Shakedown Radio Podcast
🎶 SHAKE THE WORLD – SHAKEDOWN RADIO PODCAST A Sonic Passport Curated by Veteran Broadcaster Chris Caggs ShakeDown Radio is more than a podcast—it’s a movement, a musical passport, and a celebration of global rhythm culture. Created and hosted by legendary Australian radio personality Chris Caggs, the show delivers a distinctive two-hour blend of RnB, Soul, New Jack Swing, and cutting-edge EDM. Broadcasting from Sydney and reaching global ears, each episode of ShakeDown Radio is crafted with precision, passion, and purpose. It’s about energy. It’s about evolution. And it’s deeply about connection—between genres, generations, and listeners worldwide. --- 🎧 MUSIC DESCRIPTION ShakeDown Radio is a globally syndicated music mix show that fuses soulful melodies, throwback grooves, and fresh underground beats into a signature sound. The experience is equal parts broadcast legacy and club night vibrancy, wrapped into one expertly mixed audio journey. Each episode is a tribute to the art of curation—carefully sequenced sets designed to stir emotion, inspire movement, and spotlight new sounds without sacrificing nostalgia. With its seamless transitions, rich voiceovers, and cultural storytelling, ShakeDown Radio builds musical bridges between the golden days of RnB and the future of global dance music. Core elements of the ShakeDown sound include: • Timeless RnB and Hip Hop classics • Underground club anthems and global grooves • Exclusive white-label promos and unreleased global gems • Seamless DJ transitions and immersive voiceovers • Worldbeat textures inspired by decades of travel across 30+ countries and 30 international cruises --- 📻 A LEGACY IN BROADCASTING Chris Caggs has spent over three decades building one of the most impressive resumes in Australian music broadcasting. With a deep background in community, commercial, and digital radio, Chris has hosted and programmed genre-defining mix shows on: • Pump FM 99.3 / Dance Radio 99.3 / Dance FM 94.5 (Sydney) • DJ-FM 87.6FM (Roberts Media Group – Sydney) • Groove FM 96.9 / 94.5 (Sydney) and 97.3 (Brisbane) • 2RDJ-FM 88.1 (Burwood, Sydney) • Northside Radio 99.3FM (Chatswood) • Urban Movement Radio (Brisbane) • MixxBosses Radio • Starter FM 89.9FM • Liquid Radio Network • OZZ MIXX Dance Radio • 4PLAY.fm (Co-curated with JimmyZ of Wild FM & Nova) • Tune 1 Radio (Perth) • V1Radio (Melbourne) • Mix It Up Radio (Brisbane) • Str8OUT Radio (Melbourne) Across these platforms, Chris has continually delivered memorable radio experiences—showcasing hidden talents, classic tracks, cultural fusions, and global rhythm trends. --- 📰 PRESS FEATURES & MEDIA MENTIONS ShakeDown Radio and Chris’s impact in the industry have been recognized across major publications and radio press, including: • The Music Network • RadioInfo • Request Magazine • Revolver Magazine • Three-D World (3DW) • Scene Magazine (Brisbane) • Groove ON MEDIA • Player FM • North Shore Times • The Queensland Independent • The Place Magazine These features underscore Chris’s dedication to music discovery, diversity in broadcasting, and commitment to supporting emerging artists from every corner of the globe. --- 🌍 A SOUND SHAPED BY GLOBAL TRAVEL What sets ShakeDown Radio apart is its immersive, worldly sonic point of view—crafted from Chris’s personal exploration of over 30 countries and 30 international cruises. His time abroad has taken him across cultural hotbeds and musical epicenters, inspiring a layered and global sound. His travels include: • Europe, Scandinavia & the Baltics: France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Greece, and Croatia • United Kingdom: Seven visits including London, Manchester, and regional towns • Ireland: Dublin and countryside retreats • Asia-Pacific: 13 trips to Singapore, plus Bangkok, Beijing, Hong Kong, Bali, Fiji, Vanuatu, and New Caledonia • New Zealand: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin • Australia: Every capital city • At Sea: 30 cruises aboard Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, P&O Australia, and P&O UK This global immersion fuels the show’s unique ability to connect cultures through music. --- 📡 RADIO SYNDICATION & PARTNERSHIPS ShakeDown Radio is distributed through multiple syndication partners and digital networks, reaching audiences across community radio, digital platforms, and international streaming services. Key broadcast partnerships include: • OZZ MIXX Dance Radio • Liquid Radio Network • 4PLAY.fm (alongside JimmyZ, ex-Wild FM/Nova) The show also airs weekly via the Community Radio Network (CRN), syndicating ShakeDown to over 200 regional radio stations across Australia every Tuesday from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM AEST. --- 🎧 DISTRIBUTION & INDUSTRY PARTNERS Chris keeps ShakeDown Radio fresh and forward-thinking by collaborating with top-tier promo and distribution platforms: • Global PR Pool • Play MPE • Inflyte App • Xelon Digital • Xposed Media • Central Station Records These partners ensure every episode features the latest sounds, rare finds, and exclusive releases. --- 🎙 WHAT TO EXPECT FROM EVERY EPISODE Each episode of ShakeDown Radio is a fully produced and mixed experience. Listeners can expect: • Legendary throwbacks and forgotten B-sides from the golden era of RnB and Hip Hop • Afro-Latin and global club rhythms that energize and uplift • New sounds from underground and international scenes curated for global appeal • Soulful voiceovers and messages from Chris—sharing stories, moments, and community shoutouts • Features from guest DJs, indie artists, and listener dedications ShakeDown is designed to feel immersive—like a live set in your ears, wherever you are in the world. --- 🎯 CAREER HIGHLIGHTS & MILESTONES • Over 1 million podcast streams and downloads • Syndicated to 200+ national stations through CRN • Featured on Apple Podcasts AU/NZ homepage • Spotlighted by Amazon Music Australia (June 30, 2025) • Hosted and produced shows on 16+ radio stations • Profiled in 12+ media publications • Built a global podcast audience across 30+ countries --- 💜 COMMUNITY & CULTURE ShakeDown Radio is more than music—it’s a culture. Through community engagement, online interaction, and real-life travel stories, Chris brings warmth and authenticity to every broadcast. Listeners are regularly featured through: • On-air shoutouts • Social media interactions • Listener-submitted remixes and track suggestions • Station ID drops from DJs, friends, and fans worldwide • Collaborations with artists and labels from across the globe Chris’s conversational tone and personal storytelling create a sense of belonging—whether you’re tuning in from Sydney, Singapore, or Stockholm. --- 🚀 THE FUTURE OF SHAKEDOWN RADIO ShakeDown Radio is just getting started. Chris’s vision is to expand syndication across new platforms, grow the listener base internationally, and deepen ties with record labels, curators, and fellow DJs. Future initiatives include: • Editorial features and homepage promotion on major podcast platforms • Exclusive artist interview segments • Branded live events and online listening parties • Themed episodes celebrating musical movements, global cities, and underrepresented genres • Expanded promotional support for independent artists.
Episodes
🎧 ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs is syndicated weekly on Ozz Mixx Dance Radio – Friday nights from 7 PM to 8 PM (Melbourne time) 📻 Tune in at www.ozzmixxradio.com
🌐 Also streaming 24/7 via the Liquid Radio Network Download the app on:
🎧 ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs is syndicated weekly on Ozz Mixx Dance Radio – Friday nights from 7 PM to 8 PM (Melbourne time) 📻 Tune in at www.ozzmixxradio.com
🌐 Also streaming 24/7 via the Liquid Radio Network Download the app on:
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/b97680d3-2f54-486f-98c2-c5aa77d6a0c5/shakedown-radio-podcast • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-shakedown-radio-podcast-102526623 • TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Shakedown-Radio-Podcast-p1913670 • Mixclo...
This weeks guest mix comes courtesy of Australian producer on the rise RYAN LUCIAN. Based in Sydney Ryan has been reshaping progressive house since 2023. His releases have gained support from Armin van Burren, Ferry Corsten, Above & Beyond, Kream and more.
This current single "Run" see's him team with fellow Australian, BIANCA out on the UK imprint Enhanced Recordings. Here he provides a great 60 min that brings the club t...
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/b97680d3-2f54-486f-98c2-c5aa77d6a0c5/shakedown-radio-podcast • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-shakedown-radio-podcast-102526623 • TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Shakedown-Radio-Podcast-p1913670 • Mixclou...
Groove FM made a significant mark on the Australian radio scene with several key achievements:
• Broadcast Expansion – Initially launched on 96.9FM in Sydney (October 1999), then moved to 94.5FM in 2000, Groove FM also extended its reach to Brisbane on 97.3FM, with multiple broadcasts from 2000 to 2002. • Music Direction & Compilation – Darren Leigh, the station’s Music Director, curated and release...
Robert's Media Group Presents DJ-FM 87.6FM Hits of Today" and Chris Caggs: DJ-FM 87.6FM & Chris Caggs - A Legacy in Dance Radio This information details the history and current activities related to DJ-FM 87.6FM, a former full-time commercial narrowcast dance radio station in Sydney, Australia, and the ongoing work of DJ and radio programmer Chris Caggs.
🎧 Supported by top promo labels: Global PR Pool – https://globalprpool.c...
🎧 Supported by top promo labels: Global PR Pool – https://globalprpool.com Inflyte App – https://inflyteapp.com Play MPE – https://www.plaympe.com Xelon Digital – https://xelondigital.com Xposed Media – https://xposedmedia.com.au Central Station Records – https://www.centralstation.com.au
Bringing you the best in R&B, Hip Hop, Dance & EDM worldwide
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https:/...
Groove FM: A Look Back
Groove FM was a notable presence in Australian radio, broadcasting in both Sydney and Brisbane during the late 1990s and early 2000s.
Broadcast History:
* Sydney:
* 96.9FM: October 1999
* 94.5FM: May 2000, and December 2000 to January 2001
* Brisbane:
* 97.3FM: August to September in 2000...
Robert's Media Group Presents 90's Dance Reunion of some of the hits DJ-FM 87.6FM played on Sydney's Only Fulltime Commercial Narrowcast Dance Radio Station to the Sydney CBD & Inner Suburbs. Proudly support by Noizenet, Central Station Records & SBA Music (Pulse Music) 1998 - 2000.
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • ...
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/b97680d3-2f54-486f-98c2-c5aa77d6a0c5/shakedown-radio-podcast • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-shakedown-radio-podcast-102526623 • TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Shakedown-Radio-Podcast-p1913670 • Mixclou...
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/b97680d3-2f54-486f-98c2-c5aa77d6a0c5/shakedown-radio-podcast • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-shakedown-radio-podcast-102526623 • TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Shakedown-Radio-Podcast-p1913670 • Mixcloud...
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/b97680d3-2f54-486f-98c2-c5aa77d6a0c5/shakedown-radio-podcast • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-shakedown-radio-podcast-102526623 • TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Shakedown-Radio-Podcast-p1913670 • Mixclou...
You might of seen that CLAPTONE was announced on the bill for HARBOURLIFE 2025 in Sydney (Nov 22). Additional dates across the country to follow. To celebrate, we have a special mix set from Clap who kicks off this Ibiza residency this Saturday at Chinois.
It's also a timely reminder that we are still across his latest single PUT YOUR LOVE ON ME (ive popped that into the box link just in case you missed on the first drop).
Enjoy ...
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/b97680d3-2f54-486f-98c2-c5aa77d6a0c5/shakedown-radio-podcast • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-shakedown-radio-podcast-102526623 • TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Shakedown-Radio-Podcast-p1913670 • Mixclou...
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/b97680d3-2f54-486f-98c2-c5aa77d6a0c5/shakedown-radio-podcast • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-shakedown-radio-podcast-102526623 • TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Shakedown-Radio-Podcast-p1913670 • Mixclou...
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/b97680d3-2f54-486f-98c2-c5aa77d6a0c5/shakedown-radio-podcast • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-shakedown-radio-podcast-102526623 • TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Shakedown-Radio-Podcast-p1913670 • Mixclou...
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/b97680d3-2f54-486f-98c2-c5aa77d6a0c5/shakedown-radio-podcast • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-shakedown-radio-podcast-102526623 • TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Shakedown-Radio-Podcast-p1913670 • Mixcloud...
🎧 Listen to ShakeDown Radio with Chris Caggs:
• Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/shakedown-radio-podcast/id1497040995 • Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com.au/podcasts/b97680d3-2f54-486f-98c2-c5aa77d6a0c5/shakedown-radio-podcast • iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1010-shakedown-radio-podcast-102526623 • TuneIn: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Music-Podcasts/Shakedown-Radio-Podcast-p1913670 • Mixcloud...
ShakeDown Radio - May 2025 - Episode #846 - EDM Music - Guest DJ Mx Set Mark Knight Bsb James Hurr Bsb Essel - Live from Miami Music Week 2025
This weeks mix set is a special treat as Toolroom Records boss MARK KNIGHT delivers a live mix from MIAMI MUSIC WEEK back in March. Here he goes B2B with JAMES HURR and ESSEL.
MARK is on fire atm, as his latest single with ROLAND CLARK & JAMES HURR "GET DEEP" is charging up Beatport - #...
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