The Great American Songbook

The Great American Songbook is a non-commercial internet radio station dedicated to American music from the 1940s through to today. The station's format focuses on vocal jazz, easy listening, and adult contemporary genres, celebrating the timeless classics that form the core of the American musical tradition. Listeners can tune in to listen live and enjoy a curated selection of music from iconic songwriters and performers who have shaped popular music.

The station operates as an online stream, allowing audiences to stream online from anywhere. It is run as a hobbyist project by individuals with a long history in radio production, having created American Songbook programming for public radio in the past. Their mission is to carry a torch for this foundational music, which they consider the cradle of all popular genres, featuring artists like Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Dean Martin, Sarah Vaughan, and Tony Bennett.

Programming consists of continuous music playlists highlighting the rich sounds of the Great American Songbook era without traditional hosted shows. The station provides a free live streaming service for all who wish to enjoy these classic melodies, making it easy for music lovers to listen radio online and experience this curated journey through decades of American music history.