About Us

Because Mechanical Music Radio is a world first, we have a lot of questions about the radio station and it's output.
Have a read through, and find out more about the reasons for this project, and how you can get involved.
We're always interested in your feedback, questions and comments. Please do contact us>

Who chooses the music?

​We've done our research and picked the most iconic Mechanical Organs from around the world. These instruments are playing music from the best arrangers, both past and present. Each track is sorted by instrument size, the organ builder and style and tempo of the tune . This means that when you tune in you will always hear something different. Something for everyone. We've invested in the latest computer technology to deliver a high quality stream that gives amazing sound quality without eating up your internet data.

​To give variety, we also feature other types of mechanical music. From Barrel Organs, to Pianolas of all shapes and sizes. Also smaller instruments like Polyphons and Musical Boxes, and impressive Orchestrions and roll playing Theatre Organs.

The most popular tracks will get the most plays across a week, and with such a wide database of music, it is possible some tracks would only be heard every few months. Each hour is full of surprises, and we're constantly growing our music database.​

Where do you get your music from?

We have been very generously supported by Graham Spencer at Royalmusic Recording Services in the UK and John Van Kleef of Discus Records in the Netherlands, both of which saw the potential for a radio station that plays Mechanical Music and have donated their complete back catalogues. Many years of work from these two gentlemen are now to be enjoyed on Mechanical Music Radio.

Also the legendary John Hulse from Causeway Recordings is slowly digitising his archive and sending to us for playlisting. John is so passionate about this station, and i’m so honoured to have him share the recordings which sold thousands of records and cassettes over the last 50 years.
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We also feature other CD releases and if you wish to gain publicity with inclusion on our playlist, please contact us>

We are fully PPL/PRS licensed as an Internet Radio Station. If you have any queries about any tracks you hear us playing, please contact us>​

What is the easiest way to listen?

We are an internet radio station. Click 'Listen Live' and be sure to save us in your favourites so you can easily come back. If you have a smartphone or tablet, please search in the app store for 'Mechanical Music Radio'

You can also pick up various table top internet radios, that will let you save us as a favourite, and providing you have a wifi connection at home, you can put us to play and enjoy. You can also get a range of Bluetooth speakers and adapters for the home. Get more listening options>

If you need help or support in listening to Mechanical Music Radio, please contact us>

How much money do you make?

Making money is never the intention. We are wanting to bring Mechanical Music to a new audience and bring existing enthusiasts together from around the world.

If you enjoy listening and find us a valuable service, please consider making a small donation.

​At the moment the station is costing £2000 a year in licences, streaming and web costs. It is totally free to listen, and we don't want it to be loaded with advertising like other radio stations.

If you enjoy listening, please contribute to our costs>

Will this radio station damage CD sales?

No. This radio station will enable you to discover instruments, arrangers and recordings you never knew existed. It's window shopping.

We are encouraging CD sales from the tracks we play by displaying album titles where possible. If you have a CD for sale, it's strongly recommended you contact us and get your music playlisted. We will support you and get your release 'out there', totally free of charge. 

Also all of the music we play is protected with a light 'compression' is put onto the whole station to balance levels and make the recordings sound nice, bright and punchy on your internet listening device. Also an 'ident' is places at the beginning and end of each piece of music.

Radio has stood the test of time for it's convenience. You push a button and get instant music and entertainment. This has never been provided for the Mechanical Music world until now. We can only continue this project with your support.

​If you have any queries, please contact us>

How do I get an advert or publicity?

We give free publicity to all, but we also offer a small number of Mechanical Music businesses the chance to buy an advertising campaign. You can up to eight mentions a day at a really affordable price that will be beaten by no other media.

Remember, every listener to this station is in love with Mechanical Music, so you will be getting heard by your target audience.

Prices from 50p a day, please enquire for a no obligation quote>>

Who runs Mechanical Music Radio?

James Dundon from Cornwall, UK, has worked as a radio presenter and programmer his whole life. He also owns a Dutch Street Organ 'Het Blauwtje' which he travels across the country.

At the age of 6, James used to have a twin tape deck and pretend to present an organ music programme in his bedroom! James wants to promote and sustain interest in this wonderful hobby, and he hopes you enjoy the world's first radio station for automatic musical instruments. Mechanical Music Radio is a hobby for James, and he is fully prepared to cover the cost of running it, advertisement free if it gives others enjoyment. He is accepting donations to help out with the estimated £2000 a year costs. If you enjoy MMR, you can donate here>

​Find out more about James's Street Organ 'Het Blauwtje' here>

Find out about James's 'actual job' as presenter here>