History
101.5 Kiss FM began as an online-only station on Live365 on November 16, 2024. On March 16, 2025, the service expanded to the FM band via translator W268BY and on August 29, 2025 the Station Launched on 1230 AM, offering a local Top 40 format for listeners in New York City, The Bronx, Yonkers, White Plains, portions of Long Island, New Jersey, and Connecticut. Over time, the station evolved toward a blend of pop, hip-hop, and rhythmic contemporary hits targeting younger audiences, especially Generation Z and Generation Alpha. On November 9th, 101.5 Kiss FM teamed up with WHUD to bring listeners a special blend of Variety music through Christmas Day. After the holidays, Kiss FM will return to its regular TikTok hits.
Programming
101.5 Kiss FM airs a playlist featuring current pop, hip-hop, and dance tracks, mixed with entertainment segments and weekly countdowns. The lineup includes a mix of local and syndicated shows.
Regular programming
LiveLine with Mason — Weeknights from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m., featuring interactive listener calls, new music, and pop culture content.
On Air With Zay — Hosted by Zay Nova, airing Saturdays 1–3 p.m. and Sundays 1–3 p.m. The show highlights pop hits, Hollywood news, and fan requests.
The Electric Top 20 with Eric Tucker — Saturdays 7–9 p.m., a countdown with Eric Tucker of the week’s top 20 songs.
Slow Jamz with R Dub! — Sundays 8 p.m.–12 a.m., featuring R&B slow jams and romantic hits.
Additional content
The station also promotes online events, listener polls, and themed weekends, including artist takeovers and flashback segments. Community and pop-culture content are a regular part of the schedule, appealing to younger listeners across the Tri-State area.
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