Our Story…
In the 90s, Leicester’s airwaves were filled with pirate radio stations playing music that rarely made it onto mainstream platforms. As these stations began to disappear, the founder of 2Funky Records — Leicester’s iconic record store specialising in Black music (which sadly closed its doors in 2012) — set out to fill the gap.
In 2012, Radio2Funky was born as an internet radio station, becoming a key part of the 2Funky family. With a strong focus on the then-underground music scene — including soul, R&B, hip-hop, jungle, bashment, and drum & bass — Radio2Funky quickly became a station for the community, by the community, powered by local DJs and presenters passionate about Black music and nurturing homegrown talent.
As Radio2Funky grew, so did its influence. Its success spilled over into 2Funky Arts, the organisation’s creative and educational arm, delivering workshops in radio presenting, production, and broadcast skills. This work helped to inspire and develop a new generation of radio talent in Leicester.
Over the years, Radio2Funky has built a loyal audience and supported countless DJs and artists in showcasing their music and artistry. In 2018, the station made history by becoming one of only two in the UK to be awarded an Ofcom FM license, fulfilling its ambition to become Leicester’s first FM radio station dedicated to Black music and arts.
Radio2Funky officially launched on 95.0 FM on 17th July 2020, marking a major milestone in its journey.
Most recently, in May 2025, Radio2Funky successfully renewed its FM license, securing another five years of broadcasting and continuing its mission to amplify Black music and creative voices in the community.