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KLOS

KLOS (95.5 FM, "95.5 KLOS") is a commercial radio station licensed to Los Angeles, California, United States, that serves the Greater Los Angeles area with a rock music format.^[1]^[2] The station has broadcast rock music continuously since adopting the format in 1969, initially branding itself as "Rock 'n Stereo 95½ KLOS" during its early album rock era.^[3]^[4] Owned by Meruelo Media since its acquisition from Cumulus Media in 2019 for $43 million, KLOS operates studios in Burbank and a transmitter in Los Angeles.^[5]^[6] The station is recognized as Southern California's premier rock outlet, featuring a playlist spanning classic rock from the 1960s through the 1990s, with recent programming shifts incorporating more 1980s, 1990s, and early 2000s tracks to appeal to a broader audience.^[2]^[7]^[4] KLOS has maintained a prominent role in Los Angeles radio for over 50 years, hosting influential personalities and shows such as the morning program Heidi and Frank, nighttime host Greg Beharrell, and formerly the afternoon drive Kevin & Sluggo.^[8]^[9]^[10] In 2025, the station achieved its highest audience ratings since 1991, with a 4.1 share (6+ AQH) in May, driven by strong performance from its morning show, which ranked number one among adults 25-54.^[11]

Station Profile

General Information

KLOS (95.5 FM) is a commercial radio station licensed to Los Angeles, California, United States, broadcasting a mainstream rock format as of 2025.^[1] The station signed on December 30, 1947, as KECA-FM, initially simulcasting the programming of its AM sister station KECA (now KABC).^[12] It changed its call sign to KABC-FM in 1954 to align with ABC's rebranding of its Los Angeles properties and adopted the KLOS call letters in 1971.^[13] Owned by Meruelo Media since its $43 million acquisition from Cumulus Media in 2019, KLOS operates on the 95.5 MHz frequency with a Class B license and an effective radiated power (ERP) of 61,000 watts.^[5]^[14] The station's format traces its roots to album-oriented rock (AOR) introduced in 1969, evolving into its current mainstream rock presentation, which incorporates a mix of classic and active rock tracks following programming refreshes in 2024–2025.^[3]^[11] KLOS maintains studios at 2600 West Olive Avenue in Burbank, California, and brands itself with the slogan "95.5 KLOS, The Rock of Southern California," emphasizing its longstanding role in delivering rock music to the Greater Los Angeles area.^[15]^[16]

Coverage and Facilities

KLOS operates as a Class B FM station with an effective radiated power (ERP) of 61,000 watts, enabling broad broadcast reach across southern California.^[14] Its transmitter is situated on Mount Wilson at coordinates 34°13′37″N 118°04′01″W, 6,073 feet (1,851 meters) above sea level, which optimizes signal propagation over varied terrain.^[14] The station serves the Greater Los Angeles area, including Los Angeles County, Orange County, the Riverside-San Bernardino inland region, and Ventura County, delivering consistent coverage to over 18 million residents in this metropolitan market.^[17]^[18] Signal characteristics include a non-directional antenna pattern, with the primary coverage contour at 60 dBu encompassing core urban zones and the secondary contour at 54 dBu extending to peripheral suburbs and valleys for reliable listening.^[14] Studio facilities are based at 2600 West Olive Avenue in Burbank, California 91505, supporting on-site production, programming, and content creation for the station's rock format.^[19] As part of Meruelo Media's portfolio, these Burbank studios integrate shared resources with sister properties such as KPWR (Power 106) and KDAY, facilitating collaborative operations, video production capabilities, and streamlined workflows across the group's Los Angeles outlets.^[20]^[21]

Historical Development

Inception and Early Years (1947–1969)

KLOS began broadcasting as KECA-FM on December 30, 1947, at 95.5 MHz in Los Angeles, initially simulcasting the programming of its AM sister station, KECA (790 AM), under the ownership of the American Broadcasting Company (ABC).^[22]^[13] This setup was common for early FM stations, which often duplicated AM content to build listenership amid the slow adoption of FM receivers in households during the late 1940s.^[23] The station complied with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations for FM operations, including power limits and frequency allocations, as FM broadcasting was still emerging in major markets like Los Angeles.^[24] In 1954, following ABC's consolidation of its stations, KECA-FM adopted the call letters KABC-FM to align with the AM station's rebranding to KABC.^[13]^[22] During the 1950s, the station shifted toward a beautiful music format, featuring light classical and instrumental selections, which was typical for FM outlets seeking to differentiate from AM's more varied programming while appealing to a growing but still niche audience. This period reflected FM's limited reach in Los Angeles, where AM dominated due to better propagation and higher receiver penetration, resulting in modest listenership for KABC-FM despite its technical advancements.^[25] By the 1960s, programming evolved further; in 1960, KABC-FM transitioned to an all-talk format to provide distinct content from KABC-AM.^[13] On January 1, 1968, it adopted an all-news format, becoming one of the first in Los Angeles to do so, in response to new FCC rules mandating separate programming for AM-FM duopolies to promote diversity.^[22]^[13] However, the all-news experiment was short-lived, lasting only until March, as FM's audience remained constrained by the era's low FM set ownership—estimated at under 20% of radios in the U.S. by the late 1960s.^[25] Throughout this time, ABC maintained stable ownership of the station, providing continuity. This pre-rock phase laid the groundwork for the station's format shift in 1969.

Rock Format Adoption and Growth (1969–2011)

In early 1969, KABC-FM transitioned from its all-news format to an automated progressive rock programming known as the "Love" format, directed by ABC FM Special Projects head Allen Shaw, marking the station's initial entry into rock music broadcasting.^[3] This syndicated approach featured a mix of soft rock, folk, and mellow tracks, providing an alternative to the dominant Top 40 sounds on AM radio at the time.^[26] By April 1971, the station changed its call letters to KLOS to distinguish it from its AM sister station KABC, and in the fall of that year, under program director Tom Yates and ABC-Owned FM Stations vice president Allen Shaw, it launched a pioneering album-oriented rock (AOR) format branded as "Rock 'N Stereo."^[27] This shift emphasized deep cuts from rock albums rather than mainstream Top 40 singles, allowing DJs greater freedom in playlist selection while focusing on album tracks from artists like Led Zeppelin and The Who.^[13] The format quickly gained traction, propelling KLOS to become Los Angeles' top-rated FM rock station by 1972 and entering the Arbitron top ten market rankings.^[13] KLOS solidified its rock identity through high-profile promotions, including its role in broadcasting and promoting the 1974 California Jam concert at the Ontario Motor Speedway, which drew over 250,000 attendees and featured acts like Deep Purple and Black Sabbath.^[13] In 1981, the station initiated its annual blood drive partnership with the American Red Cross, a community initiative that has collected nearly 200,000 units of blood as of 2025 for patients in need; the event peaked in 2014 with nearly 7,900 units gathered across multiple locations.^[28]^[29] Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, KLOS maintained its AOR format, achieving peak listenership during this period as one of Southern California's premier rock outlets, often ranking among the market's top stations.^[13] It faced stiff competition from rivals like KROQ-FM, which evolved from AOR to alternative rock in the 1980s, but KLOS held strong by sticking to classic and mainstream rock staples into the 1990s and 2000s.^[3] In 1985, ownership transferred from ABC to Capital Cities/ABC following the $3.5 billion acquisition of ABC by Capital Cities Communications.^[30] The Walt Disney Company acquired Capital Cities/ABC in 1996, retaining KLOS as part of its radio portfolio until 2007, when Citadel Broadcasting merged with Disney's ABC Radio division, bringing the station under Citadel's control.^[31]

Cumulus Media Ownership (2011–2019)

In September 2011, Cumulus Media completed its $2.4 billion acquisition of Citadel Broadcasting, gaining ownership of KLOS (95.5 FM) as part of a transaction that included 242 other radio stations across the United States.^[32] This deal positioned Cumulus as the second-largest radio broadcaster in the country by revenue, with KLOS serving as a key asset in the competitive Los Angeles market.^[33] Under Cumulus ownership, KLOS maintained its established album-oriented rock (AOR) format, focusing on classic and mainstream rock tracks from the 1970s through the 1990s, while introducing minor adjustments to appeal to broader audiences.^[13] In 2012, the station underwent significant programming shifts, including the conclusion of the long-running Mark & Brian morning show on August 17 after 25 years on air, which had been a staple since 1987 and contributed to KLOS's strong listener loyalty.^[34] The show was replaced by the Heidi & Frank morning program starting September 4, 2012, featuring hosts Heidi Hamilton and Frank Kramer, who brought a mix of humor, music, and local commentary to mornings; this change aimed to refresh the lineup while preserving the station's rock heritage.^[35] Additional tweaks included occasional infusions of active rock elements and syndication trials, such as Westwood One programming, to test listener engagement amid evolving market dynamics.^[36] KLOS faced challenges during the Cumulus era, including ratings fluctuations in a crowded Los Angeles radio landscape dominated by competitors like KROQ and KRQQ.^[37] Despite these, the station saw periodic gains, particularly in mornings following the 2012 transition, with program director Jack Silver noting improvements before his departure in July 2012.^[37] Community initiatives provided a counterbalance, exemplified by the 33rd annual KLOS Blood Drive in July 2014, which collected nearly 7,900 units of blood over four days in partnership with the American Red Cross—one of the largest single-drive collections in Southern California history.^[29] As Cumulus pursued portfolio optimization, it announced the sale of KLOS to Meruelo Media on April 15, 2019, for $43 million in cash, with Meruelo assuming programming control via a local marketing agreement effective April 16.^[38] The transaction closed on July 17, 2019, marking the end of Cumulus's ownership and transitioning KLOS to new management focused on revitalizing its rock identity.^[21]

Meruelo Media Ownership (2019–Present)

In July 2019, Meruelo Media completed its $43 million acquisition of KLOS from Cumulus Media, following a local marketing agreement that began in April of that year, during which the station maintained its classic rock format with an initial emphasis on heritage artists to solidify its market position.^[39]^[21] This purchase marked Meruelo's entry into the rock radio space in Los Angeles, relocating KLOS's studios to align with its other properties while preserving the station's legacy as Southern California's rock staple.^[40] By late January 2020, amid the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, KLOS pivoted to a mainstream rock format, incorporating more active tracks from the 1990s and 2000s to broaden its appeal, while Meruelo implemented staff cuts including furloughs for personalities like Frosty Stilwell to manage financial pressures.^[41] This shift retained core elements from the Cumulus era, such as the Heidi & Frank morning show, but introduced a fresher playlist rotation to attract younger listeners during uncertain times.^[42] Significant programming and talent changes marked 2024 and 2025 under Meruelo's direction. On September 6, 2024, afternoon hosts Kevin Ryder and Doug "Sluggo" Roberts were dismissed as part of broader staff reductions at the company.^[10] In a lighthearted April 1, 2025, April Fools' stunt, KLOS temporarily rebranded as "95.5 SoCal's Yacht Rock," fully committing to smooth '70s and '80s soft rock imaging before reverting to its core format.^[43] Later that year, on February 3, 2025, rock veteran Nik Carter debuted in afternoons (3-7 p.m.), also taking over as host of the syndicated "Off the Record" program starting February 8, with KLOS serving as its flagship station.^[44]^[45] A programming refresh in early 2025 further evolved KLOS's sound, increasing the mix of '90s and '00s tracks for a more contemporary edge while reducing reliance on '60s deep cuts, as evidenced by a March 2025 playlist analysis showing 2.9% from the 1960s, 30.9% from the 1990s, and notable '00s inclusions alongside '70s and '80s staples.^[7] This adjustment contributed to strong ratings performance, with the May 2025 PPM survey recording a 4.1 share among persons 6+—KLOS's highest since 1991—and the morning show ranking #1 in adults 25-54.^[46]^[11] In November 2025, program director Keith Cunningham departed the station to launch his media consultancy, Black Box Group.^[47]

Broadcasting Technology

Analog Signal and Studios

KLOS transmits its primary analog signal on 95.5 MHz in the FM band, employing standard FM stereo modulation to deliver high-fidelity audio across the Greater Los Angeles area. The station operates as a Class B facility with an effective radiated power (ERP) of 61,000 watts, enabling broad coverage from its transmitter site on Mount Wilson.^[14] This configuration supports a non-directional antenna pattern at a height above average terrain (HAAT) of 954 meters, optimizing signal propagation in the challenging terrain of the Los Angeles basin.^[14] The elevated transmitter location and substantial ERP help mitigate potential interference from the region's numerous co-channel and adjacent-channel FM stations, ensuring clear reception for listeners amid the dense urban spectrum. Daily analog operations involve continuous 24/7 broadcasting, with the main FM signal serving as the simulcast for the HD1 channel to maintain format consistency across delivery methods. Signal reliability is generally high, though disruptions can occur during extreme events; for instance, the station's over-the-air transmission was temporarily offline during the January 2025 Eaton Fire, which threatened Mount Wilson facilities, before resuming operations.^[48]^[49] The Burbank studios, housed in the Meruelo Media facility on West Olive Avenue since September 2019, support a streamlined workflow for live on-air broadcasts, audio production, and integration of remote contributions from events or contributors. This setup includes dedicated air studios for hosts, production booths for editing and mixing, and networked systems for seamless remote audio feeds, facilitating real-time programming decisions and guest appearances. Following the relocation under Meruelo Media ownership, the facility underwent equipment enhancements, including the installation of digital audio consoles around 2020 to improve mixing efficiency and sound quality for rock programming.^[21]^[50] To ensure ongoing compliance, KLOS adheres to Federal Communications Commission (FCC) standards for analog coverage contours, which define the protected service area based on the station's ERP, HAAT, and terrain modeling to prevent harmful interference with other licensees. Regular maintenance, including transmitter inspections and signal monitoring, upholds these contours, with the station's Class B status confirming adequate protection ratios for the Los Angeles market.^[14]

HD Radio Operations

KLOS utilizes HD Radio's in-band on-channel (IBOC) digital transmission technology to deliver its primary programming alongside supplementary subchannels, enabling multicasting within the existing FM band. The HD1 channel simulcasts the station's core analog rock format, offering listeners with compatible receivers improved audio fidelity, reduced interference, and artist experience data such as song titles and album art. This setup has been in place since KLOS adopted HD Radio in the mid-2000s, aligning with the technology's rollout for major market stations. The HD2 subchannel, branded as "KLOS2," launched on March 4, 2021, as a dedicated talk radio outlet operated in partnership with Toad Hop Entertainment. Initially featuring a 24-hour loop of highlights from the "Heidi & Frank Show" along with other syndicated talk segments, it has since expanded to include additional original content and personalities to fill the all-talk format. This addition targets audiences seeking extended access to conversational programming beyond the main channel's music focus.^[51]^[52] KLOS-HD3 provides a simulcast of KIRN (670 AM), a Persian-language news and talk station serving Southern California's Iranian community, beginning in 2021 to extend its reach via FM digital signals. Prior to this, the subchannel carried Armenian music and cultural programming under the "SoCal Armenian" branding through 2020. The subchannel enhances accessibility for ethnic audiences with CD-quality audio and greater dynamic range compared to AM.^[53] Technically, KLOS's HD broadcast operates within a total bandwidth of approximately 200 kHz, including the analog signal and digital sidebands, using IBOC to avoid spectrum expansion. In multicasting mode, HD1 typically allocates up to 20 kHz of audio bandwidth for stereo transmission at bit rates of 64-96 kbps, while HD2 and HD3 share reduced allocations of around 12 kHz each at lower bit rates (e.g., 32-48 kbps per channel) to accommodate multiple streams without compromising core coverage. HD Radio adoption in the Los Angeles market remains robust, with approximately 67% of new vehicles equipped with receivers as of mid-2025, supporting KLOS's digital extensions amid growing in-car integration. As of November 2025, no significant updates to these operations have occurred, with the subchannels contributing to Meruelo Media's strategy for diverse, multi-platform content delivery across its Los Angeles cluster.^[54]^[55]^[56]

On-Air Talent

Current Personalities

The morning show on KLOS features "The Heidi & Frank Show," hosted by Heidi Hamilton and Frank Kramer since September 4, 2012. The program blends comedy sketches, classic rock discussions, and segments on Los Angeles lifestyle topics, such as local events and celebrity interviews, attracting a loyal audience with its humorous take on daily life.^[57]^[34] Afternoons are led by Nik Carter, who joined KLOS on February 3, 2025, as the PM drive host, bringing experience from markets including Seattle's "Feedback" on The Brew. His show emphasizes interactive segments with listeners, rock music trivia, and live calls focusing on classic and active rock tracks to engage the drive-time demographic.^[58]^[59] Evenings feature the syndicated "Greg Beharrell Show," airing weekdays from 7:00 PM to 12:00 AM, known for its dry wit, storytelling, and curated playlists of rock hits that highlight artist anecdotes and fan stories. Beharrell, whose program originates from KLOS and is syndicated across North America, maintains a focus on connecting with night-time listeners through relaxed, narrative-driven content.^[9]^[11]^[60] Overnights and weekends incorporate syndicated programming, including Alice Cooper's show from 12:00 AM to 5:00 AM weekdays, featuring interviews and rock commentary from the shock rock icon. Weekend slots fill with specialists like "Breakfast with the Beatles" hosted by Richard Steele on Sundays, "Whiplash with Full Metal Jackie" for metal spotlights, "Off the Record" hosted by Nik Carter, a syndicated deep-dive into classic rock albums that flags KLOS as its station since February 2025, and "KLOS New & Approved" hosted by Matt Pinfield on Sundays, showcasing emerging rock artists and interviews. No dedicated full-time overnight host operates locally.^[2]^[61]^[62]^[63] Behind the scenes, Keith Cunningham served as Vice President of Programming for KLOS from 2015 until November 2025, overseeing the station's rock format refresh post-2024, including talent acquisitions like Carter amid Meruelo Media's strategic hires in early 2025.^[64]^[65]^[47]

Notable Former Personalities

Jim Ladd served as a nighttime host at KLOS during multiple stints, beginning in 1971 and continuing through 1974, before returning from 1997 to 2011, where he was renowned for his freeform rock programming that emphasized album tracks, artist interviews, and thematic sets without rigid playlists.^[66]^[67] His approach, often called the "last DJ," influenced the station's progressive rock identity and inspired Tom Petty's 2002 album The Last DJ, highlighting Ladd's resistance to commercial radio constraints.^[68] Ladd's over 50-year career in Los Angeles radio, including his KLOS periods, cemented his status as a pioneer in freeform broadcasting, with national reach through syndication and later SiriusXM.^[69] The morning drive team of Mark Thompson and Brian Phelps, known as the "Mark & Brian Show," anchored KLOS from 1987 to 2012, delivering a 25-year run of comedic sketches, celebrity interviews, and pop culture commentary that became a staple for Los Angeles listeners.^[70] Their syndicated program, which expanded nationally in later years, blended humor with rock music segments, earning multiple Marconi Awards for major market personalities and contributing to KLOS's high ratings during the classic rock era.^[70] The show's end in 2012 marked the close of a significant chapter in morning radio, with Thompson retiring and Phelps pursuing voiceover work.^[10] Raechel Donahue hosted middays at KLOS in the mid-1980s, bringing her experience from pioneering freeform stations like KMET to the lineup, where she focused on deep album cuts and female perspectives in rock programming.^[13] Her tenure, though brief around 1986, added to KLOS's reputation for diverse voices during the AOR format's growth, drawing on her earlier roles in shaping FM radio's underground sound nationally.^[71] Kevin Ryder and Doug "Sluggo" Roberts co-hosted afternoons as "Kevin & Sluggo" on KLOS until their dismissal in September 2024, a partnership that spanned over two decades on the station starting in the early 2000s, known for irreverent banter, listener call-ins, and rock-centric humor.^[72] Their show maintained KLOS's edgy personality amid format shifts, influencing local rock radio through long-term listener engagement before cuts at owner Meruelo Media led to their exit.^[10]

Recognition and Impact

Awards and Nominations

KLOS has received notable recognition from the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) through its Marconi Radio Awards and Crystal Radio Awards, highlighting the station's excellence in programming and commitment to public service. In 1991, KLOS won the NAB Marconi Award for Album-Oriented Rock Station of the Year, acknowledging its leadership in the rock radio format during a pivotal era of industry growth.^[42] That same year, the station's morning show hosts Mark Thompson and Brian Phelps received the NAB Marconi Award for Major Market Personality of the Year, recognizing their innovative on-air contributions to engaging Los Angeles listeners.^[73] The NAB Crystal Radio Awards, which honor stations for outstanding year-round community service, have been a key area of acclaim for KLOS. The station earned this award in 1991, 1999, and 2005, with each win tied to initiatives like its long-running blood drives in partnership with the American Red Cross, demonstrating sustained efforts to support local health needs.^[74]^[75] These awards underscore the NAB's criteria emphasizing innovation in broadcasting, programming excellence, and impactful public service that enhances community welfare.^[76] Throughout the 1990s, KLOS received additional nominations for NAB Marconi Awards, reflecting ongoing industry acknowledgment of its rock format innovations, though specific details on categories remain limited in public records. No major NAB awards were reported for KLOS as of 2025, with the station's most recent Marconi recognition occurring in 2021 for Rock Station of the Year.^[42]

Community Contributions and Ratings Milestones

KLOS has long been a pillar in community engagement, particularly through its longstanding partnership with the American Red Cross for annual blood drives that began in 1981. These events, now in their 44th year as of 2025, mobilize thousands of donors across Southern California, with collection sites spanning Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Ventura counties. In one notable iteration, the drive gathered 9,681 units of blood products, establishing it as the nation's largest media-supported blood donation effort. Under Meruelo Media ownership since 2019, the initiative has persisted robustly, including the 2025 edition held on August 1–2, which drew 1,890 donors and collected 2,258 blood products, reinforcing KLOS's commitment to life-saving causes.^[77]^[28]^[78]^[79] Beyond blood drives, KLOS integrates philanthropy with its rock music heritage through concert promotions and charity-linked events. The station played a key role in promoting the iconic 1974 California Jam festival at Ontario Motor Speedway, a landmark event that drew over 250,000 attendees and featured acts like Deep Purple and Emerson, Lake & Palmer, cementing KLOS's influence in Southern California's rock scene. More recently, KLOS has tied promotions to charitable outcomes, such as the annual St. Jude Rocks radiothon, which raised a record $1.292 million in December 2024 for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital over 26 broadcast hours, surpassing the prior record of $1.28 million from February 2024 and $1.27 million in 2023. During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, KLOS maintained community support by adapting programming to uplift listeners amid isolation and uncertainty, contributing to its recognition as Rock Station of the Year.^[13]^[80]^[81]^[82]^[42] KLOS's ratings trajectory reflects its enduring cultural resonance, with peak performance in the 1970s and 1980s when it emerged as Los Angeles's top-rated FM rock station by 1972, driven by album-oriented programming that defined the era's rock sound. Following a programming refresh in 2024, Nielsen Audio trends showed upward momentum, aided by methodology updates like the three-minute listening threshold that boosted spring 2025 metrics across radio. The station achieved a milestone in May 2025 PPM ratings, posting a 4.1 share among persons 6+, its highest mark since fall 1991 and a climb from 3.6 in the prior book. The Heidi and Frank morning show ranked #1 in mornings among adults 25–54, while afternoons under Nik Carter saw similar gains, positioning KLOS ahead of competitors like KROQ, whose share lagged at around 3.0 in comparable periods, as KLOS captured displaced alternative rock listeners with added 2000s hits.^[83]^[84]^[11]^[46]^[85] These milestones underscore KLOS's vital role in Southern California rock culture, where it has broadcast rock formats since 1969, fostering a legacy of listener loyalty through high-energy events and targeted content. Engagement extends digitally via the KLOS app for live streaming and on-demand access, alongside active social media presence and podcasts featuring personalities like Matt Pinfield, enabling fans to connect beyond traditional airwaves and amplifying the station's community impact.^[86]^[87]

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'Heidi & Frank' to take over for 'Mark & Brian' on KLOS
Aug 31, 2012 · Like thousands of other Angelenos, Heidi Hamilton was listening to the final “Mark & Brian” show on KLOS-FM while driving to work Aug. 17 ...
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Heidi and Frank replacing Mark and Brian on KLOS
Aug 20, 2012 · Cumulus Media's heritage rocker KLOS-FM LA announced the return of the Heidi and Frank show to the station for mornings beginning 9/4.
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Cumulus Sells KLOS To Meruelo, Swaps Stations With Connoisseur.
Apr 16, 2019 · In the first of two back-to-back deals, Cumulus has agreed to sell rocker KLOS (95.5) Los Angeles to Meruelo Media for $43 million. Meruelo ...Missing: 2011 | Show results with:2011
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Radio: Program director Jack Silver leaves KABC, KLOS – Daily News
Jul 5, 2012 · The ratings increases speak for themselves,” he continued. “Now it is my time to move to the next challenge. I love doing radio in Los Angeles, ...
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Cumulus Media Announces Two Strategic Transactions
Apr 15, 2019 · Under the terms of the agreement with Meruelo Media, Meruelo Media will acquire KLOS-FM in Los Angeles, CA for a purchase price of $43 million.
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Meruelo Media Enters LMA with Cumulus Media To Purchase KLOS ...
Apr 15, 2019 · Meruelo Media operates Los Angeles television stations KWHY-22 and KBEH 63, and Los Angeles market radio stations KPWR-FM 105.9 "Power 106," ...Missing: Burbank | Show results with:Burbank<|control11|><|separator|>
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Meruelo Media Closes On KLOS & KXOS - RadioInsight
Jul 17, 2019 · Meruelo Media has closed on its purchases on “Radio Centro 93.9” KXOS Los Angeles from Grupo Radio Centro and Rock 95.5 KLOS Los Angeles ...
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KLOS - Wikipedia
KLOS (95.5 FM, "95-5 KLOS") is a commercial radio station licensed to Los Angeles, California, and serves the Greater Los Angeles area.
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Staff Furloughs At Meruelo Media - RAMP - Radio and Music Pros
Mar 25, 2020 · Frosty Stilwell, longtime co-host of the Frosty, Heidi & Frankmorning show on Meruelo Media Classic Rock KLOS/Los Angeles has been furloughed.
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How KLOS 95.5 worked through the pandemic and was named rock ...
Nov 19, 2021 · With the blessing of station owners, Meruelo Media, Cunningham and Roberts said they were able to keep things fresh by bringing in people like ...
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KLOS Stunts With Yacht Rock For April Fools - RadioInsight
Apr 1, 2025 · 95.5 KLOS is in stunt mode for April Fools Day as “95.5 SoCal's Yacht Rock“. The station has gone all-in with imaging, drops, with their 12pm ID proclaiming “ ...<|control11|><|separator|>
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KLOS 95.5 FM debuts new afternoon host, and we learn his plans ...
Feb 3, 2025 · “There are so few stations with a history as rich as KLOS – with the same call letters and basically the same format for decades. This truly is ...
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Nik Carter Joins 'Off the Record' as Host, KLOS Becomes Flagship
Feb 3, 2025 · New KLOS afternoon talent Nik Carter takes over as host starting on February 8. Meruelo Media's KLOS will also serve as the show's new flagship station.Missing: hires | Show results with:hires
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May 2025 (5/1 - 5/28) Nielsen Audio PPM Ratings Day 1
Jun 16, 2025 · 95.5 KLOS is up 3.6 – 3.9 – 4.1 for what Ratings Expert Chris Huff notes is its largest share since Fall 1991.
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Disney's KABC and PBS SoCal stations' signals from Mt. Wilson ...
Jan 10, 2025 · Separately, radio station KLOS-FM 95.5, which also uses transmission facilities in the Angeles National Forest, went off the air overnight.
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Disney's KABC and PBS SoCal stations' signals from Mt. Wilson ...
Jan 10, 2025 · Separately, radio station KLOS-FM 95.5, which also uses transmission facilities in the Angeles National Forest, went off the air overnight.
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Immaculate Connections - Studio Wiring Specialists
KLOS was purchased by Meruelo Media and moved to their Burbank, CA facility already housing Power 106 and KDAY. ICI first started this project building ...
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Meruelo Media Launches 'KLOS 2', HD Channel Led By Morning ...
Mar 4, 2021 · Dubbed “KLOS 2,” the digital channel will be led by Frank Kramer, co-host of the “Heidi & Frank Show” on classic rock KLOS (95.5) Los Angeles.Missing: upgrades consoles 2020
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KLOS host Frank Kramer launches new all-talk channel on radio ...
Mar 8, 2021 · At its launch March 4th, the new talk station is nothing more than a 24-hour Best Of Heidi and Frank station. But Cunningham explained that this ...
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HD Radio | 670 AM KIRN - Persian News Talk and Info
Radio Iran on 95.5HD3 is free and the sound quality delivers deeper bass, higher treble, more stereo separation, and a greater dynamic range.Missing: KLOS | Show results with:KLOS
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Broadcast Electronics heavily investing in HD Radio - BE
Sep 7, 2020 · While the largest markets like New York and Los Angeles clearly lead the race towards full adoption with upwards of 68% of cars purchased coming ...
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[PDF] HD Radio™ FM Transmission System Specifications
Aug 24, 2011 · This document details specifications of the iBiquity Digital Corporation HD Radio FM IBOC system. Included in this document are ...Missing: KLOS | Show results with:KLOS
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Heidi, Frank debut on KLOS - Orange County Register
Sep 4, 2012 · Heidi Hamilton was driving to work, listening to Mark Thompson and Brian Phelps on KLOS/95.5 FM. It was Aug. 17. “I was listening to Mark's ...
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NIk Carter To Host Afternoons At KLOS - RadioInsight
95.5 KLOS Los Angeles has tabbed Nik Carter as its new afternoon host starting Monday, February 3. Carter most recently served as a host of “Feedback” at ...Missing: hires | Show results with:hires
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Exclusive: Nik Carter Talks KLOS and His Big Move to Los Angeles
Jan 28, 2025 · Longtime Rock radio talent Nik Carter is writing a new chapter as the new afternoon drive host on Los Angeles' 95.5 KLOS, starting Monday, February 3.Missing: current lineup
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Nik Carter Goes Off The Record For Compass Media Networks
February 3, 2025. Nik Nick Carter 95.5 KLOS Los Angeles Off The Record New 95.5 KLOS Los Angeles afternoon host Nik Carter has already added another ...
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Nik Carter to Host the Popular Classic Rock Show “Off the Record ...
Starting February 8, 2025, Nik Carter takes the reins as the new host of the iconic classic rock show Off the Record, bringing his fresh energy and unique rock ...Missing: hires | Show results with:hires
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95.5 KLOS Los Angeles' Keith Cunningham Has His 'Bucket List Job'
Jan 22, 2025 · Keith Cunningham is VP of Programming, Research, Analytics & Measurement for Meruelo Media's KLOS, Los Angeles.Missing: current personalities<|control11|><|separator|>
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Keith Cunningham - Master of Mayhem & Ring Leader, 95/5 KLOS + ...
Program Director, KLOS/Los Angeles + Corporate PD/Rock Formats. Meruelo Media. Mar 2015 - Present 10 years 9 months. Greater Los Angeles Area. CUMULUS MEDIA ...
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Jim Ladd, DJ who was a fixture of L.A. rock radio, dies at 75
Dec 18, 2023 · Ladd started his career in Los Angeles radio at KLOS and returned there in 1997. He remained there until 2011 when he joined SiriusXM.
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Jim Ladd, Legendary Los Angeles Disc Jockey, Dead at 75 - Billboard
Dec 18, 2023 · A Los Angeles fixture, Ladd worked up and down the Los Angeles radio dial, including stints at KNAC, KMET and KLOS. He was considered the last ...
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Jim Ladd, Who Inspired Tom Petty's 'The Last DJ,' Dead at 75
Dec 19, 2023 · His radio career began at the Long Beach station KNAC in 1969 before he moved to L.A.'s KLOS in 1971 and then KMET in 1974. He mostly ...
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Jim Ladd, Free-Form Radio Trailblazer, Is Dead at 75
Jan 1, 2024 · Ladd spent the early 1970s at the powerhouse Los Angeles rock station KLOS before moving to a rival station, KMET, where he remained until 1987, ...
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Radio hosts Kevin Ryder and Doug 'Sluggo' Roberts fired from ...
Sep 7, 2024 · Los Angeles classic rock station KLOS-FM (95.5) has fired afternoon hosts Kevin Ryder and Doug “Sluggo” Roberts. Ryder confirmed the duo's ...
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Mark & Brian - Radio Hall of Fame
Four years after the show's September 1987 debut, Mark Thompson and Brian Phelps won their first NAB Marconi Award as Major Market Personalities of the Year.Missing: 1990-2012 | Show results with:1990-2012
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D, Gary: KDAY, 1986-90. Gary Lynn Dillard started as an intern at KDAY and worked his way up to dj. He passed away in 1994.<|control11|><|separator|>
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1991 Marconi Radio Award Winners
1991 Marconi Radio Award Winners. Legendary Station KMOX-AM St. Louis, Mo. Network/Syndicated Personality of the Year Paul Harvey, ABC Radio Networks.
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NAB Crystal Radio Awards - National Association of Broadcasters
The NAB Crystal Radio Awards are given to radio stations. Examples include KFI-AM (2024), KBCO-FM (2023), and KBFB-FM (2022).
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KLOS and the Red Cross team up to rock 4-day blood drive
The 36th annual 95.5 KLOS Blood Drive kicks off on Wednesday, July 19, and wraps up on Saturday, July 22. On July 19, at the Red Cross Pomona Donation Center, ...Missing: 1982 7900 units 2014
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NAB Crystal Radio Awards - National Association of Broadcasters
Presented every year since 1987, the NAB Crystal Radio Awards recognizes NAB member stations that demonstrate exceptional year-round commitment to community ...Missing: KLOS 1991 1999 2005
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Stories About Health Awareness Campaigns - We Are Broadcasters
... blood and blood products for 31 local hospitals. California · KLOS-FM Holds Nation's Largest Media Supported Blood Drive. Cumulus Media's KLOS-FM Los Angeles ...
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https://www.redcrossblood.org/local-homepage/news/article/klos-and-the-red-cross-team-up-to-rock-4-day-blood-drive.html
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Join the 95.5 KLOS Blood Drive Movement: Donate Life-Saving ...
Aug 9, 2025 · The American Red Cross and 95.5 KLOS joined forces for the 44th Annual Blood Drive, a mission to collect life-saving blood products.Missing: 7900 units 2014
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KLOS Raises $1.28m For St. Jude Over 26 Hours In LA - Radio Ink
Feb 19, 2024 · Meruelo Media's 95.5 KLOS took rock radio philanthropy to the next level, raising $1.28 million for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.
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KLOS 95.5 FM breaks its fundraising record for St. Jude Rocks ...
Mar 13, 2023 · KLOS (95.5 FM) broke a fundraising record – its own – by raising more than $1.27 million in just 26 broadcast hours last month during the 6th annual KLOS St. ...
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THE SHOW! Today will be the last day of our Time Tunnel shows ...
Sep 24, 2022 · By 1972, KLOS had become the top-rated FM rock station in Los Angeles. KLOS promoted "California Jam" on April 6, 1974, at the Ontario Motor ...95.5 KLOS related posts only - FacebookIs KLOS 95.5 FM's Yacht Rock change legit? - FacebookMore results from www.facebook.comMissing: involvement | Show results with:involvement
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Nielsen 3-Minute Change Boosted Spring Results - Radio World
Jul 27, 2025 · When compared to the fall of 2024, Cumulus says that among persons 25–54, AM/FM radio PPM AQH increased by up to 19%. Bouvard wrote that the ...Missing: KLOS refresh KROQ<|separator|>
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What are Southern California radio listeners tuning in to hear? Oldies.
Apr 22, 2024 · It was still close, but KROQ came in at 12th place with a rating of 3.0, compared with Alt's 14th place 2.5. Of note is the fact that the format ...Missing: trends refresh
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https://www.dailynews.com/2023/03/13/klos-95-5-fm-breaks-its-fundraising-record-for-st-jude-rocks-radiothon/
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KLOS Podcasts
Recently Played ; The Police. Every Breath You Take ; Soundgarden. Fell On Black Days ; ACDC. Back In Black w/ intro ; The Verve. Bitter Sweet Symphony ; Bon Jovi.