Modern Rock 98.7

Coastal Carolina's Modern Rock 98.7

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Languages

English

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Country

United States

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Genres

Modern Rock, Alternative Rock, Rock +1

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Frequency

98.7 FM

📖 About

Modern Rock 98.7 (WRMR-FM) is a commercial modern rock and alternative rock radio station licensed to Jacksonville, North Carolina, serving the Wilmington, Jacksonville, and broader Cape Fear region. Broadcasting on 98.7 FM and online, the station features a mix of modern and alternative rock with a strong emphasis on music from the 1990s through today, combining established rock favorites with newer alternative releases. The station also features local programming, on-air personalities, specialty music programming, community-focused content, and North Carolina State University football and basketball broadcasts. Modern Rock 98.7 is known for its Coastal Carolina modern rock format and serves listeners throughout southeastern North Carolina.

📋 Details

call sign:WRMR-FM

fcc class:C1

music era:1990s to present

service area:Wilmington, Jacksonville, Cape Fear region and coastal southeastern North Carolina

current owner:Curtis Media Group

frequency mhz:98.7 MHz

licensed city:Jacksonville, North Carolina

station brand:Modern Rock 98.7

broadcast type:FM, Online Streaming

ownership note:Curtis Media Group acquired WRMR-FM as part of its 2026 acquisition of coastal North Carolina radio stations from Capitol Broadcasting Company's Sunrise Broadcasting.

station format:Modern Rock / Alternative Rock

fcc facility id:47884

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station history:The Modern Rock 98.7 branding launched in January 2011, replacing the previous programming on the frequency and establishing a modern rock format focused particularly on 1990s music and an older alternative-rock audience.

online listening:Live online radio streaming is available through the station website and supported streaming platforms

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programming focus:Modern and alternative rock music with a strong emphasis on 1990s rock alongside newer releases

featured programming:Local programming, specialty music shows, music news and North Carolina State University football and basketball broadcasts

effective radiated power:100,000 watts