We Think Different

For us at WPVM, radio is an art form. It informs, entertains, and unites us in a magical way made possible by electromagnetic waves combined with audio signals. It’s much bigger than a tool for propaganda or to make a dollar. WPVM is different from commercial radio; we believe it is a way to connect communities locally, nationally, and globally.

WPVM is more than just a radio station; it’s a labor of love. Our show hosts and DJs have poured their hearts into their shows, creating unique programming that reflects their deep-felt interest and the unique community of Asheville. Their passion and commitment are the lifeblood of our station, and we’re honored to have such dedicated volunteers supporting our station.

More than a century old, radio is an ever-evolving medium that continues to define itself. The same technology discovered or developed by the early pioneers like Morse and Tesla is still being used in our cellphones, personal listening devices such as iPods, GPS navigation, radar weather reports, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and internet radio.  Radio’s power is the ability to connect on an intimate level; the only medium that can do that.

In a world where everyone has a bullhorn, it’s easy to feel bombarded by ‘noise’ from every corner. But at  WPVM, we’re here to cut through that noise and bring you programming that’s worth your time. Our shows are carefully curated and our hosts are passionate about what they do, ensuring that you always have something interesting to listen to.

Those who have traveled abroad are well aware of the influence American music has on the world. The golden age of American music from the 20s to the 90s was a time when creativity flourished like no other in history. The music of this period endures internationally and is destined to become the classics of the modern age and will be heard centuries from now. WPVM’s music library is one of the finest in radio. We have been honored to receive music files from music lovers from local and national friends and supporters. Our music library contains nearly 800,000 files and includes folk, roots, rock, reggae, classic rock, gospel, classical, and more.

Whether it be news, public affairs, or music, we try to bring our audience the most authentic programming, locally on 103.7 and internationally on the World Wide Web.

MISSION:  Our mission is to create radio programming that cultivates dialogue, informs, entertains and raises local, regional and global community awareness.

VISION: WPVM’s vision is to be the trusted voice of an informed Asheville community and beyond as technology gives WPVM access to a global reach. A community resource that is a means to build support for the arts, culture, and history of Asheville and the surrounding community through civic participation.

The New WPVM is Asheville’s truly independent  hometown radio, which means we create all of our  programming entirely by volunteer show hosts and dj’s. By FCC law we are not allowed any commercial advertisements.

WPVM  receives no financial support other than from our underwriters, fundraisers, and donations from our listeners. Our ability to stay on the air is due to the financial support of our listeners and we thank you for your financial support and faith in us. In a time when the mainstream media is owned by just a few conglomerates, truly independent media is a rare thing. If you enjoy our programming and our effort to bring independent and thought-provoking news and entertainment, please consider making a tax-deductible financial contribution. WPVM is truly a labor of love by the Board of Directors and our volunteers, and we hope you will help us continue this important work.

To learn how low-power fm stations were legislated into being view this link for more information.  Local Community Radio Act of 1996

If you would like to join the talented and dedicated volunteers involved with WPVM as please send us a message using the contact form below.

More Ways To Listen

New App to Listen Globally

We are pleased to present our new app for both phones and tablets. We are seeing a large increase in our listenership accessing our programming using mobile devices. We want to keep our listeners happy using a digital connection to the station.

Android App   Apple App

In Asheville and the French Broad River valley tune into 103.7 on your FM dial. Or listen live on Alexa; download the app and tell  Alexa to play “Radio Asheville”. or “The Voice of Asheville.” Or tell Siri to play WPVM-lp  Download  TuneIn, MyTuner or Receiver Radio on your smart tv or computer.

A Century of Radio….
“Hardly any other cultural technique has had such a lasting influence on our coexistence as listening to the radio. Radio unites people and creates identity, but it is also used for propaganda purposes and as an instrument of espionage and power. It has been a medium of globalization from the beginning and plays a key role in history.

Every region of the world has its own stories of listening and not listening, of communities coming together and dividing around radio. However, as radio waves do not stop at national borders, these stories are interconnected in many ways.”

Radio Art Residency