Smooth Jazz in NYC has Died!
Well, I am not surprised to read the message below from CD101.9. What surprised me is that it took them that long for them to realize that Smooth Jazz, or what has become of it, is not interesting. The timing is perfect, in that, WBGO (a public radio station and NPR affiliate) is in the midst of a fundrive. You don't have to purchase a new radio and you can listen on line. So, for those of you who want to hear "Real" Jazz tune into 88.3FM.
Smooth Jazz listeners, let me know your thoughts on this news....
The staff of CD101.9 would like to thank you for your support over these past 20 years of Smooth Jazz CD101.9. Due to a declining audience for Smooth Jazz over the past few years, we are sad to announce that Smooth Jazz will no longer be available on the 101.9 signal. On February 5th we launched an innovative new adult rock format on the 101.9 frequency called 101.9 RXP The New York Rock Experience. 101.9 RXP is a respectful and intelligent mix of new music, classic rock and alternative - we invite you to try it. If you are solely a Smooth Jazz lover, "Smooth Jazz CD101.9" will continue to exist on our HD2 channel. Just purchase an HD capable radio and you will be able to listen to your favorite Smooth Jazz artists for free as always! CD1019.com will continue to provide you with upcoming smooth jazz events in association with the HD2 channel, and if you are a member of the CD101.9 Loyal Listener Club you will continue to receive e-mail updates.
If you do not have an HD radio and are not a fan of Rock, we invite you to try 98.7 Kiss FM The Best Variety of Old School and Today's R&B as an alternative. Listen to 98.7 Kiss FM for your chance to pick up tickets to the "Concert In Red" Valentine's concert at the Beacon Theatre February 14th. It's one of the many amazing shows coming in 2008 that you can find out about on 98.7 Kiss FM.
We hope that this note finds you sharing the same excitement that we feel! We look forward to many more years of providing New York with Smooth Jazz in HD, and The New York Rock Experience on 101.9 RXP!
NOTE: Upcoming Concerts
The Concert in Red featuring Al Jarreau & Najee 'IS STILL ON'!!!
Great to see you posting again.
Posted by: Kim | February 06, 2008 at 03:51 PM
It's been said many times I'm sure, how can NYC, one of the key historical locations in the history of Jazz not not be able to support Jazz radio. Whatever the answer is, the fact of the matter is that smooth Jazz is not interesting, there are all types of smooth jazz muscians out there. CD101.9 failed for two reasons, smooth jazz was so watered down that it became Muzak. Redundant both in terms of style (the same funky drum beat and sax solo) pounded into your head over and over with a rotation cycle that may have included 15 cd's. I'm surprised it lasted that long. WRVR programming is what is missing from NYC's market.
Posted by: Kendall Parcs | September 12, 2008 at 04:45 PM