Radio Studio 54 Network facts for kids
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| Broadcast area | FM frequencies in Italy (Calabria, Sicily and Apulia) and but also broadcasting worldwide with internet streaming |
| Frequency | FM 101.8, 102.9, 106.4MHz a Reggio Calabria Jonica 102, 105.7, 106.3 MHz Reggio Calabria Tirreno, Vibo Valentia, Lamezia Terme 106.5 Crotone, Cosenza Tirreno 95.8, 96.2 MHz Cosenza, Rende, Savuto Crotone 106.5 MHz 95.8 MHz Sibaritide, Rossano, Corigliano 93.5 MHz Castrovillari 106.5 MHz Messina 106.3 MHz Lecce |
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| Language(s) | Italian |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Francesco Massara |
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First air date
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June 6, 1985 |
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38°14′00″N 16°16′00″E / 38.233333°N 16.266667°E |
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| Webcast | Studio 54 Network |
| Website | www.studio54network.it |
Radio Studio 54 Network, also known as Studio 54 Network, is a private radio station from Italy. It is based in Locri, a city in the Calabria region.
This radio station broadcasts on FM radio waves. It reaches nine different areas across five regions in southern Italy. These areas include Messina, Reggio Calabria, Vibo Valentia, Catanzaro, Cosenza, Crotone, Lecce, Potenza, and Salerno.
Studio 54 Network plays lots of popular music. It also shares news updates 28 times a day, so listeners always know what's happening.
Il bello della musica è che quando ti colpisce non senti dolore
—Bob Marley, Studio 54 Network motto
Contents
The Story of Studio 54 Network
How the Radio Station Started
Studio 54 Network began on June 6, 1985. It was the idea of Pietro Parretta and Francesco Massara. They started it with Enzo Gatto, Memmo Minniti, and Pietro Musmeci. The station's first name was Radio DJ Studio Club 54.
Like many free radio stations back then, it started as a fun hobby. But by the early 1990s, the founders realized it could be more than just a game. They wanted to make it a real career.
Becoming a Professional Station
In 1990, a new law called the Mammì law changed how radio stations worked in Italy. This law helped turn radio hobbies into proper businesses.
In 1991, Studio 54 Network became one of the first radio stations in Calabria to use Radio Data System. This technology helps your radio show you the station's name or song titles.
New Technology and Growth
In 1994, the station started using digital technology for its broadcasts. This made the sound quality much better than older analog systems. Studio 54 Network was the first in Calabria to do this. It was also one of the first in Italy to use this technology fully for radio.
Since 1995, the station grew even more. It bought other radio businesses in Calabria. This helped Studio 54 Network reach more listeners. It expanded beyond its original area to other parts of Calabria and nearby regions.
In 1997, it was one of the first Italian radios to try broadcasting online. They experimented with webcasting using a technology called Real Audio.
In 1998, the station officially changed its name to "Studio 54 Network".
Stargate: Radio on the Go
In 2000, Studio 54 Network built its first mobile studio, called Stargate. This was a big step! It meant the radio could broadcast live from public places. They could go to events and connect with crowds directly.
What's On the Radio?
Studio 54 Network has many different shows. Here are some of them:
- 54 News: Quick news updates every hour, from 7 AM to 9 PM.
- Soundtracks - il cinema alla radio: Music from movies, played at 8:40 AM, 3:10 PM, and 11:00 PM.
- Promodisco: New music releases, played at 12:40 PM, 5:40 PM, and 7:40 PM.
- History Time with Luciano Procopio: Stories from the past, at 1:30 PM, 11:30 PM, and 5:10 AM.
- Area 54 - All days: A daily show at 2:30 PM and 9:30 PM.
- Pezzi da 90: Hits from the 90s, played at 10:00 PM.
- Rock Italia: Italian rock music, at 8:40 AM, 9:45 AM, 9:20 PM, and 11:45 PM.
- Italia in Prima Pagina: News and deeper discussions, from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
- Rock Collection: More rock music, at 2:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
- 54 Disco Hit: Dance and disco hits, at 7:30 AM, 1:00 PM, 6:00 PM, and 10:00 PM.
- Rock a Mezzanotte: Rock music after midnight.
- Action Parade: A special music selection, at 9:45 AM and 10:20 PM.
- The Ultimate Ipod Collection: A collection of popular songs, at 10:20 AM and 2:20 AM.
- Edizione Limitata: Limited edition music, at 8:40 PM and 3:40 AM.
- Concerto Impossibile: A unique concert experience, at 3:20 AM and 8:40 PM.
- Emozioni: Emotional music, starting at 11:30 PM.
- Dejà vu: Classic songs, starting at 12:30 PM.
- Celebrity: Music from famous artists, at 10:10 AM and 9:30 PM.
- Storie: Stories and narratives, at 2:00 PM and 6:40 PM.
Who Works at Studio 54 Network?
Current Team Members
- Owner: Francesco Massara is in charge of the station.
- Sound Technicians: Giuseppe Romeo, Mimmo De Marco, Piero Fiumanò, and Vincenzo Macrì make sure the sound is perfect.
- Presenters: Luciano Procopio, Rossella Laface, Enzo DiChiera, Marika Torcivia, Demetrio Malgeri, Franco Siciliano, Paolo Sia, and Mara Rechichi are the voices you hear on air.
- Music Librarian: Daniela Panetta organizes all the music.
- Music Programmers: Francesco D'Augello and Daniela Panetta choose what music gets played.
Past Team Members
Many people have worked at Studio 54 Network over the years. Some of them include Memmo Minniti, Tommaso Massara, Clementina Parretta, Enzo Gatto, Francesca Ritorto, Pino Martelli, Espedita Rechichi, Sergio Minniti, Gianluca Laganà, Rossana Pedullà, Ugo La Macchia, Paolo Guerrieri, Antonio Lombardo, Rosy Carelli, Giuseppe Galluzzo, Peppe Lentini, Paolo Guerrieri, Chiara Mearelli, Luca Filippone, Enrico Ventrice, Valentina Ammirato, Massimo Apa, Emily and Debora LoGiacco, Barbara Costa, Pasquale Fragomeni, Roberta Rupo, Veronica De Biase, Valentina Geracitano, Francesco Cunsolo, Francesco Parasporo, Antonella Romeo, Eleonora Femia, Rosana and Regina Garofalo, Debora Sainato, Ugo Lully Tommaselli, Pino Trecozzi, Luigi Grandinetti, Eddy and Ottavia Lombardo, Antony Greco, Sandro Pascuzzo, Giuseppe Evalto, and Stefania Morabito.
Studio 54 LiveTour: The Traveling Show
Studio 54 LiveTour is a special outdoor event. It started in 2000. This show travels to different places and is also broadcast live online. It lasts all day and features special guests, music, games, and a disco party. It's a fun way for the radio station to connect with its audience in person.
Studio 54 Angels: The Event Team
The 54 Angels are a special team of girls who represent Studio 54 Network. They help with all the station's outdoor activities. Since 2010, they have also become a team that helps animate any event, whether it's organized by Studio 54 Network or not.
They have special vehicles like jeeps and convertibles. This helps them get to events quickly. The Studio 54 Network Teams also help companies with promotions and provide services for other agencies. They have a wide selection of hostesses and models from all over Italy.
Studio 54 Stargate: The Mobile Studio
Studio 54 Stargate is a special mobile studio. It's where the radio station does many of its main activities and live broadcasts. It's like a radio and TV studio on wheels!
The Stargate has three parts. One part is for creating audio and video. The other two parts are for producing, editing, and streaming audio and video. This allows Studio 54 Network to broadcast from almost anywhere.
