Salem Communications Schedules Third Quarter 2008 Earnings Release and Teleconference

CAMARILLO, CA -- (MARKET WIRE) -- 10/20/08 -- Salem Communications Corporation (NASDAQ: SALM), a leading U.S. radio broadcaster, Internet content provider, magazine and book publisher targeting audiences interested in Christian and family-themed content and conservative values, today announced that it plans to report its third quarter 2008 financial results after the market closes on November 7, 2008.

The company also plans to host a teleconference to discuss its results on November 7, 2008 at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. To access the teleconference, please dial (973) 582-2717 or listen via the investor relations portion of the company's website, located at www.salem.cc.

A replay of the teleconference will be available through November 21, 2008 and can be heard by dialing (706) 645-9291, pass code 69941003 or on the investor relations portion of the company's website, located at www.salem.cc.

In addition to its radio properties, Salem owns Salem Radio Network®, which syndicates talk, news and music programming to approximately 2,000 affiliates; Salem Radio Representatives™, a national radio advertising sales force; Salem Web Network™, a leading Internet provider of Christian content and online streaming; and Salem Publishing™, a leading publisher of Christian-themed magazines. Upon the close of all announced transactions, the company will own 95 radio stations, including 60 stations in 23 of the top 25 markets. Additional information about Salem may be accessed at the company's website, www.salem.cc.

Company Contact:
Tomasita Solis
Salem Communications
(805) 987-0400 ext. 1067
tomasitaa@salem.cc