The Story of Power Radio
In 1988, our adventure began in an attic room with nothing more than a homemade FM transmitter and basic studio equipment. We sourced our parts from Babbenkrats, a thrift store in Nijmegen. The transmission range? Just 5 watts, using the famous "stentor" that many relied on back then. But from the very start, our passion and ambition were undeniable.
We quickly grew from there. By 1990, we had acquired more powerful transmitters and reached a growing audience with a 500-watt signal. Our broadcasts became a regional sensation, playing the kind of music that brought joy to people: timeless hits and uplifting tracks.
Around the turn of the millennium, we made a major leap. In 1999, we fully transitioned to internet broadcasting. It was a new era with endless possibilities. No longer limited by FM range, anyone with an internet connection could now tune in to Power Radio. Today, you can still find us at www.powerradio.nl, where our feel-good music is available around the clock.
Technology evolved alongside us. Where we once worked with turntables, cassettes, minidiscs, and analog equipment, everything is now managed digitally. With an advanced broadcast playout system, listeners can request their favorite songs 24/7, 365 days a year. What started with phone calls and later emails is now fully automated. You make the request, and the system plays your song!
Of course, we faced challenges along the way. Moves and even a fire have wiped out some of our history, with photos and tangible memories from those early years lost forever. Yet the spirit of Power Radio endures. It’s that same spirit that drives us to continually innovate – in sound, style, and experience.
Power Radio has always been a hobby, but one with a professional mindset. With our love for music and the joy we find in creating, we ensure our listeners always experience something special. As long as we’re infected with the radio bug (and it’s a delightful infection!), Power Radio will continue to thrive.
So keep listening, request your favorite tracks, and enjoy what we create with so much passion. We love what we do, and we hope you do too. Power Radio: Music to be played.