BBC Radio 1Xtra
Based in London, United Kingdom, BBC Radio 1Xtra serves as Radio 1's dynamic sister station, championing urban music scenes with a laser focus on Hip-Hop, R&B, Garage, Dancehall, and Drum 'n' Bass.
Signature Programming
- MistaJam's weekday 4pm new music show spotlights unsigned artists, white labels, demos, and mixtapes.
- DJ Target and Jamz Supernova curate sets featuring fresh tracks from emerging talents.
Artist Development
Through BBC Introducing, the station amplifies unsigned bands and artists, routing submissions to local BBC radio stations for maximum exposure and discovery.
With a thriving online presence, BBC Radio 1Xtra connects global fans to the pulse of rap and urban genres.