102.1 The Ville

102.1 The Ville, also known as WPRT-FM (102.5 MHz), is a United States-based urban adult contemporary format radio station licensed to Nashville, Tennessee, that focuses on a mix of classic and contemporary R&B, soul, and blues, positioning itself as a primary outlet for Nashville’s urban music scene. It has featured the Rickey Smiley Morning Show (a popular syndicated personality/show), broadening its entertainment content beyond just music. The station has branded itself around Nashville’s rich musical culture, focusing on beloved soul classics as well as more modern R&B hits. 102.1 The Ville often markets a “no-more-than 8 commercial minutes per hour” promise to ensure more continuous music for listeners. It also engages with listeners through contests, local community events, and online interaction.