KMEL, urban contemporary radio station in San Francisco
KMEL is a radio station in San Francisco, California, broadcasting on 106.1 FM (around 106 MHz) with a format focused on hip-hop and R&B. The station covers the wider Bay Area and also streams online, featuring shows like the Sana G Morning Show alongside current hits from both established and newer artists.
KMEL was founded in 1946 and went through several format changes over the following decades before taking on its current name in the 1970s. The shift toward hip-hop and R&B helped it become one of the best-known stations in Northern California.
KMEL plays hip-hop and R&B, and for many listeners in the Bay Area it is the go-to station for current music in these genres. Its shows often touch on local topics and give the community a voice on the air.
The station can be picked up on 106.1 FM throughout most of the Bay Area, whether you are driving or at home. Online streaming means you can also follow shows and playlists from outside the broadcast range.
Each year, KMEL organizes the Sana Claus Toy and Food Drive, collecting toys and food for families around the holiday season. This initiative has given the station a role in daily life that goes well beyond simply playing music.
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