Has there been a rockist coup at Ofcom? Monkey only asks because the self-proclaimed "evidence-based" regulator has broadened its canvas beyond such dry issues as the pay-TV review and future of public service broadcasting to the shadowy area of what constitutes rock music. Today Ofcom granted Nation Radio in Wales permission to change its music format from playing "alternative rock" to "modern and classic rock". Ofcom goes further, stipulating that it has given Nation approval to play "credible rock and avoiding 'manufactured' pop". For those about to credibly rock ... we salute you.
