Y2K FM
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| Broadcast area | London |
|---|---|
| Frequency | 90.6 FM |
| Programming | |
| Format | UK Garage, Jungle Music, Dancehall, Hip Hop, |
| History | |
First air date | 2000-2008 as a pirate station |
History
London-based Y2K FM 90.6 (Yours 2 Keep) began broadcasting in early 2000 on the 90.6 frequency modulation which was formerly occupied by Pulse FM (Jungle music), Chicago FM (House & Garage),[1] Cyndicut FM (Drum & Bass) and its predecessor Mission FM. Transmitting from north London as a pirate radio station to inner London city and the Greater London area.[2] They attracted a wide range of listeners also supporting local musical talent in north London as well as opening a pathway for up and coming talent from the council estates of London, Hertfordshire and Essex.
During their years of broadcast they mainly specialised in cutting edge UK Garage music, but also showcased the best DJs, MCs and performers from the UK Hip Hop, Bashment and Jungle Drum & Bass scenes.[3] They were one of the first pirate radio stations to play a spectrum of fresh UK underground music, dedicating Monday nights as a platform for the Jungle Drum & Bass scene calling it 'Manic Mondays' and the dedicating Thursdays to UK Hip Hop and R&B.[4] However, their main choice of specialism was UK Garage music. It was also the spiritual home of the infamous Heartless Crew who played regular shows on there for several years.
References
- ^ Page 316 - The Record Players: DJ Revolutionaries - By Bill Brewster, Frank Broughton - Black Cat Publications
- ^ Grime Kids: The Inside Story of the Global Grime Takeover, By DJ Target
- ^ Page 91 - The London Bible: A Guide to Living and Working in the Capital - Katherine Harlow, Katya Holloway
- ^ The Fader - Issues 18-20 - Page 108