WFMU 91.1 FM

Radio for quiet people with loud thoughts.

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Languages

English

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Country

United States

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Genres

Freeform, Eclectic, Alternative +7

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Frequency

91.1 FM

📖 About

WFMU 91.1 FM is an independent, listener-supported, non-commercial freeform radio station based in Jersey City, New Jersey, serving the New York metropolitan area and surrounding regions. WFMU is widely known for its eclectic and unconventional freeform programming, featuring an unusually broad mix of music, independent artists, experimental sounds, rock, indie, R&B, jazz, international music, spoken-word programming, specialty shows, cultural programming, podcasts and archived broadcasts. Founded in 1958, WFMU has developed a distinctive reputation for independent radio and is recognized as one of the longest-running freeform radio stations in the United States. The station broadcasts on 91.1 FM from Jersey City and also operates additional FM coverage in the Hudson Valley and other surrounding areas, while providing multiple live online streams and an extensive archive of programs and playlists. WFMU's online presence includes live audio streaming, podcasts, program archives, playlists, specialty web-only channels and mobile listening options, giving the station a substantial audience beyond its terrestrial FM coverage. Its programming is intentionally diverse and freeform, making WFMU a destination for listeners looking for alternative, independent, eclectic and non-commercial radio rather than a conventional commercial music format.

📋 Details

founded:1958

archives:Extensive online program archives, playlists and podcasts

call sign:WFMU

ownership:Auricle Communications

programming:Eclectic and freeform music programming, independent music, alternative music, rock, R&B, jazz, experimental music, specialty shows, cultural programming, interviews, podcasts and spoken-word content

office phone:+1 201-521-1416

on air phone:+1 201-209-9368

studio phone:+1 201-200-9368

coverage area:New York metropolitan area, Hudson Valley, surrounding New Jersey and parts of Eastern Pennsylvania

stream format:MP3, 128 kbps stereo

broadcast type:FM, Online Streaming, Web Radio

first air date:April 24, 1958

station format:Freeform

station status:Independent, Listener-Supported, Non-Commercial

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listener support:WFMU is funded in significant part through listener support and donations rather than conventional commercial advertising.

online streaming:Live 128k MP3, 32k MP3 and additional online audio streams

web only streams:Rock'n'Soul Radio, Give the Drummer Radio, and Sheena's Jungle Room

website features:Live streaming, program schedule, podcasts, playlists, audio archives, specialty web streams, station news and listener support.

physical location:43 Montgomery Street, Jersey City, New Jersey

primary frequency:91.1 FM

station motto context:WFMU currently uses the phrase 'Radio for quiet people with loud thoughts.' on its website.

additional frequencies:90.1 FM via WMFU in Mount Hope, New York; additional 91.9 FM translator coverage in parts of New York and New Jersey

notable characteristics:Known for highly diverse, unconventional and independent programming with a strong freeform radio identity.

official mailing address:P.O. Box 2011, Jersey City, NJ 07303-2011

official station description:Independent freeform station broadcasting at 91.1 FM in New York and 90.1 FM in the Hudson Valley with extensive online programming.

official stream confirmation:The supplied stream URL corresponds to WFMU's official 128k MP3 live stream.