Q Radio
| Broadcast area | London |
|---|---|
| Frequency | Channel 0181 Sky Channel 716 Freeview Channel 878 Virgin Media DAB Digital Radio (London) |
| Programming | |
| Format | Rock, Alternative rock |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Bauer Verlagsgruppe |
| History | |
First air date | 2 June 2008 |
| Links | |
| Website | www.qthemusic.com/qradio |
Q Radio is a digital radio station, broadcasting on DAB in London, digital television across the UK and online. The station launched in June 2008 as an alternative to the UK's rock and alternative stations, with a strong relationship with Q magazine.[1]
History
After running for several years as an online digital jukebox, former controller of 6Music and Capital Radio, Ric Blaxill was recruited to form a full station.
Q Radio launched on DAB in London in June 2008 with a full schedule. Live shows include QPM with Samanthi (formerly of XFM) and comedian and 2008 If.comeddies nominee Russell Kane. Co-founder of Acid Jazz records Eddie Piller also presents a weekly show.
The station launched with a Coldplay interview where Chris Martin revealed the band planned to release sessions with Kylie Minogue[2]. The first song played on the station was Rocks by Primal Scream Other guests for interviews and sessions have included The Futureheads, The Young Knives and We Are Scientists.
The October 2008 Rajar, covering the first period of Q's relaunch saw the station increase reach by 53,000 listeners, to 330,000.[3]
Current Presenters
Samanthi
Adam Catterall
Jim Coulson
Lynsey Hooper
Russell Kane
Eddie Piller
David Quantick
Paul Rees
Mark Somers
Vicky Warham
See also
External links
References
- ^ http://www.brandrepublic.com/News/782926/Bauer-plans-Q-Radio-hires-ex-BBC-man-Blaxhill/
- ^ BBC - Kylie song 'too hot' for Coldplay http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/7433519.stm
- ^ Latest Rajar figures http://www.rajar.co.uk/listening/quarterly_listening.php