For some weeks before launch the station was in pre-recorded test transmissions before the station launched at 10am on 2 September 2006 to the sound of many different people from around the coverage area wishing the station luck.
For some weeks before launch the station was in test transmissions, allowing listeners a sneak preview of the station, without having to put up with presenters or commercials. The station launched a 10am on 2 September 2006 to the sound of many different people from around the coverage area wishing the station luck.