BBC 6 Music Unveils Autumn 2025 Line-Up: Kate Moss, Beth Ditto and a Celebration of Neurodivergent Artists
BBC Radio 6 Music has announced its Autumn highlights.
BBC Radio 6 Music, the UK’s most popular digital-only radio station with 2.6 million weekly listeners (RAJAR, Q2 2025), has announced a diverse programme of new content for autumn 2025 — including a world-exclusive David Bowie podcast hosted by Kate Moss, a weekly slot for Beth Ditto, and a groundbreaking series exploring the perspectives of neurodivergent artists.
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Kate Moss Presents Music Uncovered, David Bowie: Changeling
Model and cultural icon Kate Moss will host Music Uncovered, David Bowie: Changeling, an eight-part podcast delving into David Bowie’s creative metamorphosis between 1970 and 1975. The series examines how Bowie transformed into one of rock’s most influential figures during this pivotal era.
Kate says: “David Bowie was a very special person. Someone who was much more than a friend - he was an enigma. So, when the chance came to dive into this extraordinary five-year chapter of Bowie's life for 6 Music and BBC Sounds, hearing from those who joined him on his creative journey and those he continues to inspire, I was excited to help share the story of such an incredible transformation. This podcast is a real celebration of my friend, a true British icon."
Launching on BBC Sounds at 6am on Wednesday 10 September and airing on 6 Music from Monday 22 September (12–2am), the podcast includes rare and unheard archive interviews with Bowie — among them, an exclusive 2001 conversation with creator Des Shaw and newly discovered BBC recordings. It also features fresh insights from Bowie’s collaborators and admirers, including Boy George, Chrissie Hynde, Dave Gahan, Edward Enninful, Elton John, Goldie, Iggy Pop, Harris Reed, Robbie Williams and Twiggy. Archive clips include contributions from Lady Gaga, Sinéad O’Connor, Lou Reed and Tracey Emin.
Episodes cover his early work with The Hype, his fascination with Andy Warhol, the making of The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders from Mars, the legacy of Ziggy Stardust’s image, the legendary final Ziggy performance at Hammersmith Odeon, his 1980 Floor Show at the Marquee Club, the recording of Diamond Dogs and the creation of The Thin White Duke persona.
The release coincides with the V&A’s launch of the David Bowie Centre at V&A East Storehouse — the world’s largest archive dedicated to Bowie’s life and work, featuring rotating displays of key artefacts.
Beth Ditto Joins the Breakfast Show and Launches Indie Forever Disco
Gossip frontwoman Beth Ditto is set to become a regular fixture on the 6 Music Breakfast Show with Nick Grimshaw (weekdays, 7–10am), joining every Tuesday from 16 September for What Would Beth Ditto Do?. The segment invites listeners to share life’s dilemmas, which Beth will tackle with her trademark humour and honesty.
Beth says: “I’m so excited to be joining 6 Music and to get to work with Nick every week is just the cherry on top. I’ve always been a huge fan of the station, so honestly… I’m so excited, I’m speechless. Which should work out great for radio!”
Her influence will expand further in November with Indie Forever Disco with Beth Ditto (20 x 120”), a series on BBC Sounds celebrating indie hits — from timeless classics to future favourites — designed to get the dance floor moving.
Grounding: Celebrating Neurodivergent Creativity
From 15 September to 2 October, 6 Music will broadcast Grounding (12 x 120”), a late-night series giving the spotlight to four neurodivergent artists: composer/DJ/radio host AFRODEUTSCHE, author and podcaster Blindboyboatclub, musician/producer/DJ Emma-Jean Thackray, and singer-songwriter Gary Numan.
Each artist will host three two-hour episodes, sharing personal experiences, exploring how their neurodivergence shapes their creative process, and playing music that holds deep personal meaning.
Emma-Jean says: “I feel like I’ve been really brave making these shows about my neurodivergences. I’ve opened up more on these shows than I do with my loved ones, particularly about my OCD, in the hope that sharing my experiences will help others feel less alone or illuminate them. Telling my story with music is the only way I know how to express myself and my story is inextricably woven with my neurodivergence. It’s how I make the art that I do.”
Gary says: “When I was asked to record some radio shows and express, through the music I listen to, how I get through life as a neurodivergent musician, I failed instantly. The problem is, when I’m not writing music, I don’t listen to music at all. Not to relax, not to remember, not to soothe my worries or lift my spirits. I write music to cope with the world. That’s how music helps me. I am Autistic and I know I interact with the world differently, awkwardly. It’s often difficult, challenging, even frightening at times, but I see my neurodivergence as a gift, not a disorder. It gives me so much more than it takes. I hope people take away from the shows this one simple truth; we are not damaged, not broken, we are just different.”
Blindboyboatclub says: “I’ve worked in TV for years and have gone through great lengths to come across as “normal”. I’ve always wanted to share my love and passion for music on the radio, but have never been given the opportunity because of a fear that I’d be perceived as being too strange or eccentric for such a mainstream platform. It was a pleasure to make these Grounding episodes, because I got to be my authentic autistic self.”
AFRODEUTSCHE says: “When I was asked to put music together for these Grounding shows, I’ll admit - I felt a bit overwhelmed, then I realised it was a rare chance to let people in on the quieter, more personal moments of my life. (That’s what I love about radio) I can share stories through music, without being right in the spotlight. I really don't like being in the front, or being seen… (Some might find surprising). This is my journey - from before my diagnosis to now - with songs I’ve written and music that’s touched my heart. Some of it no one’s ever heard before. Stories of love, understanding love, relationships to music/art/light/colour, and parts of my private life I’ve often kept hidden… It’s not easy sharing the deeper parts of myself, I tend not to, but I’m taking a brave stand and opening up! I'm taking some of my own advice “If it scares you Henrietta and a voice says that you can't do this, you're no good…. DO IT”. So here I am, I'm opening up and sharing the hidden corners of my life that music makes a little less lonely and fills me up with connection and joy.”
Themes range from AFRODEUTSCHE’s reflections on love and privacy, to Blindboyboatclub’s exploration of creativity and solitude, Emma-Jean’s discussion of intrusive thoughts and ADHD/OCD, and Gary’s insights on obsession, emotion and misunderstanding.
Produced by Granny Eats Wolf in collaboration with The Donaldson Trust — Scotland’s national body for neurodiversity — the series was developed with neuro-affirming approaches in mind.
Louise Storie, Head of Connect at The Donaldson Trust, says: “Our work with individuals and organisations is all about shifting the focus from 'deficit' to 'difference.' We help them understand and harness the incredible talents and creativity of neurodivergent individuals. Working with the Grounding project is a perfect example of this, where we supported the team in creating a neuro-affirming context for their work, including helping them to prepare for interviews with neurodivergent artists, advising on neuro-inclusive terminology, language, and approach. Ultimately, this new series is a wonderful celebration of some of the most brilliant and creative minds in the industry and highlights the importance of embracing neurodiversity.”
6 Music’s Autumn Vision
Samantha Moy, Head of BBC Radio 6 Music, says: “There’s so much to look forward to on 6 Music this autumn. It’s a joy to welcome Kate Moss to celebrate an artist close to her heart and ours - David Bowie. I’m proud to be working with four incredible neurodivergent artists, Emma-Jean Thackray, Gary Numan, Blindboyboatclub and our very own AFRODEUTSCHE, who will lead conversations exploring music, identity and creativity in our new series, Grounding. And then there's Beth Ditto, who will be doing all of that and more with Nick Grimshaw on our Breakfast Show, and later this year with Indie Forever Disco.”
Will Wilkin, Commissioning Executive, BBC Music for David Bowie: Changeling, adds: “David Bowie and Kate Moss both transcend fashion, music, and art - true creative forces constantly reshaping culture. This podcast offers a personal look at Bowie’s transformation, revealing his impact and legacy nearly a decade on. With Kate’s narration, the Bowie archive at V&A East Storehouse, 6 Music’s connection to his sound, and Zinc Media’s award-winning production, David Bowie: Changeling gathers the voices of those he inspired. As Bowie said, “I don’t know where I’m going from here, but I promise it won’t be boring” - this is Kate Moss on that constant reinvention that made him an icon.”