Anyone who has spent any time listening to radio in the DFW Metroplex is well aware that the overwhelming majority of the music played has been akin to the infliction of torture on a perfectly innocent victim. With rare exceptions, there have been exactly four stations that have not driven me completely batshit crazy most of the time. Three of those stations are non-commercial (usually meaning that their frequency is at 91.9 or "less" on the FM dial). Today, I'm happy to report that KXT 91.7 FM started its 24-7 broadcast schedule! The frequency was bought by the DFW area's local NPR station a few months ago, and they have been working to get this station on the air ever since. Their format is AAA...adult album alternative...and they play everything from indie rock to folk to alt-country to blues to Celtic music to...get the picture? I'm in heaven! Trust me, 99 percent of what they play will never be played on commercial radio. In addition to a major emphasis on Texas music (some of the best music in the world!), KXT includes great NPR music programs like Undercurrents, Thistle and Shamrock, Putumayo World, and the legendary World Cafe. I've even heard some music played by people I know! While I don't have a lot of money at the moment, I'm considering becoming a member of KXT to help ensure that this musical treasure stays on the air for good! Why not give it a listen and hear some REAL music? Tune into 91.7 FM if you're in the DFW area, or go to KXT's website wherever you are in the world. Enjoy! :)
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