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50 Years 3FM – Some Dutch radio history Posted by Sten on Oct 3, 2015
This week, Dutch radio channel 3FM turned 50 years old. The public channel is one of the most popular and hip ones on the air, in particular with its by now legendary morning show host Giel Beelen. Its main audience is today’s youth, 15-35 year-olds. A lot of different styles are played, from rock to…
The Glass House – Leiden Posted by heather on Dec 22, 2011
Last year around this time I told you about an event that was happening in the Netherlands. The event was 3FM’s Serious Request and involves three DJ’s being locked in a glass house for six days. During this time they eat nothing but fruit and vegetable juices (often in jaw-dropping combinations), provide 24/7 music coverage…