VOA1
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| Broadcast area | Worldwide (online, or via syndication to selected stations) |
|---|---|
| Branding | VOA1 |
| Programming | |
| Format | CHR/Top 40 |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Voice of America |
| Links | |
| Website | www.voanews.com |
VOA1 is a music radio service of the Voice of America. It is currently available in different forms: 24-hour online webcast, and as a syndicated program on selected stations worldwide, as well as on the main feed of VOA radio.
VOA1 airs Top 40-formatted music, with 5-minute newscasts on the top of the hour. In addition, it also airs special programming (such as Jazz America).
History
In 1985, VOA Europe was created as a special service in English that was relayed via satellite to AM, FM, and cable affiliates throughout Europe. With a contemporary format including live disc jockeys, the network presented top musical hits as well as VOA news and features of local interest (such as "EuroFax") 24 hours a day. VOA Europe was closed down without advance public notice in January, 1997 as a cost-cutting measure. It was followed by VOA Express, which from July 4, 1999 revamped into VOA Music Mix. Since November 1, 2014, VOA Music Mix was rebranded as VOA1.