iHeartMedia launched Classic Rock “Q94.7” KOKQ Oklahoma City at midnight.
The new format is launching with a “Two-For Tuesday” playing back-to-back songs from artists from the iHeartMedia custom Classic Rock log featuring WFBQ Indianapolis afternoon host Dave ‘Gunner’ Gunn in mornings.
The move marks a return to Classic Rock to the signal that was previously “94.7 The Brew” from 2009 until its August 2021 flip to Sports “94.7 The Ref” KREF-FM. The station dropped the programming originating at Metro Radio Group’s 1400 KREF Norman in August at the expiration of their two year agreement and had been running the national Fox Sports Radio lineup since.
The move brings a full-signaled Classic Rock format back to Oklahoma City as the market previously was served by Tyler Media’s “104.5 KRXO” K283BW/KRXO-HD2 and Cumulus Media’s Rock 100.5 KATT. K283BW had a 1.0 share in the September 2023 Nielsen Audio ratings, while KATT is third in the market with a 6.1 share.
iHeartMedia Oklahoma City announced today the debut of the new Q 94.7, Oklahoma’s Classic Rock, effective immediately.
Q 94.7 will broadcast the best Classic Rock from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, including songs from artists including Led Zeppelin, Guns N’ Roses, Nirvana, Aerosmith, Red Hot Chili Peppers and more.
“We couldn’t be more thrilled about the incredible opportunity to reintroduce classic rock to Oklahoma City. We’re excited to see the impact the new Q 94.7 will have on our listeners and the community at large,” said Jay C. Lowe, Area President, iHeartMedia Oklahoma City. “Classic Rock has left an indelible mark in the hearts and minds of fans around the world, and we hope this new station will strike the same chord with our audience right here in Oklahoma City.”
“Classic Rock returns to roost at 94.7 FM as we welcome the All-new Q 94.7,” said Don Cristi, Senior Vice President, Programming, iHeartMedia Oklahoma City/Tulsa. “We’re excited to reintroduce timeless music from the Mount Rushmore of Rock – Zeppelin, Queen, Aerosmith and Rolling Stones and more. We hope the listeners of Oklahoma City enjoy our mix of the very best from the 70’s, 80’s 90’s.”
Full Programming Lineup:
GUNNER 6 a.m. – 10 a.m.
MARIA MILITO 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
KEN DASHOW 3 p.m. – 7 p.m.
BIG RIG 7 p.m. – 12 a.m.
