WBCN-FM

WBCN-FM: The Sounds of The American Revolution – Boston's Groundbreaking Radio Station Experience the revolutionary spirit of WBCN-FM, the Boston-based radio station that ignited a cultural and political movement in the 1960s and 70s. This unique audio archive preserves the station’s original broadcasts from 1968-1975, featuring a dynamic mix of music, news, interviews, and the station’s distinctive zaniness. Originally created for the “American Revolution” documentary film (released in 2018), these restored and preserved recordings offer a rare glimpse into a station that challenged the status quo and transformed the landscape of American radio. Explore the music, news, and iconic broadcasts that defined a generation. Supported by Lichtenstein Creative Media, UMass Amherst, and a consortium of leading institutions, WBCN-FM’s legacy continues through this invaluable audio archive.