Tiffany Culver will launch her own BBC Radio 1Xtra show.
This announcement follows the former news. music week Cover star is stepping down from The Rap Show fronted by Kenny Allstar. The Tiffany Culver Show will air his two hours every Friday night starting June 9.
Allstar will host a new 1Xtra Rap Show on Friday, and the Radio 1 Rap Show will air Saturday night on Radio 1 and 1Xtra. Also, the revamped rap show, which launches on June 9, is part of his 1Xtra shakeup with Snoochy Shy and Sir Pyro moving to new slots.
Snoochie Shy will be kicking off a new Monday night show on June 5th from 11pm to 1am. Sir Spyro, on the other hand, will be moving into the same slot on Tuesday night starting June 6th. Details have not yet been announced.
Tiffany Culver said, “I am so excited to announce my new show on the network. It represents a new era for me where I can continue to champion, celebrate and honor the music I love with complete freedom.” Recognized as a tastemaker by the BBC, I am honored to continue the role that got me hooked on radio, which means playing records that make me feel something. It’s a weekly opportunity to do it, and it’s an incredible feeling.”
Honored to be recognized by the BBC as a Tastemaker
Tiffany Culver
Kenny Allstar said: On the network he has the honor of broadcasting two rap radio shows in one weekend. Look forward to continuing to represent the UK underground rap scene on a deeper level and showcasing the hottest freestyles from some of the scene’s lesser-known heroes!”
Snoochie Shy adds: Let me know on Monday though!
Lord Spyro said: I’m still going to play the best grime, but now it’s your Tuesday night! The biggest interviews, guest mixes, old school mixes, instrumental mixes and much more. “
Faron McKenzie, Head of BBC Radio 1Xtra, said: Tiffany’s ambitions for this new multi-genre show are unmatched and we can’t wait to see how her raw talent, passion and creativity shape this new slot in the schedule. And Kenny’s reputation precedes him. He will take her 1Xtra Rap Show to new heights in the stratosphere, creating a huge platform for rappers across the UK and around the world to showcase their talent.
Tiffany, Kenny, Snoochy and Spyro are all pioneers in their respective fields
Fallon Mackenzie
“Snoochie Shy kicking us off with Monday Madness and the antics we all know and love about her would be the best start to 1Xtra week. There’s no one better than us to deliver the best grime to.
“Tiffany, Kenny, Snoochy and Spyro are pioneers in their respective fields, each with their own style, energy and expertise, but what they have in common is a love of music and 1Xtra listeners. I can’t wait to see what they all bring to their show and this next chapter.
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