📍 🇬🇧 UK
LBC UK
About LBC UK
LBC is a London-based talk and phone-in radio station with a claim few British broadcasters can match: it was the UK’s first licensed commercial radio station, going on air on 8 October 1973, a week before Capital Radio. Owned and operated by Global, it has spent over fifty years doing what it does best, putting callers, politicians, and opinion-makers on the same frequency.
The format is news and talk, no music. If you want someone grilling a cabinet minister at 8am or a late-night caller arguing about something that happened in the news that day, this is where you go. It is a station that runs on argument, and it has built an audience around that.
LBC streams free online at lbc.co.uk, so you can listen anywhere without needing a DAB radio or a UK postcode. The stream runs in AAC at 48 kbps, which is functional rather than hi-fi, but talk radio does not need much bandwidth to come through clearly.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I listen to LBC UK online?
Stream LBC at lbc.co.uk or through the Global Player app. The stream broadcasts at 48 kbps in AAC format and is free to access online.
What kind of radio station is LBC UK?
LBC is a talk and phone-in station based in London. It focuses on news, current affairs, and listener discussion rather than music.
Is LBC UK free to listen to?
Yes. LBC streams free online and is available on FM and DAB+ radio across the UK at no cost.
When did LBC UK first start broadcasting?
LBC began broadcasting on Monday 8 October 1973. It was the UK's first licensed commercial radio station, launching a week before Capital Radio.
What is the audio quality of LBC's online stream?
LBC streams at 48 kbps in AAC format, which is suitable for talk radio and speech-focused content.
Where is LBC UK based?
LBC is based in London and operated by Global, a major UK radio broadcaster.
Station info
Country
🇬🇧 UK
Bitrate
48 kbps
Format
AAC
Status
🟢 Live