John Power
John Power’s distinguished career is a masterclass in the evolution of the Irish airwaves. A prodigy of the medium, John inaugurated his broadcasting journey at the age of 15, displaying a precocious talent that saw him join Chris Cary’s legendary ‘Magic 103’ by age 17. This early immersion into high-stakes radio set the stage for a four-decade trajectory defined by technical excellence and an innate connection with the listening public.
Following a foundational summer at WLCB Wicklow, John balanced his academic pursuits with a significant tenure at Dublin’s Q102 starting in 1985. His reputation for versatility quickly led to a role within RTÉ Radio 1 Sound Operations. In this capacity, he occupied a pivotal seat in Irish cultural history, managing the technical execution and musical curation for the iconic Gay Byrne Show. This period of professional refinement was further punctuated by his selection for RTÉ 2FM’s ‘New Voices’ and a subsequent move to Century Radio.
John’s career is distinguished by his rare ability to dominate diverse demographics and musical landscapes. His tenure hosting Drivetime on ROCK 104 remains a benchmark in Irish commercial radio, where he commanded a staggering 14% share of the Dublin radio market.
Throughout his broadcasting journey, John has demonstrated a sophisticated mastery of various broadcast formats, including:
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Alternative & Mainstream: Radio Nova and 949 The Rock.
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Niche & Cultural: Dublin’s Country and Choice FM.
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Contemporary & Easy Listening: FM104 and various AC (Adult Contemporary) platforms.
And now, the Digital Frontier:
This New Chapter of John’s career marks a sophisticated convergence of heritage and innovation. Emerging from a lifelong dedication to the craft, he has embarked on a new journey with Lazer Hits. Broadcasting from state-of-the-art, all-digital studios, John currently hosts the Weekend Breakfast Show on FM105.2 and DAB+, bringing his signature warmth and unparalleled experience to a new generation of digital listeners.
