8Radio is set to return to FM dials in Dublin, Cork, Limerick and Galway from this weekend. The alternative station backed by Dublin venue Whelan’s recently moved to a new studio on Dame St. The station’s latest temporary weekend license runs for 5 weeks from June 15th to July 14th 2019.



8Radio will broadcast on 105.2FM in Dublin, 106.7FM in Cork, 87.7FM in Galway and 105.5FM in Limerick every weekend. In addition, 8Radio will also broadcast on the éirdab DAB Digital Radio trial in Cork City.

“It’s great to be back on FM as always and giving people who aren’t in a position to listen online a chance to hear the music we like! At this stage I think we have long since proved the value of niche broadcasting and it’s in the hands of the BAI to make provision for specialist broadcasters whether that be on FM or DAB Digital Radio. This isn’t just about 8Radio, this is about ensuring a thriving and diverse Irish radio and music industry.” says 8Radio founder Simon Maher.



“I saw a great tweet recently from musician Scroobius Pip which sums up everything that 8Radio is all about. He said “Be vocal about the stuff you love. Being vocal about what you hate is in right now but the stuff you love needs and deserves your support to spread the word and give creators a boost. Shout it from the roof tops!”

8Radio is available via live Internet streaming, Smartphone and Tablet Applications, an Alexa skill for Smart Speakers, a Google Assistant action, TuneIn, Internet Radios. However, the station is also “pursuing further digital distribution options both in Ireland the UK with a view to strengthening its position as a viable niche broadcasting business.”

For more details visit 8radio.com