First Listen: Garth Brooks’ Tailgate Radio
When WKAZ Charleston, W. Va., debuted its wide-variety party format called “Tailgate 107.3” nine years ago, one of the sweepers...
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When WKAZ Charleston, W. Va., debuted its wide-variety party format called “Tailgate 107.3” nine years ago, one of the sweepers...
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