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Rebel Radio Launches in Panama City Beach, Embraces Diversity

2/2/2026

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Story summary
  • JVC Broadcasting launched Rebel Radio on 100.1 FM in Panama City Beach, Florida.
  • The Country format features nearly 3,000 songs from the 1960s to the mid-2010s, emphasizing variety.
  • CEO John Caracciolo says Rebel Radio seeks freedom from corporate formulas and to serve a diverse audience.
  • The launch reflects JVC's preference for local decision-making and fewer restrictions versus standardized radio.