WRAT-FM (Belmar, NJ)

WRAT, known as "The Rat" and broadcasting at 95.9 FM, is a rock radio station based in Point Pleasant, New Jersey. The station's studios and transmitter are situated in the Borough of Lake Como, New Jersey. It is operated by Greater Media.

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#619610

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#169029

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#2244

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WRAT's Favorite S#!t On The Show - AI Announcers, Kids Stepping Up, and The Ocean Avenue Stompers Stop By

1 week ago | wrat.com | Carl Craft

So much s#!t in such a short week! First, we have AI announcers reading names off a college graduation.
Jerry Cantrell Announces 20-City U.S. Tour with Filter as Support Act

2 weeks ago | wrat.com | Laura Adkins

The guitar master from Alice in Chains starts his U.S. run on August 16 in San Diego. His new work, I Want Blood, takes center stage, and Filter introduces the crowd each night for this four-week tour. Before now, Cantrell released six albums with Alice in Chains and four solo albums. The shows run coast to coast, and stops include Anaheim, Dallas, and Minneapolis. The final stop hits the Uptown Theater in Kansas City on September 14.
Rare Jimi Hendrix and Pink Floyd Interview Tape Set to Lead £17,000 Music Memorabilia Sale

2 weeks ago | wrat.com | Laura Adkins

A hidden audio gem from 1967 will hit the auction block at Ewbank's in Surrey on May 22. This three-minute chat with Jimi Hendrix and Pink Floyd's Richard Wright could fetch £17,000 for its full set of items. John Altman, who shot to fame as "Nasty" Nick Cotton in EastEnders, caught this slice of music history as a teen at Central Hall, Chatham, on December 1, 1967. "We arrived early at Chatham, Central Hall, and helped the roadies carry in the gear.
ENTER TO WIN: WRATFEST 2025 TICKETS

3 weeks ago | wrat.com | Rob Cochran

WRATFEST 2025 with Volbeat, Halestorm, and The Ghost InsideFor the WRATFEST Contest, enter between May 14 at 5pm, 2025 and August 3 at 11:59pm, 2025 by visiting wrat.com and completing the online entry form. Station will randomly select winner on August 4, 2025 and upon verification, will receive two (2) tickets to WRATFEST featuring VOLBEAT, Halestorm, & The Ghost Inside at PNC Bank Arts Center on Sunday August 10th, 2025. The Approximate Retail Value (“ARV”) is $162.
ENTER TO WIN: Pocono Raceway Tickets

3 weeks ago | wrat.com | Rob Cochran

Enter down below for a chance to win a pair of tickets to Pocono Raceway The Tricky Triangle on Nascar Race Weekend June 20th-22th 2025!
Alice in Chains Cancels Show Due to ‘Medical Emergency’

4 weeks ago | wrat.com | Erica Banas

Alice in Chains hit a bit of a hiccup last night (May 8) and had to cancel their show at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Conn. The band shared in a statement on X (formerly Twitter), "After our soundcheck this evening at the Mohegan Sun Arena, Sean experienced a non-life-threatening medical emergency. We unfortunately have to cancel tonight’s show. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.
WRAT's Favorite S#!t On The Show - Meth Smoking Raccoon, Pinball Wizard, Tire Suppliers & "RAT" Smasher

4 weeks ago | wrat.com | Carl Craft

Who says Carl & Gotts get to have all the fun? Sometimes police need a good laugh, and they got it when they witnessed a raccoon trying to smoke a meth pipe in a wanted woman's car! Also, "PINBALL WIZAHD", Roger Daughtry yells at an old woman at an acoustic performance for shouting at his show.
Memorial Day Deals At Gold Coast Cadillac

1 month ago | wrat.com | Carl Craft

Carl Craft stopped by Gold Coast Cadillac in Oakhurst and talked to Dealer/Partner Bill Camastro about their amazing Memorial Day deals. Electric vehicles are hot right now, and Gold Coast has deals on the Lyriq, Optiq, Vistiq and Escalade IQ. They also have deals on their gas powered options, including the 2025 Escalade with the wrapped around dashboard. If you were thinking about a Cadillac, now might be the time to buy.
The Rat's Newest Podcast Is The Rat's Oddcast With Jimmy & Jackie

1 month ago | wrat.com | Jimmy Steal

For what seems like forever, my friend and coworker for 16 years, Snackie Jackie Farago and I have discussed how our wacky, deep conversations about absurd topics should be either on the radio or a podcast. Well thanks to our parent company, Beasley Media's desire for more content for our listeners, we finally have done it! Behold The Rat's Oddcast. My favorite part of the Oddcast, and hopefully yours as well, is that there are no rules. No topic is to odd, stupid, or pointless.
ENTER TO WIN: Monmouth Park Passes

1 month ago | wrat.com | Rob Cochran

Live racing is back at Monmouth Park Racetrack!Beginning Saturday, May 10th enjoy Opening Day as we kick off a season filled with family fun, food festivals, and live racing – all summer long. Continue the Shore’s greatest tradition and celebrate Mother’s Day at the track Sunday, May 11th. Free admission for all ladies. Your best bet for summertime family fun is at Monmouth Park Racetrack. Enter down below for a chance to win a 4 pack of passes to Monmouth Park Racetrack.