Metalhead

The station offers a diverse range of music and programming curated from a unique perspective, drawing heavily from the history of progressive discotheques and a global listener base. Its core content revolves around playlists and live broadcasts featuring songs that were popular in discotheques like Old Inn, Meta, and Fehnhaus, alongside newly created music. These selections cater to a wide array of tastes, reflected in the numerous satellite radio channels available, each dedicated to a specific genre or theme. The broadcaster emphasizes a listener-driven approach, encouraging active participation and regular updates to ensure the full experience. The station’s online presence serves as the central hub for all information and announcements, replacing the functionality of a previously discontinued mobile application. The station’s programming is characterized by its eclectic nature and frequent live broadcasts. A recurring segment, “Auswärtsspiele,” involves the broadcaster operating remotely for several days, often coinciding with specific action days like the World Bear Day, Romanustag (dedicated to those with mental health challenges and those who have drowned), and the International Wheelchair Day. These “Auswärtsspiele” represent a mobile technical test for the broadcaster. The station also features themed radio channels, including Disco Old Inn, Millennium, Krautrocker, and P42/The Whale And The Frog, each offering a distinct listening experience. The broadcaster’s commitment to a listener-centric model means that schedules and updates are consistently communicated directly through the website. The station’s history dates back to March 2010, when a list of songs popular in progressive discotheques began to be compiled. Initially, a mobile application was developed to allow listeners to access the station's content, including its first web radio offering. However, the app evolved into a web-based platform mirroring the broadcaster’s social media presence. Recognizing the availability of information directly on the website, the mobile application was discontinued in March 2026 after a 12-year run. The website serves as the primary source for all information and announcements, highlighting a commitment to providing an ad-free experience for listeners. The station’s broadcasts are distributed through LautFM and are accessible via Radio Garden and OnlineRadioBox. The website emphasizes the importance of regularly refreshing the page (using F5 or the refresh button) to ensure the most up-to-date content. Contact information for Uwe Penske, responsible for the station’s operations, is provided, including an email address and phone number. The broadcaster’s ethos is encapsulated in the motto: “Rock on, surf's up and irie vibes!”