Rádio Elétrica

Rádio Elétrica streams live from Porto Alegre RS, Brazil, on Tuninga Radio.

This radio station specializes in Jazz, Adult Contemporary music.

The station operates as a collaborative project developed among friends who share a passion for music discovery and radio broadcasting. The broadcaster’s content caters to diverse musical tastes, encompassing genres such as the 1960s, indie, jazz, and MPB (Música Popular Brasileira). Described as “radio amateurs,” the individuals involved prioritize enjoyment and experimentation within the radio format, viewing it as a playful endeavor. All broadcasted programs are archived and made available as podcasts, allowing listeners to revisit their favorite shows or download content for offline listening. The station encourages audience interaction through its Facebook page, Twitter account, and RSS feed, providing avenues for suggestions, questions, critiques, and general conversation. A contact form is also available for direct communication. The station’s programming schedule features a variety of shows, all prefaced with “+ música boa - the station.” “Mulheres da América,” hosted by Eliana Guedes, airs from 8:00 PM to 8:30 PM, followed by a continuous block of music until midnight. “Sarau Elétrico,” hosted by Fischer, Diego, and Katia, runs from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Daniel Rodrigues hosts “Música da Cabeça” from 9:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Rafael Escobar hosts “Sebito” from 11:00 PM to midnight. The schedule repeats daily, providing a consistent flow of programming throughout the week. Listeners can search for specific programs or hosts using the search bar on the website. The broadcaster was conceived by Katia Suman and is presented as a “brinquedinho elétrico” – a playful, experimental radio project. The station’s origins lie in a shared enthusiasm for music and a desire to create a collaborative radio experience. The website emphasizes the amateur nature of the project, highlighting the involvement of individuals who genuinely enjoy radio broadcasting and music exploration. The archiving of programs as podcasts signifies a commitment to preserving and sharing the station’s content beyond its initial broadcast. To ensure optimal listening, the station recommends updating web browsers to the latest version with the Flash plugin. The website provides instructions for both online listening and podcast downloads. The broadcaster actively encourages audience engagement through social media platforms and a dedicated contact form, fostering a sense of community among listeners and contributors. The website also includes a player that can be turned off to allow listeners to hear podcasts without the radio stream.