Croydon FM
Croydon FM is a community radio station based in Croydon, broadcasting from the heart of Croydon on 97.8 FM to London and online.[1] The station began in 2018 as an online only radio service prior to acquiring its community radio license from Ofcom in May 2020, launching the FM service in September 2021.[2] [3] The station's programming includes R&B, Hip-Hop, Afrobeats, Dancehall, House, and Garage music genres.[4]
Croydon FM serves the culturally and ethnically diverse community of Croydon and surrounding areas. It provides a platform for local music talent as well as taking part in community outreach; at the core of Croydon FM’s operation is a community of local people.[5][6]
Former guests on Croydon FM include Craig David, Coco Jones, Levi Roots and Donae'o.
References
- ↑ "Home Page". Croydon FM.
- ↑ "Ofcom awards six new community radio licences (May 2020)". Ofcom. Retrieved 12 May 2020.
- ↑ "Croydon FM Has Officially Been Granted FM Status By Ofcom". Complex UK. Retrieved 18 May 2021.
- ↑ "Croydon radio station announces FM status after Ofcom grants licence". SW Londoner. 21 May 2021. Retrieved 21 May 2021.
- ↑ "Croydon's first official community radio station goes live on FM". Inside Croydon. 14 September 2021. Retrieved 14 September 2021.
- ↑ "Six new community radio licences awarded by Ofcom". Radio Today. 12 May 2020. Retrieved 12 May 2020.
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Coordinates: 51°27′49″N 0°06′44″W / 51.4635°N 0.1123°W
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