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From our News Archive: Sadly, just days after we wrote this
piece back in 1997, 'indie' station XFM sold out to media giants
Capital Radio in a move that many say makes a mockery of radio
licence awards. 1997: FEATURE: XFM : "London's most wanted radio station"The original champions of Indie/Alternative/Britpop
broadcasting, Xfm, have begun broadcasting on the remaining London
radio frequency (104.9 FM). They beat off competition from media
bigwigs led by Ginger's Chris Evans. Xfm have The radio station's most recent airtime spell in October 1995 was accompanied by the XFM CD featuring a star-studded array of indie talent; with Oasis,The Boo Radleys, The Cure, Transglobal Underground, Drugstore, Garbage and many more giving their support for the pioneering broadcasters. Xfm is backed by the might of Chris Parry of Fiction records and Robert E.Smith of the Cure. Based in Charlotte Street, Bloomsbury, London, the radio team hope to be on air by the Autumn. cutting edge musicThe emphasis is on music rather than talk with support for emerging British talent a top priority. Chris Parry says: "We are very honoured to be the
guardians of the a new radio format for London reflecting a city
world famous for it's cutting edge Sammy Jacob, Xfm cofounder and Programming Director added: "At last, the music this country is most famous for will have a dedicated service and a station that truly cares about London. Xfm is a station operated by people who care, with music made by people who care for young people who care". (Jan/Feb 97) Do you love British music?Check out our Gig guide for the best reviews and news of London concerts on the net. Get on down to our Club guide to find out where to party on when you are next in town!
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been around for years broadcasting where and
when they can on restricted licences, now they have hit the big
time with the coveted 104.9 frequency.