Hits Radio: Everything you need to know about your favourite radio station
With Rayo, no matter where you are, we’ve made it easier than ever.
Last updated 15th Feb 2022
Turn it up every day with Hits Radio! We've got the most exciting playlists, with the biggest hits and the biggest throwbacks, brought to you from a line-up packed with personalities. Now, with Rayo, it's even easier to listen to us wherever you are.
There’s Fleur East at Breakfast each weekday morning, Gemma Atkinson and Mike Toolan bringing you home and Sam Thompson wrapping up your evenings with the biggest artists and stars. And don't forget to bring in the weekend with Fleur East, James and Matt, every Saturday morning. Plus, we give you the chance to win life-changing cash just by listening.
So, what are you waiting for? Tune in now and turn it up! Whether you’re in the car, on the move or at home, there are plenty of ways you can listen to Hits Radio.
What is Hits Radio?
A national radio station with the UK's most exciting playlist! Listen in for today’s biggest hits from the world’s hottest artists, plus we’ll introduce you to new favourites every day and play the songs the biggest throwbacks you miss from the last few years.
How can I listen to Hits Radio?
You can find us on FM, DAB, online, downloading the free Rayo app and through your Smart Speaker.
How do I listen online?
To listen online, simply create an account at hitsradio.co.uk or download our Rayo app, where you can find all your favourite shows, plus many more.
Who presents the breakfast show on Hits Radio?
How to log in to Hits Radio:
If you already have a Hits Radio account, you won’t need to do anything as you will automatically remain signed in. If you’re yet to sign up, just head to our website or download the Rayo app. Follow the instructions to unlock all the benefits of logged-in listening including exclusive content with your favourite artists, the option to listen again to shows and much more!
What is Rayo?
Rayo is a free app that lets you listen to live radio from 50 top stations, including Hits Radio. You can tune into your favourite shows, presenters, music and radio, all in one place. Plus, access exclusive playlists for all moods and moments.
How do I download the app?
Search 'Rayo' into your app store to download the app for free.
Download Rayo for iOS.
Download Rayo for Android.
How do I listen to Hits Radio on my smart speaker?
Ask your smart speaker to ‘play Hits Radio', like you would for any playlist or podcast.
Amazon Alexa: "Alexa, play Hits Radio."
Google Home: "Ok Google, play Hits Radio on Tune-In."
Apple HomePod: "Hey Siri, play Hits Radio "
How do I listen in the car?
You can listen to Hits Radio on FM, DAB with a low-cost DAB converter or adapter. Alternatively, you can download Rayo on your phone and connect to your car via Bluetooth or a USB connector.
What should I know about Hits Radio:
The Hits Radio Breakfast Show with Fleur East brings the biggest hits and the biggest throwbacks every weekday 6am to 10am. Fleur helps Wake the Fun Up with her co-hosts James Barr and Producer Matt.
The team give you the chance to win life-changing cash on radio's biggest cash competitions, silly games and interviews with all your favourite artists to start the day right.
Meet the rest of the team behind the mic on Hits Radio:
Fleur East, James Barr and Matt Haslam
Wake the fun up with Fleur East, James Barr & Matt Haslam. This jam-packed show brings you the biggest laughs, the biggest competitions and your favourite stars all while playing the biggest hits and the biggest throwbacks.
Gemma Atkinson & Mike Toolan
Gemma Atkinson & Mike Toolan get you home weekdays from 4pm. Expect plenty of laughs with the biggest hits and throwbacks!
Sam Thompson
Every weeknight Hits Radio is THE place to be, as Sam Thompson brings you The Hits Radio Evening Show from 7pm. He's joined by the world's biggest stars and has the best playlist to soundtrack your evening.
Plus, on Sunday afternoons Sam Thompson counts down the UK's 40 biggest hits on the Hits UK Chart.
Tom Green
Tom Green kicks off your workday from 10am with an entire hour of huge throwbacks.
Then continue your day with a tasty selection of hits, throwbacks and a lot to make you smile!
Hattie Pearson
We don't do the post lunch slump! From 1pm, there's big tunes all afternoon and MASSIVE money to be won, Hattie will see you through your afternoon in style.
Owen Warner
Owen Warner kickstarts your weekend on Friday Night Hits and Saturday Night Hits from 7pm. He's got the ultimate playlist to get you ready for the weekend, with the biggest hits and the biggest throwbacks as well as some incredible celebrity guests. Don't miss it!
Mary Mandefield
Mary Mandefield gives your Sunday morning the kickstart it needs with hits, throwbacks and plenty of giggles as you wake up. Listen Sunday morning from 6-9am.
Stephanie Hirst
Your Saturday night party is ON with Stephanie Hirst's belters! From 11pm every Saturday Stephanie plays nothing but the best dance-floor throwbacks from the 90s & 00s. Plus, every Sunday evening from 7pm, Steph plays nothing but the biggest throwbacks in the mix.
Sarah-Jane Crawford
Whether you're heading back from the shops, the game or getting ready for an evening at home, our very own SJC has the perfect mix of Hits and Throwbacks to take your Saturday afternoon into Saturday night mode! Join Sarah-Jane Crawford Saturday afternoons from 4-7pm. You can also catch Sarah-Jane weeknights from 10pm on Hits Radio.
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What is Hits Radio Live?
Hits Radio Live are our big music gigs that take place across the country. Keep an ear out for the huge acts we'll be bringing to an arena near you!