Original Kool Archives aka Trevor 7oaks

Do you have old cassette tapes sitting in a loft, cupboard, garage or storage box? Whether they contain pirate radio recordings, rave tapes, family memories, interviews, DJ mixes, live events or personal recordings, cassette tapes don’t last forever. Over time, tape quality deteriorates and eventually valuable recordings can become damaged or even impossible to recover. At Original Kool Archives, I understand the importance of preserving history. As a dedicated pirate archivist and owner of...

For many listeners, Sunday mornings on Kool FM were unlike anything else on radio. Every Sunday from 7am until midday, Original Kool Archives recreates those unforgettable broadcasts through our dedicated “Wakey Wakey Rise and Shine” playlist. These shows capture a unique side of Kool FM culture that remains fondly remembered by listeners decades later. Egg and Bacon Sizzlers Long before streaming services and social media, thousands of listeners would wake up on Sunday morning and tune into...

Every Thursday from 7pm until midnight, Original Kool Archives revisits two of the most exciting years in the history of Kool FM: 1996 and 1997. By this point, jungle had evolved dramatically. Production standards had reached new heights, DJs were pushing the music into fresh territory and the foundations of modern drum and bass were firmly in place. The Thursday night playlist showcases this remarkable period through a selection of authentic Kool FM recordings captured during the station’s...