Heart frequency & live stream

Heart is one of the United Kingdom’s largest commercial radio networks, owned and operated by Global. Aimed at a broad adult audience, it plays melodic pop hits from the 1990s to today under its long-running “feel good” positioning.

History

The first Heart station launched in Birmingham in September 1994 as one of the new regional commercial licences of the era, followed by Heart 106.2 in London in 1995. After Global acquired the brand’s owner Chrysalis Radio in 2007 and later GCap Media, dozens of local and regional stations across England, Wales and Scotland were rebranded as Heart, turning it into a quasi-national network with networked programming from London. Spin-off stations such as Heart 80s, Heart 90s and Heart Dance have since launched on digital platforms.

Format and programming

Heart’s output is built on familiar, upbeat pop and adult contemporary hits, with an emphasis on songs that test well across a wide audience. National shows are anchored by well-known television and radio personalities, with the breakfast show among the most listened-to commercial programmes in the UK. Regional variations provide local news, traffic and advertising, while competitions and entertainment news are woven through the daytime schedule.

Reach

Heart broadcasts on FM frequencies across much of the United Kingdom, nationally on DAB digital radio, and online through Global Player. Combined with its decade-themed spin-offs, the Heart brand reaches many millions of listeners weekly and regularly ranks among the biggest commercial radio brands in the country.

Significance

Heart illustrates the networked model that reshaped British commercial radio, replacing dozens of heritage local stations with a single national brand. Its consistent mainstream format has made it a benchmark for adult contemporary radio in the UK and a major commercial competitor to the BBC’s popular networks.

Sources

• Official site: https://www.heart.co.uk
• Radio Browser: https://www.radio-browser.info

Heart: frequently asked questions

What frequency is Heart on?

Heart London is on 106.2 FM. Elsewhere Heart uses local FM frequencies that vary by region, and it is also on DAB digital radio and online via Global Player — the official Heart website has a postcode checker for your area.

Which country is Heart from?

Heart is a radio station from the United Kingdom, headquartered in London, United Kingdom. It broadcasts in English.

Who owns Heart?

Heart is owned by Global.

How can I listen to Heart online?

You can stream Heart live in your browser with the player on this page or on the official website, www.heart.co.uk — free, with no app or sign-up needed.

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