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Virgin Radio 🇬🇧

United Kingdom

Music

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📖 Virgin Radio About

Virgin Radio began in the United Kingdom in 1993 as Virgin 1215, broadcasting on medium wave (AM). Chris Evans' personality heavily influenced its early success. In 2000, Scottish Media Group (SMG), later Global, acquired Virgin Radio UK. Global rebranded it as Absolute Radio in 2008. However, the Virgin Group retained the Virgin Radio brand rights, licensing it globally, leading to stations in Canada, the UAE, Lebanon, Italy and France. These stations feature varied formats like Contemporary Hit Radio (CHR), pop-rock, and rock, depending on the target audience. Virgin Radio Italia focuses on rock music. All stations maintain a robust online presence, including websites, social media, and streaming options. Virgin Radio stations run promotions and events to engage listeners.

Why Should I Listen to Virgin Radio?

  • 1Global brand of radio stations, licensed from the Virgin Group
  • 2Varied formats, from Top 40/CHR (Contemporary Hit Radio) to Rock
  • 3Stations feature DJs and presenters who host shows throughout the day
  • 4Stations run promotions, contests, and events to engage listeners
  • 5Strong online presence, including websites, social media accounts, and streaming options

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about this radio station.

What is Virgin Radio?

Virgin Radio began in the United Kingdom in 1993 as Virgin 1215, broadcasting on medium wave (AM). Chris Evans' personality heavily influenced its early success. In 2000, Scottish Media Group (SMG), later Global, acquired Virgin Radio UK. Global rebranded it as Absolute Radio in 2008. However, the Virgin Group retained the Virgin Radio brand rights, licensing it globally, leading to stations in Canada, the UAE, Lebanon, Italy and France. These stations feature varied formats like Contemporary Hit Radio (CHR), pop-rock, and rock, depending on the target audience. Virgin Radio Italia focuses on rock music. All stations maintain a robust online presence, including websites, social media, and streaming options. Virgin Radio stations run promotions and events to engage listeners.

Why should I listen to Virgin Radio?

1. Global brand of radio stations, licensed from the Virgin Group 2. Varied formats, from Top 40/CHR (Contemporary Hit Radio) to Rock 3. Stations feature DJs and presenters who host shows throughout the day 4. Stations run promotions, contests, and events to engage listeners 5. Strong online presence, including websites, social media accounts, and streaming options

What genre does Virgin Radio broadcast?

Virgin Radio broadcasts in Music.

Which country does Virgin Radio broadcast from?

Virgin Radio is a radio station based in United Kingdom.

How can I listen to Virgin Radio online?

Click the "Listen Live" button above to start streaming instantly. Use the share buttons to spread the word or save the QR code for quick mobile access.

📻 Technical Information

Country:🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Genre:Music
Format:Live Stream
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