Star

Star does exactly what its name suggests: it shines a light on pop music, Australian-style. The rotation leans heavy on current chart-toppers - Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, and locals like Tones and I, Vance Joy, 5 Seconds of Summer. But there's a welcome dose of throwbacks from the 80s and 90s. It works. The DJs are chatty and familiar. They genuinely enjoy the music. Production is slick. Crisp transitions. Lively energy. It's not breaking new ground. That's fine. For a reliable hit of high-energy pop, Star delivers. The Australian accent on air adds a refreshing twist. This is pop radio Australia…