Rajah Broadcasting Network
Rajah Broadcasting Network, Inc. (RBN), also known as RAmon JAcinto Holdings, is a privately held Philippine media company specializing in radio and television broadcasting.[1]
Founded in 1963 by musician, entrepreneur, and guitarist Ramon "RJ" Jacinto, the network pioneered rock-and-roll radio programming in the country through its flagship station DZRJ, initially operating on AM before transitioning to FM as 100.3 RJFM.[2][1]
Jacinto, who serves as founder and chairman, established RBN as part of the broader RJ Group of Companies, emphasizing music-driven content that blends classic and contemporary hits without strict genre constraints.[3][1] The network operates multiple stations nationwide, including 10 RJFM affiliates in key cities, DZRJ 810 AM (Radyo Bandido) for news and talk, and UHF television channel RJTV 29 (DZRJ-TV), which began test broadcasts in April 1993 and features music-oriented shows, local news, and entertainment programming.[1]
RBN received its congressional franchise to construct, maintain, and operate radio and television stations under Republic Act No. 4505 in 1965, which has been renewed periodically, including most recently for another 25 years to encompass digital broadcasting.[4][5]
Renowned for fostering free exchange of ideas and promoting Philippine music culture, RBN has maintained a niche yet influential presence in the broadcasting landscape, avoiding the political entanglements common to larger mainstream networks.[1][2]