Brooks proposes FM-100 station to replace Lightning 100 on Nashville dial

Garth Brooks has proposed a new FM radio station for Nashville and Middle Tennessee that will broadcast country music alongside local news and public service content. The new station, designated as FM-100, is scheduled to take the current dial position of the independent station Lightning 100.

Lightning 100 will continue its operations by moving to a nearby frequency. This arrangement is currently awaiting approval from the Federal Communications Commission. The plan allows the independent station to remain on air while freeing up its current channel for Brooks' new venture.

Brooks stated in a media release that the concept originated after he viewed a social media post urging listeners to help preserve Lightning 100. He described the move as a way to support the station's independent music history while establishing a new platform for his own project.

"This way, the owner gets help in funding. The station lives on, while the new FM-100 finds a home in the middle of the FM dial," Brooks said.

The proposed format for FM-100 focuses on country music from past legends, current stars, and emerging artists. Brooks emphasized that the station will feature generations of women in the genre. It will also provide information on local events and assistance for visitors.

The station has agreed to partner with Nashville Severe Weather to interrupt regular programming during dangerous weather conditions. Brooks said the station aims to serve a global audience eventually, but its primary mission is to assist residents of Music City.

"This will be a joy and an honor to play a small role in being of service to Music City," he said.