Capital Dance is the UK's official dance music station, launched on October 1, 2020. Broadcasting nationwide on DAB digital radio and online, it plays contemporary and current electronic dance music 24/7. The station is part of the Capital network owned by Global.
Programming
Capital Dance features a mix of dance anthems, club mixes, and live DJ sets. Key shows include:
- Breakfast with Charlie Powell: Weekdays 7-11am
- Afternoons with Matty Chiabi: Weekdays 12-4pm
- Drive with MistaJam: Monday-Saturday 4-7pm
- Club Capital Dance: Friday-Saturday nights with Sam Lavery (7-10pm) and Sarah Devine (10pm-1am)
History
The station was created as a spin-off from Capital, following the success of Heart Dance and the reorientation of Capital Xtra towards urban music. It quickly gained popularity, reaching a weekly audience of 1 million listeners by September 2024.
Capital Dance aims to bring high-energy dance music to listeners across the UK, establishing itself as the go-to station for electronic and dance music fans.