It was the intention of Cumulus Media to acquire two radio stations in the Windy City from Merlin Media. However, Cumulus’ financial difficulties led to the eventual dismantling of a deal that would have seen it obtain WKQX-FM “Q101” and WLUP-FM 97.9.
Now, Merlin Media — the company led by noted radio industry veteran Randy Michaels — is selling WLUP.
Cue up “Jesus Is Just Alright” — a switch to a noncommercial Christian Contemporary music format is coming for the storied Rocker.