HOT 97 WQHT and 107.5 WBLS New York will expand their audience by airing on HD subchannels in Dallas and Houston starting December 1, 2025.
Radio Ink reports that Hot 97 will broadcast on the subchannels of 93.7 KNOR Dallas and 98.5 KTJM Houston, while WBLS will air on the HD2 frequencies of 106.7 KZZA Dallas and 107.9 KQQK Houston.
Listeners in these cities will now have 24/7 access to the NYC-programmed Hip Hop, R&B, and Urban culture, featuring exclusive interviews, live performances, lifestyle programming, and local community content that celebrate the artists and voices shaping today’s culture.
“HOT 97 and WBLS are more than radio stations, they’re cultural movements,” said Albert Rodriguez, CEO at MediaCo. “Bringing these brands to Dot 2 audio in Los Angeles, Riverside, Dallas, and Houston allows us to deepen our connection with audiences who have influenced and amplified urban music and culture for decades. This is where East Coast energy meets the creativity and diversity of these vibrant cities.”
“Dot 2 provides the perfect platform for us to expand MediaCo’s audio footprint and give listeners nonstop access to two of the most trusted and influential brands in music,” said Kudjo Sogadzi, EVP of Content & Growth at MediaCo.
