ENGLISH RADIO
English-language radio is the largest category globally — spanning every genre and format from BBC World Service journalism to American college radio, Australian Triple J to Nigerian Pidgin English stations. The sheer volume means there is an English station for virtually any taste.
English radio spans hugely different cultures — American, British, Australian, Nigerian, Indian, Caribbean, and more. Same language, very different sonic identities.
Broadcasting from United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Nigeria, India, South Africa.
ALL ENGLISH STATIONS
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Canada.
Calmradio Rossini broadcasts classical music at a low energy level from Canada. The station streams at 128kbps MP3 and is currently new and in popularity
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
Australian Digital Radio Network - Country Hits of 2018 broadcasts country music from the year 2018. The station operates at a bitrate of 128kbps MP3 and is located in Sydney, NSW
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
Coles Radio broadcasts contemporary music in the New South Wales and Australian Capital Territory regions. The station primarily features a mix of pop music, streaming at 96kbps MP3 quality
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
Totally Radio - 70s broadcasts music exclusively from the 1970s. Based in Australia, it streams at 128kbps MP3 quality. The station is and focuses on a niche audience interested in 70s music
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The Russian Federation.
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland.
Hospital Radio Hillingdon broadcasts from London, England, primarily serving patients in local healthcare facilities. The station operates as a community radio, offering a mix of programming tailored to the needs of its audience. It streams at 128kbps MP3 and has a focus on hospital-related content
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
STA FM broadcasts on 91.9 FM from Inverell, New South Wales, Australia. This community radio station features a mix of music and miscellaneous content, serving the local audience with a variety of programming
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
LiSTNR - 60s Hits broadcasts a selection of music from the 1960s, focusing on easy listening tracks. The station streams at 130kbps AAC and is available locally in Australia. It has a low energy level, suitable for relaxed listening
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
Australian Digital Radio Network - Chill and Ambient broadcasts low-energy ambient music at 128kbps. Based in Sydney, NSW, it focuses on a chill listening experience suitable for relaxation. The station is and has not yet gained widespread popularity
Prominent English-language broadcasting from France.
Modular-Station is a new radio station based in France that focuses on ambient and electronic music, emphasizing modular synthesis and experimental sounds. It streams at 192kbps AAC and targets listeners interested in high-energy techno and sound exploration
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
Smooth FM 91.5 broadcasts easy listening music from Melbourne, Australia. The station operates at a low energy level and streams at 96kbps MP3. It is a commercial station with a focus on providing a relaxed listening experience
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United States Of America.
KCCU 89.3 is a public radio station broadcasting from Lawton, Oklahoma, featuring a talk format primarily focused on NPR content. The station operates at a streaming quality of 96kbps MP3. Its official website is kccu.org
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United States Of America.
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United Kingdom Of Great Britain And Northern Ireland.
Subtle Radio is a community radio station based in London, UK, focusing on a variety of music. The station streams at 192kbps MP3 and is aiming to connect with local audiences through diverse content
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
The Australian Digital Radio Network - George Michael focuses exclusively on the music of George Michael. Streaming at 128kbps MP3, it is based in Sydney, NSW, and operates locally. The station does not currently have listener data available
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Uganda.
Jewish Music broadcasts from Uganda, offering a selection of music primarily in English. The station streams at 128kbps MP3 and has local broadcast coordinates. There is no available listener data to indicate its popularity
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United States Of America.
Phone Losers of America is a prank call radio station located in New Mexico, USA. It streams at 64kbps MP3 and focuses on entertaining prank calls, reflecting a distinct comedic style
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United States Of America.
WYXR broadcasts from Tennessee, focusing on arts and culture with a freeform format. The station streams at 128kbps MP3 and has no available listener data
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
RPP FM broadcasts at 98.7 FM from Mornington, Melbourne, focusing on community radio content. The station operates with a 128kbps MP3 stream, catering to local listeners in English. Its homepage is rppfm.com.au
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Canada.
CHSR-FM 97.9 is a campus radio station located in New Brunswick, Canada. It serves as a platform for college and community programming, focusing on diverse content. The station broadcasts in English at a quality of 128kbps MP3
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United States Of America.
Global Community Radio 2 (GCR-2) broadcasts eclectic programming with a focus on international and world music. The station streams in 128kbps MP3 format from the United States, offering a variety of content without specific listener data available
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
Australian Digital Radio Network - Aussie Indie Music broadcasts a selection of independent music from Australia. The station streams at 128kbps MP3 quality and has a focus on Australian indie music. It is located in Sydney, NSW and operates in English
Prominent English-language broadcasting from Australia.
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United States Of America.
KUVO is a public radio station based in Denver, Colorado, focusing on jazz and mixed content. It streams at 128 kbps AAC+ and serves a local audience. The station's homepage can be found at www.kuvo.org
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The Philippines.
UFM 105.5 broadcasts adult hits music from Mabalacat, Philippines. The station streams at 128kbps AAC and operates in English. Its website is www.1055ufm.ph
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United States Of America.
The Peach WKLF 95.5 broadcasts adult contemporary music from Clanton, Alabama. The station features an eclectic mix of oldies and retro tracks, appealing to a diverse audience in the Birmingham area. It streams at 128kbps MP3 quality
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United States Of America.
Prominent English-language broadcasting from The United States Of America.
WLRH 89.3 FM HD3 broadcasts talk radio content, focusing on NPR programming. Located in Huntsville, Alabama, it operates as a public radio station. The stream quality is 128kbps AAC
COUNTRIES BROADCASTING IN ENGLISH
POPULAR ENGLISH RADIO GENRES
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Which countries have the most English-language radio stations?
The United States leads by volume, followed by the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, India, Nigeria, and South Africa. English-language broadcasting is also significant in Kenya, the Philippines, and many Caribbean nations.
How does English radio differ between countries?
Dramatically — British radio has a strong public service tradition (BBC). American radio is format-driven and commercial. Australian radio prizes indie music discovery. Nigerian English radio often incorporates Pidgin and local cultural references. The language is shared but the cultures are distinct.
Are there English-language radio stations for learning English?
BBC Learning English and VOA Learning English produce radio content specifically for language learners. Beyond that, listening to general English radio at various speeds and accents is one of the best immersion techniques for improving listening comprehension.