Dan Edwards has quietly left My 29's "On the Fly."
Very quietly, considering how delightfully noisy and rambunctious Edwards is.
I thought I was just catching the show hosted by Tony Fly and Kelsey Soby on the days their on-air producer wasn't there. Apparently not. Edwards' role has been filled by various comedians and local celebs. The show will probably hire another producer, who may not be a permanent on-camera presence.
An e-mail from "Al V" reminded me of some stuff I had not written.
I've got to admit that I thought there was a third-wheel element to Edwards' being on set, and I was sometimes uncomfortable with his version of awkward exploits. But he seemed like a sweet fellow and pretty good producer, and I'm told the show is doing very well as far as attracting a large audience. I have heard Edwards' talents have been sought by other media and he may have left My29 of his own accord.
Dan was Tony's producer at the former B96 and K-TWIN. Edwards started his career as a KDWB intern in 1998 and then moved all around the country — Champaign, Ill., Bismarck, N.D., and Erie, Pa. — programming radio stations. He returned home to work late nights on B96 before moving to Tony's morning radio show.
"Since mid-May his name has been taken off the opening credits and questions on Facebook from fans regarding his absence have gone unanswered," according to Al V's e-mail to me.
I've called the station for a comment but have not heard back. They are probably silent because My29ers need permission from NYC to talk.