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For the seventh consecutive year, Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody has been voted the greatest hit of the 70s, 80s and 90s by Greatest Hits Radio listeners.

The number one was announced by Simon Mayo on his Drivetime show this afternoon. This year’s annual countdown saw more than 21,000 votes cast by listeners for their favourite tracks.
Brian May thanked fans for their continued support, saying that it isn’t taken for granted. Roger Taylor added that they are delighted that people still love their song.
This year’s Top 500 chart featured 84 new entries, 205 songs climbing, 208 descending, and three staying in the same position. Black Sabbath’s Paranoid entered at 182 following the death of Ozzy Osbourne, while Oasis tracks climbs with Don’t Look Back In Anger rising 410 places and Champagne Supernova up 114.
David Bowie, Earth Wind & Fire, and U2 had the most new entries, each with three additional songs compared to last year.
Kate Bush is the highest-placed female solo artist with Wuthering Heights at number three, while Prince’s When Doves Cry is the top male solo entry at number four.
Queen leads the chart with 13 entries, followed by David Bowie and George Michael with 12 each, and Elton John with 10.
You can see the full Top 500 chart here.
A special documentary, The Story of Bohemian Rhapsody, narrated by Claire Sturgess and featuring interviews with Brian May and Roger Taylor, is available exclusively on the Rayo app, ahead of its broadcast on Greatest Hits Radio at 4pm this Sunday, 2nd November.
You can also hear the full Top 500 for 30 days via the Rayo app, with Premium subscribers able to listen on the exclusive Top 500 station.

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A new Christmas radio station is going live across North Yorkshire on DAB digital radio from Saturday 1st November.

Your Christmas will play non-stop Christmas music and share snippets about seasonal events and activities happening across the county, powered by Visit North Yorkshire.
The station will encourage listeners to explore North Yorkshire’s festive offerings, from local markets to Christmas lights.
Your Christmas is being launched by Your Media Group, the company behind Your Harrogate, Your Skipton and Your Ilkley.
Managing Director Adam Daniel told RadioToday: “There’s something truly special about hearing Christmas music back on the radio — and now everyone across North Yorkshire can join in the fun by tuning in via their DAB radio.
“We know our listeners love this time of year, and Your Christmas is here to make it sound even better.”

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Magic Classical has teamed up with Dogs Trust to launch a dedicated radio station designed to help calm pets during Bonfire Night week.

Following the success of last year’s Calming Pet Sounds playlist, the new pop-up station – also called Calming Pet Sounds – launches tomorrow, Saturday 1st November and will run for seven days.
It will feature a continuous mix of soothing classical pieces created to ease the stress of fireworks for dogs and provide comfort for their owners.
The music has been carefully chosen to create a peaceful atmosphere, supporting pets who may struggle with loud noises during the celebrations.
The station is available through the Rayo app on iOS and Android, online at hellorayo.co.uk, and via smart speakers.
To mark the launch, Magic Classical is offering a three-month free trial for new Rayo Premium users signing up with the code PETS25.

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STV Radio has announced three new presenters for its 2026 launch, with Jane McCarry, Micky Gavin and Jodie McCluskey joining the station.

Jane McCarry, best known for playing Isa Drennan in Still Game, will co-host a new weekend show with presenter Micky Gavin. Their show, Micky and McCarry, will air every Saturday morning from 9am to midday.
The pair will also be stand-in hosts for Ewen and Cat on Breakfast, when they are away.
Speaking about her new role, Jane said: “To get the chance to gab to folk from all over Scotland, play some cracking tunes, and have a cairry oan with Mickey over a roll and sausage on a Saturday morning is literally as good as life gets at 55. I cannae wait.”
Micky added: “Working with Jane is going to be a hoot. We met for the first time a few months ago and hit it off instantly. It feels like I’m joining the radio equivalent of The Avengers.”
In addition to his weekend show, Micky Gavin will host weekday evenings 6pm to 10pm, while Jodie McCluskey takes on the late-night slot from 10pm to 1am, Monday to Thursday.
Jodie, who previously hosted MFR’s breakfast show, said: “I’m thrilled to be part of the new STV Radio family and can’t wait to get started alongside such a talented line-up.”
STV Radio says these latest signings bring further depth to its on-air team, combining household names with familiar radio voices ahead of its launch next year.

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Channel 103 has joined forces with ferry operator DFDS to launch Channel Christmas, the Channel Islands’ first radio station dedicated to non-stop festive favourites.

The Christmas-themed sister station to Channel 103 and Island FM is live now and will be on air until 27th December.
Channel 103 Breakfast Presenter Peter Mac said: “We know how much our listeners love the festive season and we’re thrilled to be giving them the Christmas feeling 24 hours a day and I get to wear my Christmas jumpers even more this year!”
DFDS Route Director Chris Parker said: “Christmas is a special time for islanders as well as our teams on board and in port, so we’re delighted to team up with Channel 103 for the perfect Christmas soundtrack.

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A new station dedicated to the art of the soundtrack composer is launching on Friday 31st October.

Soundtrack Radio will celebrate music from film, television, anime and video games, broadcasting orchestral and cinematic scores 24 hours a day.
The station comes from Atlantic Screen Group, the international music publisher known for specialising in original film and TV scores. Its launch marks the company’s expansion into radio, highlighting composers and the music that brings stories to life on screen.
Atlantic Screen Group Chairman and former Classic FM Programme Director Steve Orchard said: “It has been a long-term ambition at Atlantic Screen Music to create a radio station that focusses exclusively on the art of the soundtrack composer.
“It’s a real thrill to air this inspiring music in a radio context. Our first objective is to bring the world’s most beautiful music to audiences in a way which brings calm, reflection, and inspiration.”
He added that the partnership with John Dash Media has helped shape the new service, with plans to deepen appreciation of composers and their work over time.
The first jingles for Soundtrack Radio have been created by movie composer Hugo de Chaire. Launch activity includes a Halloween horror-themed special and listener prizes of signed limited-edition vinyl copies of Edo Van Breemon’s soundtrack for The Monkey.
Soundtrack Radio can be heard at soundtrackradio.co.uk and via the Android app, with iOS and Alexa access coming soon.

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