KTXT 88.1 "The Raider" Texas Tech University - Lubbock, TX 🇺🇸

KTXT-FM, broadcasting on 88.1 MHz as "The Raider," is a non-commercial, educational radio station owned and operated by Texas Tech University in Lubbock, Texas. It's primarily student-run, providing Texas Tech students hands-on experience in broadcasting, journalism, media production, and related fields. As an educational station, KTXT serves as a training ground for students interested in all aspects of radio, from on-air talent to management. KTXT offers a variety format, including alternative rock, indie rock, local music, electronic music, and hip-hop. A significant portion of its programming consists of specialty shows hosted by students and community members, focusing on specific genres and themes. KTXT also airs news and public affairs programming, emphasizing local issues and events, including interviews with community leaders and coverage of campus happenings. KTXT's strong support of local musicians and bands in the Lubbock area is a key aspect of its mission, featuring local artists and providing a platform to reach a wider audience. The station's signal covers the Lubbock metropolitan area and surrounding communities, and it offers a live stream of its programming on its website, making it accessible worldwide.