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Coldplay, Vampire Weekend and Beabadoobee are among the names that have been added to the huge line-up for BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2024.This year’s edition of the festival is set to run between Friday, May 24 and Sunday, May 26, and will be held at Stockwood Park in Luton.The names for the first two nights had already been announced, and now the line-up for Sunday has been confirmed, with Coldplay topping the bill on the Main Stage.We'll be closing out #BigWeekend Luton with a headline performance from @coldplay on Sunday 26th May! ✨For more details and info on tickets, visit https://t.co/4t4HBZtjzI pic.twitter.com/9gvRfS50OO— BBC Radio 1 (@BBCR1) March 20, 2024“We wouldn’t be anywhere without Radio 1 and we’re super excited to come to Luton this year and play Big Weekend,” the band said about their inclusion on the line-up.Rounding out the Main Stage bill on Sunday will be Declan McKenna, Olly Alexander, Sabrina Carpenter and Vampire Weekend.Tickets for the weekend go on sale at 5pm tomorrow (March 21), and will cost £29.50, plus a £4.50 booking fee. Full information on how to get yours can be found here.The festival has also confirmed the line-up for the New Music Stage on Sunday, May 26, with Beabadoobee taking top billing.

Chappell Roan has been named as the winner of BBC Radio 1’s Sound Of 2025.The Missouri-born pop superstar, who has topped the UK Albums Chart, drawn historically big festival crowds and opened for Olivia Rodrigo’s ‘GUTS’ tour, has come on top of the prestigious list, almost 16 months after the release of her debut album ‘The Rise And Fall Of A Midwest Princess’.The shortlist has been counting down all week, with Mercury Prize-winning NME Cover stars English Teacher landing at Number Five and 2025 BRIT Rising Star winner Myles Smith taking the Number Four spot.Scottish electronic producer and DJ Barry Can’t Swim came in at Number Three, while yesterday (January 9), London-based jazz quintet Ezra Collective secured the Number Two slot.The longlist was first shared late last year and also contained names like Kneecap, Confidence Man, Mk.gee and NME 100 2023 alumni Doechii.Congratulating Roan, BBC Radio 1’s Jack Saunders has said: “No one deserves this accolade more than Chappell Roan. She was the most exciting artist of the last 12 months and is now set to be THE artist of the next 12 months.

English Teacher have a shared a soothing cover of Billie Eilish’s recent single ‘Birds Of A Feather’.The rising indie rockers and former NME Cover stars performed a downbeat version of the track on Jack Saunders’ New Music Show on BBC Radio 1 on Tuesday (July 16). You can listen to it below.Speaking about why she did the cover, frontwoman Lily Fontaine said: “I remember the exact moment we chose to do it, I listened to the song and I cried and then I sent it to the lads.

Radio 1 presenter has also worked on CITV, CBBC, Top of the Pops, Celebrity Juice, and Love Island. She announced she had quit the BBC back in 2015, which she later revealed was because “it was literally ruining my mind.” Cotton now presents her own chart-topping wellbeing podcast called Happy Place.Now, in a new interview with The Times, Cotton has opened up about the reasons why she left the entertainment industry, citing her anxiety as one reason.

The Twits Next Door, as part of a new series commissioned by the Roald Dahl Story Company, which they announced in a video posted to social media. In the video, they discussed ways to make the classic children’s characters “more disgusting”.When illustrator Emily Jones suggested a glass eye, Smith replied: “That’s it. What a disgusting pair of Twits!”Following widespread criticism across social media for the ableist undertones of their comments, the pair have said it was “absolutely not our intention” to cause upset.“We are so sorry to have caused offence with the launch video.

Chase & Status, Becky Hill, Rudimental and a host of other artists have been announced as the first acts for BBC Radio 1‘s Big Weekend 2024.Ella Henderson, Diplo, Eric Prydz, Kenya Grace, Sonny Fodera, Dimension and Hannah Laing have also been confirmed for the opening day at this year’s annual bash which will take place at Stockwood Park in Luton from May 24-26.Tickets priced at £29.50 (plus a £4.50 booking fee per ticket) will go on sale at 5pm GMT this Thursday (March 21) and can be purchased here. Further acts will be announced in the coming weeks.Commenting on their headline status, Chase & Status said: “Always a big moment for us to play for Radio 1 at Big Weekend, especially this year, to be bringing our full live show to the Main Stage alongside so many other huge acts.”#BigWeekend Luton lineup news ✨Here's who's heading to Stockwood Park on Friday 24th May!For more details and info on tickets, visit https://t.co/4t4HBZtjzI.

BBC Radio 1, claiming that he is “not just some posh idiot”.The former Made In Chelsea star, who has since turned into a podcaster, was announced as the new host of the BBC Drivetime show last month, replacing Jordan North.North had been with the radio station for a decade and recently moved over to Capital FM – taking over from Roman Kemp, who had hosted the station’s Breakfast show for seven years.However, upon being announced as the new presenter of the 3.30pm to 6pm, Monday to Thursday slot, Laing faced backlash from across social media, with many accusing him of not being deserving of the role and only famous as a reality star, rather than as a DJ.Now, he has spoken out against the criticism and told listeners it is a “misconception” that he only got the role because of his time on reality television.“[It is a] misconception that I just swanned in here,” he told the Sunday Times in a new interview (via Standard). “I’ve been trying to get this job for eight years, constantly grinding, constantly asking to do little slots.“No one is given a job here because their mum or dad helped them into it.

BBC Radio 1 and Capital respectively. North previously hosted BBC Radio 1’s Drivetime Show.According to BBC, North shared that he was “beyond excited” to start at the rival station after the news was announced on air.

Wright’s family confirmed that he had passed away, writing: “It is with deep sorrow and profound regret that we announce the passing of our beloved Steve Wright.“In addition to his son, Tom, and daughter, Lucy, Steve leaves behind his brother, Laurence and his father Richard. Also, much-loved close friends and colleagues, and millions of devoted radio listeners who had the good fortune and great pleasure of allowing Steve into their daily lives as one of the UK’s most enduring and popular radio personalities.”Now Tom, who is a club promoter, has revealed that he flew back from Los Angeles to be with his father in the days before he died.As reported by the Evening Standard, he said: “It meant the world to me that I was able to get to know my Dad in a way I never had in the months before he died.

BBC Radio 1’s Drivetime Show.News that the Made In Chelsea star would be the new host of the radio show arrived last week, when it was reported that he would be taking over the hosting role for the Drivetime show with Vick Hope.North presented at Radio 1 for a decade, and is reportedly set to move over to Capital FM and take over from Roman Kemp, who has hosted the Capital Breakfast show for seven years.Following news of his departure from Radio 1, however, some listeners took to social media to criticise the decision to bring Laing in as a replacement, and accused the reality star of not being as deserving for the role as the Burnley host.Now, Laing has also taken to socials to describe North as a “legend” and share his excitement to take on the new role.“Guys, firstly I’m beyond excited to be joining the amazing Vick Hope on Radio1’s Drivetime Show,” he wrote. “Jordan North is a complete pro/legend.

BBC Radio 1.Yesterday, the BBC announced that the Lancashire host was leaving the radio station after a decade of working there. He has hosted the drivetime show with Vick Hope since 2021, along with other shows at the station.Now, North has shared his own statement about the shock move, taking to social media to share a series of photos from his time at Radio 1.

BBC Radio 1 has announced Jordan North will leave the radio station and is set to be replaced by Made in Chelsea‘s Jamie Laing.North has presented at Radio 1 for a decade, and formerly co-hosted their drivetime show with Vick Hope. Filling in for the Burnley radio host will be Jamie Laing, who rose to fame on Made in Chelsea and is set to take over on March 4.

Radio 1‘s Big Weekend will be held in Luton this year, it has been announced.Stockwood Park will host the annual festival from May 24-26 2024, where over 100,000 music fans are expected to attend.For the first time, this year will see all four stages – Radio 1 Main Stage, Radio 1’s Future Sounds, Radio 1 Dance and BBC Introducing – running across all three days.The festival will showcase around 100 acts, with the full line-up and ticket details set to be announced in the coming months.#BIGWEEKEND NEWS‼️We'll be heading to Luton and taking over Stockwood Park for THREE DAYS on Friday 24th, Saturday 25th and Sunday 26th May.Full lineup and ticket info coming soon. pic.twitter.com/iW2juixeF2— BBC Radio 1 (@BBCR1) January 29, 2024In a statement, Breakfast Show host Greg James said: “Radio 1’s Big Weekend is our favourite time of the year and we love taking it somewhere new every year.

Rajar, and reveal that figures for the BBC radio station have dropped significantly since Bruce left his position on Radio 2 to join Greatest Hits Radio.According to the report, following his departure from the radio show – which was the most popular radio programme in the UK – in March, the station has seen listeners drop by more than a million between April and June.In his new role, Bruce has also been reported as attracting just under three million listeners to his Greatest Hits Radio mid-morning show; around 1.25million more than seen under the show’s previous host, Mark Goodier.These figures, while an increase for the programme, still remain significantly less than what he originally attracted on Radio 2.Following his departure, the Radio 2 show was hosted temporarily by Gary Davies for several weeks, until Vernon Kay took over the role as Bruce’s permanent replacement on May 15.While the latest figures mark a loss of approximately seven per cent from the station’s previous quarter, BBC News highlights that Kay joined the programme mid-way through the audience measuring period, launched by Rajar. This means that the industry will be unable to see an accurate representation of his figures until the next quarter.Other figures reported showed that while most stations saw a decline in listeners, BBC Radio 1 saw an increase this quarter – bringing its listeners up to 7.7million.

supports HTML5 videoScott Mills and Chris Stark were immediately emotional as they kicked off their final show on BBC Radio 1.The pair are both leaving for new ventures after long stints at the station (10 years for Chris, and a whopping 24 years for Scott).Their loved ones started the show (titled Love You, Bye) with an emotional montage, with Scott admitting he’d had to take some ‘deep breaths’.Scott’s partner Sam Vaughan said: ‘Scott I just want to say how proud me and Teddy (their dog) are of you.‘I know what a massive part of your life Radio 1 has been and I know how much hard work goes into the shows, and we are so proud of everything you have achieved.‘Just seeing the messages of love over the past few weeks has made me realise how lucky I am to be with you. Well done and enjoy your last show.’Chris’ wife Ria added: ‘You were very much the new boy on the block at Radio 1 and then we fast-forward 10 years and you have lived your dreams.

Charlie Hedges has been left overwhelmed with support after she admitted she was ‘loving’ her post-pregnancy body. The BBC Radio 1 DJ announced she was expecting her first child in March, and gave birth to a baby girl on August 13. She shared the news last week with a sweet photo of her and her partner, whose identity she has not revealed, cradling the newborn’s hand. ‘’Soul of my Soul, And God created Woman,’ Charlie wrote in the caption. ‘Our beautiful Summer-Rose was born Saturday 13th August 2022. Life is complete ❤️AND… she was born to….

has been at the centre of engagement rumours with Calvin Harris, with the pair reportedly having been dating secretly for five months.Nothing is confirmed (although the couple were looking very cosy as they stepped out at the Chelsea Flower Show this week) but either way, the star smashed it as she hosted on the main stage.Donning a glittery crop top and denim shorts, Vick, 32, made the most of the gorgeous weather, also rocking a pair of sunnies. She chatted away to the crowd, and made sure to hang out with her Radio 1 pals, including Jordan North and Clara Amfo, and enjoy the show, including a spot of Ed Sheeran.The Perfect hitmaker put on an incredible show as always, with stars including KSI, Aitch, AJ Tracey, Anne-Marie, Sam Fender, and Yungblud also performing.Harry Styles is set to headline Sunday at the festival, with stars including George Ezra, Becky Hill, and Chase & Status still yet to perform.

Harry Styles is set to make a lot of fans very happy, as he has been announced to headline Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2022, as well as Capital FM’s Summertime Ball.The As It Was star, 28, has been confirmed to perform a full headline set on Sunday, May 29 at the Big Weekend in Coventry. He was also announced to play at Capital’s Summertime Ball with Barclaycard on June 12 at London’s Wembley Stadium with KSI, Anne-Marie, George Ezra, Becky Hill, Sigala, Gayle, ArrDee and Eddie Benjamin also confirmed.The One Direction star is fresh off his headline performance at Coachella in the US, where he had special guests Shania Twain and Lizzo join him on stage. He has now been confirmed to headline the first Big Weekend to take place in person since 2019, after 2020 and 2021’s events had to take place online due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. BBC Radio 1 tweeted: ‘Our final #BigWeekend Sunday headliner is @Harry_Styles. This is going to be SO special.

surgery to remove a tumour one month ago.The TV and radio star announced in October that she had been diagnosed with bowel cancer before having the operation, revealing it had ‘all happened so quickly’.Taking to Instagram, she documented her first early start in a few weeks as she prepared to head into the studio for a Saturday morning show.Starting with the all-important task of boiling the kettle for a cup of tea just after 4:30am, the former I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! campmate then delightedly showed off the customised stoma bag her partner Kate had made for her, complete with the BBC Radio 1 logo.‘You are so amazing Katie!’ the 42-year-old declared, before admitting: ‘I can’t believe it! I’m going to be back on Radio 1! I

Adele Roberts has revealed she has had a stoma bag fitted amid her treatment for bowel cancer, crediting it with helping save her life. The BBC Radio 1 presenter, 42, took to Instagram to share a photo of her stoma as she thanked the NHS for their ‘brilliance’ since discovering she had cancer. Alongside a photo of her pulling up her pink hospital nightgown to unveil the bag, she wrote: ‘Thank you NHS! I love you! You heroes!‘Had this t-shirt by my side all week (thank you Katie)… going out to everyone who needs to see it: “Keep going, you’ve got this”.‘Even though I’m leaving hospital today I will really miss the staff here. They’ve been my family away from my family. Thank you for keeping me safe.

BBC Radio 1 presenter Scott Mills has announced his engagement to partner Sam Vaughan.The pair, who have been together for four years, got engaged over the weekend and are now planning the rest of their lives together.The popular host celebrated the news this evening on Instagram, complete with a gorgeous snap of the pair embracing as photographs spanning their time together hung attached to silver helium balloons.A bright blue box which holds the engagement ring is also visible in the sweet picture of the moment after the question was popped.Sharing the happy news, Scott wrote: ‘After 4 years together I’m delighted to say we got engaged at the weekend.‘As [Sam] knows, I always said I didn’t think I would ever get married.