Traditional Radio 95.0

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Traditional Radio 95.0 (also known as Traditional FM or Al-Shaabiya) is a specialized state-operated Arabic radio station in the Kingdom of Bahrain, broadcasting under the oversight of the Ministry of Information. Dedicated entirely to the preservation and celebration of authentic Gulf and Bahraini folklore, the station serves as a vital cultural repository. It plays a pivotal role in safeguarding the Kingdom's rich intangible heritage by featuring rare recordings, traditional musical forms, and acoustic performances that capture the spirit of Bahrain's historical seafaring, pearl diving, and agricultural communities. The station's programming format focuses heavily on traditional acoustic genres, folk poetry, local arts, and regional cultural discourse. Listeners are treated to specialized broadcasts of authentic Gulf musical genres such as Fijiri, Sawt, Liwa, and Bahri, alongside cultural discussions detailing local history, folklore, poetry, and ancestral traditions. By catering to culture enthusiasts, historians, and older generations, Traditional Radio 95.0 acts as an auditory bridge connecting modern Bahraini society to its deep-rooted artistic legacy. Broadcasting terrestrially on 95.0 FM from Manama and Isa Town, the station reaches audiences across the Kingdom of Bahrain and neighboring areas. In addition to its traditional FM signal, the station extends its reach globally through high-quality HLS digital audio streams provided by the Ministry of Information's official media channels, ensuring that lovers of traditional Arabian Gulf folk music worldwide can tune in seamlessly.

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