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DWLS (Barangay LS)
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Broadcast area Mega Manila, and surrounding areas
Frequency 97.1 MHz
Branding Barangay LS 97.1
Programming
Language(s) Filipino
Format Contemporary MOR, OPM, K-pop
Network Barangay FM
Ownership
Owner GMA Network
Sister stations
History
First air date
June 1955; 70 years ago (1955-06)
Former call signs
DZXX (1955–1976)
Former frequencies
890 kHz (1955–1976)
Call sign meaning
Loreto Stewart (wife of Robert "Uncle Bob" Stewart, founder of GMA Network)
Technical information
Licensing authority
NTC
Class B, C, D, E
Power 25,000 watts
ERP 100,000 watts
Links
Webcast Listen Live

DWLS (97.1 FM), also known as Barangay LS 97.1, is a popular radio station in the Philippines. It plays music all day, every day, including popular songs, Filipino music (OPM), and K-Pop. This station is run by RGMA (Radio GMA), which is part of the bigger GMA Network.

All About Barangay LS 97.1

Barangay LS 97.1 is a radio station that broadcasts on the 97.1 FM frequency. It is known for playing a mix of popular music genres. The station aims to keep listeners entertained with a variety of songs.

What Kind of Music Does it Play?

Barangay LS 97.1 plays different types of music. You can hear the latest hit songs, which are often called "Top 40" or "CHR" (Contemporary Hit Radio). It also plays "OPM," which stands for Original Pilipino Music. This means songs made by Filipino artists. Plus, fans of Korean pop music will be happy to know it plays "K-Pop" too!

Where is the Station Located?

The main studio for Barangay LS 97.1 is in Quezon City, Philippines. It is located inside the GMA Network Center Complex. This building is on the corner of EDSA and Timog Avenue in Diliman. The station's powerful transmitter, which sends out the radio signal, is also in Quezon City. It is on the GMA Tower of Power in Barangay Culiat, Tandang Sora.

The Meaning Behind the Name

The letters "LS" in DWLS have a special meaning. They stand for Loreto Stewart. She was the wife of Robert "Uncle Bob" Stewart. He was the person who started the famous GMA Network. So, the station's call sign honors an important person in its history.

A Look Back in Time

Barangay LS 97.1 first started broadcasting in June 1955. That's a very long time ago! When it first began, it had a different call sign, DZXX. It also used a different frequency, 890 kHz. Over the years, the station changed and grew into the Barangay LS 97.1 we know today. It became part of the Barangay FM network.

Who Owns Barangay LS?

The station is owned by GMA Network. This is one of the biggest media companies in the Philippines. Barangay LS 97.1 is part of a family of stations. These include Super Radyo DZBB 594, which is another radio station. It also includes TV channels like GMA 7 and GMA News TV 27.

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