Grand Theft Auto 2 (GTA 2) features a variety of radio stations that enhance the immersive experience of Anywhere City. These stations vary depending on the district and can be changed only on the PC version by pressing the “F1” key. Each criminal organization in the game has its own radio station, which is clearly audible in areas close to their broadcast zones. All brand names, music, and artists (unless otherwise stated) are fictional and created by DMA Design for the game.
Radio Stations
Head Radio
Head Radio is the largest commercial radio station in the city, accessible in all three districts. Two DJs, Phanny Joe Styles and Johnny Riccaro, host the station with a varied program.
Playlist:
- Apostles of Funk – Yellow Butter
- Pussywillows – Real Love
- Davidson – All I Wanna Do
- The One – Southpark
- Bula Matari – Taxi Drivers (censored on PlayStation)
- Flytronix – Pendulum (real artist)
- Anna – Do It On Your Own
- Testing – My Tiny World
Rockstar Radio
Rockstar Radio is a commercial station in the Downtown sector hosted by Sammy Starock. It plays pop and rock and features guest callers.
Playlist:
- Stikki Fingerz – Holdin’ It Out For You
- Conor & Jay – Vegas Road (real artist)
- Track 7 – I Wanna Phunk
KREZ
KREZ is the residential district’s hip-hop and rap station, hosted by Richie T.
Playlist:
- Negro Vs. Conner – Showin’ Me Love
- E=MC Good Times – Jacking In Hilltown
- Flytronix – Past Archives (real artist)
- Numb – How It’s Done
Lo-Fi FM
Lo-Fi FM is a commercial station in the Downtown area hosted by Spaz Funbags.
Playlist:
- F.A.G. Filtrer – Tsunami
- Tammy Boness & The Swingin’ Mammaries – The Diner
- Voice Box – Computer Lust
- Rev. Rooney & The Rocksta Choir – God Bless All The Universe
Futuro FM
Futuro FM is the Zaibatsu gang’s station, available in all city districts and hosted by Dean Frantz.
Playlist:
- Reed – L.E.D.
- Davidson – All I Wanna Do
- Spangly Feet – Dazed & Confuzed
- Stylus Exodus – Toucan Pie
Funami FM
Funami FM is the favorite station of the Yakuza, available in the Downtown area.
Playlist:
- Toys Are Real – Flymutha
- Future Loop – Garage Acid
- 4 How Much 4 – O2N
- Ido – Ballbuster
Lithium FM
Lithium FM is an oldies station in the Industrial sector hosted by DJ Dai.
Playlist:
- Stylus Exodus – Toucan Pie
- Bert Reid’s Guitar Trio – A Cool Day In Downtown
- Tammy Boness & The Swingin’ Mammaries – The Diner
- Cow Tastes Good – Surf City
Rebel Radio
Rebel Radio is the Rednecks’ punk rock station in the residential sector.
Playlist:
- Bula Matari – Taxi Drivers (Must Die)
- Testing – My Tiny World
- Stikki Fingerz – Holdin’ It Out For You
- Sterlin – Standing On My Own
Osmosis Radio
Osmosis Radio is a modern dance station in the second zone, hosted by “Mama Doc”.
Playlist:
- Davidson – All I Wanna Do
- Pussywillows – Real Love
- Anna – Do It On Your Own
- Track 7 – I Wanna Phunk
Heavenly Radio
Heavenly Radio is the Hare Krishna gang’s station in the Industrial sector hosted by Venus Ordelia. The programming focuses on gospel and pop.
Playlist:
- Rev. Rooney & The Rocksta Choir – God Bless All The Universe
- Sterlin – Standing On My Own
- Zoneboys – Amazing Grace
KGBH
KGBH is the Russian Mafia’s classic rock station hosted by BumbaTomba, who often sounds inebriated, causing frequent technical difficulties.
Playlist:
- Cow Tastes Good – Surf City
- Spangly Feet – Dazed & Confuzed
- F.A.G. Filter – Tsunami
- E-Z Rollers – Short Change
- Scrayard Mongrels – I Love This Feeling (Stoned Again)
Conclusion
The diverse radio stations in GTA 2 add depth and atmosphere to the game, enhancing the player’s experience in Anywhere City. Each station, with its unique playlist and theme, contributes to the game’s rich, immersive environment.