Alt 98.7 Detroit

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Alt 98.7 (call sign: WDZH) is a commercial alternative rock radio station licensed to Detroit, Michigan, and serving the Metropolitan Detroit radio market. The 98.7 FM frequency has a rich and diverse broadcasting history in the Motor City, having originally signed on in 1961 as WBFG before transitioning through several iconic iterations, including the legendary album-oriented rock powerhouse WLLZ ('Detroit's Wheels'), rhythmic top-40 formats, and adult contemporary brands. In subsequent years, the station adopted modern alternative rock programming under Audacy, catering to fans of energetic indie, modern rock, and alternative crossover hits. As a prominent fixture in Southeastern Michigan radio, Alt 98.7 combines a curated alternative music playlist with major local sports programming. In addition to its contemporary alternative music rotation, the station serves as an essential broadcast partner for regional sports, notably carrying live game broadcasts for the Detroit Pistons. This dynamic pairing of cutting-edge alternative music and professional sports talk has helped the station capture a dedicated audience of both music lovers and sports enthusiasts throughout Metro Detroit. Broadcasting from studios located in Southfield, Michigan, WDZH utilizes advanced digital streaming platforms and mobile applications alongside its powerful terrestrial FM signal. Owned and operated by Audacy, Inc., Alt 98.7 continues to evolve as a major digital and broadcast audio destination, bridging traditional radio accessibility with online streaming options for listeners across Michigan and beyond.

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