BBC Radio 1 Dance is updating its programming schedule with the appointment of Charlie Tee as the host of its daily afternoon slot. The show runs Monday to Sunday from 12pm to 3pm. Matty Chiabi retains his position as the presenter for the 6am to 9am daytime show.
The station is introducing a new monthly three hour programme hosted by Martha. This show focuses on UK club culture and electronic underground music. The format involves exploring different cities, regions, clubs, collectives, and genres to highlight grassroots DJs and artists. Martha has previously spent three years platforming underground sounds on BBC Radio 1.
From Thursday 6 August, The Residency on Radio 1 Dance will feature a new rotation of DJs. The line up includes Silva Bumpa, Paige Tomlinson, Sam Alfred, and Effy. These presenters will broadcast every Thursday from 11pm to 1am for a four week period. Aled Haydn Jones, Head of Radio 1, confirmed these additions to the schedule.
A one off special broadcast featuring DJ and producer Jonas Blue takes place on Thursday 30 July. The Residency on Radio 1 Dance is broadcast on both Radio 1 and the Radio 1 Dance digital stream. The show occupies the 11pm to 1am time slot every Thursday.