Z-105 The Planet was the first commercial alternative radio station in Missouri. Created by Craig Campbell in the summer of 1991, The Planet rose from the ashes of a failed country format.Joe Kinder was the original Program Director of The Planet; and with Campbell, plus names like Adam West, Big Fun, The Daytripper, The Ghostman, John Lenac and Lance Manion lead the station to the ranks of a reporting station to R&R Alternative panel. With that, the perks of having your "playlist matter" reeled in top acts to venues such as La Boum, The Regency Showcase and even Jamaica's.Remember those awesome shows? Blind Melon, Live, Candlebox, PIL, B.A.D., Toad The Wet Sprocket, 311, Dead Milkmen, Thrill Kill Kult, Material Issue and tons of others?As with any radio station, the stories are endless and come from many points of view.If you remember The Planet, add us as your friend and submit your stories, photos and songs you remember - we'd love to put them on the page!
