Absolute Classic Rock

Absolute Classic Rock is a semi-national digital radio station in the United Kingdom, part of the Absolute Radio Network, owned and operated by Bauer. It offers non-stop classic rock hits to its listeners, with a focus on the biggest guitar anthems in the world​​. The station first aired on December 4, 2000, originally as Virgin Radio Classic Rock, and was rebranded as Absolute Classic Rock on September 29, 2008​​. Broadcasting live across various frequencies, Absolute Classic Rock covers a significant portion of the United Kingdom, from Ayr to London and Wolverhampton to Tyne and Wear, and is also available on Sky (UK only) and Virgin Media​​. In 2010, the station expanded its DAB digital radio coverage in the North of England and other regions, potentially reaching up to 10 million new listeners​. Known for hosting shows like \"Hometime with Bush and Richie\" and \"Non-Stop Classic Rock,\" Absolute Classic Rock has seen personalities like Richard Skinner, Tommy Vance, Alan Freeman, and Alice Cooper as presenters​. The station invites listener engagement through social platforms like Facebook, making the listening experience interactive and engaging​​.