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GlitterBeam

GlitterBeam

Music With Sparkle

GlitterBeam is an LGBTQ+ radio station with a strong London connection, bringing pop anthems, specialist shows, community voices and inclusive broadcasting to listeners online and on DAB in South East London.

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About GlitterBeam

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Frequencies & locations:

  • DAB Digital Radio – Available on DAB across South East London and North Kent
  • Online – Listen live on Radio Player UK and via the official GlitterBeam website
  • Apps & Smart Speakers – Also available through the GlitterBeam app, TuneIn, MyTuner and Alexa

GlitterBeam has carved out a clear identity in UK radio by doing something a lot of stations only pretend to do: sounding genuinely distinctive. It brands itself as 'Music With Sparkle', and that fits. The station leans into pop anthems, queer culture, personality-led radio and a broader sense of inclusion rather than generic commercial filler. That gives it a proper editorial shape instead of just feeling like another online jukebox with a rainbow logo slapped on top.

The station launched on DAB in 2021 and has kept growing since, including becoming available on UK Radioplayer from January 2023. More recently, GlitterBeam expanded its DAB reach into South East London and North Kent, which gives this page a real London angle rather than a fake one. For listeners in and around the capital who want LGBTQ+ radio with actual character, GlitterBeam is not just available online in theory; it now has a stronger footprint on the local digital dial too.

What makes GlitterBeam work is the mix of accessibility and identity. There is enough mainstream pull in the music to keep it easy to listen to, but the schedule goes further than that with themed shows, specialist strands, queer voices and presenters who sound like they are there for a reason. It is built for LGBTQ+ audiences, but not in a narrow way. The station feels open, upbeat and modern, which is exactly why it stands out in a crowded radio market.

Notable shows & presenters are:

  • Joseph - The Breakfast Show: Fronts GlitterBeam’s weekday breakfast show, bringing the station into the day with upbeat chat, music and a presenter-led morning format.
  • Dean Quinton - The DQ Experience: Hosts The DQ Experience, a Friday afternoon show mixing music and news with a strong personality-led style.
  • Jem - Just Jem: Presents Just Jem, a regular weekday slot that adds a lighter, presenter-driven link between daytime and drivetime output.
  • Mike Johnston-Cowley - The Queerly Fabulous Show: Hosts The Queerly Fabulous Show, a Saturday programme built around musical escapism and a clear LGBTQ+ perspective.
  • Debbie - The Debbie Darling Show: Leads The Debbie Darling Show on Saturday evenings, giving the weekend schedule a more characterful specialist edge.
  • David Horton - The David Horton Show: Presents a Sunday evening show focused on Eurovision, covering the contest far beyond the main event in May.

Contact Information

Phone:
+44 0333 090 8160

Postal address:
Email: hello@glitterbeam.co.uk
Location: Dockside Outlet Centre, Maritime Way, Chatham, United Kingdom
Website: https://www.glitterbeam.co.uk/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/glitterbeamuk/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glitterbeamuk/

GlitterBeam FAQ

What is GlitterBeam?
GlitterBeam is an LGBTQ+ radio station playing pop anthems, themed shows and community-focused programming, with a style built around inclusive presenter-led radio.

How can I listen to GlitterBeam live?
You can listen live on Radio Player UK, on the official GlitterBeam website, through the station app, via TuneIn and MyTuner, and on Alexa-enabled devices.

Is GlitterBeam available on DAB in London?
Yes. GlitterBeam expanded onto DAB across South East London and North Kent in January 2026.

What kind of music does GlitterBeam play?
GlitterBeam focuses on pop anthems and accessible music with a strong identity, alongside specialist and personality-led shows.

Which presenters and shows are on GlitterBeam?
Current named shows include The Breakfast Show with Joseph, The DQ Experience with Dean Quinton, Just Jem, The Queerly Fabulous Show with Mike Johnston-Cowley, The Debbie Darling Show, and The David Horton Show.