Sunrise Radio 972 AM live
The UK's Biggest Asian Mix
Sunrise Radio at a glance
About Sunrise Radio
Sunrise Radio is one of the most famous names in British Asian broadcasting. Since 1989 it has brought Bollywood, Bhangra and British Asian hits to listeners in London and beyond, and it describes itself as the UK's number one commercial Asian radio station. On this page you can listen to Sunrise Radio live online for free.
The UK's first 24-hour Asian station
Sunrise Radio was awarded a licence in 1989 and officially launched on 5 November 1989, becoming the first 24-hour radio station in the UK made specifically for Asian listeners. Based in Southall, West London, it started on 1413 AM and later moved to 1458 AM, becoming a household name in Asian homes across the capital. When the 1458 frequency was sold in 2014, Sunrise relaunched on new AM frequencies, including 972 AM, and today it also broadcasts on DAB, online and through the Sunrise Radio app.
What you will hear
Sunrise Radio plays the latest Bollywood film songs, Bhangra, Punjabi hits and British Asian music, along with classic tracks that families have loved for decades. Presenters host lively shows full of requests, dedications, competitions and celebrity interviews, and listeners can message the studio to take part. The station also covers community news, events and festivals such as Diwali, Eid and Vaisakhi, and its long history means it has a special place in the hearts of many British Asian families in Southall, Hounslow, Ealing and beyond.
How to listen to Sunrise Radio
Sunrise Radio broadcasts on AM in London, including 972 AM, and is also available on DAB digital radio, online and through the Sunrise Radio app. The easiest way is to press play above, and the Sunrise Radio live stream starts straight away on your phone, tablet or computer, wherever you are. If you enjoy Asian radio, you may also like Lyca Radio, Lyca Gold, BBC Asian Network, Panjab Radio and Radio XL, all available on our site.
For Bollywood, Bhangra and the sound of British Asian London since 1989, Sunrise Radio remains a true pioneer.
- 100% free, no sign-up
- Live stream, 24 hours a day
- Listen from anywhere
- Works on phone and computer
How to listen to Sunrise Radio 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
Sunrise Radio plays right in your browser, with nothing to install.
Sunrise Radio schedule
- Night Life01:00–04:00
- Night Life04:00–06:00
- The Breakfast Show06:00–09:00
- Shabnam Sahi09:00–12:00
- Kavita Kukar12:00–16:00On now
- The Drive Time Show16:00–19:00
- Late & Live19:00–22:00
- Night Life22:00–01:00
Frequently asked questions
Sunrise Radio launched on 5 November 1989 as the UK's first 24-hour radio station for Asian listeners.
Sunrise Radio is based in Southall, West London.
Press play at the top of this page to listen to Sunrise Radio live for free. It is also on AM in London, DAB and the Sunrise Radio app.
Sunrise Radio plays Bollywood, Bhangra, Punjabi and British Asian music, plus classic Asian hits.
Yes. You can listen to Sunrise Radio live for free here on UK Radio Stations, 24 hours a day.
Yes. Sunrise Radio 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 Sunrise Radio 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 Asian station meanwhile. UK Radio Stations checks every stream automatically.