Traxx Radio, stylised as ''traxx'', was an independent digital media broadcaster based in

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, Australia. Its mission statement was "to support independent artists by connecting listeners to music that has meaning for them". It first started broadcasting in March 2008.

Programming and content

The station primarily broadcast

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and other indie subgenres. It broadcast live from its Brisbane studio 24 hours a day via two

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—56 kbit/s and 128 kbit/s. It used

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streaming technology. Its programming consisted of one weekly, locally produced flagship programme and four pre-packaged programmes from podcast producers around the world. The remainder of its schedule was solely indie music, with occasional live presentation by its staff. The station was often credited by independent artists for supporting their career.

References

{{Reflist Internet radio stations in Australia Defunct radio stations in Australia Radio stations established in 2008