Capital XTRA
The UK's Biggest Hip Hop Station
Capital XTRA is a UK urban music radio station built around hip-hop, grime, R&B, Afrobeats, UK rap and contemporary Black music culture. It is one of Global’s strongest specialist music brands, with a clear identity for listeners who want current urban music, big personalities, artist interviews and club-facing specialist shows.
About Capital XTRA
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Frequencies & locations:
- London FM – Capital XTRA broadcasts on 96.9 FM and 107.1 FM in London.
- DAB Digital Radio – Capital XTRA is available nationally on DAB Digital Radio across the UK.
- Online – Listen to Capital XTRA live online through Radio Player UK.
Capital XTRA focuses on the biggest hip-hop, grime and R&B tracks alongside Afrobeats, UK rap, dancehall-influenced sounds and new music from artists shaping the scene. The station has a sharper musical identity than mainstream pop radio, with a playlist built around urban music culture rather than broad chart hits.
The station’s schedule mixes daytime presenter-led shows with specialist programming and DJ-led output. Capital XTRA Breakfast with Robert Bruce and Shayna Marie anchors the morning, while Omah Howard, Toni Phillips, Yasser and Kamilla Rose keep the daytime and evening flow centred on hip-hop, R&B and listener interaction.
Capital XTRA also has heavyweight specialist credibility through names such as Manny Norte, DJ Semtex, Ras Kwame, Teeshow and Afro B. That gives the station proper depth: it can serve casual listeners who want big tracks, but also has enough specialist programming to feel connected to UK rap, grime, Afrobeats, hip-hop history and R&B culture.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Capital XTRA Breakfast with Robert Bruce & Shayna Marie: Robert Bruce and Shayna Marie host Capital XTRA Breakfast, waking listeners up with hip-hop, R&B, entertainment, listener interaction and the biggest tracks on the station.
- Omah Howard: Omah Howard presents daytime Capital XTRA programming, bringing hip-hop and R&B tracks through the late morning.
- Toni Phillips: Toni Phillips presents weekday afternoons on Capital XTRA, keeping the station moving with non-stop hip-hop and R&B.
- Yasser: Yasser hosts Capital XTRA’s drivetime show, bringing energy, new music and listener features to the end of the day.
- Kamilla Rose: Kamilla Rose presents evening programming on Capital XTRA, connecting listeners with new music, culture and the station’s urban sound.
- Manny Norte: Manny Norte is one of Capital XTRA’s key specialist names, known for DJ-led shows, hip-hop, R&B and club-facing music.
- DJ Semtex: DJ Semtex brings major hip-hop credibility to Capital XTRA, with artist interviews, rap culture and specialist music programming.
- Ras Kwame: Ras Kwame presents specialist programming on Capital XTRA, with a strong connection to UK music, club sounds and Black music culture.
- Teeshow: Teeshow is part of Capital XTRA’s specialist line-up, bringing DJ-led energy and contemporary urban music to the schedule.
- Afrobeats with Afro B: Afro B presents Capital XTRA’s Afrobeats show, focused on Afrobeats, African artists and the global sound of modern Black music.
- Temi Jonah: Temi Jonah is part of the Capital XTRA presenter line-up, contributing to the station’s mix of hip-hop, R&B and culture-led radio.
- Jojo Silva: Jojo Silva presents early morning programming on Capital XTRA, keeping the station’s hip-hop and R&B sound running into breakfast.
Contact Information
Studio email:
customer.support@global.com
Studio:
0330 33 33 131
Postal address:
Capital XTRA
Global
30 Leicester Square
London
WC2H 7LA
United Kingdom
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/capitalxtra
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/capitalxtra
X / Twitter: https://x.com/CapitalXTRA
Capital XTRA FAQ
What type of music does Capital XTRA play?
Capital XTRA plays hip-hop, grime, R&B, Afrobeats, UK rap, urban music and specialist DJ-led shows.
Can I listen to Capital XTRA live on Radio Player UK?
Yes. You can listen to Capital XTRA live on Radio Player UK using the player on this page.
Who presents Capital XTRA Breakfast?
Capital XTRA Breakfast is presented by Robert Bruce and Shayna Marie.
How can I contact Capital XTRA?
You can contact the Capital XTRA studio by calling 0330 33 33 131 or texting 61236. Global customer support is also available on 0333 200 2000.
Where is Capital XTRA based?
Capital XTRA is part of Global and is based at 30 Leicester Square, London, WC2H 7LA.