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Smethwick-based artist Madi Saskia joins Spyro for Live Bars
Spyro is joined by Birmingham MC, DJ and Singer Madi Saskia who does Live Bars.
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
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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.
100% Reggae Mix
Chuckie does things differently for Carnival and plays 100% reggae.
Nothing but throwbacks
An hour of throwback bangers from across eras — all killer, no filler.
Throwbacks from Giggs, Katie Pearl, Skepta and more!
Keke brings your throwback party giving you an hour of classics through your speaker!
Wake up with some of your favourite classics!
The One Note Game
Wake up with Nadia for the perfect mix of music, gossip and giggles! @1Xtra on social
Dividing the Nation with my Day's Question Of The Day
Which side of the fence do you sit on? Lets find out with my Question of the day! @1Xtra
Manchester City latest
What have the club been found guilty of, and what might happen next?
Nadia lies to Sian!
Sian puts Nadia Jae's unbelievable story to the test in Liar Liar!
No.1 Fan Quiz
Remi challenges another listener to the No.1 Fan Quiz. @1Xtra on social
Flydubai flight 'heroes'
A man has been arrested after reportedly stabbing his co-pilot on a flight to Israel.
Remi is joined by Jordan Stephens!
Jordan Stephens is here to help Remi find peace! @1Xtra on social
CassKidd sits in
CassKidd has 1Xtra's ultimate guide to new music. @1Xtra on social
Big tunes From Ayra Starr, Young Jonn and Joeboy
Afrobeats from all corners of the motherland with tunes from Ayra Starr and Young Jonn.
The AfroSounds Mix: DJ Kops For Botswana independence
DJ Edu hands control to Botswana's DJ Kops to celebrate Botswanana independence.
Throwbacks from Donae'o, J Hus, Princess Nyah and more!
Black History Month special: Icons and anthems
A Black History Month throwback celebration you need. Legends, anthems, pure vibes.
