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Legacy 90.1FM

Legacy 90.1FM

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Legacy 90.1FM is a Manchester community radio station rooted in the city’s African and Caribbean communities. Broadcasting from Moss Side and serving Manchester on FM, DAB and online, the station mixes music of Black origin with talk, community information, debate and presenter-led shows that feel connected to the area it serves.

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About Legacy 90.1FM

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Frequencies & locations:

  • FM – 90.1 FM in Manchester
  • DAB – DAB in Manchester
  • Online – Live stream via Radio Player UK

Legacy 90.1FM has been part of Manchester radio since 2008 and describes itself as the only African and Caribbean community radio station in the city. That is not just branding fluff. The station’s whole identity is built around serving communities in Moss Side, Hulme and the surrounding areas, giving a platform to Black voices, supporting grassroots talent and making space for stories and conversations that often get ignored elsewhere.

The station’s mission is stronger than the average community-radio boilerplate because it is tied to real local work. Legacy talks openly about training the next generation, promoting music of Black origin, supporting community campaigns and acting as a communication point for local services. That matters because it gives the station a job beyond entertainment. It is there to inform, engage and represent, not just fill airtime with a playlist and call it local radio.

On air, Legacy 90.1FM blends reggae, soul, R&B, urban soul and wider Black music culture with talk, interviews and community-led content. The schedule is packed with named presenters rather than anonymous automation, which gives the station real personality. For listeners in Manchester, especially those who want a station that reflects the city’s African and Caribbean communities properly, Legacy 90.1FM offers something far more rooted and distinctive than a generic commercial service.

Notable shows & presenters are:

  • Ian "Baseline" Smith - Smooth Urban Soul: Ian "Baseline" Smith presents Smooth Urban Soul on Thursdays, bringing urban news, a Single of the Week feature, Who Did It Best and a mix of underplayed classics and newer releases.
  • Denise Southworth - The Music Of Black Origin Show: Denise Southworth fronts The Music Of Black Origin Show, a Friday programme that ranges from Negro spirituals through to current artists while also featuring local guests and community success stories.
  • Natural Mystic - Natural Mystic Show: Natural Mystic is one of the long-standing Legacy voices, specialising in roots, rock and reggae and hosting a Monday evening show built around that sound-system tradition.
  • Fitzy B - Sunday Groove / The Infusion Show: Fitzy B appears on both Sunday Groove and The Infusion Show, giving Legacy a recognisable weekend and Monday presence with music-led output tied closely to the station’s long-running vibe.
  • Michael H - Inner-City Sounds Breakfast Show: Michael H hosts the Inner-City Sounds Breakfast Show on Tuesday and Friday mornings, opening the day with three hours of music and a stronger community-radio feel than a generic breakfast link show.

Contact Information

Official website:
https://legacy901.com/

Studio email:
admin@legacy901.co.uk

Studio / Office:
0161 222 0292

Postal address:
Legacy 90.1FM
Moss Side
Manchester
M15 5WD

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Legacy90.1FM/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/legacy90.1fm/

X / Twitter: https://x.com/Legacy901FM

Legacy 90.1FM FAQ

What is Legacy 90.1FM?
Legacy 90.1FM is a Manchester community radio station serving African and Caribbean communities with music, discussion, local information and presenter-led shows.

Where is Legacy 90.1FM based?
Legacy 90.1FM is based in Moss Side, Manchester, and serves listeners across the city on FM, DAB and online.

What kind of music does Legacy 90.1FM play?
Legacy 90.1FM focuses heavily on music of Black origin, including reggae, soul, R&B, urban soul and related genres, alongside community talk and specialist shows.

Can I listen to Legacy 90.1FM online?
Yes. Legacy 90.1FM streams online as well as broadcasting on FM and DAB in Manchester, so you can listen through Radio Player UK wherever you are.

Is Legacy 90.1FM a community radio station?
Yes. Legacy 90.1FM operates as a community radio station and Community Interest Company, with a mission focused on representation, local voices, training and community support.