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About Legacy FM
Legacy 90.1 FM is a Manchester community radio station rooted in the city's African and Caribbean communities. Broadcasting from Moss Side on 90.1 FM, on DAB and online, it mixes music of Black origin with talk, community information, debate and presenter-led shows, and it invites listeners to feel the vibe. On this page you can listen to Legacy 90.1 FM live online for free.
Manchester's African and Caribbean voice
Legacy 90.1 FM has been part of Manchester radio since 2008, and it describes itself as the city's only African and Caribbean community radio station. Based in Moss Side, an area with a long and proud African-Caribbean history, it gives local people a platform to present, share their music and discuss the issues that matter to them. The station runs community projects and themed programming, such as Black History Month, cost of living shows and International Women's Day specials, and it works with partners across the city.
What you will hear
Legacy plays music of Black origin in all its forms: reggae, lovers rock and dancehall, soul and R&B, gospel, Afrobeats and highlife, hip hop and jazz. Presenters host their own shows with selections that reflect their heritage and tastes, alongside talk programmes that explore community issues, culture, health and current affairs. Debate and phone-ins give listeners a voice, and community information helps residents find out about local services and events. It is radio that feels genuinely connected to the area it serves.
How to listen to Legacy 90.1 FM
In Manchester, tune your FM radio to 90.1. Legacy is also available on DAB and online. The easiest way is to press play above, and the Legacy 90.1 FM live stream starts straight away on your phone, tablet or computer. If you live in Manchester, you may also enjoy Unity Radio 92.8 FM, BBC Radio Manchester and Oldham Community Radio, and reggae fans can find UK Roots FM on our site.
For music of Black origin and community voices in Manchester, Legacy 90.1 FM helps you feel the vibe.
- 100% free, no sign-up
- Live stream, 24 hours a day
- Listen from anywhere, at 128 kbps
- Works on phone and computer
How to listen to Legacy FM live
In 3 simple steps, with nothing to install.
- 01Press play
Click the "Listen live" button at the top of this page.
- 02Wait a moment
The live stream starts loading within a few seconds.
- 03Enjoy
Legacy FM plays right in your browser, with nothing to install.
Frequently asked questions
Legacy broadcasts on 90.1 FM in Manchester, plus DAB and online.
Legacy 90.1 FM has been part of Manchester radio since 2008.
Legacy 90.1 FM broadcasts from Moss Side, Manchester.
It broadcasts music of Black origin, talk, debate and community information for Manchester's African and Caribbean communities.
Yes. You can listen to Legacy FM live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. Legacy FM plays in your phone’s browser on Android or iPhone — there is no app to install. Just open this page and press play.
Yes. Connect your phone to the car stereo by Bluetooth or cable, open Legacy FM here on UK Radio Stations and enjoy the live stream on the road.
If the stream does not load, wait a few seconds and press play again — some streams take a moment to connect. You can also refresh the page or try another station meanwhile. UK Radio Stations checks every stream automatically.