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Seani's Top Selector Mix: Songs For Jamaica
Seani celebrates Jamaican Independence with a mix which shines a light on its resilience.
1. When Jay-Z Went to Harrow Road
What happened on Jay-Z’s first trip to London, and why is he still rapping about it?
2. From Hammersmith to Armageddon
Ashley Walters reveals how a UK show made it onto one of hip-hop’s greatest albums.
3. The Ruler
Ashley Walters tells the story of one of the world’s most sampled records.
4. Supa Dupa Southall
Ashley Walters finds out what happened when Timbaland went record shopping in Southall.
5. An American Boy and an English Girl
Ashely Walters tells the story of one of hip-hop’s biggest US/UK collabs.
07/08/2023
The sound of 1Xtra, uninterrupted...
6: The Drake Effect
Ashley Walters explores how Drake’s love of the UK has smashed through hip hop’s barriers.
7: Drillers
British actor and rapper Ashley Walters explores the UK's influence on hip-hop.
8: UK to the World
Ashley Walters reflects on how the new wave of British rappers today.
Slow Jamz Hits from PARTYNEXTDOOR, Jhene Aiko, Rihanna and more
Chuckie mixes up R&B slow jams. Playing Hits from PARTYNEXTDOOR, Jhene Aiko, and more.
Pure 2002 Energy: Hits that still hit
Huge hits from 2002! Nelly, Nas, Floetry, Brandy, Eminem, Christina and more.
Throwbacks from Spice, Popcaan, Patrice Roberts and more!
Keke brings your throwback party giving you an hour of classics through your speaker!
Wake up with some of your favourite classics!
21 Seconds BC Battle and One Word Weekend
Wake up with Nadia for the perfect mix of music, gossip and giggles! @1Xtra on social
New week, new day!
It's just a new week, new day! DJ Day Day soundtracks your mid-morning. @1Xtra on social
24/08/2026
The latest news from around the UK and around the world.
Melody Medicine!
Kaylee helps you get through your Monday afternoon with a game of Melody Medicine!
Remi with the MONDAY Energy!
Kickstart your week with the Energy Provider, Remi Burgz! @1Xtra on social
Pitch Perfect Monday
It's Monday, so that means Pitch Perfect! Get your requests in! @1Xtra on social
Target has 1Xtra's ultimate guide to new music. @1Xtra on social
Manga Saint Hilare digs out a stack of new music. @1Xtra on social
Monday Madness
Late-night music and mayhem with Snoochie. @1Xtra on social
