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EPISODE 281 V100 DALLAS 30 YEARS LATER WITH KEITH SOLIS

EPISODE 281 V100 DALLAS 30 YEARS LATER WITH KEITH SOLIS

Update: 2025-08-29
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EPISODE 281 V100 DALLAS 30 YEARS LATER WITH KEITH
SOLIS


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In this special Labor Day Weekend episode, Tommy B and Keith Solis celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the launch of V100 in Dallas (September 1, 1995), and the challenges faced during the transition to a new radio format. They share personal anecdotes, the importance of mentorship, and the camaraderie in the radio business, while also discussing the evolution of radio and its competition with digital media. Keith Solis is a 42-Year Radio Vet and Afternoon Personality on KRNB Smooth 105.7 Dallas.  


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Chapters


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00:00 Keith Solis - 42 Years in Radio


09:26 The Launch of V100: A Historic Moment


18:49 Navigating Challenges in Dallas Radio


21:32 Navigating Change: Radio Consolidation and New Leadership


24:22 Behind the Scenes: Crafting a New Radio Format


27:44 The Launch: Transitioning to a New Era


31:14 Initial Reactions: The Audience's Response to Change


34:42 From Worst to First: The Ratings Surge


37:56 Memorable Moments: Concerts and Artist Interactions


41:57 Tragedy Strikes: The Tower Incident


42:01 The Impact of Radio Station Challenges


44:14 Navigating Changes in Management and Ownership


47:56 Adapting to Audience Needs and Market Trends


51:51 Reflections on the Evolution of Urban AC Radio


56:36 The Legacy of V100 and Personal Journeys


#radio #V100 #Dallas #Atlanta #music #broadcasting
#history #challenges #formatchange #ThomasBacote #KeithSolis #radio #KRNBDallas #audiencereception #concertevents #towerincident #radiomanagement #marketchanges #urbanAC #radiohistory


SOURCES:


DFW RADIO ARCHIVES


https://www.dfwradioarchives.com/1995.htm#:~:text=V100's%20initial%20debut%20in%20the%20fall%20was,five%20finish%20in%20its%20first%20ratings%20sweep.


WORLD RADIO HISTORY


https://www.worldradiohistory.com/Archive-Ratings-Directories/R&R-1996-1-Fall-95.pdf


OSHA TOWER CRASH REPORT


https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/2020-01/1997_r_05.pdf


LOS ANGELES TIMES TOWER CRASH STORY


https://www.latimes.com/archives/la-xpm-1996-10-13-mn-53537-story.html

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EPISODE 281 V100 DALLAS 30 YEARS LATER WITH KEITH SOLIS

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