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Retro African Radio

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Welcome to Retro African Radio

 

 

Your Soundtrack to Africa’s Golden Age

 

Retro African Radio is your non-stop stream of classic African hits from the 1970s and 80s. Broadcasting from Brisbane, Australia, our mission is to preserve and celebrate the timeless rhythms that moved the continent and inspired the world.

 

From vinyl to digital, we bring the legends back to life — every hour, every day.

 

 

 

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What You’ll Hear

 

 

Explore the soul of Africa through its music:

 

  • 🎸 Afrobeat – The fiery fusion of funk and African rhythm from Nigeria

  • πŸͺ˜ Soukous – The smooth, dance-driven sound of Congo

  • 🎀 Highlife – Ghana’s golden groove of guitars and horns

  • 🎺 Mbaqanga & Maskandi – South African township soul and Zulu storytelling

  • πŸ₯ Makossa – Cameroon’s funky contribution to the world stage

 

 

 

 

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Featured Icons

 

 

We honour the pioneers and icons who shaped generations:

 

  • Fela Kuti – The king of Afrobeat

  • Franco & TPOK Jazz – Masters of Congolese soukous

  • Miriam Makeba – The voice of Africa

  • Manu Dibango – Legendary saxophonist of “Soul Makossa”

  • King Sunny Adé – The juju music superstar

  • Yvonne Chaka Chaka, Salif Keita, Brenda Fassie, and many more…

 

 

 

 

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Weekly Show Themes

 

 

πŸ—“ Tune in daily for special themes:

Day

Theme

Description

Monday

Makossa Mondays

Get funky with Cameroon’s hottest rhythms

Tuesday

Timeless Highlife

Ghanaian classics from the golden years

Wednesday

Women of Africa

A tribute to legendary female voices

Thursday

Roots & Resistance

Songs of struggle, freedom, and pride

Friday

Fela Fridays

An entire night of Afrobeat genius

Saturday

Soukous Party

Dance all night to fast-paced Congolese hits

Sunday

Spiritual Sundays

Gospel, healing music, and soul reflections

 

 

 

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Stream Anywhere

 

 

You can listen from any device — mobile, tablet, or desktop. Just visit:

 

πŸ‘‰ https://retroafricanradio.ismyradio.com

and feel the rhythm.

 

 

 

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Join the Movement

 

 

Follow us on social media, send us your requests, or shout out your favourite artists. We’re building a global community of listeners who still believe in the power of real music.

 

πŸ“§ Contact: retroafricanradio@gmail.com

πŸ“Έ Instagram: @retroafricanradio

🐦 Twitter/X: @retroafricradio

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About Us

Retro African Radio is your destination for timeless African music from the golden era. We bring you classic hits from the 70s and 80s β€” from soukous and highlife to Afrobeat and mbaqanga. Whether you’re reliving your youth or discovering African music history, this station plays the rhythms that shaped a continent. Tune in and enjoy handpicked tracks that celebrate the soul of Africa, 24/7, from the comfort of your home. Powered by passion, inspired by legacy. We are proudly broadcasting from Australia with love for the whole world. Welcome to the sound of a generation.
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