What was the first song ever played on Capital Radio?

Bridge over Troubled Water by Simon & Garfunkel is the first record to be played on the station.

What did Capital Xtra used to be called?

Choice FM
Capital XTRA (formerly Choice FM) is a Global-owned radio station that broadcasts on 96.9 FM and 107.1 FM in Greater London. Nationally, it is heard on DAB Digital Radio, Freesat, Sky, Virgin Media and Global Player.

What happened Choice FM?

Choice FM was awarded a number of accolades including MOBO and Sony Radio Academy Awards. In 2004, the station was bought by the Capital Radio broadcasting group, now Global Media, and on 7 October, 2013, it was rebranded – without warning – to Capital Xtra.

Who started Double J?

It emerged from formats developed by Bill Gates and Phil Cullen at ABC Coast FM, which broadcast an Adult Alternative music format and was for many years ABC Radio’s only continuous stream. It was part of a suite of three digital channels, alongside Dig Jazz and Dig Country.

Who won the first Triple J Unearthed?

Formed by Scott Blackley and Errol Moyle in 1998. With the addition of bass player Stephen Bissett and drummer Simon McCabe, their song, “One 85”, won the Unearthed competition a few months later.

What was the number one song of 1977?

Billboard Year-End Hot 100 singles of 1977

No.	Title	Artist(s)
1	“Tonight’s the Night (Gonna Be Alright)”	Rod Stewart
2	“I Just Want to Be Your Everything”	Andy Gibb
3	“Best of My Love”	The Emotions
4	“Evergreen (Love Theme from A Star Is Born)”	Barbra Streisand

What was music played on in the 70s?

Aside from disco, funk, smooth jazz, jazz fusion, and soul music remained popular throughout the decade. Rock music played an important part in the Western musical scene, with punk rock thriving throughout the mid to late 1970s.

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