Location: Eastern Caribbean (Leeward Islands)
Population: ~95,000 (Antigua and Barbuda combined)
Capital: St. John’s
Official Language: English
Currency: Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD)
Time Zone: Atlantic Standard Time (UTC -4)
Calling Code: +1-268
Antigua’s culture is deeply rooted in African, British, and West Indian traditions — and that shows in its vibrant music and radio landscape. Locals celebrate life with sound, especially during Carnival and weekend jam sessions.
Key musical styles on the island include:
Soca – the heartbeat of Antiguan Carnival
Calypso – for storytelling and tradition
Reggae and Dancehall – widely popular with all ages
Gospel, R&B, Hip-Hop, and Afrobeat
Steelpan music — part of the island’s national pride
Antigua boasts a lively mix of FM and online radio stations, offering music, talk shows, local news, and religious programming. Many stations stream online, reaching Antiguans living abroad and Caribbean music lovers worldwide.
Stations often feature a mix of:
English talk & entertainment
Caribbean hits & international music
Live DJs, local personalities, and community updates
365 beaches — one for every day of the year
Warm hospitality and vibrant cultural festivals
Safe, scenic, and full of local flavor
A top stop on Caribbean cruise routes
Rich history of cricket, sugar plantations, and colonial architecture
Listen for: Soca, calypso, gospel, and smooth island voices
Broadcast Language: English
Streaming Options: Yes — many stations stream globally
Popular Shows: Morning call-ins, Sunday gospel, Carnival music specials
Top Genres: Soca, reggae, R&B, local folk