
Archived material from the original broadcast days of the station, plus new archives from the online stream.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 990 | Founded | 21 years ago |
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Instant nostalgia. Awesomeness. Thanks Mr Johnston. The good ole years of music radio...
great memories, very sad that capital was forced to shut-down. I was at school in Durban those days, and no trip to beach was without Capital 604... thanks guys.
An amazing collection of broadcasts by Capital radio in South Africa throughout the 80s and early 90s, including news and advertising (very weird to hear cigarettes advertised). I grew up in Johannesburgh during the 80s and 90s, and couldn't receive Capital, but every episode has still been a nostalgic trip. Having been pretty young during the apartheid era, and having listened to these podcasts, I have a new understanding of what was going on around me back then. This has been one of the most i... more
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This show leans into nostalgia-driven music history, presenting archival Capital Countdown selections alongside newly surfaced material from the station's days on air. Episodes weave chart recaps, artist anecdotes, production quirks, and local South African flavor into a relaxed, advert-free listening experience, often including listener interaction and behind-the-scenes trivia that give context to 1980s–1990s hits. A standout angle is the blend of classic countdown storytelling with contemporary access via apps and social media, plus occasional long-form reflections on regional music scenes and broadcasting history that appeal to fans of retro radio and local culture.
Overall, it likely attracts listeners who enjoy long-form storytelling ... more
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