Grand Theft Auto 6 will feature an array of celebrity musicians as radio station hosts, Rockstar Games confirmed today. The announcement showcases a diverse lineup of DJs across multiple genres, with established artists taking on hosting roles that aim to make the in-game music scene feel more authentic and engaging. The roster includes Puerto Rican reggaeton artist Bad Bunny, singer-songwriter Lana Del Rey, and members of the metal band Slayer, among others.
Bad Bunny represents the highest-profile name announced so far. He will host Cocoteo FM, the game's Latin music station, under the on-air name El Martillo. He also contributes one original song to Vice City's radio lineup. His co-host, La Gata, is played by singer RaiNao. The pairing aims to establish Cocoteo FM as a cornerstone of the game's music programming, reflecting the cultural importance of Latin music in the setting.
Celebrity Hosts Across Multiple Genres
Lana Del Rey takes on the role of Delta Dawne, co-hosting Back Country Radio alongside country artist Morgan Wallen, who performs under the in-game moniker MW. Del Rey, a longtime fan of the franchise, described the opportunity as deeply meaningful. In a recent interview, she reflected on how the series has shaped her own life, noting that family members who had never visited Los Angeles could navigate the real city easily because they had spent so much time in GTA V's digital recreation of it. Her husband will also make appearances throughout the game.
Slayer members Tom Araya and Kerry King helm The Chamber 106.6, a high-octane rock station. The band's classic track Raining Blood features in the station's rotation, creating a full-circle moment since the song also appeared on V-Rock in the original Vice City. The Chamber's visual identity and branding have been designed to appeal to rock enthusiasts looking for an intense listening experience while playing.
Swedish DJ Robyn and Californian model Alex Consani will host Flash FM, Vice City's returning pop station, performing under their own names. Rappers Trick Daddy and Trina lead Dirty South Classics, the game's rap and hip-hop focused station, with Trick Daddy using the shortened stage name Trick. Burna Boy and Palms Trax command Afrobank FM, which specializes in groovy, Afrobeat-influenced music, performing as Burna and Palms respectively.
A Tradition of Celebrity Radio Hosts
Using famous musicians as radio DJs is not a new strategy for Rockstar. The studio has a long history of recruiting established artists to host in-game stations. In San Andreas on PlayStation 2, Guns N' Roses frontman Axl Rose hosted K-DST, a guitar-driven rock station that became a standout feature of that game's radio programming. The approach adds personality and authenticity to the fictional music landscape, encouraging players to explore different stations and discover music that aligns with their tastes.
The celebrity DJ lineup represents a significant investment in the game's audio experience, particularly given that some of the recently released single tracks had received mixed reactions from players and critics. The presence of established artists hosting stations suggests Rockstar is prioritizing the overall radio experience as a major component of GTA 6's world-building and player immersion.
GTA 6 is scheduled to release on November 19. The game will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S, with the full radio lineup and all hosted stations available from day one. The variety of genres and celebrity hosts indicates that players will have numerous musical options to accompany their gameplay across Vice City's diverse neighborhoods and activities.