Host Philippe Fehmiu Shifts Programming Time on ICI Musique
Iconic radio host Philippe Fehmiu, known for his daily show "Vi@Fehmiu" on ICI Musique, has announced a significant change in his schedule. Starting this fall, Fehmiu will broadcast on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays from 7 PM to 10 PM.
In a video message shared on social media, Fehmiu acknowledged that the change marks a departure from his previous weekday midday programming. He revealed that this shift allows for a more intimate and evening radio atmosphere, drawing inspiration from renowned stations like the BBC and CBC Music.
Fehmiu's exit from the weekday 12 PM to 3 PM slot will pave the way for Claudine Prévost to occupy the time. The last daily show of "Vi@Fehmiu" is set to air on July 4.
The host expressed his commitment to exploring the emotional impact of music, a theme that resonates with evening radio shows on CBC Music. Fehmiu emphasized the increasing importance of music to listeners in these challenging times, citing numerous messages from audience members who've turned to music for solace.
In a conversation with ICI Musique's management, Fehmiu emphasized his desire to present diverse musical textures and secure a clear radio appointment for Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evenings. While the specifics of his new programming are yet to be disclosed, he hinted at a more subtle approach compared to the energetic nature of his previous show.
With his new mandate, Fehmiu looks forward to celebrating the growing prevalence of world music, acknowledging its shift from a niche genre to mainstream popularity. He expects a continued presence of global sounds in the daily programming, with placements on Catherine Pogonat's morning show, Claudine Prévost's forthcoming slot, and Nicolas Ouellet's "Nouveaux sons."
- Philippe Fehmiu, in a move away from his usual weekday afternoon slot, will use his new evening timeslot on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays to delve deeper into the emotional impact of music, drawing inspiration from stations like the BBC and CBC Music, which focus on environment.
- In the new programming, Fehmiu intends to showcase a wider array of musical textures, promoting the growing popularity of world music, thereby bridging the gap between entertainment and the environment of music.
