Longevity of radio programmes, dedicated to rock and/or metal in Malta, is not the rarest of
occurrences, as some programmes have graced the air for quite a few years. Such as the now defunct Grinta, on air for 18 years, Rock Express on air for more than 22 years, both brainchildren of Brian Micallef and Rockna, hosted by Michael Bugeja, on air for the 14 years this year (2024), just to mention a few.
Rock Moods, hosted by Noel Mifsud, will be reaching the 15-year milestone of airing on ONE Radio.
The programme was the brainchild of Joe Tanti and aired for a few years on Bay Radio prior to the DJ moving to ONE Radio in 2009. Marc, the son of Joe Tanti, co-hosted the show. Noel Mifsud was asked to be part of the programme as soon as it started airing on One Radio. Both father and son then moved on, Joe to host other shows, while his Marc went on to continue with his studies. Since then Noel Mifsud hosts one of the island’s iconic rock shows with Joe’s blessing. For a brief period, Noel was joined by Lito (R.I.P.) till the summer of 2011.
Since 2011 Rock Moods was rebranded to cover solely Maltese talent. At a point in time local talent was aired live on the programme. Since then, Rock Moods has been regular every week on ONE Radio.
The show is also available on melodija.eu.
Rock Moods is one of the few avenues for local rock and metal bands and artists to air their music, make their voices heard and their events promoted. It is also a haven for promoters to make their events known to the listeners.
Thank you Noel for your service.
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