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==History== |
==History== |
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===1981-1995 - KZOC (Country "KZ93") |
===1981-1995 - KZOC (Country "KZ93")=== |
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Originally, the station served [[Emporia, Kansas|Emporia]] at 92.7 MHz. The earliest call letters are KZOC, first assigned in 1981. I don't know exactly when the station went on the air, but it was in late 1982. The format was country. The station eventually moved to 92.9 mHz and upgraded power to 36,000 watts in 1989. |
Originally, the station served [[Emporia, Kansas|Emporia]] at 92.7 MHz. The earliest call letters are KZOC, first assigned in 1981. I don't know exactly when the station went on the air, but it was in late 1982. The format was country. The station eventually moved to 92.9 mHz and upgraded power to 36,000 watts in 1989.<ref name="History">[http://kcradio.tripod.com/929.html KMXN History]</ref> |
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===1995-2003 - KANS (50s-60s Oldies) |
===1995-2003 - KANS (50s-60s Oldies)=== |
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The [[KANS|KANS-FM]] calls were assigned April 1, 1995. The oldies format was satellite-fed. Owner C&C Consulting downgraded the transmitter to 7,900 watts in 2000. |
The [[KANS|KANS-FM]] calls were assigned April 1, 1995. The oldies format was satellite-fed. Owner C&C Consulting downgraded the transmitter to 7,900 watts in 2000.<ref name="History"/> |
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===2003-2005 - KKYD (Rhythmic CHR "Wild 92.9") |
===2003-2005 - KKYD (Rhythmic CHR "Wild 92.9")=== |
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This was certainly a change. Topeka had never had an urban-formatted station before. But it happened in 2003 after a sale to 3 Point Communications. The format began with a stunt, a continuous loop of Tone Loc's "Wild Thing." Despite the new owners using the same playlist for several months, the station actually did well in the ratings. |
This was certainly a change. Topeka had never had an urban-formatted station before. But it happened in 2003 after a sale to 3 Point Communications. The format began with a stunt, a continuous loop of Tone Loc's "Wild Thing." Despite the new owners using the same playlist for several months, the station actually did well in the ratings.<ref name="History"/> |
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===2005-2006 - KMXN (70s-90s hits "Max FM") |
===2005-2006 - KMXN (70s-90s hits "Max FM")=== |
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Using the name Viking Media, and later becoming Great Plains Media, Jerome Zimmer bought the station in 2005. Zimmer reportedly didn't want to be involved with an Urban-related format, so around the time KLZR was officially going Hot Adult Contemporary, Zimmer brought a "Jack FM"-style format to this frequency. Max FM never had jocks. The station's playlist greatly resembled Classic Hits KWIC. Great Plains Media upgraded the wattage to 42,000 watts, moving the transmitter again-- closer to Lawrence. |
Using the name Viking Media, and later becoming Great Plains Media, Jerome Zimmer bought the station in 2005. Zimmer reportedly didn't want to be involved with an Urban-related format, so around the time KLZR was officially going Hot Adult Contemporary, Zimmer brought a "Jack FM"-style format to this frequency. Max FM never had jocks. The station's playlist greatly resembled Classic Hits KWIC. Great Plains Media upgraded the wattage to 42,000 watts, moving the transmitter again-- closer to Lawrence.<ref name="History"/> |
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===2006-2007 - KMXN (Classic Rock "X 92-9") |
===2006-2007 - KMXN (Classic Rock "X 92-9")=== |
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Another year begat another format change. With "Max" not doing so well, KMXN flipped to classic rock to compete more directly against KDVV and KWIC. KMXN added live air talent, plus the syndicated Bob & Tom show. During this time, KMXN started to carry Free State High School sports. |
Another year begat another format change. With "Max" not doing so well, KMXN flipped to classic rock to compete more directly against KDVV and KWIC. KMXN added live air talent, plus the syndicated Bob & Tom show. During this time, KMXN started to carry Free State High School sports.<ref name="History"/> |
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===2007-2009 - KMXN (Hard Album Rock "X 92-9") |
===2007-2009 - KMXN (Hard Album Rock "X 92-9")=== |
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In January 2007, "X" transitioned from classic rock to a more current-based hard rock. The station progressively targeted Lawrence beginning in this time period. They went through a couple of different syndicated morning shows during this time, the second one a Michigan-based show called "Free Beer And Hot Wings." |
In January 2007, "X" transitioned from classic rock to a more current-based hard rock. The station progressively targeted Lawrence beginning in this time period. They went through a couple of different syndicated morning shows during this time, the second one a Michigan-based show called "Free Beer And Hot Wings."<ref name="History"/> |
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===2009-present - KMXN (Country "92.9 the Bull") |
===2009-present - KMXN (Country "92.9 the Bull")=== |
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After a few days of stunting with television theme songs, KMXN flipped to country as "92.9 the Bull" on October 8, 2009. The station signed up the syndicated Big D & Bubba show for mornings. The flip makes the station the fourth country station in Topeka, all with different owners. KOFO simulcasted in 92.9's HD2 channel from 2011 to 2013. |
After a few days of stunting with television theme songs, KMXN flipped to country as "92.9 the Bull" on October 8, 2009. The station signed up the syndicated Big D & Bubba show for mornings. The flip makes the station the fourth country station in Topeka, all with different owners. KOFO simulcasted in 92.9's HD2 channel from 2011 to 2013.<ref name="History"/> |
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==Current |
==Current On-Air Personalities== |
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* [[Big D and Bubba]] - ''The Big D and Bubba Show'' 5-9A (Mon. thru Sat.)<ref>http://www.bull929.com/pages/16676796.php?</ref> |
* [[Big D and Bubba]] - ''The Big D and Bubba Show'' 5-9A (Mon. thru Sat.)<ref name="Programming">[http://www.bull929.com/pages/16676796.php? KMXN Staff]</ref> |
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* Billy Mac - ''The Billy Mac Show'' 9-2P<ref |
* Billy Mac - ''The Billy Mac Show'' 9-2P<ref name="Programming"/> |
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* Josh Roberts - ''The Josh Roberts Radio Show'' 2-7pm<ref |
* Josh Roberts - ''The Josh Roberts Radio Show'' 2-7pm<ref name="Programming"/> |
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* Wendy Behee - ''Nights with Wendy'' 7P-Midnight<ref |
* Wendy Behee - ''Nights with Wendy'' 7P-Midnight<ref name="Programming"/> |
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* Shawn Parr - ''Country's Hot List with Shawn Parr'' 8A-Noon (Sundays)<ref |
* Shawn Parr - ''Country's Hot List with Shawn Parr'' 8A-Noon (Sundays)<ref name="Programming"/> |
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* Mike Hannah - ''Farmer's Turnpike'' 8P-Midnight (Sundays)<ref |
* Mike Hannah - ''Farmer's Turnpike'' 8P-Midnight (Sundays)<ref name="Programming"/> |
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==References== |
==References== |
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{{Reflist |
{{Reflist}} |
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==External links== |
==External links== |
Revision as of 00:59, 4 September 2013
File:KMXN 92.9 the Bull (KS) Logo.jpg | |
Broadcast area | Topeka/Lawrence, KS |
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Frequency | 92.9 MHz |
Branding | 92.9 The Bull |
Programming | |
Format | Country |
Ownership | |
Owner |
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KLWN, KKSW, WKSW, WGSQ, WHUB, WPTN, WDQZ, WRPW, WYST | |
History | |
First air date | 1981 |
Former call signs | KKYD, KANS, KZOC |
Technical information | |
Facility ID | 7946 |
Class | C2 |
ERP | 42,000 watts |
HAAT | 163 meters |
Links | |
Webcast | Listen Live |
Website | bull929.com |
KMXN (92.9 FM) is a radio station that broadcasts in a country music format. The radio station is licensed to Osage City, Kansas, and the station serves the Topeka and Lawrence areas. The station is currently owned by Great Plains Media and broadcasts in HD Radio.
History
1981-1995 - KZOC (Country "KZ93")
Originally, the station served Emporia at 92.7 MHz. The earliest call letters are KZOC, first assigned in 1981. I don't know exactly when the station went on the air, but it was in late 1982. The format was country. The station eventually moved to 92.9 mHz and upgraded power to 36,000 watts in 1989.[1]
1995-2003 - KANS (50s-60s Oldies)
The KANS-FM calls were assigned April 1, 1995. The oldies format was satellite-fed. Owner C&C Consulting downgraded the transmitter to 7,900 watts in 2000.[1]
2003-2005 - KKYD (Rhythmic CHR "Wild 92.9")
This was certainly a change. Topeka had never had an urban-formatted station before. But it happened in 2003 after a sale to 3 Point Communications. The format began with a stunt, a continuous loop of Tone Loc's "Wild Thing." Despite the new owners using the same playlist for several months, the station actually did well in the ratings.[1]
2005-2006 - KMXN (70s-90s hits "Max FM")
Using the name Viking Media, and later becoming Great Plains Media, Jerome Zimmer bought the station in 2005. Zimmer reportedly didn't want to be involved with an Urban-related format, so around the time KLZR was officially going Hot Adult Contemporary, Zimmer brought a "Jack FM"-style format to this frequency. Max FM never had jocks. The station's playlist greatly resembled Classic Hits KWIC. Great Plains Media upgraded the wattage to 42,000 watts, moving the transmitter again-- closer to Lawrence.[1]
2006-2007 - KMXN (Classic Rock "X 92-9")
Another year begat another format change. With "Max" not doing so well, KMXN flipped to classic rock to compete more directly against KDVV and KWIC. KMXN added live air talent, plus the syndicated Bob & Tom show. During this time, KMXN started to carry Free State High School sports.[1]
2007-2009 - KMXN (Hard Album Rock "X 92-9")
In January 2007, "X" transitioned from classic rock to a more current-based hard rock. The station progressively targeted Lawrence beginning in this time period. They went through a couple of different syndicated morning shows during this time, the second one a Michigan-based show called "Free Beer And Hot Wings."[1]
2009-present - KMXN (Country "92.9 the Bull")
After a few days of stunting with television theme songs, KMXN flipped to country as "92.9 the Bull" on October 8, 2009. The station signed up the syndicated Big D & Bubba show for mornings. The flip makes the station the fourth country station in Topeka, all with different owners. KOFO simulcasted in 92.9's HD2 channel from 2011 to 2013.[1]
Current On-Air Personalities
- Big D and Bubba - The Big D and Bubba Show 5-9A (Mon. thru Sat.)[2]
- Billy Mac - The Billy Mac Show 9-2P[2]
- Josh Roberts - The Josh Roberts Radio Show 2-7pm[2]
- Wendy Behee - Nights with Wendy 7P-Midnight[2]
- Shawn Parr - Country's Hot List with Shawn Parr 8A-Noon (Sundays)[2]
- Mike Hannah - Farmer's Turnpike 8P-Midnight (Sundays)[2]
References
External links
- 92.9 The Bull website
- ‹The template FMQ is being considered for deletion.› KMXN in the FCC FM station database
- KMXN in Nielsen Audio's FM station database