| 00:00 | 00:001/8Steve Lamacq and Alison Bell tell the story of Madchester 00:222/8Manchester finds its rhythm. The birth of Blue Monday and the reinvention of the Haçienda. 00:443/8The Stone Roses and The Happy Mondays release their first records on the very same day.
| 00:004/5Arlo Parks in conversation and performing at the BBC.(R)
| 00:00Icelandic band Of Monsters and Men take over the Indie Forever playlist!(R)
| 00:00Mancunian experimental rock band Legs on Wheels bring you a Running playlist.
| 00:00Get your fix of all the best new releases in one handy playlist.
| 00:00The legend, Steve Lamacq, has an unforgettable live DJ set from Yes in Manchester.
| 00:00Amy Lamé presents 2 hours of Swedish DJ Olof Dreijer’s set live from Homobloc.
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| 01:00 | 01:064/8Baggy jeans, bucket hats and loose jumpers become the Madchester Uniform. 01:285/8Madchester becomes too big to contain! 01:506/8Madchester... once felt unstoppable begins to fracture under its own weight.
| 01:005/5Arlo Parks presents a mixtape of music that's changed her. First broadcast January 2021.(R)
| 01:00The Horrors recorded live at Glastonbury in 2009 and in session for 6 Music.
| 01:00The Bloc Party frontman reveals the records that are part of his musical DNA.(R)
| 01:00Matt Everitt curates your weekly selection of the brand-new records we love.
| 01:00Nick and Beth bring the energy with a B2B DJ set live from Yes in Manchester.
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| 02:00 | 02:127/8Madchester dissolved. The Hacienda is fading. Is the party over? 02:348/8Steve Lamacq and Alison Bell discuss what Madchester stood for and it's ongoing legacy.
| 02:002/5Chilled tunes on the Park Stage from the Mercury Prize-winning singer and poet.(R)
| 02:00Bloc Party recorded live at the Fez Club, Reading & Somerset House, London.
| 02:00Kele Okereke shares the music that has sound-tracked the ups and downs of his life.(R)
| 02:006 Music takes you through the early hours playing back-to-back music.
| 02:00Nathan and Emily have a thrilling DJ set live from Yes in Manchester.
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| 03:00 | 03:00Soundtrack the early hours with back-to-back music, plus exclusive BBC sessions.(R)
| 03:003/5Open Arlo’s sonic scrapbook for an hour of music and reflections, featuring Paul Epworth(R)
| 03:003/46 Music Festival 2026 headliner Courtney Barnett shares her songwriting inspirations.(R)
| 03:00Jay switched things up a lil and jumped on the decks for an hour in the mix.(R)
| 03:006 Music goes back to the 90s!
| 03:00Rave Forever celebrates Spring Equinox with a show full of sunrise and sunset mixes.(R)
| 03:00(Some of) the best tracks to have soundtracked dance floors over the last 25 years!(R)
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| 04:00 | 04:00Emily Pilbeam presents a mixtape of her personal selection of tracks from BBC Introducing.
| 04:005/5A playlist celebrating the music of Arlo Parks, and its roots and branches.(R)
| 04:00Want to hear the latest tracks 6 Music have added to their playlist? Then listen here!
| 04:00Soundtrack the early hours with back-to-back music, plus exclusive BBC sessions.
| 04:006 Music goes back to the 00s!
| 04:00Clear your mind from distractions with this immersive two-hour mixtape of ambient music.(R)
| 04:00Welcome the new season with this relaxing spring-themed mix.
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| 05:00 | 05:00Chris is joined by Kiioto to chat about their upcoming album Black Salt, due out in April.
| 05:00The biggest tunes to start the day, plus there's your chance to vote on a 'Lost Love'.
| 05:00Chris with the early morning breakfast show and it's the start of the 6 Music Festival!
| 05:00Chris with the early morning breakfast show, plus highlights from the 6Music Festival!
| 05:00Chris Hawkins takes you through 30 minutes of remixed, re-versioned and reimagined tracks. 05:30Chris with the early morning breakfast show, plus highlights from the 6Music Festival!
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| 06:00 | | | | | | 06:00Afrodeutsche catches up with Olof Dreijer ahead of his 6 Music Festival performance.
| 06:00Afrodeutsche brings the mellow weekend flow you need to hit that deeply relaxing vibe.
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| 07:00 | 07:00Actors Kate Mara and Elisabeth Moss chat to Nick about their new series, Imperfect Women.
| 07:00Beth Ditto joins Nick to discuss their upcoming DJ set at 6 Music Festival 2026!
| 07:00Nick looks forward to 6 Music Festival 2026, which kicks off later today.
| 07:00Nick chats to Wesley Joseph and TTSSFU about playing at the 6 Music Festival.
| 07:00Nick chats to producer Aiden Francis about his set tomorrow night at the 6 Music Festival.
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| 08:00 | | | | | | 08:00Mark and Stuart present a 6 Music Festival special with guests Jacob Alon and Naima Bock.
| 08:00Mark and Stuart present a feast of highlights from this year's 6 Music Festival.
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| 10:00 | 10:00Words from Andy Beta around new Alice Coltrane book
| 10:00Lauren gives you the finest blend of fantastic music for your Tuesday morning
| 10:00Lauren gets your Wednesday going with the most magnificent music.
| 10:00SILVERWINGKILLER chat to Lauren ahead of their set at the 6 Music Festival.
| 10:00Deb sits in joined by Lambrini Girls and Fig discussing their gigs at the 6M Festival.
| 10:00Deb and Craig take over broadcasting duties for a 6 Music Festival flavoured show.
| 10:00Cerys complements the festival by looking at the city's canals and the rise of climbing.
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| 13:00 | 13:00Swedish singer-songwriter José González chats to Craig about his new album.
| 13:00Craig invites you to take a moment to chill out and relax in the Zen Den.
| 13:00The 6 Music Festival starts TODAY, so Craig is here to help get you in the mood!
| 13:00Craig chats to noise rock band Mandy, Indiana ahead of their 6 Music Festival performance.
| 13:00Craig chats to Sorry and The Horrors ahead of their 6 Music Festival appearances.
| 13:00Zakia presents a special 6 Music Festival themed show and chats with folk artist RAGG.S.
| 13:00Guy looks back at the late 90s Manchester music scene centred on the Night and Day .
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| 16:00 | 16:00Lammo is back from SXSW with a bag full of new music to share.
| 16:00Co-founder of Twisted Nerve Records and Finders Keepers Records Andy Votel joins Huw.
| 16:00Huw is live from Band on the Wall, Manchester for the 6 Music Festival.
| 16:00Huw celebrates the gigs at this year's 6 Music Festival and beyond.
| 16:00Bloc Party and Yard Act join Huw ahead of performing live tonight at Band on the Wall.
| 16:006 Music Festival: Lauren Auder and Tiberius b chat to Cerys and Huw.
| 16:00Iggy serves up his last sonic cocktail of 2026 including loads of show favourites.
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| 18:00 | | | | 18:00Reviewing this week's new releases.
| | | 18:00Mary Anne wishes Iggy happy trails, as he takes a gap-year at 6 Music.
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| 19:00 | 19:00Nathan Shepherd and Deb Grant hand-pick and share their latest new music obsessions.
| 19:00Nathan Shepherd and Deb Grant hand-pick and share their latest new music obsessions.
| 19:00Nathan Shepherd & Deb Grant: Ellen Beth Abdi and pyncher 19:309/10Live from the 6 Music Festival. 19:45Nathan Shepherd and Deb Grant are live from Band on the Wall for the 6 Music Festival!
| 19:00Nathan Shepherd & Deb Grant: Wesley Joseph & SILVERWINGKILLER
| 19:00Steve is live from the 6 Music Festival, with live sets from Sorry and The Horrors.
| 19:00Nick and Beth are live from Band on the Wall with 6 Music Festival performances.
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| 20:00 | | | 20:309/10Live from the 6 Music Festival.
| | | | 20:00Stuart looks at the more experimental side of the Manchester Music Scene.
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| 21:00 | 21:00Marc Riley plays his music loves from every era and genre.
| 21:00Marc Riley plays his music loves from every era and genre.
| 21:00Emily is live from Band on the Wall, Manchester, for the 6 Music Festival! 21:45Live from the 6 Music Festival.
| 21:00Mary Anne Hobbs and Femi Koleoso with 6 Music Festival highlights. 21:305/10Live from the 6 Music Festival.
| 21:00Nathan Shepherd and Emily Pilbeam are live from YES, Manchester. 21:301/10Live from the 6 Music Festival.
| 21:00Afrodeutsche and Amy Lamé are live from Salford for the 6 Music Festival. 21:152/10Live from the 6 Music Festival.
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| 22:00 | | | 22:40Emily is live from Band On The Wall.
| 22:30Mary Anne Hobbs and Femi Koleoso: Mandy, Indiana.
| 22:45Nathan Shepherd and Emily Pilbeam are live from YES, Manchester, with Yard Act's set.
| 22:30Afrodeutsche and Amy Lamé are live from Salford for the 6 Music Festival.
| 22:00Zakia selects her favourite songs from film soundtracks in honour of her special guests.
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| 23:00 | 23:00Ryan shares his influences and the musical formative years in his life, 1999 – 2001.(R)
| 23:00Jay shares a big perk of touring, getting to explore record stores across the globe.(R)
| 23:00Ryan and Chris come together to celebrate the great Paisley Park.(R)
| 23:00Live from the 6 Music Festival.
| | 23:00Amy Lamé is live from Salford for the 6 Music Festival.
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