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A new 5 seconds to start your week!
Some of the best music from across the decades to get you through the afternoon.
27 Apr 2026,·117 mins
Another Taste Trunk of Funk
Another Taste step up with the 30-minute Trunk of Funk mix.
25 Apr 2026,·180 mins
Dr. Love
Tony Blackburn spins his personal pick of the hits from across the decades.
26 Apr 2026,·55 mins
The Flava of the Old School
Trevor Nelson eases you into your day with classic R&B and hip-hop gems. @1Xtra on social
26 Apr 2026,·120 mins
Classic Cuts of the Sweetest Reggae
The best Sunday reggae vibes. @1Xtra on social
Melvin Odoom sits in
Feelgood dance floor favourites, hidden soul gems and fresh new tunes to make you groove.
Where's The Party?
Tony Blackburn's super Soul show is packed with feelgood anthems and party vibes.
25 Apr 2026,·57 mins
22/04/2026
John Kane brings you the best in northern soul and Motown music.
22 Apr 2026,·180 mins
Prince
Prince: Live At The BBC Radio Theatre, September 1993
Prince and the New Power Generation recorded at the BBC Radio Theatre London in 1993.
21 Apr 2026,·27 mins
Elephant Man Takeover
Elephant Man takes over 1Xtra.
24 Aug 2025,·60 mins
Jamaica Culture Clash
Richie and Shahlaa celebrate Jamaican music in Britain.
21 Feb 2021,·57 mins
09/04/2026
Siobhan Brown celebrates soul music in all its many forms.
09 Apr 2026,·56 mins
Episode 2
British musician and poet Akala examines the culture of his Rastafarian heritage.
29 Jul 2014,·30 mins
2. Going Global
Alvin Hall explores how gospel music has been affected by commercialisation.
02 Feb 2016,·30 mins
Grammy Award winning filmmaker Don Letts explores the life of reggae singer Peter Tosh
23 Nov 2010,·30 mins
Paul Gambaccini recalls The Stax Volt Tour of 1967, which brought soul greats to Europe.
14 Apr 2007,·30 mins
Cerys Matthews celebrates one of her musical heroines, gospel singer Mahalia Jackson.
01 May 2012,·30 mins