In Chicago True Oldies will be WLS-FM

[Jeff Lehmann]

> >>Can WPLJ be far behind becoming WABC-FM?<<
> 
> Yes...VERY far behind.
> 
> WZZN was doing essentially nothing in the ratings, and was ripe for a
> change.  WPLJ is an established station with strong ratings for many
> years, and is a well-known brand name.  Not gonna happen.
> 
> Remember too that what's propping up WLS-FM is a syndicated format...Scott
> Shannon's True Oldies.  They'll have a few local shows with well-known
> local air personalities (Dick Biondi is one), but most of the programming
> will be off the bird.

Plus, WCBS-FM in NY is already basically doing the same format. These days,
there's not much "true" about "True Oldies" anymore. Back when 830 WCRN
carried the format, there was a lot more 50s/early 60s music than there is
today.

Jeff Lehmann
Hanson, MA