First FM

First FM refers to the first commercially licensed FM radio station in a given geographic area. This usually signifies a historical milestone in broadcasting. The specifics of what constituted "first" can vary depending on the licensing regulations and the scope of the geographic area (e.g., city, state, country). It represents the introduction of frequency modulation (FM) technology to the commercial radio market in that location. Identification of the "First FM" station often involves researching broadcast history, regulatory records, and historical archives. The claim to being "First FM" can sometimes be contested if records are incomplete or if different criteria are used for determining the first licensee.