Opening the station,
HOT 102.7FM's managing director Lloyd Madurai said, "Today, we change the landscape of radio in South Africa, setting the benchmark for world-class radio, radio of the highest standard."
"Today, we stand proud knowing that a dream has become a reality for many, put together by an amazing team of professionals who are passionate about radio. A team who still feel the sheer sense of excitement each time the microphone is turned on in the studio. We have succeeded despite the determination of many in the industry to keep us off the air," added Madurai.
The station boasts a programming line-up of seasoned radio professionals including:
- Tony Murrell
- Simon Hill
- Bunny Majaja
- John Walland
- Ragani Achary
- Mark Pilgrim
- Ursula Chikane
- Simon Parkinson
- Keo Rapetse
- Dylan Rogers
- Michael Avery
- Carolyn Steyn
- Treasure Tshabalala
- Kevin Savage
- Shane 'The Duke' Wellington
- Rob Vega
- Devon Dalbock
- Mzi Kaka
- Simone Trethaway, and
- Benjy Mudie.
"If we're having fun on-air, the spirit translates through this magic medium of radio into the psyche of our listeners and uplifts their spirit and makes them feel great," says Madurai.
HOT 102.7FM will also aim to play a meaningful role in the community through its association with the HOT CARES Charity.
"With this huge reach across the entire Johannesburg region, and knowing the good hearts of our listeners, I am very confident that we can do more to assist in alleviating a lot of those in our community who need assistance — especially in these times," concludes Madurai.
HOT 102.7FM transmits on
FM, on DSTV Channel 822 and streams online via
www.hot1027.co.za.
For more information, visit
www.hot1027.co.za or contact Lloyd Madurai on 010 157 1027.