VOA1
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| Broadcast area | Worldwide (online, or via syndication to selected stations) |
| Branding | VOA1 |
| Programming | |
| Language | English, Spanish |
| Format | Top 40/CHR |
| Network | Voice of America |
| Ownership | |
| Owner | Voice of America |
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| Webcast | Listen live |
| Website | www |
VOA1 is a music radio service that is operated by Voice of America, an American international broadcasting company. Voice of America is headquartered in Washington, D.C. VOA's service primarily include continuous 24-hour online webcasts on stations internationally. Additionally, VOA1 is prominently featured on the primary feed of VOA radio.
The programming on VOA1 primarily follows a Top 40 music format, with 5-minute newscasts presented at the start of each hour.
In 1985, VOA Europe was established as a special radio service in English, accessible through satellite to AM, FM, as well as cable affiliates throughout Europe. With a contemporary format including live disc jockeys, the network presented top musical hits, VOA news, and features of local interest 24 hours a day.
VOA Europe was closed down without public notice in January 1997 as a cost-cutting measure. It was succeeded by VOA Express, which, from July 4, 1999, was revamped into VOA Music Mix. On November 1, 2014, VOA Music Mix was rebranded as VOA1.[1][2]