It started broadcasting in 1933, arguably the earliest
commercial Radio station broadcasting in the English language, aimed at the
entertainment starved listeners of the United Kingdom, who up until that point
relied on Auntie Beeb for their radio listening.
Often mistakenly referred to as a ‘Pirate Radio
Station’, Radio Luxembourg offered and English speaking commercial service for
more than 60 years from the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg in central Europe, it shaped the radio landscape for future of commercial
broadcasting in the UK
.
I have Happy Memories of listening to the fading
signal(Known as the Luxembourg fade) of the great 208 during the 1970’s.
With its distinctive jingle package, Radio Luxembourg
had a unique sound, and is a much missed part of the broadcasting landscape.
Listen out for some echoes of Radio Luxembourg on Radio Sounds Familiar
Can I wish you a Belated Happy New Year
Best Wishes Gary
Hello
I’m Gary, the guy behind ‘Sounds Familiar’.
Every since I can remember I’ve always loved TV
and Film soundtracks, particularly those from my formative years
that being the 1960’s and 1970’s.
I really enjoying tapping into the much under rated genre known as Library music, if you dig deep enough you can unearth some real gems.
That’s what ‘Sounds Familiar’ is all about.
Thanks for visiting and please come back soon.
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