BBC Radio 1 Dance unveils fresh lineup: Charlie Tee lands huge new show
Charlie Tee is taking over the daily 12pm to 3pm slot, broadcasting seven days a week on BBC Radio 1 Dance.
BBC Radio 1 Dance is revamping its station schedule later this year, introducing a new daily afternoon anchor, a dedicated grassroots club culture show, and a stellar rotation of guest resident DJs.
Daily Afternoons: Charlie Tee is taking over the daily 12pm to 3pm slot, broadcasting seven days a week.
New Residency Lineup: Silva Bumpa, Paige Tomlinson, Sam Alfred, and Effy will host The Residency on Thursdays starting August 6.
Special Broadcast: Global producer Jonas Blue hosts a one-off special on Thursday, July 30.
UK Club Culture Showcase: Martha launches a new monthly three-hour show dedicated to British underground and grassroots dance scenes.
Charlie Tee Moves to Daily Afternoons
In one of the station’s biggest schedule shifts, Charlie Tee will take the reins of the daily 12pm to 3pm slot across Monday to Sunday, delivering a mix of fresh releases, current anthems, and timeless dance classics.
Charlie said she is “absolutely elated” to join the afternoon line-up and described dance music as her life’s passion.
Breakfast remains locked in, with Matty Chiabi continuing to wake up listeners on the 6am to 9am morning show as part of the refreshed daytime programming.
Amplifying British Underground & Grassroots Scenes
Highlighting the UK’s vibrant club ecosystem, DJ and presenter Martha will launch a brand-new monthly three-hour broadcast tailored specifically around British club culture. The show aims to champion local scenes while shining a light on both underground pioneers and rising talent.
Martha said she hopes the show will amplify and document British club culture, and provide a platform for the next generation of underground dance producers.
Fresh Talent Takes Over ‘The Residency’
BBC Radio 1 Dance’s flagship Thursday night slot, The Residency (11pm to 1am), continues its tradition of spotlighting influential electronic artists from the UK and internationally.
Before the new rotation kicks off, Jonas Blue will present a special one-off show on Thursday, July 30.
Starting Thursday, August 6, a brand-new monthly rotation will take over the decks:
Month / DateResident DJAugust 6Silva BumpaSeptemberPaige TomlinsonOctoberSam AlfredNovemberEffy
Station Leadership on the New Schedule
Speaking on the upcoming schedule changes, Aled Haydn Jones, Head of Radio 1, says:
“Charlie’s daily afternoon show will soundtrack listeners’ days with the hottest new, current and classic dance music, while Martha’s UK club focus will celebrate the communities, clubs, collectives, and artists driving grassroots club culture across the UK who need our support.
“Alongside another exciting line-up for The Residency, these additions will help listeners discover the DJs, producers and sounds shaping the future of dance music.”