Triple J is an Australian national radio station operated by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC). It began broadcasting in Sydney in 1975 as 2JJ, later becoming 2JJJ (Triple J) in 1980 when it moved to the FM band. The station expanded nationally throughout the 1990s and now reaches 95% of Australia, including Brisbane and Queensland.

Triple J focuses on alternative and independent music, targeting a youth audience aged 18-24. It plays a significant role in promoting Australian artists, with about 60% of its playlist consisting of local content. The station is known for its annual Hottest 100 countdown, where listeners vote for their favorite songs of the year.

In Brisbane, Triple J broadcasts on 107.7 FM. While it doesn't have a specific Queensland-only stream, the station adapts its programming to different time zones across Australia. Triple J also offers digital radio stations, including Double J for older listeners and Triple J Unearthed for emerging Australian artists.

The station features a mix of music programs, news updates, and youth-oriented current affairs shows like "Hack". Triple J is commercial-free and government-funded, allowing it to take more risks with its programming and support for new and alternative music.

Music and identity

Triple J initially positioned itself as a "punk" brand due to its fringe and often controversial music programming. The first song played on the station, "You Just Like Me 'Cos I'm Good in Bed" by Skyhooks, was banned from other Australian broadcasters due to its salacious content. Today, the station mostly plays modern rock, alt-pop, hip-hop and electronic music.