Radio Browser
A community-maintained open database of internet radio streams with no company behind it, which is why the odd little stations survive there.
Opens in a new tab. We do not control this site and it may have changed since we catalogued it.
How to get the most from it
Radio Browser sits in World Radio under Wander, filed as a minute.
- Give it one round. There is nothing to finish and nothing lost by leaving.
- It works on a phone or a desktop, so open it on whatever is nearest.
- Turn the sound up or put headphones on — it needs audio.
- No account needed — you can start without signing up.
- Go in expecting something useful and clever.
About this category: Radio stations plotted on a map or sorted by decade. The fastest way to feel like you are somewhere else without leaving the tab.
Good for
- A one-round break between tasks
- Getting something practical done
- Being impressed by a clever idea
- Killing time on your phone
- Trying it with zero commitment
Radio Browser: quick answers
Is Radio Browser free?
Yes. Radio Browser is free to use and needs no account.
Do I need an account to use Radio Browser?
No. You can use Radio Browser without signing up for anything.
Does Radio Browser work on a phone?
Yes. Radio Browser works on phones as well as desktop browsers.
Is Radio Browser safe for work?
Yes, we file it as safe for work. It does need sound, so bring headphones.
How long does Radio Browser take?
We file it as "A minute": One quick round, then you can leave.
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