Golden Variety
A gold-based Adult Contemporary format positioned between Soft AC and Mainstream AC, Golden Variety carefully balances warmth and familiarity with a strong Gold lean. The format emphasizes melodic hits that feel comfortable, reassuring, and inviting, while deliberately avoiding extremes in tempo, energy, or intensity that could disrupt the listening experience. The library is anchored in well-tested gold titles that listeners know and trust, complemented by selective newer hits that seamlessly align with the format’s sound and audience expectations. Golden Variety delivers a polished listening experience that feels relaxing and familiar, yet never sleepy, dated, or out of touch.
Sample Artists
Celine Dion, Adele, Norah Jones, Michael Bolton, Sheryl Crow, Billy Joel, Elton John, Kelly Clarkson, John Mayer, Sara Bareilles, Phil Collins, Maroon 5
Target Demo
Primary: Adults 35-49
Secondary: Adults 25-54