Stevie Wonder

KJLH Celebrates 50 Years: A Salute to Independent Black-Owned Radio

One of the single most trusted broadcasting sources for Los Angeles radio listeners, predominately in the African American community, the independently owned and operated KJLH, is celebrating 50 years of success. The radio station has been independently owned and operated since 1965. The initial call letters were KFOX-FM before musical genius and philanthropist Stevie Wonder acquired the 102.3 station from John Lamar Hill in 1979. A proven station dedicated to generational audiences, KJLH prides itself in being actively engaged in community service and standing unapologetically as a vanguard for the people and frontline voice for social change, artistry and soulful

Herb Wesson Declared August 21 As “KJLH Day”

On August 21, L.A. City Council President Herb Wesson declared “KJLH Day” in the City of Los Angeles. August 21 commemorates the 50th anniversary of the radio station providing listeners with great music and broadcasting community events.