"In the Air, Everywhere." "America's #1 local music video station" and major independent broadcaster in the San Francisco Bay Area.
California Music Channel (CMC) is one of the longest-running local music video channels in the U.S., headquartered in the San Francisco Bay Area. Founded in 1982 by Richard Kurkjian, it has maintained a continuous presence as a major independent broadcaster for over 40 years.
Summary of Operations (2026)
- Global Reach: Under the slogan "In the Air, Everywhere," CMC broadcasts via nine Northern California digital stations and global streaming via the CMC App.
- Local Authority: Branded as "America's #1 local music video station," it focuses on high-definition local broadcasting under the motto "Live Local Loud and Clear."
- Signature Programming: Known for 24/7 music videos, audience requests, and the iconic "Sunday Night Oldies" hosted by Chuy Gomez.