Veteran DJ is embracing the digital world with a new podcast and show on RTÉ Gold
Dave Fanning has been a mainstay on 2FM since the station’s launch as RTÉ Radio 2 in 1979. Photograph: Marc O’SullivanDave Fanning’s remarkable longevity as one of the mainstays at 2FM is coming to an end as he is quitting his weekend show.
Fanning has been a mainstay on radio station since the station’s launch as RTÉ Radio 2 in 1979. His was the soundtrack for generations of Irish young people beginning with his night time Dave Fanning Show. He also showcased many demos from up and coming acts, a frequent landmark on the road to an album deal for many Irish artists.In an Instagram post, Fanning said he was stepping back from his weekend show on 2FM though he will continue his long tradition of debuting U2′s albums. On the St Patrick’s Friday there will be a U2 special to mark the release of the band’s 40 year retrospective. He will also be making an appearance on 2FM on bank holiday weekends.
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