Live Anniversary Music Marathon

Calling singers, duos, bands, choirs...!

Would you like to take in a first-ever live 48-hour music marathon?

Celebrating the Station's 18th anniversary of broadcasting - and promoting live and local music. 7pm Friday 10th -7pm Sunday 12th APRIL

To mark the 18th anniversary of SWINDON 105.5 broadcasting, and supporting and promoting local music, singers, songwriters, shows and community, a unique celebration is being arranged! Station Manager Shirley said our tag line is “daring to be different”, and we like to live up to that.

A bold 48‑hour Anniversary Music Marathon, broadcasting music of every genre will be broadcast, launching at 7pm on Friday 10th April- running till 7pm Sunday 12th.

The Liden-based studios will be taken over for the full weekend, with additional live broadcasts from local venues including: The Co‑Op, Old Town, St Timothy’s Church, Liden and with Eastcott Pottery Studios hosting a Sunday afternoon 2-hour Open Mic session open to all.

Choirs, duos, bands and ensembles — including Swindon Rock Choir, Swindon Male Voice Choir, GWH Choir, Swindon Brass and many more — already signing up. The Station team are encouraging more artists to get in touch and take part. The weekend will conclude with a live hour from local favourites Talk In Code.

The station’s commitment to giving opportunities to people of all ages and abilities has attracted well‑known supporters over the years, including music composer Simon May (EastEnders theme), Shane Lynchof Boyzone, and singer Gareth Gates, who all serve as Patrons.

SWINDON 105.5 broadcasts an eclectic mix spanning the 1950s to today: Jazz, Brass Bands, Caribbean, Soul and more — all presented by local people trained by the station and passionate about their music.

To get involved – call Shirley on 07951 366289

or email peggy-sue.ford@swindon1055.com.

A Crowdfund page has been set up to support essential station licences, including music licences. Links and updates on the Station website.