Bauer Ditch Big Top 40

Bauer have opted to cease broadcasting the syndicated Big Top 40 Chart show when the contract expires in December. A ‘This Weeks Biggest Hits’ show will be networked from Hits Radio instead. This will likely fuel rumours that Bauer will ditch local station names. Global Radio, who produce the Big Top 40, have now chosen…Read moreRead more

Bauer Acquires Jazz FM

Bauer Media have agreed a deal to acquire DAB+ station Jazz FM. The news reveal yesterday, and sees a further attempt to expand, as well as the loss of another independently owned station. It would appear Bauer intend to expand Jazz FM’s offering, but it is unclear what their plans are for the station. What…Read moreRead more

Bauer Station Changes

In connection with the upcoming launch of Hits Radio, Bauer have made some changes to their DAB service line up. Absolute Radio 70s and Kerrang ceased broadcasting in London. Their two mono slots have been combined to provide a stereo slot for Hits Radio. Absolute Radio 70s and Kerrang are now available on the Tayside…Read moreRead more

Sound Digital Are to Expand Coverage

Sound Digital, the UK’s second commercial DAB multiplex, is to extend its coverage. Listeners in Wales, the South West, East Anglia, and North East Scotland will benefit from the extended coverage area, and there will also be a small coverage boost in and around Eastbourne on the south coast of England. Sound Digital is a…Read moreRead more

Cash for Kids Superhero Day to Return

Bauer Media’s Cash for Kids Superhero Day will return on the 4th May. The annual fund raising day helps to raise funds for Bauer’s Cash for Kids charity, which helps disadvantaged children in the coverage areas of Bauer’s local radio stations. An online auction will run from 9am on Friday 27th April until 9am on…Read moreRead more

Bauer Ditches Local Name

Bauer Media are re-branding Key 103 in Manchester as Hits Radio, on the 4th June. This service will also replace The Hits, and existing national service. A local service, presumably with existing local breakfast and drive time shows will be available in Manchester, with a national version carried elsewhere. The Hits for a time, aligned…Read moreRead more