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Broadcast Schedule

October 2026

From September you can be with us 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, as we bring you “Music Without Speakers” in between  our presenter-led shows, so there’s no need to switch off! 

Pop, Rock, Blues, New Wave and Punk to Country, Latino, Disco, Soul and Funk, we’ve got the lot!

So keep it Radio M29 – your local community station!

 

~ Fri 2nd Oct 2026 ~

5PM – 7PM
THE FEELGOOD FACTOR – with DJ Luke
DJ Luke has music of all genres to lift you up or help you chill.  It’s a great way to start your weekend!

7PM – 9PM
THAT FRIDAY FEELING – with Ethan Harris
Whether you’re getting ready to hit the town or planning a night in, Ethan has top tunes to keep that Friday feeling going.

9PM – 11PM
CLUB BANGERS – with DJ Kieran Jay

Kieran brings you electric dance anthems with originals, remixes and mash ups.

11PM Friday – 8AM Saturday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Smooth songs to keep you company through the night.

 

~ Sat 3rd Oct 2026 ~

8AM – 11AM
THE BREAKFAST BUFFET – with Bevan Thompson & Esme Dauer

Sponsored by Jamie Burke – your personal estate agent offering a bespoke one to one service like no other. Search; ‘Jamie Burke Personal Estate Agent’ online or on Facebook & Instagram.

The two Buffeteers bring you 3 hours of bangers and banter including The Highest Place or Egg On Yer Face competition, Thought For The Day, The Silly Sausage, Under The Covers,  Star Spangled Hannah for the US of Eh?, Kazoo Knows What song This Is?, plus When will AI be famous? All that and a look at the weirdest side of the week’s news.

11AM – 1PM
WHAT’S GOING ON? – with Thomas Harper

Local news and events from the M29 district and surrounding areas. Plus music, chat and guests.

1PM – 3PM
ARE FRIENDS ECLECTIC? – with Derek B
Derek delivers the best in rock music. A mix of classic rock, punk, new wave, progressive, acoustic and all stops in-between. For those of a “certain age”, think “Old Grey Whistle Test” for the ears only.

3PM – 5PM
THE SUNDAY NIGHT ALTERNATIVE – with Tom Blackburn
Sponsored by The Snug in Atherton, community hub and coffee shop by day, grassroots music venue at weekends. There’s something for everyone.

Tom brings you an eclectic selection of underground sounds, with deep cuts, hidden gems and new releases spanning all genres.
Programme first broadcast last Sunday.

5PM – 6PM
THE MAX TAPE – with Max Sykes

Max focuses on the news, sport, events and music of a particular year.

6PM – 7PM
‘Arry‘s Anthems – with ’Arry No H

‘Arry keeps the groove going with an hour of his club classics, trance tracks, drum & bass and electric dance anthems with “less mic, more music”.

7PM – 9PM
MAKE IT FUNKY! – with Winston O’Boogie
Winston returns with his fortnightly foray into the finest funk and soul, from timeless classics to fresh new grooves. With themed sections like Absolute Zero for chilled-out vibes, The Latin Quarter for a taste of Latin funk, and Drop the Funk to get you moving, it’s a show that keeps the groove alive.

9PM – 11PM
RADIO LATINO – with Ellis Riker Halford

Ellis takes you on a journey across the globe bringing you two hours of worldwide Latino music.

11PM – 9AM Sunday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Smooth songs to keep you company through the night.

 

~ Sun 4th Oct 2026 ~

9AM – MIDDAY
B FOR BREAKFAST – with Derek B & The Current Mrs. B
Sponsored by AtherLeigh Blinds of Atherton. Top quality made to measure shutters, blinds and curtains. Browse their extensive range at AtherLeighBlinds.com

The show that’s packed to the rafters with good music, good chat, fun features and good humour to start your Sunday off with a smile.

MIDDAY – 2PM
MY BLUES & COUNTRY CROSSROADS – with Steven Knowles

Steven has two hours of the very best in Americana music.

2PM – 4PM
THE SOUNDS FROM THE STREETS – with The Big E

An eclectic mix of Ska, Reggae, Punk, Indie and New Wave.

4PM – 6PM
THE CURATE’S EGG – with Rev. Hannah
The show where you can dip into two hours of music and chat each week with some UK Jazz, global grooves and even gospel disco.

6PM – 7PM
SIMPLY 70s – with Tony King

It’s like a non-stop jukebox of classic 70s hits along with songs you may well have forgotten with the occasional cheesy presenter link!

7PM – 8PM
THE OTHER STUFF – with Thomas Harper
Thomas has an hour of established artists and groups you know with songs you may not.

8PM – 10PM
CURVEBALL – with Joe Graham
Sponsored by The Early Doors Club, making high quality live music more accessible across Greater Manchester, right on your doorstep.
A veritable feast of musical genres, brand new indie & alternative releases, off-kilter tunes, local artists and classic tracks from yesteryear.

10PM – 11PM
THE DEUCE MUSIC RADIO SHOW – with Matt Barker

New music releases by artists from all over the world.

11PM – 5PM Monday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Tunes to keep you company through the night and into Monday until our next live programme.

 

~ Mon 5th Oct 2026 ~

5PM – 7PM
THE MONDAY MIX TAPE – with Ellen Baines
Ellen has top tunes, chat and music gossip.

7PM – 8PM
THE MAX TAPE – with Max Sykes
The Sent From The Stands team are on their own international break this week so here’s another chance to hear Max as he focuses on the news, sport, events and music of a particular year.

8PM – 9.20PM
IN THE BIN –with Carl McNamara
Carl and his guests tackle Rugby League through a local lens.

9.20PM Mon 5th – 5PM Fri 9th Oct
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS Non-stop music throughout the week, 24 hours a day, until our next presenter-led show.

 

~ Fri 9th Oct 2026 ~

5PM – 7PM
THE FEELGOOD FACTOR – with DJ Luke
DJ Luke has music of all genres to lift you up or help you chill.  It’s a great way to start your weekend! Sadly though this will be Luke’s last show for a while.

7PM – 9PM
THAT FRIDAY FEELING – with Ethan Harris
Whether you’re getting ready to hit the town or planning a night in, Ethan has top tunes to keep that Friday feeling going.

9PM – 11PM
CLUB BANGERS – with DJ Kieran Jay

Kieran brings you electric dance anthems with originals, remixes and mash ups.

11PM Friday – 8AM Saturday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Smooth songs to keep you company through the night until our next live show.

 

~ Sat 10th Oct 2026 ~

We’re unable to bring you The Breakfast Buffet and What’s Going On? this week so between 8am and 1pm here are three previously broadcast shows for you to enjoy again. 

8AM – 10AM
THE BLUES MAN DOES BALLADS – with Steven Knowles
In this special show Steven takes a break from his usual diet of Americana, as he slows the mood down and brings you two hours of those timeless classics that make your heart melt. Iconic artists feature on his show and he shares the raw emotion that these ballads bring and how the artists brought them to life.

10AM – 11AM
THE MAX TAPE – with Max Sykes

Max recalls the News, Sport, Events and Music of 1983.

11AM – 1PM
SYNTH FROM THE STREETS – with The Big E

Let’s go Electro with this special two-hour show deep dive into synth-pop classic, contemporary and obscure with the Big E. It’s easy as ABC and is the Cure for a hard day’s Kraftwerk. Expect David Bowie, Gary Numan and Human League from back in the day plus modern music from Chappell Roan and Goldfrapp. These friends are electric!  

1PM – 3PM
ARE FRIENDS ECLECTIC? – with Derek B
Derek delivers the best in rock music. A mix of classic rock, punk, new wave, progressive, acoustic and all stops in-between. For those of a “certain age”, think “Old Grey Whistle Test” for the ears only.

 

3PM – 5PM
CURVEBALL – with Joe Graham
Sponsored by The Early Doors Club, making high quality live music more accessible across Greater Manchester, right on your doorstep.
Just in case you missed it, here’s another chance to hear last Sunday’s edition of Curveball when Joe included a mini focus on eclectic Manchester record label Sprechen, plus a couple of tracks in celebration of jazz legend John Coltrane who would have marked his 100th birthday last week. Also coming your way there’s some Arabic funk, a sonic excursion in dub, brand new folk and indie releases and classic gems from the likes of The Jesus & Mary Chain, Nick Cave, and The Psychedelic Furs.

5PM – 6PM
THE MAX TAPE – with Max Sykes

Max focuses on the news, sport, events and music of a particular year. This week he revisits 1986 with songs from the likes of The Smiths, Paul Simon, Queen & Bon Jovi.

6PM – 7PM
‘Arry‘s Anthems – with ’Arry No H

‘Arry keeps the groove going with an hour of his club classics, trance tracks, drum & bass and electric dance anthems with “less mic, more music”.

7PM – 9PM
DANCE DIRECTIVE – with DJ Paula M

Join DJ Paula M for the latest releases in dance, house, techno and electro as well as some old bangers to get your party well and truly started!

9PM – 11PM
CLUB BANGERS – with Kieran J

Kieran’s in the house to bring you electric dance anthems with originals, remixes and mash ups.

11PM – 9AM Sunday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Smooth songs to keep you company through the night until our next live show.

 

~ Sun 11th Oct 2026 ~

9AM – MIDDAY
B FOR BREAKFAST – with Derek B & The Current Mrs. B
Sponsored by AtherLeigh Blinds of Atherton. Top quality made to measure shutters, blinds and curtains. Browse their extensive range at AtherLeighBlinds.com

The show that’s packed to the rafters with good music, good chat, fun features and good humour to start your Sunday off with a smile.

MIDDAY – 2PM
MY BLUES & COUNTRY CROSSROADS – with Steven Knowles

Steven brings you two hours of the very best in Americana music.

2PM – 4PM
THE SOUNDS FROM THE STREETS – with The Big E

An eclectic mix of Ska, Reggae, Punk, Indie and New Wave.

4PM – 6PM
THE CURATE’S EGG – with Rev. Hannah
The show where you can dip into two hours of music and chat each week with some UK Jazz, global grooves and even gospel disco.

6PM – 7PM
SIMPLY 70s – with Tony King
It’s like a non-stop jukebox of classic 70s hits along with songs you may well have forgotten with the occasional cheesy presenter links!

7PM – 8PM
THE MAX TAPE – with Max Sykes
Max focuses on the news, sport, events and music of a particular year.

8PM – 10PM
THE SUNDAY NIGHT ALTERNATIVE – with Tom Blackburn
Sponsored by The Snug in Atherton, community hub and coffee shop by day, grassroots music venue at weekends. There’s something for everyone.

Tom brings you an eclectic selection of underground sounds, with deep cuts, hidden gems and new releases spanning all genres.

10PM – 11PM
THE DEUCE MUSIC RADIO SHOW – with Matt Barker

New music releases by artists from all over the world.

11PM Sunday – 5PM Monday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Tunes to keep you company through the night and into Monday until our next live show.

 

~ Mon 12th Oct 2026 ~

5PM – 6.30PM
‘ARRY’S OTHER ANTHEMS – with ‘Arry No H
It’s a brand new weekly live show from ‘Arry and very different from his Saturday Anthems.

He’ll be taking your music requests and dedications, asking what you’ve been up to over the weekend, inviting you to take part in The Impossible Quiz and give your thoughts on his topic of the week.

6.30PM – 8PM
SENT FROM THE STANDS –
Supported by Jamie Burke, your personal local estate agent.

The team talk all things football from the Premier to local Non-League.

8PM – 9.20PM
IN THE BIN –with Carl McNamara & guests
Carl and his guests tackle all things Rugby League through a local lens.

9.20PM Monday 12th – 5PM Friday 16th Oct
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Non-stop music throughout the week, 24 hours a day, until our next presenter-led show.

 

~ Fri 16th Oct 2026 ~

5PM – 7PM
HERE COME THE WEEKEND – with Ellen Baines
It’s a new day and a brand new weekly live show for Ellen!

For many it’s the end of the working week so Ellen is here to help you unwind with top tunes, your requests, the latest music goss  and a fun competition.

7PM – 9PM
THAT FRIDAY FEELING – with Ethan Harris
Whether you’re getting ready to hit the town or planning a night in, Ethan has top tunes to keep that Friday feeling going.

9PM – 11PM
CLUB BANGERS – with DJ Kieran Jay

Kieran brings you electric dance anthems with originals, remixes and mash ups.

11PM Friday – 8AM Saturday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Smooth songs to keep you company through the night until our next show.

 

~ Sat 17th Oct 2026 ~

8AM – 11AM
THE BREAKFAST BUFFET – with Bevan Thompson & Esme Dauer

Sponsored by Jamie Burke – your personal estate agent offering a bespoke one to one service like no other. Search; ‘Jamie Burke Personal Estate Agent’ online or on Facebook & Instagram.

The Buffeteers are back to bring you 3 hours of bangers and banter including The Highest Place or Egg On Yer Face competition, Thought For The Day, The Silly Sausage, Under The Covers,  Star Spangled Hannah for The US of Eh? Plus Kazoo Knows What song This Is? And When will AI be famous?

All that and a look at the weirder side of the week’s news.

11AM – 1PM
WHAT’S GOING ON? – with Thomas Harper & Charlie Goodwin

Local news and events from the M29 district and surrounding areas. Plus music, chat and studio guests.

1PM – 3PM
ARE FRIENDS ECLECTIC? – with Derek B
Derek delivers the best in rock music. A mix of classic rock, punk, new wave, progressive, acoustic and all stops in-between. For those of a “certain age”, think “Old Grey Whistle Test” for the ears only.

3PM – 5PM
THE SUNDAY NIGHT ALTERNATIVE – with Tom Blackburn
Sponsored by The Snug in Atherton, community hub and coffee shop by day, grassroots music venue at weekends. There’s something for everyone.

In case you missed it last Sunday Tom brings you an eclectic selection of underground sounds, with deep cuts, hidden gems and new releases spanning all decades and genres.

5PM – 6PM
THE MAX TAPE – with Max Sykes

Max focuses on the news, sport, events and music of a particular year.

6PM – 7PM
‘Arry‘s Anthems – with ’Arry No H

‘Arry keeps the groove going with an hour of his club classics, trance tracks, drum & bass and electric dance anthems with “less mic, more music”.

7PM – 9PM
MAKE IT FUNKY – with Winston O’Boogie
Winston is here with his fortnightly foray into the finest funk and soul, from timeless classics to fresh new grooves. With themed sections like Absolute Zero for chilled-out vibes, The Latin Quarter for a taste of Latin funk, and Drop the Funk to get you moving, it’s a show that keeps the groove alive.

9PM – 11PM
CLUB BANGERS – with Kieran J

Kieran’s in the house to bring you electric dance anthems with originals, remixes and mash ups.

11PM – 9AM Sunday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Smooth songs to keep you company through the night until our next live show.

 

~ Sun 18th Oct 2026 ~

9AM – MIDDAY
B FOR BREAKFAST – with Derek B & The Current Mrs. B
Sponsored by AtherLeigh Blinds of Atherton. Top quality made to measure shutters, blinds and curtains. Browse their extensive range at AtherLeighBlinds.com

The show that’s packed to the rafters with good music, good chat, fun features and good humour to start your Sunday off with a smile.

MIDDAY – 2PM
MY BLUES & COUNTRY CROSSROADS – with Steven Knowles

Steven has two hours of the very best in Americana music.

2PM – 4PM
THE SOUNDS FROM THE STREETS – with The Big E

An eclectic mix of Ska, Reggae, Punk, Indie and New Wave.

4PM – 6PM
THE CURATE’S EGG – with Rev. Hannah & Joan
The show where you can dip into two hours of music and chat each week with some UK jazz, global grooves  and even gospel disco.

6PM – 7PM
SIMPLY 70s – with Tony King

Tony treats you to an hour of tracks from his favourite decade of music. Warning! This show may, and quite often does,  contain cheesy 70s presenter links!

7PM – 8PM
THE OTHER STUFF – with Thomas Harper
Thomas has an hour of artistes and bands you know with songs you may not.

8PM – 10PM
CURVEBALL – with Joe Graham
Sponsored by The Early Doors Club, making high quality live music more accessible across Greater Manchester, right on your doorstep.

A veritable feast of musical genres, brand new indie & alternative releases, off-kilter tunes, local artists and classic tracks from yesteryear.

10PM – 11PM
THE DEUCE MUSIC RADIO SHOW – with Matt Barker

New music releases by artists from all over the world.

11PM Sunday – 5PM Monday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Tunes to keep you company through the night and into Monday until our next live show.

 

~ Mon 19th Oct 2026 ~

5PM – 6.30PM
‘ARRY’S OTHER ANTHEMS – with ‘Arry No H
‘Arry takes your music requests and dedications, asks what you’ve been up to over the weekend, invites you to take part in The Impossible Quiz and give your thoughts on his topic of the week.

6.30PM – 8PM
SENT FROM THE STANDS
Supported by Jamie Burke – your personal local estate agent.

The team discuss the latest talking points from the world of football.

Join the conversation via WhatsApp on 0161 524 2929 or email Studio@RadioM29.uk

8PM – 9.20PM
IN THE BIN –with Carl McNamara & guests
Carl and his guests tackle all things Rugby League through a local lens.

9.20PM Mon 19th  – 5PM Fri 23rd Oct.
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Non-stop music throughout the week, 24 hours a day, until our next presenter-led show.

 

~ Fri 23rd Oct 2026 ~

5PM – 7PM

HERE COME THE WEEKEND – with Ellen Baines
For many it’s the end of the working week so Ellen is here to help you unwind with top tunes, your requests, the latest music goss  and a fun competition.

7PM – 9PM
THAT FRIDAY FEELING – with Ethan Harris
Whether you’re getting ready to hit the town or planning a night in, Ethan has top tunes to keep that Friday feeling going.

9PM – 11PM
CLUB BANGERS – with DJ Kieran J

Kieran brings you electric dance anthems with originals, remixes and mash ups.

11PM Friday – 8AM Saturday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Smooth songs to keep you company through the night until our next live show.

 

~ Sat 24th Oct 2026 ~

8AM – 11AM
THE BREAKFAST BUFFET – with Bevan Thompson & Esme Dauer

Sponsored by Jamie Burke – your personal estate agent offering a bespoke one to one service like no other. Search; ‘Jamie Burke Personal Estate Agent’ online or on Facebook & Instagram.

The two Buffeteers bring you 3 hours of bangers and banter including The Highest Place or Egg On Yer Face competition, Thought For The Day, The Silly Sausage, Under The Covers,  Star Spangled Hannah for The US of Eh? Plus Kazoo Knows What song This Is? And When will AI be famous?

All that and a look at the weirder side of the week’s news.

11AM – 1PM
WHAT’S GOING ON? – with Thomas Harper

Local news and events from the M29 district and surrounding areas. Plus music, chat and guests.

1PM – 3PM
ARE FRIENDS ECLECTIC? – with Derek B
Derek delivers the best in rock music. A mix of classic rock, punk, new wave, progressive, acoustic and all stops in-between. For those of a “certain age”, think “Old Grey Whistle Test” for the ears only.

3PM – 5PM
CURVEBALL – with Joe Graham
Sponsored by The Early Doors Club, making high quality live music more accessible across Greater Manchester, right on your doorstep.

In case you missed it last Sunday Joe has a veritable feast of musical genres, brand new indie & alternative releases, off-kilter tunes, local artists and classic tracks from yesteryear.

5PM – 6PM
THE MAX TAPE – with Max Sykes

Max focuses on the news, sport, events and music of a particular year.

6PM – 7PM
‘Arry‘s Anthems – with ’Arry No H

‘Arry keeps the groove going with an hour of his club classics, trance tracks, drum & bass and electric dance anthems with “less mic, more music”.

7PM – 9PM
DANCE DIRECTIVE – with DJ Paula M
Join DJ Paula M for the latest releases in dance, house, techno and electro as well as some old bangers to get your party well and truly started!

9PM – 11PM
CLUB BANGERS – with DJ Kieran J
Kieran brings you electric dance anthems with originals, remixes and mash ups.

11PM – 9AM Sunday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Smooth songs to keep you company through the night until our next live show.

 

~ Sun 25th Oct 2026 ~

9AM – MIDDAY
B FOR BREAKFAST – with Derek B & The Current Mrs. B
Sponsored by AtherLeigh Blinds of Atherton. Top quality made to measure shutters, blinds and curtains. Browse their extensive range at AtherLeighBlinds.com

The show that’s packed to the rafters with good music, good chat, fun features and good humour to start your Sunday off with a smile.

MIDDAY – 2PM
MY BLUES & COUNTRY CROSSROADS – with Steven Knowles

Steven has two hours of the very best in Americana music.

2PM – 4PM
THE SOUNDS FROM THE STREETS – with The Big E

An eclectic mix of Ska, Reggae, Punk, Indie and New Wave.

4PM – 6PM
THE CURATE’S EGG – with Rev. Hannah & Joan
The show where you can dip into two hours of music and chat each week with some UK Jazz, global grooves and even gospel disco.

6PM – 7PM
SIMPLY 70s – with Tony King
Tony treats you to an hour of tracks from his favourite decade of music. Warning! This show may, and quite often does,  contain cheesy 70s presenter links!

7PM – 8PM
THE MAX TAPE – with Max Sykes
Max focuses on the News, Sport, Events and Music of a particular year.

 

8PM – 10PM
THE SUNDAY NIGHT ALTERNATIVE – with Tom Blackburn
Sponsored by The Snug in Atherton, community hub and coffee shop by day, grassroots music venue at weekends. There’s something for everyone.

Tom brings you an eclectic selection of underground sounds, with deep cuts, hidden gems and new releases spanning all genres.

10PM – 11PM
THE DEUCE MUSIC RADIO SHOW – with Matt Barker

New music releases by artists from all over the world.

11PM – 5PM Monday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Tunes to keep you company through the night and into Monday until our next live show.

 

~ Mon 26th Oct 2026 ~

5PM – 6.30PM
‘ARRY’S OTHER ANTHEMS – with ‘Arry No H
‘Arry takes your music requests and dedications, asks what you’ve been up to over the weekend, invites you to take part in The Impossible Quiz and give your thoughts on his topic of the week.

6.30PM – 8PM
SENT FROM THE STANDS
Supported by Jamie Burke – your personal estate agent. 

The team discuss the latest talking points from the world of football, from the Premier to local Non-League.

Join the conversation via WhatsApp on 0161 524 2929 or email Studio@RadioM29.uk

8PM – 9.20PM
PROGRAMME TBC

9.20PM Monday – 5PM Friday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Non-stop music throughout the week, 24 hours a day, until our next presenter-led show.

 

~ Fri 30th Oct 2026 ~

5PM – 7PM
HERE COME THE WEEKEND – with Ellen Baines
For many it’s the end of the working week so Ellen is here to help you unwind with top tunes, your requests, the latest music goss and a fun competition.

7PM – 9PM
THAT FRIDAY FEELING – with Ethan Harris
Whether you’re getting ready to hit the town or planning a night in, Ethan has top tunes to keep that Friday feeling going.

9PM – 11PM
CLUB BANGERS – with DJ Kieran J

Kieran brings you electric dance anthems with originals, remixes and mash ups.

11PM Friday – 8AM Saturday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Smooth songs to keep you company through the night until our next show.

 

~ Sat 31st Oct 2026 ~

8AM – 11AM
THE BREAKFAST BUFFET – with Bevan Thompson & Esme Dauer

Sponsored by Jamie Burke – your personal estate agent offering a bespoke one to one service like no other. Search; ‘Jamie Burke Personal Estate Agent’ online or on Facebook & Instagram.

The Buffeteers are here to bring you 3 hours of bangers and banter including The Highest Place or Egg On Yer Face competition, Thought For The Day, The Silly Sausage, Under The Covers,  Star Spangled Hannah for The US of Eh? Plus Kazoo Knows What song This Is? And When will AI be famous?

All that and a look at the weirder side of the week’s news.

11AM – 1PM
WHAT’S GOING ON? – with Thomas Harper

Local news and events from the M29 district and surrounding areas. Plus music, chat and studio guests.

1PM – 3PM
ARE FRIENDS ECLECTIC? – with Derek B
Derek delivers the best in rock music. A mix of classic rock, punk, new wave, progressive, acoustic and all stops in-between. For those of a “certain age”, think “Old Grey Whistle Test” for the ears only.

3PM – 5PM
THE SUNDAY NIGHT ALTERNATIVE – with Tom Blackburn
Sponsored by The Snug in Atherton, community hub and coffee shop by day, grassroots music venue at weekends. There’s something for everyone.

In case you missed it last Sunday Tom brings you an eclectic selection of underground sounds, with deep cuts, hidden gems and new releases spanning all decades and genres.

5PM – 6PM
THE MAX TAPE – with Max Sykes

Max focuses on the news, sport, events and music of a particular year.

6PM – 7PM
‘Arry‘s Anthems – with ’Arry No H

‘Arry keeps the groove going with an hour of his club classics, trance tracks, drum & bass and electric dance anthems with “less mic, more music”.

7PM – 9PM
WHAT THE FUNK! – with GinjeeJ
GinjeeJ sits in for Winston O’Boogie this week with funky tunes from across all decades and brings a groovy vibe that might well make you say what the funk! 

And then it’s Fright Night on Radio M29 with two special programmes for Halloween.

9pm-9.10pm
THE RHYTHM OF THE DEEP
Produced by Charlie Griffen, and with a stellar voice performance from Eimear Regan, Radio M29 is proud to bring you this haunting teaser for the upcoming audio dramatisation of the fantasy novel The Central Sphere. In this enticing glimpse, we hear a chilling tale told by an old sea captain as she speaks of her encounter with a colossal ocean creature known only in whispered tones as ‘Nassian’.

To see the subtitled version of this production, visit: The Rhythm of the Deep | The Central Sphere on YouTube.

9.10PM
TALES FROM BEYOND THE STUDIO – with The Big E
Spooky stories from the pen, and read by, The Big E.

And after Big E’s finished scaring the pants off you it’s over to MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS until our next live show tomorrow morning at 9am.

 

~ Sun 1st Nov 2026 ~

9AM – MIDDAY
B FOR BREAKFAST – with Derek B & The Current Mrs. B
Sponsored by AtherLeigh Blinds of Atherton. Top quality made to measure shutters, blinds and curtains. Browse their extensive range at AtherLeighBlinds.com

The show that’s packed to the rafters with good music, good chat, fun features and good humour to start your Sunday off with a smile.

MIDDAY – 2PM
THE BLUESMAN DOES BRITPOP – with Steven Knowles

In this special show Steven takes a break from his usual diet of Americana music, as he brings us a nostalgic look at the golden age of Britpop. Charting its rise in the mid 1970’s he features some of the iconic music of the time, and the stories behind the artists who transformed the British Music Industry. He follows the bands who took this to a peak in the 80s and 90s before ending with a few of the artists who took it forward into the new millennium.

2PM – 4PM
THE SOUNDS FROM THE STREETS – with The Big E

An eclectic mix of Ska, Reggae, Punk, Indie and New Wave.

4PM – 6PM
THE CURATE’S EGG – with Rev. Hannah & Joan
The show where you can dip into two hours of music and chat each week with some UK jazz, global grooves  and even gospel disco.

6PM – 7PM
SIMPLY 70s – with Tony King

Tony treats you to an hour of tracks from his favourite decade of music. Warning! This show may, and quite often does,  contain cheesy 70s presenter links!

7PM – 8PM
THE OTHER STUFF – with Thomas Harper
Thomas has an hour of artistes and bands you know with songs you may not.

8PM – 10PM
CURVEBALL – with Joe Graham
Sponsored by The Early Doors Club, making high quality live music more accessible across Greater Manchester, right on your doorstep.

A veritable feast of musical genres, brand new indie & alternative releases, off-kilter tunes, local artists and classic tracks from yesteryear.

10PM – 11PM
THE DEUCE MUSIC RADIO SHOW – with Matt Barker

New music releases by artists from all over the world.

11PM Sunday – 5PM Monday
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Tunes to keep you company through the night and into Monday until our next live show.

 

~ Mon 2nd Nov 2026 ~

5PM – 6.30PM
‘ARRY’S OTHER ANTHEMS – with ‘Arry No H
‘Arry takes your music requests and dedications, asks what you’ve been up to over the weekend, invites you to take part in The Impossible Quiz and give your thoughts on his topic of the week.

6.30PM – 8PM
SENT FROM THE STANDS
Supported by Jamie Burke – your personal local estate agent.

The team discuss the latest talking points from the world of football, from The Premier to local Non-League.

Join the conversation via WhatsApp on 0161 524 2929 or email Studio@RadioM29.uk

8PM – 9.20PM
IN THE BIN –with Carl McNamara & guests
Carl and his guests tackle all things Rugby League through a local lens.

9.20PM Mon 2nd  – 5PM Fri 6th Nov.
MUSIC WITHOUT SPEAKERS
Non-stop music throughout the week, 24 hours a day, until our next live show.