Freeform Radio Stations

Freeform, or freeform radio, is a radio station programming format in which the disc jockey is given total control over what music to play, regardless of music genre or commercial interests. Freeform radio stands in contrast to most commercial radio stations, in which DJs have little or no influence over programming structure or playlists.

The freeform ethos tends to disdain playlists confined to a single music genre. However, DJs may opt to play selections according to an arbitrary theme. Amateur radio, college radio, and Internet radio are sanctuaries of the freeform format. Many freeform stations are small and lack corporate backing, and therefore have relatively weak radio transmitters, a problem that has caused numerous broadcasters to transition to Internet radio.

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WPKN - 89.5 FM, Bridgeport, Connecticut

Radio with Backbone - Our aim is to preserve absolute freedom for our programmers and to serve up the widest possible variety of sounds and ideas

DIG Internet Radio, Australia

The ABC's internet radio station. DiG has a continuous music stream for a diverse mix of great sounds - blues, soul, country, roots, world music, jazz, rock and more.

Error FM, United Kingdom

What is played on Error FM? Summed up in one word - Everything. It all depends upon the DJ who is currently playing. Check the schedule for set style hours. One hour may be Rock music, another maybe Indie music.

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