KOKA explained

KOKA
City:Shreveport, Louisiana
Country:US
Area:Shreveport-Bossier City
Branding:KOKA 980 AM, 93.3 FM
Frequency:980 kHz
Languages:English
Format:Urban gospel
Class:D
Facility Id:9222
Owner:Alpha Media LLC
Licensee:Alpha Media Licensee LLC
Sister Stations:KBTT, KDKS-FM, KLKL, KTAL-FM
Licensing Authority:FCC

KOKA (980 kHz, "KOKA 980 AM, 93.3 FM") is an American radio station licensed to Shreveport, Louisiana. The station is broadcasting an urban gospel format. The station serves the Shreveport–Bossier City metropolitan area. The station is owned by Alpha Media LLC, through licensee Alpha Media Licensee LLC. Its studios are located just north of downtown Shreveport, and the transmitter is north of Cross Lake.

History

Former blues and gospel singer-songwriter Eddy Giles was a DJ at the station for 40 years. He was a gospel announcer, program director and music director.[1] [2]

External links

32.5261°N -93.8219°W

Notes and References

  1. News: Shreveport 'Losin' Boy' blues icon, pastor Eddie Giles dies at 80. Tiana. Kennell. February 7, 2019. shreveporttimes.com. February 23, 2023.
  2. News: 'Losing Boy' singer Eddie Giles discusses fame, faith. Kathie. Rowell. January 28, 2015. shreveporttimes.com. March 6, 2023.