BBC Radio 1 live

BBC Radio 1 is the most-watched British national station owned by the British Broadcasting Corporation. It was founded on September 30, 1967, and is broadcast on FM and DAB frequencies throughout the country. Since May 1991, a round-the-clock program has been in place, consisting of contemporary pop music during the day and dance, hip-hop, and indie music in the evenings. The main audience is young people aged 15 to 30.

Our expert opinion

🔥 Pros:

• Engaging & Talented Presenters.
• Champions emerging talent, often playing tracks before they reach mainstream popularity in New Music Show with Jack Saunders. Many global stars, including Adele, Ed Sheeran, and Billie Eilish, received early support from the station.
• Extensive coverage of Glastonbury, Reading & Leeds, and more.
• Hosts major live events like Radio 1’s Big Weekend, giving fans access to exclusive performances.
• While music is the core focus, Radio 1 also covers pop culture, TV, and film, keeping content fresh.
• Ad-Free & Publicly Funded.

⨉ Cons:

• As a publicly funded station, it faces pressure to justify its spending and programming choices.
• Frequent Presenter Changes.
• Tough Competition.

Other data

Via Television: Freeview - 700, Sky - 0101, Freesat - 700, Cable - 901