All the ways you can listen to Absolute Radio
In the car, on the move or at home - we've got you covered
There are lots of ways to listen to Absolute Radio and we wanted to take the time to tell you about them all so you don't miss out on a whole host of great shows. Would you really want to go a day without The Dave Berry Breakfast Show, Hometime with Bush and Richie and The Jason Manford Show?
We've gathered up all your burning questions about how to listen to Absolute Radio so that you never miss a show, and can keep listening to Breakfast on the bus, the No Repeat Guarantee at your desk and Hometime in the Mum and Dad Taxi.
How do I listen to Absolute Radio on DAB+?
From the 31st March we're moving to DAB+ to give you an even better listening experience. If you listen on DAB Radio you will need to make sure it’s DAB+ enabled to ensure you can still listen.
What is DAB and DAB+?
DAB+ is the upgraded version of DAB (digital audio broadcasting), with improved sound quality and more stations. You can already listen to Absolute Radio Country and Classic Rock on DAB+.
How to get access to DAB+
To receive DAB+ stations you must have a DAB+ enabled radio. If you own a DAB digital radio you'll need to check it's set-up to receive DAB+. Find out more about DAB+ here.
Don't have DAB+ enabled radio? Don't worry, there's lots of ways to listen to us!
You can continue to listen to Absolute Radio by asking your smart speaker to “Play Absolute Radio", listen through our web player, or via the Rayo app.
Log in to listen with Absolute Radio
If you already have an Absolute Radio or Planet Radio account you don’t need to do anything, as your account will remain automatically signed in. If you are yet to make an account, on the browser you'll need to head to the ‘sign in’ button in the corner to create an account, or follow the instructions when prompted the next time you access the website or app.
Having an account means you'll have greater access to more on-demand content. You can also bookmark your favourite shows and episodes.
How do I download the Rayo app?
Say hello to Rayo, a new way to listen to Absolute Radio. Rayo is a free app where you can listen to live radio from over 50 stations and discover exclusive playlists to soundtrack every mood and moment. Find out more about Rayo right here.
How can I listen on my Smart Speaker?
Amazon Alexa: "Alexa, play Absolute Radio."
Google Home: "Ok Google, play Absolute Radio on Tune-In."
Apple HomePod: "Hey Siri, play Absolute Radio."
How to listen to Absolute Radio in the car?
Great news, with a low-cost DAB converter or adapter you'll still be able to listen to us in your car. You can also listen to all our other stations in the Absolute Radio family too.
You can also download the Rayo app on your phone and connect to us via Bluetooth or USB connector. Just type 'Rayo' into your app store on your phone and you can download the app for free.
Why can I no longer listen to Absolute Radio on AM?
We think we sound better on digital, as it offers a much stronger signal and cuts out background noise.
Lots of you agree, which is why nearly all our audience listen to us digitally. Broadcasting on AM requires running an additional transmitter which is environmentally unfriendly and not cost-efficient given the small numbers of those listening here.
We’re sorry for those affected by the change, but we hope you find an alternative listening experience that works for you.
Can I still listen to Absolute Radio 60s?
From 31st March Absolute Radio 60s is moving to be an Absolute Radio Premium station. As a Premium member you can access exclusive stations in addition to listening to your favourite radio stations ad-break free.
If you'd like to continue listening to Absolute Radio 60s you can get more info and sign up to Premium here. Alternatively, you can continue listening to the Beatles, Stones, Motown and more over on Greatest Hits Radio 60s, which is free to air.
How do I listen to other Absolute Radio stations?
Absolute Radio has lots of stations you can listen to, including; Absolute Radio 70s, Absolute 80s, Absolute Radio 90s, Absolute Radio 00s, Absolute Radio 10s, Absolute Radio 20s, Absolute Radio Classic Rock and Absolute Radio Country.
These are all available online, on your Smart Speaker and via our free Rayo app.
Listen to Absolute Radio Country and Classic Rock on DAB+
Absolute Radio Country and Classic Rock are now available in stereo across the UK thanks to DAB+. If you have a DAB+ enabled radio, it should automatically find new stations without the need to re-tune. However, if you can’t find the station you’re looking for, then you might need to re-scan.
Most radios sold in the last few years can access DAB+ services and almost all DAB car radios are DAB+ enabled. For more information about DAB+ view our frequently asked questions.
Meet our Absolute Radio presenters:
Dave Berry
Charlton fan. Sharp-dressed man. Wake up with Dave Berry every weekday with the Dave Berry Breakfast Show every weekday from 6-10am.
Jason Manford
Laugh off your Sunday morning hangover with one of the UK's finest comedians, from 8-11am.
Jon Richardson
Join Jon Richardson as he brings his natural energy and enthusiasm for life to the Absolute Radio airwaves at 8am every Saturday morning from 7th September.
Andy Bush & Richie Firth
Join Bush & Richie for the Hometime show, weekdays from 4-7pm. 3 hours of nonsense presented by 2 confused dads. Apologies in advance.
Leona Graham
Leona Graham brings you the No Repeat Guarantee - you'll never hear the same song twice. Plus Teabreak Trivia at 10.30 and rarely played songs on Haven't Heard it for Ages. Listen weekdays 10am-1pm.
Ben Burrell
Ben Burrell continues the No Repeat Guarantee. You won't hear the same song twice! And Ben searches for the best songs from different bands. Weekdays 1-4pm.
Danielle Perry
Danielle Perry starts your evening by playing the best songs from across the Absolute Radio network. From 60s to now, there'll be tracks you've not heard for ages! Listen weekdays from 7-10pm.
Sarah Champion
Whatever you're up to, Sarah Champion has your playlist sorted with brilliant music, every weekend from 11am-2pm. Over on Absolute 80s, you can catch her every weekday morning from 10.
Jay Lawrence
Join Jay on Mondays to Thursdays from 10pm-1am for all the best tracks.
Dan Noble
Dan's here until 6am with a sackful of tunes to keep you company whether you're cooking dinner, working lates or heading to the gym.
Matt Forde
Matt Forde presents Rock 'n' Roll Football every Saturday from 2pm with Matt Dyson. It's music and goals like you've never heard before!
Matt Dyson
As well as lending his voice and dry humour to The Dave Berry Breakfast Show, Dyson also keeps you abreast of all the goals on Rock 'n' Roll Football on Saturday afternoons with Matt Forde.
Claire Sturgess
The national treasure that is Claire Sturgess is here to grace your ears with top tunes, Sundays 6-8pm.
Sophie K
Join Sophie K every Thursday and Friday from 10pm for a trip Through the Decades as she plays the best songs from the 60s to now.