Latest news about Red FM

Red FM, 98FM and Spin stations search for the next radio star

Bauer has launched its biggest ever search for new talent across Red FM, 98FM and the Spin stations.

Back to the Future for KC in Cork radio switch

It’s back to the future for Cork broadcaster KC who is set to make a comeback to Red FM on Leeside. Keith Cunningham, last presented on ‘Red’ back in 2017, and is currently co-hosting on rival station 96fm is reportedly making a return to his old stomping ground...

Bauer’s acquisition of Cork’s Red FM is now complete

Cork’s Red FM is now officially part of the Bauer family joining Today FM, Newstalk, 98 FM, SPIN 1038 and SPIN Southwest. Bauer Media Audio says Red FM will be able to leverage enhanced digital expertise to take advantage of new opportunities to grow and develop...

Cork’s RedFM celebrates 21 years of broadcasting

Cork’s RedFM launched on this day in 2002 and promised a fresh, new sound for Cork city and county. Now, at 21 years old, the station is celebrating everything it has done for local listeners and giving away birthday presents throughout the day. The station says: “Our audience has grown up with the radio station as the soundtrack to their lives and a constant companion which has entertained, provoked and informed...

Bauer to buy Cork’s RedFM subject to regulatory approval

Bauer Media Audio Ireland has announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Cork’s RedFM subject to regulatory approval. If the deal is approved, Bauer says it is committed to ensuring that Red FM continues to grow and develop, providing investment and innovation to create an even better listener experience for the people of Cork, and allowing Red FM to continue providing the music, entertainment and great local news and information that listeners value...

Today FM, Cork’s Red FM and WLR win top awards at the IMROs

All the winners from the IMRO Radio Awards 2022 have been announced including the top Station of the Year titles. The Full-Service Station of the Year award went to Today FM, Music Station of the Year was won by Cork’s Red FM, whilst the Local Station of the Year award went to WLR FM...

Rob Heffernan joins the breakfast team at Cork’s RedFM

World Champion racewalker and Olympic Bronze Medallist Rob Heffernan is joining Cork’s RedFM for breakfast. The station says Rob will be on-air with breakfast show hosts Laura O’Mahony and Ciara Revins with the usual hit music and big prizes. Speaking on the announcement, Rob said: “I’m delighted to join the team at Cork’s RedFM. This is a whole new challenge for me but...

Singer and songwriter Stephanie Rainey joins Cork’s RedFM

Cork singer, songwriter Stephanie Rainey has joined Cork’s RedFM to host a new Sunday show. “Sunday Brunch with Stephanie Rainey” started over the weekend and can be heard every Sunday from 10am till 2pm. Stephanie is known for her ballad Please Don’t Go became an overnight viral hit in 2015. Speaking about her new Sunday morning show Stephanie said:...

Radio presenter Kilian Pettit to leave Cork’s RedFM

Kilian Pettit is set to leave Cork’s RedFM after six years with the station. In that time he was promoted to the role of music director in March 2020, and nominated for a number of awards. Kilian tells RadioToday: “Being on air is a thrill but also a great responsibility, especially during these last eighteen months. “Radio is a lifeline for so many, and I’m very proud to have been a friendly voice on the airwaves throughout these turbulent times.”...

All 32 applications for BAI scheme granted cash

The BAI has given a total of €2.5m to 32 independent commercial radio stations across the country to share awareness and understanding of COVID-19. The special funding initiative was operated by the BAI under the BAI’s Sound & Vision 4 Scheme, following a request from the Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment, Richard Bruton, TD. Funding recommendations range from €40,000 to €95,000. Successful projects include: ...