106 KMEL is a heritage Bay Area radio station, legendary for not just playing the Best Hip Hop & R&B, but for its part in creating this format of music that has grown to international success. From Tupac and Aliyah who got their start on KMEL - Biggie and others... to 50 cent, E40, Dr. Dre and more. From the best local talent to the best loved national names in Hip Hop, 106 KMEL has you covered.