BBC Radio 1 Anthems launches on BBC Sounds with a wide range of music and acts supported by Radio 1 in the 2000s and 2010s, available to stream 24×7. The new stream features a dynamic presenting line-up that combines favourite Radio 1 voices with fresh new talent who have emerged from the Student Radio Association (SRA).
Joining Radio 1 Anthems are exciting new hosts Chrissy Cameron, Lauren Redfern and Tyler Selby, all of whom have made their mark through the SRA’s esteemed network. Chrissy and Tyler are both recent graduates and Lauren is still a university student.
They will join familiar Radio 1 names, Greg James, Charlie Hedges, Dean McCullough, Nat O’Leary, Vicky Hawkesworth, Maia Beth, Sam McGregor, Danni Diston and Jess Iszatt. Together, this presenting line-up, will bring listeners a vast range of content including existing on-demand content available on BBC Sounds such as Radio 1’s Workout Anthems, Radio 1’s Chillout Anthems and Radio 1’s Pop Anthems as well as brand-new shows.
Aled Haydn Jones, Head of Radio 1, says, “Radio 1 Anthems will provide a nostalgic hit for our young listeners bringing them the biggest hits they know and love and reminding them of tracks they may have forgotten from recent history, celebrating the soundtrack of a generation. The stream also gives us the opportunity to open our doors to new student presenters who are at the start of their careers, reaffirming Radio 1’s essential role in discovering and nurturing fresh talent for the BBC and the rest of the industry.”
As part of the BBC’s commitment to serving all audiences with high quality, distinctive music content, it announced its plans to launch new music extensions to its popular stations earlier this year. Radio 1 Dance with its expanded programming launched on BBC Sounds in 2020 and Radio 3’s new extension, Radio 3 Unwind, successfully launched on Monday 4th November 2024.
