Capital XTRA is a national digital urban music radio station in the UK, owned and operated by Global. Launched in 1990 as Choice FM, it rebranded to Capital XTRA in 2013. The station specializes in hip-hop, R&B, grime, and dance music, targeting a young urban audience.
Broadcasting across the UK on DAB digital radio, as well as on 96.9 FM in South London and 107.1 FM in North London, Capital XTRA offers a mix of contemporary urban music and specialist shows. Its lineup features popular presenters like Robert Bruce and Shayna Marie on weekday breakfast, and Yasser on drivetime.
The station is known for playing the latest hip-hop and R&B hits, as well as showcasing emerging UK talent in grime and afrobeats. Capital XTRA also hosts live events and maintains a strong online and social media presence, engaging with its audience through various platforms.
As part of the Global radio network, Capital XTRA has established itself as one of the UK's leading urban music stations, consistently attracting a large audience of music lovers and trendsetters.