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Two hours of grime with Sir Spyro
Spyro is joined by Birmingham's Madi Saskia, DJ Biggoss and DJ Kingpin.
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.
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
Day's Question of the Day!
Lively chat with DJ Day Day and the best soundtrack for your morning! @1Xtra on social
30/09/2026
The latest news from around the UK and around the world.
Liar Liar!
Think you can catch out a liar? Sian puts an unbelievable story to the test in Liar Liar!
Remi injects the best music, laughs and energy into your afternoon. @1Xtra on social
Traffic Jams
Get your requests in, it's time for Traffic Jams! @1Xtra on social
CassKidd sits in
CassKidd has 1Xtra's ultimate guide to new music. @1Xtra on social
Afrobeats from all corners of the motherland. @1Xtra on social
The AfroSounds Mix
DJ Edu mixes up Afrobeats. @1Xtra on social
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.
