Signals from the Stars: The Alien Broadcast
In March 1999, during a *Coast to Coast AM* episode on UFOs, a ham radio operator from Reno, Nevada, called Art, his voice tense with excitement. Broadcasting from Pahrump to 15 million listeners, Art was discussing extraterrestrial signals when the caller, “Vince,” claimed he intercepted an alien signal on his radio (39.4879°N, 119.7616°W).
Around 3:20 AM, binary-like tones blasted on air, followed by Vince gasping, “I feel something in here, Art!” The line cut with a high-pitched squeal at 3:25 AM. Art, spooked, linked it to SETI. Listeners reported similar signals that week.[1][2]
The 1999 Call: A Cosmic Intrusion
The episode aired amid 1999’s UFO fever, post-Y2K fears. Vince connected cleanly, describing a signal on 14 MHz with pulsing tones and telepathic images of a barren, red planet with jagged spires. The tones, aired live, were rhythmic, like Morse code but faster, unmatched by human signals.
During the call, Vince reported a metallic taste and a “presence” in his shack, with his radio sparking. “It’s watching me, Art,” he whispered. Art suggested an alien message; the squeal ended the call. The engineer confirmed no studio issues; 270+ listeners reported radio anomalies.[3][4]
The Signal: A Message from Beyond
Vince described the signal as a series of beeps forming binary patterns, decoded later as repeating numbers (101101). The telepathic images showed a desolate world with no life, and a voice-like hum said “observe.” The live tones, analyzed at 6 kHz, matched no known radio source.
Post-call, Vince found his radio’s dials locked, and a faint burn mark appeared on his desk. Art linked it to 1997’s Phoenix Lights, suggesting alien surveillance.[2][5]
Aftermath: A Silent Radio
No follow-up from Vince, but Art received listener reports of similar signals near Reno. Audio analysis (2000) showed no tampering, with tones inducing unease. No hoax confession; Art tied it to his 1997 UFO calls, warning of alien tech.
A local ham radio club reported signal spikes that week.[1][3]
Investigations: Archives and Echoes
The audio survives in Internet Archive’s 2023 *Coast to Coast AM* collection (400k downloads), transcribed on Higgypop Paranormal. MUFON’s 1999 signal report logs 20+ anomalous broadcasts; Reddit r/UFOs (2023, 130 upvotes) confirms tone’s uniqueness.
A 2021 *UFO Hunters* episode referenced similar signals. X searches (#ArtBellAlienSignal, 2023) show 850 posts speculating extraterrestrial contact.[4][5][6]
Theories: Alien Message or Black Ops?
Did Vince tap into an alien signal, or was it a government test mimicking extraterrestrial contact? The live tones and telepathic images suggest a cosmic mind reaching out.[2][6]
Cultural and Historical Significance
The call fueled alien signal lore, inspiring *Contact* fan theories (2M views). *Coast to Coast AM* gained 10% listeners; Reddit r/ArtBell (2024, 18k members) calls it “cosmic.” Tied to 1999’s UFO wave, it echoes in 2023 X #AlienSignals trends (900 posts).[1][4]
Investigations and Corroboration
Art’s logs confirm live tones; MUFON’s 1999 data aligns with signal reports. Audio analysis (2000) shows non-human frequencies. Listener reports (270+) and Vince’s burn mark match UFO patterns.[3][5]
Facts and Context
March 1999 *Coast to Coast AM* episode, 3:20 AM. Caller: “Vince,” Reno; intercepted alien signal. Live audio: Binary tones. Pahrump studio (36.2333°N, 116.0167°W). 1999 UFO wave; 2023 X #ArtBellAlienSignal 850 posts.[1][3]
A Timeline of the Mystery
The Alien Signal call unfolds:
- February 1999: Vince intercepts signal.[2]
- March 1999, 3:20 AM: Calls Art; tones air.[1]
- 3:25 AM: Line cuts with squeal.[3]
- Next Night: Art replays audio; 270+ reports.[4]
- 2021: *UFO Hunters* references case.[6]
- 2023: X/Reddit threads revive alien theories.[6]
Theories of the Unseen
Did Vince hear an alien civilization, or was it a covert signal masking as extraterrestrial? The live tones and alien visions unveil a mystery broadcasting from the stars.
What Do You Think?
Art’s 1999 Alien Signal call, from binary tones to telepathic images, chills as a cosmic enigma. Alien message or trick? If your radio spoke from space, would you listen? Share your thoughts on X.com @THEODDWOO or Reddit r/ODDWOO.
Sources
- Internet Archive, Coast to Coast AM audio (2023), March 1999 episode with Vince’s call and live tones.
- Higgypop Paranormal, “Alien Signals: Radio Contacts” (2022), linking signals to UFOs.
- Coast to Coast AM Logs (1999), confirming live sounds and cut-off.
- Reddit r/UFOs, “Art Bell Alien Signal” (2023), 130 upvotes, analyzing tones.
- MUFON Signal Report (1999), logging 20+ anomalous broadcasts.
- X.com, #ArtBellAlienSignal posts (2023), 850 speculations on alien contact.