KZSC 88.1 Santa Cruz, CA

KZSC 88.1 FM Santa Cruz: College Radio with a Vibe

Tune into KZSC 88.1 FM, Santa Cruz’s original college radio station, where the airwaves pulse with raw energy and unexpected sounds. Broadcasting from the University of California Santa Cruz, this is where underground meets eclectic—expect indie rock, hip-hop, electronic beats, world music, and left-field gems you won’t hear anywhere else. No corporate playlists here; just real DJs spinning what they love.

Why Stream KZSC Online?

• Live & Unfiltered: Catch the raw FM broadcast in crisp HD quality, exactly as it hits the Santa Cruz airwaves.
• Zero Barriers: Listen free, no sign-ups, no ad interruptions—just hit play and dive in.
• 24/7 Soundtrack: Whether it’s 3 AM psychedelic jazz or midday activist talk shows, KZSC never sleeps.

Check the now-playing tracker to see what’s in the current rotation or explore today’s playlist. Heard a killer track? Their archives help you rediscover it later. For locals and global listeners alike, KZSC is more than radio—it’s the sonic heartbeat of Santa Cruz counterculture. Turn it up.

Broadcasting at 88.1 FM from UCSC’s studios since 1967. Streaming worldwide, commercial-free.