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Carol Vorderman returns to radio with weekly LBC show
Carol Vorderman is joining LBC full time to host a new Sunday programme after covering shows on the station. The broadcaster, known for her time on Countdown, left her show on BBC Radio Wales in December after disagreeing with the corporation’s social media policy.Publication date: 11.01.2024
Vernon Kay announces month-long line-up for Radio 2’s Piano Room
A month of Piano Room performances return to BBC Radio 2 for February featuring 20 artists singing live accompanied by the BBC Concert Orchestra from London’s BBC Maida Vale studios. Vernon Kay announced the feature during his mid-morning show on Wednesday.Publication date: 10.01.2024
Clash of the Pirates as Johnnie Walker and Tony Blackburn go head to head on BBC Radio 2
This year marks 60 years since Radio Caroline started broadcasting and BBC Radio 2 is to air a special show with Johnnie Walker and Tony Blackburn.Publication date: 10.01.2024
New Drivetime presenter line-up for BBC Radio Scotland
Martin Geissler is to host Drivetime on BBC Radio Scotland for three days a week following the departure of John Beattie. Fiona Stalker will continue to present the show on Thursdays and Fridays, with Martin taking on Monday to Wednesday.Publication date: 10.01.2024
Nothing But Thieves to play exclusive gig for Radio X
Radio X has secured Nothing But Thieves to play an exclusive gig for fans in London later this month. The gig will take place at O2 Forum, Kentish Town on 31st January 2024. Nothing But Thieves are currently touring the UK, Europe and South America and are lined up to play festivals this Summer.Publication date: 10.01.2024
Bauer to rebrand heritage FM stations in England and Wales to Hits Radio
Free Radio, Gem Radio, Hallam FM, Lincs FM, Metro Radio, Pulse 1, Radio City, Rock FM, Signal 1, TFM, Viking FM and Wave Swansea are rebranding to Hits Radio. The news has been announced to staff this morning with 15 radio stations in total making the switch in April 2024.Publication date: 10.01.2024
Paddy Power announces sponsorship of The Ryan Tubridy Show live on Virgin Radio
Paddy Power is the new sponsor of The Ryan Tubridy Show on Virgin Radio UK. The new 12-month partnership was revealed live on air last Thursday lunchtime when Paddy Power himself joined Ryan in the studio in London to break the news.Publication date: 09.01.2024
Radiocentre: 2024 is a year of opportunity for radio
Radiocentre Chief Executive Officer Matt Payton writes about the 12 months ahead for radio. “A new year always provides a sense of opportunity and a new start.Publication date: 09.01.2024
Fleur East talks about pregnancy on return to Hits Radio
Fleur East was back on her Hits Radio Breakfast Show this morning for the first time since announcing the news about her pregnancy!Publication date: 08.01.2024
Steve Lamacq and Huw Stephens to take new 6 Music shows on road
To celebrate Independent Venue Week 2024, Steve Lamacq and Huw Stephens are to take their new BBC Radio 6 Music shows on the road.Publication date: 08.01.2024
