# KZSC Radio

> Stream KZSC 88.1 FM Live

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/id371572770](https://chrome-stats.com/d/id371572770)

## Overview

- **ID:** `id371572770`
- **Platform:** Apple
- **Type:** Apple app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** KZSC Santa Cruz
- **Category:** Music
- **Rating:** 4.60 / 5 (11 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.1.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-03
- **First published:** 2010-05-13
- **Size:** 2.92 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-19
- **Store listing:** [Apple App Store](https://apps.apple.com/us/app/kzsc-radio/id371572770)
- **Website:** [https://kzsc.org](https://kzsc.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://kzsc.org/privacy-policy/](https://kzsc.org/privacy-policy/)

## Description

Student-powered radio from UC Santa Cruz. Stream live, browse shows, and find your new favorite show on KZSC 88.1 FM.

KZSC Radio is a FREE internet radio app for 88.1 FM - Santa Cruz's community radio station featuring award-winning music, UCSC sports, local news, and conversation that actually makes you think.

We rebuilt the app from the ground up with a new design and new features. Stream live in high or low quality, see what's playing right now, browse the full show schedule, listen to two weeks of archives, and discover your new favorite DJ. A mini player keeps the music going while you explore.

KZSC plays seamlessly wherever you are - CarPlay support for the road, Lock Screen controls so you never have to unlock your phone, and Dynamic Island integration to keep now-playing info always within reach.

KZSC is a listener-supported, noncommercial station operated by the University of California, Santa Cruz.

## Rankings

- #316,646 — Overall

## Review summary

Users love KZSC Radio for easy, on-the-go listening, playlist/track info, and background audio. The app’s layout is praised and updates have improved reliability. Recurrent issues include missing playback controls (no off button), streams failing on newer iOS versions, and occasional crashes/quit problems. There are longstanding requests for an iPad interface and broader feature improvements (e.g., a DJ line link). Overall, fans value the app but want modernization and stability enhancements to keep up with current iOS and usage expectations.

### Pros

- Allows live streaming of KZSC on the go.
- Playlist, track/show info, and a second stream enhance the listening experience.
- Clean layout and easy-to-use interface.
- Background audio support enabling listening while using other apps.

### Cons

- No off button / lack of basic playback controls.
- Streams broken or not working on newer iOS versions / outdated compatibility.
- Crashes or quit/exit problems requiring reboot.
- Requests for an iPad interface and improved mobile features (e.g., enhanced UI)

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