New York, NY (June 16, 2008) - 101.9 RXP The New York Rock Experience today announced the addition of rock programming veteran Leslie Fram as Program Director. 

"We're excited to bring a true rock innovator and radio brand builder into the programming seat of 101.9 RXP," said Emmis New York Market Manager Dan Halyburton.  "RXP is breaking new ground in the radio industry and she is the perfect person to lead this unique brand to success."

"RXP truly reflects New York's vast musical heritage, while at the same time embracing new music and the evolving New York rock scene,"  said Leslie Fram.   "I can't think of a better place to take my experience and passion than this great rock brand and amazing city."

Fram began her career in progressive rock radio at WABB in Mobile, Al., which later became a powerhouse CHR for the Gulf Coast, as Program Director and afternoon drive talent.   She has spent the last 17 years at one of Alternative radio's premiere stations, 99X/Atlanta as Program Director and Co-Host of "The Morning X." 

101.9 RXP features a variety of rock from artists like Raconteurs, Bruce Springsteen, Elvis Costello, Coldplay, U2, Pearl Jam, Dave Matthews, The Police, Beck, Radiohead, Jimi Hendrix, Oasis, The Kooks, My Morning Jacket and REM.a playlist not determined by era, but rather by the acoustic quality of each song, as determined directly by on-air personalities and staff.