Join the UK’s biggest non-stop Pride party with our new station Hits Radio Pride
Our new LGBTQ+ radio station launched on 28th August
Last updated 1st Sep 2020
Here at Hits Radio we've always been huge supporters of Pride and we've decided to take it one step further with the launch of a brand-new LGBTQ+ radio station.
Whilst outdoor Pride events across the country have had to cancel this year, Hits Radio Pride ensures the party can still go on!
What shows are on Hits Radio Pride?
We have a huge line-up of presenters on Hits Radio Pride. Fleur East, Jordan Lee and James Barr, Stephanie Hirst and Charlie Powell will all be joining the station.
Jordan Lee will present the Breakfast Show, weekdays 7am - 11am, with Charlie Powell from 2pm - 7pm.
At weekends Saturday mornings start with Fleur East from 9am, with Stephanie Hirst getting your Saturday night off to the best start with her belters! Sunday morning will start with James Barr, followed by The Hits Radio Pride Mixtape at midday.
How can I listen to Hits Radio Pride?
The station will be available on DAB in Bradford, Stoke, Swansea, Liverpool, Humberside, North Yorkshire and Northern Ireland, as well as on DAB+ in London and Norwich. It will also be available online, on smart speakers, just say "Alexa, Play Hits Radio Pride" and through the Hits Radio app nationally.
Take a look through artists you can expect to hear on Hits Radio Pride:
Kylie Minogue
The Pop Princess, Kylie Minogue has had three decades of fantastic hits, from The Loco-Motion right up to her disco-inspired 'Say Something'.
Lady Gaga
After smashing into the charts in 2008, Lady Gaga has wowed fans around the world with her amazing outfits, and Number 1 singles and albums.
George Michael
Starting out as a member of Wham! back in the 80s, George Michael also became a very successful solo artist following Wham's breakup in 1986.
As a solo artist he had success with debut solo album 'Faith' in 1987, continuing into the 90s and 00s.
Sia
Australian singer Sia has been in the music industry for many years, but it was in 2014 with the release of her album '1000 Forms of Fear' that she began to see success in the UK.
The album included the lead single 'Chandelier' which received four GRAMMY nominations and was a Top 10 hit around the world.
Years & Years
Years & Years star Olly Alexander has had huge success with hits 'King', 'Shine' and 'If You're Over Me'. The It's A Sin actor also teamed up with Kylie in 2021, as well as dropping his singles 'STARSTRUCK' and 'Night Call'.
Ariana Grande
With hits like 'Side to Side', 'One Last Time', and most recently her collab with Lady Gaga, 'Rain On Me', Ariana Grande has enjoyed huge success in the charts since her debut UK hit, 'Problem' in 2014.
Britney Spears
Starting as a teenager back in the late 90s, Britney's success included her debut song '...Baby One More Time', and continued throughout the 00s and 10s, with the singer also hosting a residency in Las Vegas, where she performed many of her biggest hits.
Calvin Harris
He's now one of the highest-paid DJs around, but Calvin Harris started out releasing his debut album 'I Created Disco' in 2007 which featured 'Acceptable in the 80s'.
Since then, he has had a number of huge collaborations including, 'One Kiss' with Dua Lipa and 'Promises' with Sam Smith.
Madonna
Madonna has had huge hits in the last four decades, and seen some very iconic outfits throughout the years too.
Starting out with her debut album 'Madonna', she has had 14 Top 10 studio albums!
Dua Lipa
Dua Lipa rose to fame from a young singer at a theatre school, to a three-time BRIT Award winner.
Most recently she has released 'Don't Start Now', 'Physical', and her collab with J Balvin, Bad Bunny and Tainy, 'One Day'.
When will Hits Radio Pride launch?
Hits Radio Pride has launched, it went live at 8am on 28th August 2020.
In partnership with The Co-operative Bank and working with LGBTQ+ helpline Switchboard, the new station will be a fresh and unique destination where the LGBTQ+ community, advocates and allies can feel connected, safe and empowered to be themselves.
Our very own Hits Radio presenter Jordan Lee said, “As radio partner of multiple Pride events around the UK, Hits Radio has been a real cheerleader for diversity and inclusion, so we’re really humbled to be able to step-up that commitment with the launch of this new station.
"It’s never been more vital to offer a platform for people to come together, and with Hits Radio Pride we plan to create the UK’s biggest Pride party! Everyone’s invited and the great thing is – the fun doesn’t have to stop.”
We can't wait for you to hear it!