KAZI 88.7 FM

The Voice of Austin

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Languages

English

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Country

United States

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Genres

Community Radio, Urban Contemporary, R&B +10

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Frequency

88.7 FM

📖 About

KAZI 88.7 FM is a listener-supported, non-commercial community radio station serving Austin and the surrounding Central Texas community. Operated by Austin Community Radio, Inc., KAZI is known for its diverse programming that includes R&B, Soul, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Gospel, Blues, Reggae, Zydeco, Talk, community information, independent news, educational programming and public affairs. The station places a strong emphasis on community access, African-American culture and voices, local artists, independent music and programming for communities historically underserved by other media outlets. KAZI began broadcasting on August 29, 1982, and has continued as an independent community radio voice in Austin for more than four decades. Listeners can tune in to KAZI 88.7 FM in Austin or listen online through its live stream.

📋 Details

founded:1982

call sign:KAZI

ownership:Austin Community Radio, Inc.

music focus:KAZI promotes local artists as well as national artists and music from independent labels.

programming:R&B, Soul, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Gospel, Blues, Reggae, Zydeco, Talk, Community Information, Independent News, Educational and Public Affairs programming

service area:Austin and surrounding Central Texas communities

station brand:KAZI 88.7 FM

broadcast type:FM and Online Streaming

station format:Community Radio / Urban Contemporary / Variety

community focus:Community access, African-American community programming, local culture, independent artists and underserved audiences

first broadcast:August 29, 1982

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volunteer based:The station has historically relied heavily on volunteer staff and community participation.

listener support:Listener-supported and funded through donations and commercial sponsorship support.

online listening:Listeners can stream KAZI 88.7 FM online through the station's internet stream.

community programming:The station provides community information and public affairs programming and broadcasts the weekly Austin City Council meeting.