It was 30 years ago today that Sunset Radio launched on the airways across Manchester. It was a wonderful time in Manchester and mikeshaft.com has chronicled every step of the way. This page is a pull together of some of our favourite articles over the years. Hope you enjoy.


A couple of months ago I had a contact from Kofi at Colourful Radio asking if I would be available to present the Colourful Drive show on Colourful Radio. I have to say I jumped at the idea. Every so often I hope to publish the playlist from the shows to give you an idea of what we are playing.


Vitality Netball Superleague Champions Manchester Thunder have released their fixtures for the 2020 Superleague season. All matches will be played at the fabulous Belle Vue Sports Village in Gorton, Manchester. Season tickets for the Thunder are now available.


A couple of months ago I had a contact from Kofi at Colourful Radio asking if I would be available to present the Colourful Drive show on Colourful Radio. I have to say I jumped at the idea. Every so often I hope to publish the playlist from the shows to give you an idea of what we are playing.


A couple of months ago I had a contact from Kofi at Colourful Radio asking if I would be available to present the Colourful Drive show on Colourful Radio. I have to say I jumped at the idea. Every so often I hope to publish the playlist from the shows to give you an idea of what we are playing.


Back in 2002 BBC Commonwealth Games Radio took to the airwaves to celebrate the 2002 Commonwealth Games in Manchester. Recently a few of the staff got together at Media City for a catch-up. It was a truly joyous event.