Spinnin' the 60s with Stephanie Hirst: Everything you need to know
Steph plays original vinyl on Greatest Hits Radio 60s every Monday to Friday from 1pm
We’re getting all in a spin at Greatest Hits Radio 60s, as we welcome a brand new daily show.
Spinnin’ the 60s with Stephanie Hirst will celebrate our love of authentic vinyl, with every song being played in its original 7” form, every weekday from 1pm.
Listen closely for the familiar fuzz and fizzle that can only come from playing 100% original 45 pressings, creating a unique atmosphere and warmth you can only get from vinyl.
Steph will be digging through her vast personal library, as she explores rarities, oddities, hidden gems, and valuable 45 single pressings, as well as sharing her encyclopaedic knowledge and huge passion for music.
What can listeners expect from Spinnin’ The 60s with Stephanie Hirst on Greatest Hits Radio 60s?
Stephanie told us: "This show is totally unique to UK radio, you’ll actually get to hear those huge 60s hits, played from the original 7” singles, as they were first intended to be heard, complete with their gorgeous imperfections!"
When is Spinnin' the 60s with Stephanie Hirst on Greatest Hits Radio 60s?
You can tune in to Spinnin' the 60s with Stephanie Hirst every weekday from 1pm on Greatest Hits Radio 60s.
We asked Stephanie what it's like playing vinyl on live radio:
Stephanie told us: "Adrenalin filled and scary at times…. will the record jump or stick…will the stylus break? There are so many variables. Even after all these years of collecting vinyl, it still blows my mind that a diamond stylus in the groove of a piece of vinyl can produce the most incredible sound."
We asked Stephanie what she loves most about the 60s:
"As I was born in the 1970s, I’m really gutted that I missed out on coming of age in the mid 60s. My Mum had a stack of 60s singles which I got my hands on as a teenager, and I immediately became obsessed with the music, culture and fashion of the 60s.
"I have large black and white iconic photograph of Twiggy in all her 60s pomp hanging in the kitchen area of my home, along with a few original fashion pieces from the 60s too, including the most gorgeous red leather trench coat. I’m also very proud of my friend Rita Britton, who hails from my hometown of Barnsley. She launched a fashion brand called Pollyanna in the 60s and was the very first shop outside of London to stock the Mary Quant mini skirt in the 60s."
Who are Stephanie Hirst's greatest artists from the 60s?
"I’m a big Beatles/Stones fan, along with Dusty, The Who, Small Faces, Aretha, Joe Cocker, and Levi Stubbs of The Four Tops…what a voice!"
What do the good times sound like to Stephanie Hirst?
"They sound like, letting your bee-hive hair down, losing yourself in the psychedelic sounds and with a little help from your friends… twisting the night away!"
How did Stephanie Hirst get into radio?
Stephanie told us: "My parents took me along to a local radio station open day in Leeds when I was nine years old. I was so blown away with what I saw that day, I decided during that visit that I wanted to work there when I was old enough... By my early teenage years after writing many letters, and running up my parents phone bill by calling the station, I was eventually given the opportunity to become a voluntary helper, filing records away in the library and making 1000s of cups of tea for DJ’s! I eventually got my first show there at the age of 16, on the overnight slot, which included a lot of… 'A big hello to all you truckers out there!'"
What does Stephanie Hirst get up to outside of radio?
Steph's got a busy schedule outside of the studio! She told us: "I love keeping fit, it feels so good after a workout session…I also still own my very first car which is now classed as a classic, as it’s a 1980s Vauxhall Nova which has been completely restored, so spring and summer are always filled with showing her off at classic car shows! If you see me at one, make sure you say hello!
"I also adore a trip to the record shop to dig through a box of dusty singles to see what treasure I can find…and of course spending good times with friends…you gotta have your tribe!"
Where is Stephanie Hirst from?
Stephanie Hirst was born in Barnsley, South Yorkshire.
When is Stephanie Hirst on Greatest Hits Radio 60s?
Stephanie Hirst is on Greatest Hits Radio 60s every Monday to Friday from 1pm.
How can I listen to Stephanie Hirst on Greatest Hits Radio 60s?
You can listen to Stephanie Hirst Monday to Friday from 1pm on Greatest Hits Radio 60s. You can listen to Greatest Hits Radio 60s on your DAB radio, your smart speaker, on our website or via our free Rayo app.
Is Stephanie Hirst on Instagram?
Yes! Stephanie Hirst is very active on Instagram and has more than 36,000 followers. You can find her @stephanie.hirst
Who else is on Greatest Hits Radio 60s?
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Non-stop 60s Greatest Hits featuring Ken Bruce's Secret Sixties.
Simon Mayo
Simon Mayo will be hosting documentaries including The Beatles Legacy: Red and Blue Parts I and II.
Richard Allinson
Starting your day with the Biggest Songs of the 1960s, postbag and the 60s Selector, from 6am – 10am every Monday to Friday.
Alex Lester
Afternoons with the Biggest Songs of the 1960s, postbag and Lesters 60s Library, from 2pm - 6pm Monday to Friday.
Rossie
Playing the Biggest Songs of the 60s from the good ship Rossie's Revenge! Saturdays and Sundays from 2pm - 6pm.
Andy Crane
Reliving the decade that changed everything with the Biggest Songs of the 1960s, weekends from 10am - 2pm.
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