# Solar Radio > Stream classic and contemporary soul music broadcast live. (iPhone/iPad app by Solar Broadcasting Ltd.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-radio/id379612961 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Solar Broadcasting Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/933180658) - Category: Music, Entertainment - Price: Free - Rating: 5.00/5 from 7 App Store ratings · 31 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 5 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2010-07-08 - Data updated: 2026-08-12 - Monetization: free - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-radio/id379612961/reviews.md ## What is Solar Radio? This application lets you listen to Solar Radio – 'Your Classic & 21st Century Soul Station' on your iPhone or iPad. Please note that while this application is open and streaming our broadcast, it is constantly downloading data and this can accumulate quickly. You should first ensure that you have a data plan with your operator which allows for this type of use. ## Key features - Live music streaming - Classic soul music - 21st-century soul music - iPhone and iPad compatible - Dedicated soul station ## Recent user reviews (10 of 31) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/solar-radio/id379612961/reviews.md ### 5/5 — Best station for quality Soul music *2026-06-19, version 6.2.0* I use this app all the time to listen to solar on the go. When will there be an option to have this app in CarPlay? ### 3/5 — Drains battery *2024-11-14, version 6.2.0* Music great battery drain when in background on IPhone not so good. ### 5/5 — Awesome *2023-02-15, version 6.1.1* Found this 5 years ago and it gets better every day. I listen from 8am to 6pm every day Superb presenters ### 2/5 — Old and tired app *2019-12-21, version 6.0.6* App needs a lot more work, when will you at lease add songs and artists while they are playing, this isn’t even available on Sonos or even the website. Get it sorted. Some people like to still purchase music... ### 3/5 — App needs more work *2019-07-17, version 6.0.6* Th App itself is fine, the issue arises when you move from wi-fi connection to mobile connection or vice versa. streaming stops. another issue is that you cannot hit play button to restart music from locked screen. hence 3 stars ### 3/5 — Dose the job but boring! *2019-05-27, version 6.0.6* This unlike other reviews this is a review of the app not the radio station. The app is FREE and works fine. It sits sideways on my iPad and won’t rotate when I’m using it. Plays Solar radio but there is a little time delay on iPad with the feed. You can bring up a schedule for shows on the day and that about it. Dose the job but boring radio player. The Jazz fm player will list every song playing and gives you a picture of the album it comes from. Helpful if you want to find or buy the song. There is even a drawing of the presenter as their Show is on. Come on Solar do something more interesting with your app please! You can also listen to Solar on the FREE Radioplayer app with all the radio stations on Sky and local stations not on Sky. That is the best option for Solar radio at the moment. ### 5/5 — Best station for quality soulful music *2019-04-04, version 6.0.6* I have been listening to Solar for over twenty years and the music continues to be great! ### 5/5 — Supaaa Soul Perfect... *2018-10-03, version 6.0.6* Totally hits the spot... Outstanding Soul Vibes 24/7 also available on the move through DAB radio. Keep the fantastic work up guys 🎼 x ### 5/5 — Great Station. You won't be disappointed. *2017-05-16, version 6.0.6* Great soul station with cool presenters and few ads. Plays well over good broadband with no buffering (well it does on mine) It's my go to station every day...and no I don't work Solar Radio. ### 4/5 — NEEDS UPDATING !!! *2017-01-05, version 6.0.0* Had this app installed on my iPhone for a number of years , I listen to this radio station everyday, but since updating to the iPhone 7 , the app hasn't worked !! Please update !!! ## Frequently asked questions about Solar Radio ### What is Solar Radio? Solar Radio is an application that allows you to listen to a live broadcast of 'Your Classic & 21st Century Soul Station' on your iPhone or iPad. It provides a dedicated stream for soul music fans. ### What kind of music can I listen to? You can listen to a mix of classic soul music and contemporary soul music from the 21st century. The app streams a dedicated station for these genres. ### Is this app free to use? Yes, the application is free to download and use. It does not have in-app purchases or advertisements. ### What devices is this app compatible with? This application is designed for use on Apple devices, specifically the iPhone and iPad. ### Will this app use a lot of data? Yes, the application is constantly downloading data while streaming the broadcast. It is recommended to ensure you have a data plan with your operator that allows for this type of usage to avoid unexpected charges. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 6.2.0 — 2024-02-04 Fixes an issue with the programme schedule failing to display. ### 6.1.1 — 2021-04-15 Bug fixes. ### 6.1.0 — 2021-04-03 Bug fixes. ### 6.0.6 — 2017-02-24 Audio player improvements ### 6.0.5 — 2017-02-03 Bug fixes ## Apps similar to Solar Radio | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [FM 80 FUNKY MUSIC - Funk Soul](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/fm-80-funky-music-funk-soul/id6473271960) | — | Free | Music | | [Jazz 91.9 WCLK](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/jazz-919-wclk/id1389370750) | 4.9 (174) | Free | Music | | [Soul Radio+](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soul-radio-plus/id512072848) | 4.8 (469) | Free | Music | | [RNB1 RADIO](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/rnb1-radio/id1535186558) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Music | | [Radio Format thematic radios](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/radio-format-thematic-radios/id6443781494) | 5.0 (1) | Free | Music | | [SoulRadio.com](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/soulradiocom/id660272915) | 3.0 (2) | Free | Music | --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-12.*