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The MOBOs at 30

1Xtra salutes the MOBO Awards as they celebrate 30 years, reflecting on the show’s rich history, from early winners like 2Pac and The Fugees to the 2026 nominees.

1Xtra salutes the MOBO Awards as they celebrate 30 years, reflecting on the show’s rich history, from early winners like 2Pac and The Fugees to the 2026 nominees. We also honour those who have received Impact Awards and the artists who have cemented their names in MOBO legacy through their contribution to their genres. Featuring music from Beenie Man, Ayra Starr, Shallipopi, Sasha Keable, FLO, Brandy and many more.

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Thu 12 Feb 202603:00
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Music Played

  • 2Pac

    California Love (feat. Dr. Dre & Roger Troutman)

    • All Eyez On Me.
    • Death Row/Interscope.
    • 12.

  • Fugees

    Fu Gee La

    • The Score.
    • Columbia.

  • Mariah the Scientist

    Always n Forever (feat. Lil Baby)

  • kwn

    do what i say

    • RCA.

  • Kehlani

    Folded

  • Gunna

    wgft (feat. Burna Boy)

    • 300 Entertainment.

  • Brandy

    Afrodisiac

    • Atlantic.

  • Bashy

    Blessed (feat. Haile & Skrapz)

    • Bish Bash Bosh Music LTD.

  • Ayra Starr & Rema

    Who's Dat Girl

    • Mavin Records.

  • Shallipopi

    Laho

    • Since 93.

  • Tyla

    Chanel

    • Epic Records.

  • Wizkid

    Essence (feat. Tems)

    • Starboy Entertainment.

  • FLO

    Walk Like This

    • Island Records.

  • Sasha Keable

    Hold Up

    • RCA / Flight Club.

  • AJ Tracey & Jorja Smith

    Crush

    • Revenge Records.

  • So Solid Crew

    21 Seconds

    • 21 Seconds.
    • Relentless.

  • LeoStayTrill

    Hands On Knees (feat. K Trap)

  • Beenie Man

    Dancehall Queen (feat. Chevelle Franklyn)

    • VP.

  • Vybz Kartel

    Real Badman

Broadcast

  • Thu 12 Feb 202603:00
    BBC Radio 1Xtra