BBC Radio 1 has exciting plans for its summer 2024 schedule, aiming to cater to the needs of its young listeners during the summer months. Starting from July 1st, the station will introduce new shows and content to keep the audience entertained.
One of the major changes in the schedule includes an extension of Radio 1 Breakfast with Greg James, running until 11 am from Monday to Thursday. This additional thirty minutes of the show promises more humor and energy from Greg, ensuring a lively start to the day for the listeners.
In addition to the extended breakfast show, Radio 1 will also be broadcasting live from various summer festivals such as Glastonbury, TRNSMT, Ibiza, Malta, Reading and Leeds, Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Parklife, and Download. Listeners can expect exclusive backstage interviews and live performances from top artists during these events, airing on BBC Sounds and Radio 1 from Friday to Sunday.
Furthermore, Sam and Danni will be taking over the Friday Early Breakfast slot from 5 July, continuing until January 2025. The duo will also host Weekend Breakfast on Saturdays and Sundays from 7 am to 10 am, broadcasting from Cardiff. This temporary arrangement will precede the introduction of new presenting talent to the slot.
For dance music enthusiasts, Radio 1 Dance stream will see the launch of new shows like Radio 1 Dance Morning hosted by Arielle Free, Radio 1’s Dance Party Warm Up by Danny Howard, and Essential History of Dance by Pete Tong. The station will collaborate with key dance music labels for an evening specialist series, offering a diverse range of dance tracks throughout the week.
Martha will take over the Tuesday night show previously hosted by Annie Nightingale, continuing the tradition of showcasing the best new dance tracks. Martha, a recipient of the Annie Nightingale Presents Scholarship, will bring her expertise to the show, simulcast on the Radio 1 Dance stream.
Aled Haydn Jones, Head of BBC Radio 1, expressed his enthusiasm for the new summer schedule, emphasizing the station’s commitment to meeting the needs of its young audience. The variety of new shows and extended programming promises an engaging listening experience for Radio 1 fans throughout the summer months.