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operating as KAZI 88.7 is the oldest community station in Austin. The station is a listener-supported, non-commercial community radio station, staffed almost entirely by volunteers who work together out of a sense of commitment and concern for our community. KAZI was the dream of the late Dr. John Warfield, professor of African-American Studies at the University of Texas. His vision was to create

a noncommercial station that served the needs of the African-American community. With generous funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and loaned tower space from LBJ-S Broadcasting, KAZI began transmitting on August 29, 1982. Although KAZI was launched with the aid of public funding, it currently survives entirely on donations from listeners and support from commercial sponsors. The station also receives monies from the City of Austin for the broadcast of the weekly City Council meeting. KAZI remains a strong force in the Austin Community with its unique mix of R&B, Soul, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Gospel, Blues, Reggae, Zydeco, Talk, Community Information, Independent News and more… KAZI also takes pride in supporting and promoting local artists as well as national artists on small independent labels. Since 1982, KAZI has been serving Austin and the surrounding communities. The station maintains a family atmosphere with a volunteer staff that loves what they do, which keeps the listening audiences always wanting more.

09/21/2024

THE ROLE OF MUSIC IN THE BLACK CHURCH PT 2. "Gospel Music Heritage Month" PSALM 150

09/20/2024

Make sure you tune in every Friday from 10 AM to noon for the Fans View, Austin’s #1 sports radio talk show! Only on 88.7 FM or online at kazifm.org

09/19/2024

Big shoutout to StarTech PC for supporting the community! Yall make sure to contact them for all your technology (phone/computer/tablet) needs!

09/19/2024

Make sure you come out to Busy Signal from 4-9 at the Historic Victory Grill for our KAZI Karaoke! We’ll have your favorite hosts, DJs and KAZI staff and volunteers in attendance so come out so we can meet y’all in person!

09/18/2024

Today we had Sara Henry from the City of Austin’s Office of Homeland Security stop by the station to talk about the 3rd annual Get Ready Central Texas Emergency Preparedness Fair at ACC Rio Grande at Building 3000 from 3-7 PM tomorrow!

We also had Jese Webb and Labron Billingsley from STEPS in the building! STEPS is dedicated to supporting families and individuals facing challenges like losing a guardian, home, or job. They provide essentials, educational support, and mentorship, aiming for long-term stability and stronger communities. Find out more at stepshelp.org

09/17/2024

Big shoutout to Erin Kozma from the Court Appointed Special Advocates of Travis County! She came by the station today to talk about the CASA Superhero Run this Sunday morning at Circuit of the Americas. Run, walk, or fly your way through the 5K and Kids Fun Run offered at the CASA Superhero Run dressed as your favorite Superhero! Throughout the event, runners and their cheerleaders can enjoy a festival complete with music, snacks, games, and activities for the whole crew! Make sure to check out ATX In Color today at noon for a special interview with the NAACP Dallas and Austin chapter presidents!

09/16/2024

Happy Mexican Independence Day! El dieciseis de Septiembre marque El Grito De Dolores!

Translation: The 16th of September marks “the Cry of Dolores,” when Roman Catholic priest Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla rang his church bell and gave the call to arms that triggered the Mexican War of Independence against the Spanish Empire which culminated with the drafting of the Declaration of Independence of the Mexican Empire in Mexico City on September 28, 1821.

As Texas used to be Mexico (and still is depending on who you ask) you know we gotta show love on Mexican Independence Day! Who went out to celebrate yesterday as we marked the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month?

09/16/2024

We had James Speer stop by the station this morning to bless us on the keys! The local musician has opened for Van Morrison and Tower of Power and has played with fellow locals like Bob Schneider, Vallejo, Tee Double and the late MC Overlord. Catch him on October 5th at C-Boys on the southside!

We’ve got Douglas The Professor up next bringing more soul followed by The Revamp with Deejay Slyce so stay tuned on 88.7 KAZI FM or online at www.kazifm.org

09/13/2024

KAZI Radio 88.7FM, the iconic nonprofit radio station out of Austin, TX proudly announces the appointment of Austin native and ACC adjunct professor Reno Dudley as its new
Radio Station Manager. In this role, Dudley will oversee budgeting, program management, and volunteer
coordination. He will also be responsible for creating innovative strategies for expanding the station’s
impact and reach. His leadership marks an exciting new chapter for the station, which has served as a
beloved cultural hub for Austin since its founding in 1982.

Dudley brings a wealth of experience in both business and music to his new role. With a career that
spans music management and corporate marketing, Dudley has earned a reputation for crafting
successful growth strategies. His extensive business background, backed by an MBA from Lamar
University, makes him capable and equipped to lead KAZI into a new era of creative programming and
community engagement. Dudley’s wide professional network also promises to extend the station’s
visibility and influence across Austin and beyond.

“This is a new era for KAZI Radio; we’re shifting from a mindset of maintaining to one of growth. My goal
is to scale KAZI as the true voice of Austin, amplifying its impact while continuing to add value to the city
and its people. As a native Austinite, I’m honored to have the opportunity to be a catalyst for the change
I’ve always envisioned for my community.” - Reno Dudley

KAZI Radio, known for its unique blend of RnB, Soul, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Zydeco, Gospel, and more, has long
been a pillar of the Austin music scene. The station plays a crucial role in uplifting local artists and
providing a platform for voices often overlooked by mainstream media. Under Dudley’s leadership, KAZI
plans to strengthen this mission by increasing its involvement in community events, highlighting local
musicians, and creating programming that resonates with Austin’s diverse population.

09/13/2024

We’re going to be interviewing Julian Marley live on air at 1:30 CST! The Grammy Award-winning reggae artist will be performing with his brothers at Germania Amphitheater this Sunday so make sure to pull up! You can tune in on 88.7 FM or online at kazifm.org

09/12/2024

If you haven’t seen Japanese-American singer-songwriter Mitski, you’re in for a treat! She has a show coming up tonight at the Moody Center and we’ve got two front row lower bowl tickets that we’re giving away! Winning them is simple! All you have to do is:

1. Like this post
2. Follow our account on Instagram
3. Comment and tag three friends that you would want to bring with you (and if you’re on Facebook, put your Instagram tag on there so we can contact you!)

we’ll pick the winner tonight before doors!

09/12/2024

KAZI welcomes the Tonkawa Tribe to the City of Austin for their reception at Republic Square at 10:30 AM to commemorate their return to Texas from Oklahoma. They have a storied history in the Austin area and recently bought a property northeast of Austin which has sacred value to them: Sugarloaf Mountain in Milam County plays a key role in the tribe’s creation story. We recently interviewed Bob O’Dell and Sylvia Orozco who talked about the Tonkawa’s legacy in Austin and what it means for them to be back in Texas.

09/11/2024

We gotta take some time out this week to acknowledge some big people in pop culture who have passed this last week.

Frankie Beverly of soul/funk band Maze passed away yesterday at the age of 77. The native Philadelphian, known for wearing all white outfits, had performed for over 50 years and was especially beloved in Texas.

James Earl Jones, the legendary actor whose voice and performance captivated us for decades, passed away on Monday at the age of 93. Known for his performances voicing Darth Vader from Star Wars and Mufasa from Lion King, Jones first started his acting career in 1955 and went on to have roles in Dr. Strangelove, Roots, Coming To America, Field of Dreams and The Sandlot. He had won two Primetime Emmy awards, two Tony Awards, a Grammy, a Golden Globe and had the Cory Theater on Broadway in Manhattan renamed to the James Earl Jones Theater in his honor.

Dequantes Devontay Lamar, known as Rich Homie Quan, passed away last week at the young age of 34. Known for his melodic Southern hip-hop, the Atlanta artist had hit singles like “Type of Way”, “Walk Thru”, and “Flex” along with his songs for Rich Gang, a collaborative project with Young Thug and Birdman.

Prayers Up 🙏💯🕊️

09/11/2024

Y’all make sure to pop up next Thursday at Busy Signal from 4-9 PM for our KAZI Karaoke! We’re looking forward to this one!

We’ve got Douglas The Professor on right now! Up next on 88.7FM, we’ve got Iron Sharpens Iron followed by Deejay Slyce! Stay tuned for Jabari Warfield and Mz Marlah shutting it down on the late night tip! You can also stream us online at kazifm.org!

09/10/2024

We had KAZI alum Busy B in this morning along with Daniel Chen to talk about the YAR Festival happening in November at Round Rock Amphitheater! They’ll be celebrating Asian culture with a music festival and night market so if you like food, music, and everything else that comes with it, pull up!

Tonight we got a special edition of Reggae Evolution where we’ll be giving away tickets to see the Marley Brothers at Germania Insurance Amphitheater! Y’all make sure to tune in at 88.7 FM or online at kazifm.org at 7-10 CST so you don’t miss out!

09/09/2024

We had mayoral candidate Doug Greco stop by the station today! The longtime Austinite has served as a school teacher at Johnston/Eastside High and worked as the Executive Director of Central Texas Interfaith and also as State Representative Gina Hinojosa’s Chief of Staff! Y’all make sure to vote in this years mayoral election and if there’s a runoff, you need to vote in that too! Make your voices heard!

09/07/2024

We had a great time today! We watched Michigan get stomped by the Longhorns and got to enjoy a fun day out at Community Day at the Long Center! What y’all got planned for the rest of the day?

09/07/2024

Tommy Davidson killed it last night at the Long Center for DAWA’s five year anniversary! What y’all getting into this weekend?

09/07/2024

HARVEST SEASON (Luke:10-2)

09/06/2024

There’s a lot going down in ATX tonight! What’s the move? 👀👀👀

09/05/2024

You know we had a time on The Morning Grind today! We had local musician/activist/entrepreneur/everything Saul Paul come in to talk about a screening tonight of Sound of Hope, a movie about the importance of foster care. The screening is going to be at Mount Zion Baptist Church at 6:00 p.m.

We also had local comedians Terrence Yon, Ivy Le and Lando Shepard come sit in with our cohosts Rochelle McConico and Dapper Doug! Lando has a show at Upstage Comedy Lounge in San Antonio on September 13th so get your tickets now!

09/04/2024

We got some cool shows coming up this weekend and as always KAZI 88.7 FM is your plug to stay in the mix! We had Chaka Mpeanaji from Riders Against The Storm come in and talk about DAWA, the charity that he started, as they celebrate their five year anniversary at The Long Center this Friday! It will be headlined by comedian Tommy Davidson and includes local musicians like Kydd Jones, J Soulja, Tameca Jones and Joel Boyd! We also had Adam Brewer and DJ Smackola in to talk about BatFest this weekend, which will happen on the South Congress Bridge with headlining sets from Paul Wall and Ghostland Observatory! Make sure y’all pull up!

09/03/2024

Y’all know you gotta stay locked in to KAZI! We had City Manager TC Broadnax come in to talk about his new role in Austin, his experience in Dallas, his upbringing in Topeka, and he even told us how he used to dunk on fools as a state champion point guard in high school! We gotta get him back in the studio ASAP for sure.

Afterwards we have Douglas The Professor bringing the vibes to the Capital City of Soul, followed by ATX Now in Color with Alberta Phillips and Billy Carr. Make sure to stick around for Deejay Slyce with The Revamp at 1 PM on 88.7 FM or online at kazifm.org

09/03/2024

RIP to hiphop legend Fatman Scoop! Born in Harlem, New York, the rapper/hypeman is best known for his song “Be Faithful” with the Crooklyn Clan and worked with artists like Missy Elliott, Janet Jackson, Lil Jon, Mariah Carey and more. He passed this weekend after collapsing on stage. Thoughts and prayers to his friends, family and fans. 💯💯

09/01/2024

Tune into 88.7 FM or online at kazifm.org to hear ATX legend DJ Dinky D tear up the airwaves until it’s after hours at 3 AM! It’s Labor Day so let’s party!

08/31/2024

Forsake Not The Assembly (Hebrews 10:25)

08/30/2024

🎶 Get ready to celebrate the King of Pop’s birthday with us tonight! We’ve got an electrifying lineup of MJ’s greatest hits to keep you moonwalking the night away. Tune in to KAZI 88.7 FM from 4PM-7PM and let’s groove together! Don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes! 🕺✨ ”

08/29/2024

Our very own Harrison Eppright will be interviewed at The Carver Museum from 6-9 PM today for the Black Austin Matters podcast! Pull up and get you some history!

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Monday	10am - 5pm
Tuesday	10am - 5pm
	8pm - 12am
Wednesday	10am - 5pm
	8pm - 12am
Friday	10am - 5pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm

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http://www.kazifm.org/

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Austin Community Radio, Inc. operating as KAZI 88.7 is the oldest community station in Austin. The station is a listener-supported, non-commercial community radio station, staffed almost entirely by volunteers who work together out of a sense of commitment and concern for our community. Our mission is to reach and provide educational programming and information with special emphasis on media access for the African-American community and other groups previously unserved by existing radio stations in Austin. KAZI was the dream of the late Dr. John Warfield, professor of African-American Studies at the University of Texas. With generous funding from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting and loaned tower space from LBJ-S Broadcasting, KAZI began transmitting on August 29, 1982. Although KAZI was launched with the aid of public funding, it currently survives entirely on donations from listeners and support from commercial sponsors. The station also receives monies from the City of Austin for the broadcast of the weekly City Council meeting. KAZI remains a strong force in the Austin Community with its unique mix of R&B, Soul, Hip-Hop, Jazz, Gospel, Blues, Reggae, Zydeco, Talk, Community Information, Independent News and more… KAZI also takes pride in supporting and promoting local artists as well as national artists on small independent labels. Since 1982, KAZI has been serving Austin and the surrounding communities. The station maintains a family atmosphere with a volunteer staff that loves what they do, which keeps the listening audiences always wanting more.