iHeartMedia debuted Rhythmic Throwbacks Throwback 99.1 on WMMS-HD3 Friday in Cleveland.
The station had been stunting with Cleveland natives Bone Thugs-n-Harmony “Crossroads” on loop. Throwback 99.1 debuted with 10,000 songs in a row.
iHeartMedia Cleveland Market President Keith Hotchkiss said, “Throwback is more than just the name of the station; it’s a cultural touchstone that celebrates the artists and anthems that were the soundtrack of a generation. Clevelanders who grew up with this music have fond memories of the stations and personalities that brought the music to the masses, and we’re bringing it back on 99.1.”
LeeAnn Summers will handle mornings. She will continue to host afternoons for Country sister station WGAR. City Newwss will handle middays from Columbus. Top 40 WAKS (96.5 Kiss-FM)/Cleveland’s Allen Colon will handle PM Drive with LadyRay at night and Roxy Romey overnight.
Core artists include Eminem, Usher, Dr Dre. And Nelly.
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