Garth Brooks’ Sevens Network has agreed to buy the 100.1 FM frequency occupied by Nashville’s Lightning 100, with plans to launch a country station called FM-100. Lightning 100’s independent music programming would move to 106.3 FM and 102.5 HD3 through a partnership with Cromwell Media Nashville.
The sale requires approval from the Federal Communications Commission. Until the transaction closes and the transition is complete, Lightning 100 will continue broadcasting on 100.1 FM.
Where Lightning 100 Will Move
The agreement gives Brooks a place on Nashville’s FM dial while preserving Lightning 100’s programming at new frequencies. Tuned In Broadcasting, the station’s owner, announced the arrangement Nov. 10.
Lester Turner, president of Tuned In Broadcasting and Lightning 100, said the station’s familiar programming would continue through the Cromwell partnership, according to MusicRow’s report on the agreement. Turner purchased the station in 1993.
Lightning 100’s mix of established and emerging artists has also made room for Nashville musicians through local music features, studio performances and programs including “The 615,” “Nashville Sunday Night” and “Music Business Radio.” The station created the Live on the Green concert series.
Listeners can continue using the station’s app during the transition. Its listening guide also explains its streaming and smart-speaker options.
What Garth Brooks Plans for FM-100
Brooks describes the proposed station as a combination of country music and local service. In an announcement on his website, he outlined plans to play artists from across country music’s history, including women from earlier generations alongside contemporary performers.
The station would also carry information about Nashville events and resources for visitors. Brooks says FM-100 has reached an agreement with Nashville Severe Weather to interrupt regular programming with weather information.
The idea began in 2025 when Brooks encountered an old fundraising post from Lightning 100. He initially thought the pandemic-era appeal was current. Conversations with the station’s owner eventually led to the proposed frequency purchase.
For listeners, the immediate instruction is to keep tuning to 100.1 FM. Lightning 100 has said it will announce when to switch to the new frequencies.