Local pop music on the radio

Local pop music, as the name suggests, is the music created by artists from a specific region or country that caters to the taste of the local audience. Local pop music often features lyrics in the local language, and the style and sound may vary depending on the cultural influences of the region. The genre has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its ability to connect with the local audience and promote cultural identity.

In the Philippines, local pop music is known as "OPM" (Original Pilipino Music). OPM has been around since the 1970s, and some of the most popular OPM artists include Eraserheads, Regine Velasquez, and Gary Valenciano. OPM covers a wide range of musical styles, including ballads, pop rock, and hip hop.

In Indonesia, "dangdut" is a popular local pop music genre that features a mix of traditional and modern music. Some of the most popular dangdut artists include Rhoma Irama, Inul Daratista, and Via Vallen.

In India, the local pop music genre is often referred to as "Indipop" and has gained popularity since the 1990s. Some of the most popular Indipop artists include Alisha Chinai, Shaan, and Baba Sehgal.

Radio stations that feature local pop music vary depending on the region and country. In the Philippines, some of the radio stations that play OPM include 97.1 WLS-FM, 93.9 iFM, and 90.7 Love Radio. In Indonesia, some of the radio stations that play dangdut include 97.1 FM Prambors Jakarta, 98.3 FM Gen FM, and 101.1 FM Ardan. In India, some of the radio stations that play Indipop include Radio City 91.1 FM, 93.5 RED FM, and 104.8 Ishq FM.