HOT 97 & WBLS Expanding Westward
• MediaCo Holding Inc. announced it will launch simulcasts of WQHT (HOT 97) and Urban AC 107.5 WBLS/New York on Dot 2 HD Radio subchannels of its stations in Los Angeles, Dallas, Houston, and Riverside, CA, effective Dec. 1
As the release states: “This exciting expansion marks a major step in MediaCo’s mission to connect multicultural audiences nationwide through music, entertainment, and culture. Listeners in these cities will now have 24/7 access to the best in Hip Hop, R&B, and Urban culture, featuring exclusive interviews, live performances, lifestyle programming, and local community content that celebrates 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 of 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.”
Kudjo Sogadzi, EVP of Content & Growth at MediaCo, noted, “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.”
The new Dot 2 audio channels will launch December 1 and will be available across all major streaming and digital platforms, ensuring broad access for listeners throughout Southern California and Texas.
