JEDDAH, 17 July 2005 — The global satellite radio pioneer “World Space” will now be available in Saudi Arabia. World Space brings with it a wide range of music and news.
It provides listeners with world-class programmers offering a unique combination of popular local, regional and international audio content from around the world — all in digital quality sound.
It is the only company offering radio service globally using dedicated satellites. It provides a unique opportunity to our customers to listen to their favorite music and news from a wide range of renowned international broadcasters.
Also expatriates in all GCC countries would be able to tune in to their favorite radio station from home. Listeners who subscribe to World Space can choose from over 50 digital quality audio stations providing a mix of music, market-specific multilingual news, current affairs, talk shows, financial information, sports and weather report.
World Space has dedicated channels for country music, jazz, classical music, rock, pop etc...
Other categories of music on air include Arabic, African, European Classical, Carnatic, Hindustani, contemporary, country, modern, oldies, pop, rock, urban and soul among others.
An ideal companion for weekend seaside campers, desert drivers, travelers, long distance drivers across the length and breadth of Middle East with 24 hours of uninterrupted entertainment and news.
Stations currently broadcasting through World Space include Radio Monte Carlo-(RMC)-Arabic, Orient (Arabic), Channel Islam International, Maestro, The System, World Zone, Virgin Radio, Radio Caroline UK, Orbit Rock, The Hop, UPop, Bob, World Zone, Potion, Up Country, Gandharv (Hindustani classical music), Jankaar (latest Hindi Songs), Farishta (old Hindi songs), RFI International, Radio Indigo, National Public Radio (NPR)-USA, Fox News, BBC World Service, BBC Arabic, BBC Africa, CNN International, Fox News, Bloomberg Radio, talkSport, RM Radio, KL Radio and world Radio Network (WRN) to mention a few.
“Listening to World Space satellite radio in my car is an amazing experience especially when you are away from the rest of the world” said Mohammed Al-Amoudi an ardent and regular World Space listener.
The service currently broadcasts in a number of languages including Arabic, English, French, German, Hindi, Malayalam, Swahili, Kanada, Tamil and Bengali.
World Space satellite radio receivers are available in Jeddah, Riyadh and Alkhobar. For more information about World Space in Saudi Arabia e-mail [email protected] or call 050-7950903.
