Albany, New York — the state capital and anchor of the Capital Region — has a radio dial shaped by government workers, college students, and the diverse community surrounding the Hudson River. From WAMC's acclaimed public radio programming to country, classic hits, jazz, and R&B, Albany's stations serve one of the Northeast's most historically significant cities.
8 Radio Stations in Albany, NY
WAMC
WAMC is the Capital Region's NPR affiliate and one of the most respected public radio networks in the Northeast, broadcasting from Albany with a signal that reaches across upstate New York and into Vermont and Massachusetts. WAMC's in-depth news coverage and public affairs programming reflect the civic character of a state capital where government and policy are central to daily life.
WGNA 107.7 FM
WGNA 107.7 FM is the Capital Region's flagship country station, consistently one of the most-listened-to stations in Albany. WGNA has deep roots in upstate New York's country music community and delivers a mix of today's biggest country hits alongside classic favorites that resonate with the region's significant rural and suburban audience.
Magic 590 AM
Magic 590 AM brings classic R&B and soul to Albany on the AM dial, serving the Capital Region's African American community with the timeless sounds of Motown, classic soul, and smooth R&B that defined decades of American music history.
Retro FM 102.1
Retro FM 102.1 brings Russian-language programming to Albany's Eastern European immigrant community — an unexpected presence in upstate New York that speaks to the diverse migration patterns that have shaped the Capital Region's demographics over the past few decades.
100.9 & 107.1 The Cat
100.9 & 107.1 The Cat is a classic rock station serving Albany listeners who grew up with the guitar-driven rock of the 1970s, 80s, and 90s. The Cat's format connects Albany's baby boomer and Gen X population to the soundtrack of their youth, from Led Zeppelin to Nirvana.
B95.5
B95.5 delivers adult contemporary and pop hits to Albany's mainstream audience — the accessible format that appeals to a broad demographic range from young adults to middle-aged listeners who want current music without the harder edge of rock or hip-hop stations.
Best Of America
Best Of America is a patriotic and American roots music streaming station — an appropriate presence in New York's state capital, where American history and civic culture are central to the city's identity.
Juke Joint Jazz Radio
Juke Joint Jazz Radio streams jazz, blues, and soul from Albany with a format that honors the deep American roots of these genres — perfect evening listening for a city with a rich history that stretches back to the Dutch colonial era.
Stream Albany Radio Online
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