NEW YORK RADIO
New York radio is the densest dial in the world — every format, every language, every subculture has at least one station. From WNYC's public radio to Hot 97's hip-hop legacy, from Spanish-language megastations to tiny community stations in every borough, NYC radio is a microcosm of the city itself.
Hot 97 and Power 105.1 shaped American hip-hop radio. WBGO is a jazz institution. WNYC sets the standard for public radio. The city's ethnic stations serve virtually every immigrant community.
ALL NEW YORK STATIONS
Side Street Radio broadcasts a high-energy music format focusing on genres like big room, deep house, hardstyle, and trance. Located in New York, this station streams at 128kbps MP3 and caters to an audience seeking the latest in electronic dance music.
WRUR 88.5 broadcasts from Rochester, NY, focusing on adult album alternative and public radio content. The station primarily features talk programming and is affiliated with NPR. It streams at 64kbps MP3 quality.
WVKR 91.3 is a college radio station based at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, NY. It broadcasts a variety of programming, primarily featuring music and cultural content, serving the local community and college audience.
Radio New York Live - Devices broadcasts from New York, USA, offering a stream at 128kbps MP3. The station does not provide specific information about its content type or audience metrics.
Radio Euforia Peruana broadcasts Latin music, focusing on genres like cumbia and salsa from its base in New York, USA. The station streams at 128kbps AAC+ and targets a Spanish-speaking audience.
Practice Room Radio broadcasts concert recordings and piano practice sessions from New York, USA. The station streams at 128kbps MP3 with a low energy level, offering a focused listening environment for those interested in musical practice.
Foundation FM is a radio station based in New York, USA. It streams at 192kbps MP3, but specific content type and energy level remain unspecified. The station currently lacks listener data and has a quality score of 56 out of 100.
8 Ball Radio is a volunteer-run community radio station based in New York, USA. It features an eclectic and freeform format, allowing a diverse range of programming. The station streams at 128kbps MP3 and has a quality score of 60/100.
WKCR Columbia 89.9FM is a student-run radio station based in New York, broadcasting from Columbia University.
The World Famous LIR broadcasts a mix of alternative, dance, and modern rock music from Long Island, NY. Operating at 128kbps MP3, the station maintains a high energy level, catering to music enthusiasts. Its online presence can be found at theworldfamouslir.com.
Caribbean Power Jam Radio broadcasts high-energy music focused on Caribbean genres such as dancehall, reggae, and soca. Located in New York, this station streams at 128kbps and aims to bring the rhythms of the Caribbean to its audience. It is currently a new and station with a quality score of 62 out of 100.
WZAD 97.3 94.3 105.5 The Wolf broadcasts country music in New York, USA. The station streams at 64kbps AAC+ and has a homepage at hudsonvalleycountry.com.
WKCR 89.9 is the radio station of Columbia University, located in New York City. It primarily broadcasts alternative music, jazz, and spoken art content, catering to a niche audience interested in diverse artistic expressions.
Jairie Radio broadcasts a mix of dancehall, lover rock, reggae, and soul music from New York, USA. The station streams at 128kbps AAC and features high-energy content. It does not currently have listener data available.
WTOJ Magic 103.1 broadcasts from New York, USA. The station's content type and energy level are currently unspecified, and it streams at 64kbps AAC.
Brooklyn FM broadcasts primarily in Russian and is based in Brooklyn, New York. The station offers a variety of programming that reflects the local Russian-speaking community. Its stream operates at 128kbps MP3 quality.
WEDG-FM 103.3 broadcasts from Buffalo, NY, focusing on commercial rock music. The station streams at 80kbps MP3 and operates with a high energy level. It does not currently have listener data available.
Rewound Radio broadcasts classic rock and oldies music from New York, USA. The station streams at 128kbps MP3 quality, offering a high-energy listening experience.
HEXX 9 Radio broadcasts a selection of ambient and darkwave music from New York, USA. The station operates at a low energy level and streams at 256kbps MP3. It primarily targets listeners interested in gothic and witch house genres.
POWERHITZ.COM - Sensational 70's broadcasts music primarily from the 1970s, focusing on classic hits from that era. The station operates at 128kbps MP3 quality and is based in New York, USA.
POWERHITZ.COM - The Timeblender is an online radio station based in New York, USA, streaming at 128kbps MP3. The station's specific content and energy level are not detailed, and there is no available listener data to gauge its popularity.
WUSB 90.1 is the university radio station of the State University of New York at Stony Brook, broadcasting from Long Island. It features a freeform format, allowing for a diverse range of programming. The station streams at 128kbps MP3 and has a quality score of 55 out of 100.
WAMC 90.3 Northeast Public Radio is a public radio station based in Albany, New York. It primarily broadcasts talk content, including programs from NPR and other public radio sources.
WFUV 90.7 is a public radio station affiliated with Fordham University in New York City. It primarily features talk content with a focus on eclectic themes, including Celtic music and NPR programming.
WQBK 103.5 & 105.7 Albany broadcasts classic rock music in English. The station operates at a high energy level and streams at 64kbps AAC+. Located in New York, it serves the Albany area with local broadcasts.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What makes New York radio special?
New York has the most diverse radio market in the world. You can hear Haitian Creole, Korean, Russian, Arabic, and dozens of other languages on the FM and AM dial. The city's hip-hop, jazz, and public radio stations are nationally influential.
Which NYC stations are nationally influential?
WNYC (public radio), Hot 97 (hip-hop), WBGO (jazz), WQXR (classical), and Z100 (pop) all punch above their local market. Many artists credit Hot 97 and college stations like WFUV with breaking their careers.
Is there good jazz radio in New York?
WBGO (88.3 FM, Newark/NYC) is one of the premier jazz stations in the world, broadcasting 24/7 jazz with knowledgeable hosts and deep catalog. WKCR (Columbia University) also features excellent jazz programming.