Rajah Broadcasting Network, Inc. (which stands for RAmon JAcinto Holdings) is a Philippine television and radio network owned by guitarist-singer-businessman Ramon "RJ" Jacinto. The network's studio headquarters is located at Ventures I Building, Makati Avenue cor. General Luna Street, Makati, Metro Manila.[1][2]
History
The RJ Group was founded by Ramon “RJ” Jacinto. His grandfather, Dr. Nicanor Jacinto, founded the Philippine Bank of Commerce, which was the first Filipino-owned private bank, and RJ's father, Don Fernando P. Jacinto founded the steel industry in the country—Jacinto Steel and Iligan Integrated Steel Mills, which are now known as National Steel.
At the age of 15, RJ Enterprises pioneered in multi-track recording in the Philippines, utilizing the first three multi-track Ampex in Southeast Asia.
After the EDSA People Power Revolution on February 25, 1986, RJ came home from exile on March 5, 1986, and the new democratic regime returned the family properties and his radio stations. Those assets were seized and operated by the military for 14.5 years.
RJ's radio station, DZRJ, became the voice of the democratic revolution, known as Radyo Bandido, and was the recipient of freedom awards after that. Its old format was carried over to 100.3 FM.
RJ immediately expanded his radio stations and started many businesses after that, making up for lost time. This includes a nationwide network of 11 total FM and AM radio stations and a TV station, RJ DigiTV, which is carried nationwide by the cable networks, and in Metro Manila via Digital Terrestrial Television.
Today, the RJ Group is composed of broadcasting, entertainment, and music store enterprises.
Franchise Renewal
On October 9, 2018, in accordance with current constitutional rules, it was granted a 25-year legislative franchise under Republic Act No. 8104 that was approved by the House of Representatives and by the Senate.[3] On August 31, 2019, Rajah Broadcasting Network, Inc.'s franchise to construct, install, operate and maintain commercial radio and TV broadcasting stations was renewed by virtue of Republic Act No. 11414 signed by President Rodrigo Duterte.[4]
TV Stations
RJTV
Analog
Digital
| Branding | Callsign | Channel | Frequency | Power | Type | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJTV Manila | DZRJ | 29 | 563.143 MHz | 2.5 kW | Originating | Metro Manila |
Cable
| Provider | Channel | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| Cablelink | 102 | Metro Manila |
| Sky Cable | 19 | |
| Cignal | 28 | Nationwide |
| G Sat | 68 | |
| SatLite | 29 | |
| LeyteNet | 18 | Leyte |
| Parasat | 112 | Regional |
Radio Stations
AM Stations
| Branding | Callsign | Frequency | Power | Coverage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Radyo Bandido | DZRJ | 810 kHz | 50 kW | Mega Manila |
FM Stations
| Branding | Callsign | Frequency | Power | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJFM Manila | DZRJ | 100.3 MHz | 25 kW | Metro Manila |
| RJFM Baguio | DWDJ | 91.1 MHz | 5 kW | Baguio |
| RJFM Tuguegarao | DWRJ | 96.5 MHz | 5 kW | Tuguegarao |
| RJFM Puerto Princesa | DZJR | 99.1 MHz | 5 kW | Puerto Princesa |
| RJFM Iloilo | DYNJ | 98.3 MHz | 10 kW | Iloilo City |
| RJFM Bacolod | DYFJ | 99.9 MHz | 10 kW | Bacolod |
| RJFM Cebu | DYRJ | 100.3 MHz | 20 kW | Cebu City |
| RJFM Cagayan de Oro | DXRJ | 88.5 MHz | 10 kW | Cagayan de Oro |
| RJFM Iligan | DXQJ | 88.7 MHz | 5 kW | Iligan |
| RJFM Davao | DXDJ | 100.3 MHz | 20 kW | Davao City |
Cable/DTV Channels
Radyo Bandido TV
Radyo Bandido TV is a Tagalog-language news/talk channel of Rajah Broadcasting Network. The channel predominantly airs simulcasts of DZRJ 810 AM programs. The channel launched on September 16, 2019. Radyo Bandido TV started its official broadcasting on October 15, 2019.
RJ Rock TV
RJ Rock TV is a music and entertainment cable/terrestrial television channel operated by Rajah Broadcasting Network. It was launched on September 1, 2019.
Other Assets
Divisions
- RJ Group of Companies
Films and studios
- RJ Academy of Music
- RJ Productions
- RJ Recording Studios
- RJ Guitar Center
- RJ Bistro
- RJ Shop
- RJ Electronics
Other Properties
- Jacinto Color Steel Inc.
Productions and Affiliates
- The Philippine Star
- Daily Tribune
- VOA
- BBC
- Jesus is Our Shield Worldwide Ministries (Oras ng Himala)
- TV Maria
Defunct
- 2nd Avenue
- 8TriMedia Broadcasting Network
References
- ↑ "NTC AM Radio Stations via FOI website" (PDF). foi.gov.ph. August 17, 2019. Archived (PDF) from the original on December 4, 2021. Retrieved December 19, 2021.
- ↑ "NTC FM Stations via FOI website" (PDF). foi.gov.ph. August 17, 2019. Archived (PDF) from the original on November 1, 2021. Retrieved December 19, 2021.
- ↑ Republic Act No. 8104 (July 9, 1995), An Act Renewing the Franchise Granted to the Rajah Broadcasting Network, Incorporated, to Construct, Maintain and Operate Radio Broadcasting Stations and Stations for Television in the Philippines, Under Republic Act Numbered Forty-five Hundred and Five, to Another Twenty-five Years From the Date of the Effectivity of This Act, Lawphil, archived from the original on August 14, 2024, retrieved August 14, 2024
- ↑ Republic Act No. 11414 (August 22, 2019), An Act Renewing for Another Twenty Five (25) Years the Franchise Granted to Rajah Broadcasting Network, Inc. to Construct, Install, Establish, Operate and Maintain Radio and Television Broadcasting Stations in the Philippines Under Republic Act Numbered Forty Five Hundred and Five, as Amended by Republic Act Numbered Eighty One Hundred and Four, Lawphil, archived from the original on August 14, 2024, retrieved August 14, 2024
