Greatest Hits Radio (North East Scotland)

Greatest Hits Radio North East Scotland is the service formerly known as Northsound 2. It continues that north-east Scottish radio identity within Bauer's classic-hits network, with an audience associated with Aberdeen and the surrounding region.

The programme focuses on recognisable popular songs from the 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. Its selection crosses musical styles within those decades, supplying familiar records rather than an exclusively rock, soul or dance format. Presented shows add company and entertainment between the songs.

The North East Scotland edition carries Ken Bruce's music quiz PopMaster, his Golden Years feature and guest contributions. Zoe Ball's afternoon show includes the 54321 quiz and Lunchtime Anthem requests. Simon Mayo's drivetime adds Confessions to the conversation, with All Request Friday giving listeners the job of choosing the music as the weekend begins.

Beyond those daytime programmes, Jackie Brambles interviews artists in Great Conversations, including names such as Gabrielle and Haircut 100. Jenny Powell's Mixtape brings together selections from the core decades, while Des Paul gives soul, funk and disco a dedicated setting in Rhythm Of The Night. Stephanie Hirst's Spinnin' The Decades introduces records from her own vinyl library, including live requests played from original 45s.

North East Scotland reporting follows industries and services closely associated with the region. Published subjects include the Acorn carbon-capture project near Peterhead, North Sea energy developments and the progress of a cancer centre in Aberdeen. Workplace safety and medical research appear alongside those stories, giving the former Northsound 2 edition a local news dimension beyond its shared music programme.