Original 106 Gold
Always 60s, 70s and 80s
Original 106 Gold is a North East Scotland radio station playing classic hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s. The station focuses on feel-good favourites, vintage pop, Motown, rock and soul, with a strong Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire identity.
About Original 106 Gold
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Frequencies & locations:
- DAB – 11C across North East Scotland
- DAB coverage – Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, including areas from Montrose to Banff and Peterhead
- Online – Listen live online through Radio Player UK
Original 106 Gold brings together the biggest songs from the 60s, 70s and 80s, with a playlist built around familiar classics rather than disposable chart filler. The sound is broad enough to move from The Beatles and Blondie to Phil Collins, Prince, Motown, rock, soul and big singalong pop, which makes it a strong classic hits choice for listeners across Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
The station is part of the Original 106 family, giving it a clear North East Scotland connection rather than feeling like a faceless oldies stream. Original 106 Gold carries the same local feel as the wider Original brand, with music aimed at people who want upbeat, recognisable songs and a lighter alternative to talk-heavy radio.
Original 106 Gold broadcasts on DAB across North East Scotland, with coverage promoted across Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire, including areas from Montrose to Banff and Peterhead. Its mix of 60s, 70s and 80s music gives it a familiar local soundtrack for listeners around Aberdeen, the surrounding towns and the wider North East.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Original 106 Gold: Original 106 Gold is best understood as a music-led classic hits service rather than a presenter-heavy station. The focus is non-stop 60s, 70s and 80s music, with the playlist doing most of the work.
- Always 60s, 70s and 80s: This is the core Gold format, built around classic pop, Motown, rock and soul from three of radio’s strongest music decades. It gives the station a simple, clear identity for listeners who want familiar songs without too much clutter.
- Original 106 local news: Original 106 Gold sits within the wider Original 106 brand, which gives the service a North East Scotland connection and access to the local news identity associated with Original 106 in Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire.
- Original 106 Gold playlist: The station’s recently played and playlist information is useful for classic hits listeners trying to identify songs from the 60s, 70s and 80s after hearing them on the stream.
Contact Information
Official website:
https://www.original106.co.uk/gold/
Studio email:
info@originalfm.com
Studio:
01224 460 106
Postal address:
Original 106
1 Marischal Square
Broad Street
Aberdeen
AB10 1BL
United Kingdom
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/original106gold/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/original106aberdeen/
X / Twitter: https://x.com/original106gold
Original 106 Gold FAQ
What is Original 106 Gold?
Original 106 Gold is a North East Scotland radio station playing classic hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s.
Can I listen to Original 106 Gold online?
Yes. Original 106 Gold streams online, so listeners can hear the station through an internet connection as well as on DAB where available.
Is Original 106 Gold on DAB?
Yes. Original 106 Gold is available on DAB across North East Scotland, including Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.
What music does Original 106 Gold play?
Original 106 Gold plays classic hits from the 60s, 70s and 80s, including pop, Motown, rock, soul and familiar favourites from major artists.
Where is Original 106 Gold based?
Original 106 Gold is part of the Original 106 family in Aberdeen, serving listeners across Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire and the wider North East of Scotland.