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WCBS-FM

WCBS-FM (101.1 FM) is a commercial radio station licensed to New York, New York, owned and operated by Audacy, Inc., and broadcasting a classic hits format focused on popular music from the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s.^[1]^[2] The station serves the New York metropolitan area from studios in Manhattan and a transmitter atop the Empire State Building, delivering a mix of hit songs by artists such as Madonna, Journey, and Blondie, alongside limited commercial interruptions and local features like weekday morning segments on New York news.^[1]^[3] Launched on December 1, 1941, as the first FM outlet of the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS), WCBS-FM originally operated under the call sign W67NY on 46.7 MHz before shifting frequencies to 101.1 MHz in 1947 and adopting its current calls in 1946.^[2] Throughout the 1940s and 1950s, it simulcasted programming from its AM counterpart, WCBS, but by the late 1960s, it transitioned to a freeform rock format that lasted until 1972.^[2] On July 4, 1972, the station pioneered one of the nation's first dedicated oldies formats, emphasizing hits from the 1950s and 1960s, which evolved over decades to include 1970s and 1980s tracks and became a cornerstone of New York radio culture for over 35 years.^[2]^[4] In 2005, under CBS Radio ownership, WCBS-FM briefly flipped to an adult hits format branded as "Jack FM," but listener backlash prompted a return to oldies—rebranded as classic hits—in 2007.^[2] CBS Radio merged with Entercom Communications in 2017, which later rebranded to Audacy in 2021, maintaining the station's legacy amid ongoing lineup adjustments, such as changes to morning and afternoon programming in June 2025 to refresh its appeal to tri-state listeners.^[5] Today, WCBS-FM remains a high-profile outlet, streaming online via the Audacy app and emphasizing community engagement through contests, local business spotlights, and holiday-themed countdowns of top songs.^[1]

History

Early years (1941–1971)

WCBS-FM traces its origins to December 1, 1941, when it launched as the experimental station W67NY on 46.7 MHz under authorization from the Federal Communications Commission, serving as the Columbia Broadcasting System's (CBS) inaugural FM outlet.^[2] The station's call letters changed to WABC-FM on November 1, 1943, aligning with CBS's AM flagship.^[2] In 1946, amid the FCC's reallocation of FM frequencies to the 88–108 MHz band, it shifted to 96.9 MHz and adopted the WCBS-FM call sign on November 2.^[2] By September 21, 1947, the frequency moved to its current 101.1 MHz position, a change that facilitated better signal propagation and integration with CBS's growing network.^[2] From 1947 through 1966, WCBS-FM primarily simulcast the programming of its sister station WCBS-AM, delivering a mix of general entertainment that reflected the era's broadcast norms, including music, news, dramatic series, and occasional classical segments typical of network-affiliated outlets.^[6] This approach was common among early FM stations, which struggled for independent viability amid AM's dominance and limited FM receiver adoption, resulting in modest commercial performance for WCBS-FM during the postwar years.^[7] The station's audience remained small, as FM broadcasting overall captured only a fraction of listeners until technological and regulatory shifts in the late 1960s began to bolster its reach. In 1967, WCBS-FM broke from the simulcast to introduce "The Young Sound," a younger-oriented easy listening format emphasizing soft instrumental renditions of contemporary pop hits, aimed at broadening appeal beyond traditional AM fare.^[7] This middle-of-the-road style persisted until 1969, when the station pivoted to freeform progressive rock under CBS's push to capitalize on FM's stereo capabilities and the rock genre's rising popularity.^[2] Programmed for eclectic album-oriented listening, the format featured DJs such as Bill Brown, whose innovative style helped cultivate a dedicated following among younger urban listeners, though it achieved only niche audience growth amid competition from established rock outlets like WNEW-FM.^[8] Despite this modest expansion, the progressive rock experiment underscored FM's evolving role but yielded limited commercial success, paving the way for further format adjustments by 1972.

Oldies format launch and expansion (1972–2005)

On July 7, 1972, WCBS-FM transitioned to a full-time oldies format, becoming one of the nation's first 24-hour stations dedicated exclusively to the genre. The debut broadcast featured Dion's "Runaround Sue" as the inaugural song, played by DJ Johnny Michaels at 6 a.m.^[9] This shift from the station's prior progressive rock programming was driven by CBS's recognition of untapped potential in nostalgic music, following successful experiments with oldies on sister station WCAU-FM in Philadelphia.^[10] The initial playlist emphasized rock and roll hits from 1955 to 1964, drawing from the era's foundational pop, doo-wop, and early Motown tracks to appeal to listeners aged 25 to 44 who had grown up with these songs.^[11] By the mid-1970s, the format had evolved to incorporate a broader selection of 1960s and early 1970s material, solidifying its identity as the "Greatest Hits of the '50s and '60s."^[12] This expansion allowed WCBS-FM to include soul, British Invasion, and soft rock staples, such as tracks by The Beatles and The Temptations, while maintaining a core focus on pre-1970 music. Signature elements defined the station's sound during this period, including the annual Top 500 countdown, which debuted over Thanksgiving weekend in 1973 based on listener surveys and aired annually until 1997.^[13] The broadcasts featured custom jingle packages, notably the 1972 PAMS "Goldmine" series, which used upbeat, orchestral cuts to underscore the nostalgic theme and station's 101.1 MHz frequency.^[14] Key on-air talent contributed to the format's engaging personality, with early shifts hosted by DJs like Ed Williams (10 a.m.–2 p.m.), Bill Brown (6–10 p.m.), and Don K. Reed (10 p.m.–2 a.m.).^[9] Over the decades, prominent voices such as Bruce Bradley, Ron Parker, and Bobby "The Wizard" Jay became synonymous with the station, delivering high-energy shows that blended music with storytelling and listener interaction.^[15] Program directors refined the playlist and promotions to sustain appeal.^[16] WCBS-FM's oldies format delivered strong ratings performance, quickly rising to become New York's most-listened-to FM station by late 1972 and maintaining top rankings as the market's leading oldies outlet through the 1980s and 1990s.^[17] Arbitron data from the era highlighted its dominance among adults 25–54, often outpacing competitors with shares exceeding 5.0 in key books. In the 1990s, adaptations like gradually adding select 1980s hits—such as those by Hall & Oates and Phil Collins—helped refresh the playlist for aging baby boomers without alienating core fans.^[18] The format faced challenges in the late 1990s as oldies stations proliferated nationwide, leading to audience fragmentation and declining ad revenues amid format saturation.^[19] By the early 2000s, WCBS-FM had shifted emphasis toward 1970s and 1980s tracks to broaden its demographic, but competitive pressures persisted. The oldies era concluded on June 3, 2005, with an abrupt final broadcast that ended 33 years of the format.^[12]

Jack FM transition (2005–2007)

On June 3, 2005, WCBS-FM abruptly transitioned from its long-running oldies format to the adult hits "Jack FM" brand, adopting the slogan "101.1 Jack FM: Playing What We Want" as part of CBS Radio's strategy to combat perceived format fatigue and attract younger listeners amid an aging oldies audience.^[20]^[21] The change, executed at approximately 5:00 p.m., involved firing all on-air personalities without prior warning and replacing them with an automated playlist, marking one of the most controversial format flips in New York radio history.^[21]^[22] The new format emphasized a broad, eclectic selection of over 1,000 songs spanning the 1960s through the 2000s, delivered in a randomized shuffle similar to an iPod playlist, with a heavy emphasis on 1980s tracks and occasional current hits.^[23] Programming was largely automated, featuring no live disc jockeys and interspersed with humorous, sarcastic station liners voiced by Howard Cogan, who portrayed the fictional "Jack" as a laid-back, irreverent character.^[23] This approach aligned with CBS Radio's nationwide rollout of the Jack FM format earlier that year, which had already debuted in markets like Los Angeles and Baltimore to refresh adult-oriented stations.^[20] The transition sparked immediate and intense backlash from loyal oldies listeners and displaced DJs, including icons like Bruce "Cousin Brucie" Morrow, who described the move as heartbreaking; media outlets dubbed it "The Day the Music Died."^[21] Ratings suffered dramatically, dropping to a 1.5% audience share in 2006 from higher pre-flip figures and ranking as low as 22nd in the market, reflecting the format's failure to retain or grow its core demographic.^[24] In a broader corporate effort, CBS Radio launched WCBS-FM's HD2 subchannel with the oldies format on December 12, 2005, making it one of the earliest HD Radio implementations in New York to offer the previous programming digitally as a compromise during the Jack FM era.^[25] Despite minor tweaks, such as occasional live segments to boost engagement, the station's performance remained poor, culminating in a June 2007 internal decision to revert due to sustained low ratings and revenue declines of nearly 30% from 2005 levels.^[26]^[27] The final Jack FM broadcast aired on July 11, 2007, with the format shifting to HD2 as the main channel prepared to restore a classic hits variant the following day.^[28]^[26]

Revival as classic hits (2007–present)

Following the unsuccessful Jack FM experiment, which had resulted in declining listenership, WCBS-FM relaunched its classic hits format on July 12, 2007, at 1:01 p.m., restoring live disc jockeys and the core oldies library from the 1960s and 1970s while incorporating additional tracks from the 1970s and 1980s to appeal to a broader audience.^[29]^[30]^[31]^[24] The station revived its longstanding branding as "New York's Greatest Hits," a slogan originally introduced with the oldies format in 1972, emphasizing personality-driven programming with hosts such as Dan Taylor in mornings.^[1]^[32] Over the subsequent years, the format underwent gradual refinements to maintain relevance in the evolving classic hits landscape, with a reduced emphasis on pre-1964 material and increased rotation of 1980s and 1990s hits by the mid-2010s, reflecting broader industry trends toward later decades as the core listening demographic aged.^[20] The arrival of program director Jim Ryan in 2012 further shaped this shift, focusing the playlist more heavily on 1970s through 2000s music by 2018 to align with listener preferences for upbeat, familiar tracks from those eras.^[33] A key milestone came in November 2017 with the merger of CBS Radio into Entercom Communications (later rebranded as Audacy in 2021), which integrated WCBS-FM into a larger portfolio but preserved its core programming strategy amid operational synergies across stations.^[34]^[35] In the 2020s, the station intensified its focus on 1980s and 1990s content to capture younger classic hits listeners, while navigating challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, during which on-air talent shifted to remote broadcasting to ensure continuity.^[36]^[37] This adaptation helped sustain operations without interruption. Post-merger under Audacy, the format emphasized high-energy hits from the '80s and '90s, contributing to a rebound in ratings that placed WCBS-FM consistently in the top 10 of the New York market by the mid-2020s.^[38]^[39] In June 2025, WCBS-FM adjusted its weekday lineup, with Race Taylor shifting to mornings (6-10 a.m.), John Foxx to middays (10 a.m.-3 p.m.), and Jesse Addy to afternoons (3-7 p.m.).^[40] As of November 2025, WCBS-FM maintains its classic hits approach, with the callsign secured through a licensing agreement extending to 2037, ensuring continuity of its heritage branding amid Audacy's broader portfolio management.^[41]

Ownership and facilities

Ownership timeline

WCBS-FM was established by the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) and signed on the air for the first time on December 1, 1941, as W67NY on 46.7 MHz, marking it as the network's inaugural FM station and part of CBS's early expansion into frequency modulation broadcasting. The station adopted the WCBS-FM call letters on November 2, 1946, and shifted frequencies to 101.1 MHz in 1947, remaining under direct CBS ownership throughout its formative decades, benefiting from the company's stable investment in radio operations. Ownership stability persisted into the late 20th century as CBS navigated corporate changes without divesting its radio assets. In 1995, Westinghouse Electric Corporation acquired CBS in a $5.4 billion deal, integrating the broadcasting divisions under the CBS brand while retaining the CBS Radio identity for its stations, including WCBS-FM.^[42] This merger consolidated Westinghouse's Group W stations with CBS's portfolio but did not alter WCBS-FM's operational control, which continued seamlessly under CBS Radio through the 1990s and 2000s amid the rise of digital media.^[43] The era of CBS ownership ended with the 2017 merger of CBS Radio into Entercom Communications Corp. Announced on February 2, 2017, the all-stock Reverse Morris Trust transaction was valued at approximately $1.7 billion and created a combined entity with 244 stations.^[44] Regulatory approvals from the FCC on November 9, 2017, and the U.S. Department of Justice on November 1, 2017, required Entercom to divest 13 stations in key markets, with additional divestitures totaling around 16 stations to address market concentration concerns, though WCBS-FM was retained in the core portfolio.^[45]^[46] The merger closed on November 17, 2017, transferring WCBS-FM to Entercom without immediate format or operational disruptions.^[35] Entercom underwent a significant rebranding in 2021 to reflect its evolving focus on multi-platform audio, changing its name to Audacy, Inc., on March 30, 2021, while sunsetting the Radio.com brand in favor of integrated streaming services.^[47] WCBS-FM remained a key asset in Audacy's New York cluster, supporting the company's shift toward digital distribution and podcasting alongside traditional broadcasting.^[48] As of 2025, WCBS-FM continues to be fully owned by Audacy, Inc. Audacy filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in January 2024 and emerged from restructuring in September 2024 under new majority ownership led by Soros Fund Management, with no sales or divestitures of WCBS-FM announced, as the company emphasizes streaming integration and live event synergies to enhance listener engagement across platforms.^[5]^[49]

Studios and transmitter site

WCBS-FM's studios were originally located in the CBS Building at 51 West 52nd Street in Midtown Manhattan, where the station operated from its early years in the 1940s through the late 2000s. In 2011, as part of CBS Radio's consolidation efforts amid rising rents in Midtown, the station relocated to a shared facility at 345 Hudson Street in the Hudson Square neighborhood of Lower Manhattan, occupying the 10th and 11th floors alongside other New York market stations.^[50] Following the 2017 merger of CBS Radio with Entercom (now Audacy), the Hudson Street site became the integrated Audacy operations hub for WCBS-FM and its sister stations, with no further major studio relocations occurring.^[51] The station's transmitter has been situated atop the Empire State Building at 350 Fifth Avenue in Manhattan since the early 1950s, sharing the antenna system with approximately 22 other FM and TV stations.^[52] The transmitter coordinates are 40°44′54″N 73°59′09″W.^[53] Prior to this, WCBS-FM's initial broadcasts in 1941 originated from an experimental setup at 500 Fifth Avenue, reflecting the nascent stage of commercial FM technology at the time. Over the decades, the transmitter underwent key upgrades, including enhancements in the 1960s to support FM stereo broadcasting following FCC approval of the standard in 1961, and further modifications in the 2000s to accommodate digital transmission capabilities.^[54] As of 2025, WCBS-FM operates under Audacy's national hybrid model, blending in-studio production at Hudson Street with remote contributions from on-air talent, a shift accelerated by post-pandemic infrastructure investments in bandwidth and remote management tools.^[55]^[56]

Programming and format

Format details and evolution

WCBS-FM's classic hits format centers on a curated playlist that emphasizes hits from the 1970s and 1980s, with occasional 1960s staples and select 1990s tracks for variety, featuring artists such as the Eagles ("Hotel California"), Madonna ("Like a Virgin"), the Beatles (select tracks like "Got to Get You into My Life"), the Rolling Stones ("Satisfaction"), and Alanis Morissette ("Ironic"). This composition balances familiarity with subtle modernity, avoiding deep album cuts in favor of chart-topping singles to maintain broad accessibility.^[57] Stylistically, the station employs a high-energy presentation characterized by upbeat imaging and jingles from JAM Creative Productions' composite packages, evoking the original oldies era's vibrancy. Occasional commercial-free stretches underscore its focus on uninterrupted music flow. These traits contribute to a polished, radio-friendly sound that prioritizes tempo and emotional resonance over eclectic experimentation.^[58]^[59] Since its 2007 relaunch as classic hits, the format has evolved from a blend of traditional oldies and adult contemporary elements—initially heavy on 1960s soul and rock—to a more streamlined approach. By the late 2010s, 1960s material was largely phased out in favor of 1970s and 1980s tracks, with further refinements in the 2020s incorporating more 1990s recurrents while maintaining a core of high-tempo 1970s and 1980s pop and rock, including yacht rock influences around 2015. By 2025, the format remains stable, with ongoing tweaks to sustain relevance in a digital landscape.^[57] In the New York market, WCBS-FM positions itself as a nostalgic powerhouse competing directly with adult contemporary outlets like WLTW (Lite FM) for shared listeners seeking familiar hits, and alternative stations such as WBMP for younger edge in the hits space. Its streaming integration via the Audacy app enhances accessibility, offering on-demand playback, exclusive content, and podcast tie-ins to extend reach beyond traditional FM. The station targets adults aged 25–54, particularly those drawn to 1980s nostalgia, aligning with the demographic's high radio listenership and advertising value.^[60]

On-air personalities and lineup

As of November 2025, WCBS-FM's weekday lineup features a refreshed roster of on-air personalities emphasizing engaging, personality-driven segments within its classic hits format. The morning drive time slot from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ET is hosted by Race Taylor and co-host Heather Bermudez, who assumed the role on June 16, 2025, following a station announcement on June 13.^[5]^[61]^[62] Taylor, a longtime New York radio veteran, incorporates upbeat segments highlighting '80s hits to energize listeners during commute hours. Middays from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. ET are led by Jesse Addy, who also serves as the station's music director.^[5] Addy, previously in afternoons, shifted to this slot as part of the June 2025 changes and focuses on deeper selections from the '70s era to provide a thoughtful midday listening experience.^[63] Afternoons, from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. ET, are anchored by John Foxx, the station's brand manager, who moved from mornings in the same lineup adjustment.^[5] Foxx's evening drive show includes interactive elements such as listener call-ins to foster community connection during peak drive times.^[64] Evenings and weekends feature a rotation of hosts, including veteran Broadway Bill Lee on nights and weekend contributors like Joe Causi and Dave Stewart, blending local personalities with syndicated programming such as Backtrax USA hosted by Kid Kelly on Sunday evenings.^[65] The June 2025 shifts—from Taylor in middays, Addy in afternoons, and Foxx in mornings—were designed to refresh the daytime energy and deliver a more seamless listening flow.^[66] The station has a rich legacy of notable alumni, including icons like Harry Harrison, the longtime morning host who helped define its oldies era before retiring in 2005.^[67]

Technical specifications

Analog broadcasting

WCBS-FM operates on the frequency of 101.1 MHz as a Class B FM station.^[53] The analog signal is transmitted with an effective radiated power (ERP) of 6,700 watts from an antenna with a height above average terrain (HAAT) of 408 meters (1,339 ft), located atop the Empire State Building in New York City. This configuration enables primary coverage across the New York City metropolitan area, including portions of New Jersey and Connecticut, as defined by the station's FCC service contour.^[53] In southern regions of New Jersey, WCBS-FM's signal experiences overlap with WBEB, a Philadelphia station also broadcasting on 101.1 MHz at 14,000 watts ERP, due to the proximity of the markets; however, no significant interference disruptions have been reported in these areas.^[68] The call letters WCBS-FM were retained by Audacy (formerly Entercom) under a 2017 merger agreement with CBS Radio, licensing their use for a 20-year period extending until at least 2037.^[69]

HD Radio subchannels

WCBS-FM began broadcasting in HD Radio using the iBiquity digital system shortly after the technology's introduction, enabling multiple subchannels to complement the main classic hits format. The station's digital signal supports multicast programming in compliance with FCC HD Radio rules.^[53] The HD2 subchannel launched on December 12, 2005, coinciding with the main channel's transition to the Jack FM adult hits format, providing a digital extension of that variety hits playlist. Following the main channel's return to classic hits in 2007, HD2 continued with adult hits programming and was rebranded as "ToNY" (pronounced "Tony," short for "to New York") in late June 2009, maintaining a similar eclectic mix of music from the 1960s to the 2000s. On December 21, 2012, HD2 shifted to a simulcast of sister station WCBS (880 AM). Originally offering all-news coverage, following the August 26, 2024, relaunch of 880 AM as WHSQ "880 ESPN New York" under a local marketing agreement with Good Karma Brands, HD2 now simulcasts sports talk programming, including play-by-play events and analysis, a format retained as of November 2025 amid Audacy's strategy to extend AM content via FM HD.^[53]^[70] WCBS-FM's HD3 subchannel debuted on October 2, 2008, initially simulcasting WCBS (880 AM) to further distribute news programming digitally. This arrangement lasted until January 2, 2013, when HD3 flipped to the newly launched CBS Sports Radio network, delivering 24/7 sports talk, play-by-play events, and analysis from the New York market. The sports format persisted until February 25, 2021, when CBS Sports Radio moved to WNSH-HD3 (94.7), and HD3 adopted Scott Shannon's "True Oldies Channel," featuring syndicated classic hits from the 1960s and 1970s hosted by the veteran New York broadcaster.^[71]^[72] In 2024, Audacy reoriented its digital offerings to target niche audiences, leading to HD3's transition on May 1 to Roadblock Radio, a Newark-based service specializing in Caribbean music genres including reggae, dancehall, soca, kompa, and afrobeats. This shift replaced the True Oldies Channel, which relocated to WINS-HD3 (92.3) in September 2024, and marked Roadblock Radio's expansion to over-the-air broadcasting in the New York tri-state area via WCBS-FM's digital signal. As of November 2025, no further changes to the subchannels have been announced, with HD2 continuing the ESPN New York simulcast and HD3 focusing on Roadblock's 24/7 Caribbean programming.^[73]^[74]^[75]

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WCBS-FM, Classic Hits, 5.2, 4.8, 5.0. WBLS-FM, Urban, 4.4, 4.3, 4.7. WAXQ-FM, Classic ... This profile contains an quarter hour rating (AQH) share of persons ...Missing: Jack 2006
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Aug 2, 1995 · The Westinghouse Electric Corporation, an early broadcasting pioneer, said yesterday that it had agreed to pay $5.4 billion for CBS Inc.
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Nov 1, 2017 · and CBS Corporation. Case Type. Civil Merger. Case Violation(s). Horizontal Merger. Industry Code(s). Radio Networks; Radio Stations. Component.
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Press: Entercom Rebrands, Changes Name to Audacy
Mar 30, 2021 · The company's ticker symbol will change from ETM to AUD effective on or about Friday, April 9, 2021. Along with the name Entercom, effective ...
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Mar 30, 2021 · Entercom Communications is now Audacy, and with the name change the company has retired the "Radio.com" brand.
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WCBS 880 Finally Makes the Move to Hudson Street - ADWEEK
Dec 5, 2011 · With WCBS in place at 345 Hudson, the entire cluster of stations is now under one roof–WINS, WFAN, WCBS-FM, WWFS, WXRK (NOW). Scott knows this ...
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Location of New WCBS-FM studio | RadioDiscussions
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NERW 12/5/11: WCBS moves south - Fybush.com
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Broadcasting History of the Empire State Building | Blog
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WCBS-FM 101.1 MHz - New York, NY - Radio-Locator.com
Height above Sea Level, 422 meters (1385 feet) ; Antenna Pattern, Non-Directional ; Transmitter Location, 40° 44' 54" N, 73° 59' 09" W ; License Granted, April 11 ...Missing: coordinates | Show results with:coordinates
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Interactive Timeline | Celebrating 100 Years | NAB and NAB Show
First FM Stereo Broadcast. 1961. The FCC authorized stereo FM broadcasting ... FCC authorizes hybrid mode AM and FM in-band/on-channel (IBOC) digital radio.<|separator|>
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Jul 12, 2022 · The massive WFH shift in broadcast created a need for larger bandwidth infrastructure, remote computer management, additional firewalls, ...
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WCBS-FM At 50 … And 15 - RadioInsight
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WCBS-FM Composite - JAM
WCBS-FM Composite jingle package from JAM Creative Productions. JAM creates radio jingles (station IDs), TV jingles, commercial jingles and custom music forMissing: traits commercial- free blocks
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[PDF] INSIDE: - World Radio History
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Jack, Bob and “25-54itis” – Plus Your Thoughts on WCBS-FM
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Race Taylor - 10AM-3PM | WCBS-FM 101.1 - Audacy
From the Woodstock Era and songs like White Rabbit, and Somebody to Love, to the huge 80's pop anthems like Nothing's Gonna Stop Us and We Built This City, ...Missing: segments | Show results with:segments
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Jesse Addy - Audacy
Jesse Addy is a familiar voice on the radio in the Tri-State, having hosted the afternoon show on 94.7 for nearly a decade.
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John Foxx - Audacy
Foxx & Annie and the CBS-FM team have built such a strong community within the tri-state area and we want to continue to provide support and awareness to those ...
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On Air Hosts & Shows | WCBS-FM 101.1 New York - Audacy
Hosts · Race Taylor · Heather Bermudez · Jesse Addy · John Foxx · Broadway Bill Lee · Joe Causi · Dave Stewart.
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WCBS-FM - Wikipedia
WCBS-FM (101.1 FM) is a radio station owned and operated by Audacy, Inc. licensed to New York, New York, and broadcasting a classic hits format.History · 101.1 Jack FM: Playing What... · Classic hits format · HD radio operations
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WCBS-FM New York Shakes Up Daytime Lineup. - Inside Radio
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Harry Harrison - Radio Hall of Fame
Harrison is the only DJ to be a WMCA "Good Guy," a WABC "All-American," and a morning show host on WCBS-FM for many years. In 2003, after a 44-year career in ...
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When Markets Collide - Radio World
Jul 23, 2025 · There's several same-channel examples, including 101.1 WCBS(FM) and 101.1 WBEB(FM). Perhaps the most notorious setup, though, is in the Beltway ...
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Entercom Brings True Oldies Channel To HD In New York
Feb 25, 2021 · Programmed by the WCBS-FM morning host, the launch brings the Oldies programming back to the WCBS-FM call letters for the first time in years.
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Feb 25, 2021 · PHILADELPHIA, PA – February 25, 2021 – Entercom announced the launch of Scott Shannon's “True Oldies Channel” on WCBS-FM HD3 in New York.
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Apr 12, 2024 · The Newark, NJ-based Roadblock Radio will on May 1 begin broadcasting Caribbean content on 101.1FM HD3 in the tri-state area.
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Roadblock Radio LIVE | 24/7 Caribbean Music Station – NYC ...
Roadblock Radio is your #1 station for Reggae, Dancehall, Soca, Kompa, Afrobeats, Reggaeton & more. Broadcasting LIVE 24/7 on 101.1FM HD3 in New York City ...Contact · About · Forum