Singer Tei to End ‘Good Morning FM’ After 3½ Years, Focus on New Album

Returning to his main job as a singer, he leaves morning listeners behind for the stage

Singer and broadcaster Tei is stepping down from his morning radio host role after 3½ years. He plans to leave the microphone at MBC Radio FM4U's This Is Tei on Good Morning FM and focus on his main line of work: music.

Tei announced his departure during the opening of the program on the morning of the 9th. “My last day as DJ will be Nov. 22,” he said. “As a singer, I’ll hold more concerts and release albums, getting even closer to listeners and fans.”

Tei is said to have made the decision after extensive discussions with the production team, so he could focus on work on a new album and live performances.

Good Morning FM, which first went on the air in 2003, is one of MBC Radio’s flagship programs, helping commuters start their mornings every day from 7 to 9 a.m. The long-running program has been hosted by prominent broadcasters, beginning with its inaugural host, Kim Sung-joo, and later including Jun Hyun-moo, Noh Hong-chul, Kim Je-dong and Jang Sung-kyu.

Since taking over the microphone in May 2023, Tei has led the program with his signature lively, warm humor. In recognition of his contributions, he won the top excellence award in the radio category at the 2025 MBC Entertainment Awards, demonstrating the strong trust and affection he has earned from listeners.

Tei’s final live show will air on the 20th, and his run will come to a full close with the broadcast on the 22nd. His successor has not yet been confirmed.