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Sanctuary Radio – Listen Live!
Chris Stewart founded Horizon Radio in 1981, establishing it as Europe’s first 24-hour soul music station broadcasting from London. As a pioneering figure in the pirate radio movement, he played a key role in developing the station into a major success across London and the Home Counties. Under his leadership, Horizon introduced live outside broadcasts and club events, helping to shape the culture of soul music radio during the early 1980s. The station voluntarily closed in September 1985 as part of a move toward pursuing official licensing.
Talent Discovery
During his time at Horizon Radio, Chris Stewart helped discover and support emerging talent, contributing to the early careers of several influential DJs, including Gilles Peterson, Graham Gold, and Sammy Jacob, who later went on to found Xfm.
Current Work
Chris Stewart remains actively involved in the soul music community.
He currently presents his legendary Global Drivetime Show called Soulful Etiquette on Sanctuary Radio, the legendary Essex-based radio station, where he is a highly respected member of the Sanctuary Radio family. He continues to be recognised and celebrated for his significant contribution to the pirate radio movement of the 1980s.