RetroHits.ca, based in Toronto, Canada, is a popular online radio station that celebrates the classic hits from the 60s, 70s, 80s, and 90s. With a rich library of over 4500 songs from more than 1200 artists, RetroHits.ca offers a diverse range of music that resonates with a wide audience.

Listener Statistics and Genre Popularity: Classic hits have shown enduring popularity among radio listeners. According to Nielsen's Top 20 Radio Formats Report (2022), classic hits ranked as the 5th most popular format overall. This genre's appeal is evident from its history of being the "format of the summer" in various years, including 2018, when it saw the largest boost in audience during the summer months compared to the start of the year.

The classic hits genre, which includes a mix of rock and pop music predominantly from the 70s and 80s, appeals to a broad demographic. This is reflected in the Nielsen Music’s BDSradio airplay data, where 52% of the songs played on Classic Hits stations were from the 80s and 33% from the 70s. The format's strength lies in its ability to blend nostalgic rock with pop music, catering to listeners who enjoy music from these decades