KOME 98.5 FM San Jose, California

01/16/2025

The director known for his unique and surrealistic films and TV shows including “Blue Velvet” and “Twin Peaks,” has died. David Lynch, 78, was diagnosed with emphysema last year. He'd been evacuated from his home due to the fires. RIP --Jona

01/11/2025

Due to popular demand, a 2nd show to pay tribute to the late GREG KIHN is now on sale for SUN JAN 26th at 6:30 at the Pruneyard Cinemas in Campbell. TIX: https://www.pruneyardcinemas.com/movie/Pruneyard/Celebrate-the-Life--Music-of-Greg-Kihn?fbclid=IwY2xjawHvnh9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHVa5jtgU1U8rBgnWrWCJgc8JNzJFchFA7zuGyZ8oFS4qCxYkMPooFCkyQw_aem_jBSHKZrlXyBfjIsh_8oINw

10/06/2024

Agree? OZZY OSBOURNE says: induct BILLY IDOL into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame! Billy will be part of Ozzy's induction on Oct 19th.--Jona

08/19/2024

Both Gregs are in Rock & Roll Heaven now 💛 🖤
Here's a thought from GREG STONE'S daughter, Tasha...

08/15/2024

Very sad news. One of the coolest, most multi-talented Bay Area rockers, GREG KIHN, has died. Besides his great music, he excelled as a novelist, award-winning radio DJ, and all-around good guy! RIP. We'll always "Remember". --Jona

08/15/2024

While shopping at my local San Jose Grocery Outlet, my son excitedly pointed out this cool guy, Scott, in a KOME shirt! 💛 🖤 Thanks for the selfie, Scott. --Jona

05/08/2024

Great news! A couple of KOME alums need your VOTES for the Bay Area Radio Hall of Fame. Visit https://californiahistoricalradio.com to vote for 50-year radio veteran, JONA DENZ-HAMILTON and JOE "OK" KELLEY and many other favorite area radio folks. Deadline to vote: June 30th. You must be a member of the California Historic Radio Society ($40)

03/08/2024

RIP GENE MITCHELL. Geno died at home after suffering a heart attack. CLICK to see tribute vid >https://ramp247.com/tag/kome/

03/05/2024

We received sad, surprising news that KOME's popular GENE MITCHELL aka GENO MICHELLINI, died at home earlier this week. You remember him from the mid '70s into the '80s during the Mikel Hunter era. RIP Geno.

03/04/2024

The KOME Krew rocked Little Lou's in Campbell then Rock Bottom Brewery. See: Kelly Cox, Dana Jang, Jona Denz-Hamilton, Karin Nakamura + ad execs Mark Fenichel & Ruthie Callahan

03/04/2024

Go Kelly Cox with hubby Tommy Quayle and Cook 'n Fenny Combo. About 2 dozen KOME alums and fans joined the crowd at Little Lou's in Campbell last Wed! --Jona

01/28/2024

Van Halen released their first single "You Really Got Me" on this day in 1978, an immediate favorite on KOME! Check out the setlist of their first show in San Jose at the Center for the Performing Arts. --Jona

http://www.setlist.fm/setlist/van-halen/1979/center-for-the-performing-arts-san-jose-ca-13d29519.html

01/27/2024

Sammy Hagar was Eddie Van Halen's friend--and fan! Awww, check out his old home movie. 'Makes you wish you were there! --Jona

Sammy Still Missing His 'Brother' Eddie

01/26/2024

🎸Let's wish EDDIE VAN HALEN a happy heavenly birthday today. I loved how he always seemed to be smiling.❤️🤍🖤 --Jona

01/26/2024

Journey is playing the 49ers/Lions halftime show on Sunday!! --Jona https://www.mercurynews.com/2024/01/26/legendary-bay-area-rock-act-to-perform-at-49ers-nfc-championship-game/

01/23/2024

KOME-QUATS! Join us on Feb 28th when KOME's KELLY COX komes to town to sing with husband Tommy Quayle & KOME's Fenny with his Cook 'n Fenny Combo at Little Lou's BBQ in Campbell 6-9p. --Jona
(Little Lou's Acoustic Showcase--no cover charge, great grub, lotsa music fans like the old days at the Bodega and Smokey Mountain. Wed Feb 28th, Bandana, Cook'n Fenny, Kelly & Tommy. Enjoy the show, toast the musicians--and be sure to tip 'em!)

01/08/2024

Monday, January 8th: Happy Birthday Doors guitarist Robby Krieger, 78...Loverboy singer Mike Reno, 69...and Happy Heavenly Birthday to ❤ David Bowie who would have turned 77.

12/24/2023

The Beach Boys get parodied ♪ ♫ ♩ by the KOME Spot ♬ ♪ ♫!" Check out references to Lefty (Mikel Hunter), Dana Jang, Gary Torresani (Gary T), Geno Michellini, Joe Kelley, and Jona! LISTEN AT> www.youtube.com/watch?v=PiGcVcfW5jE