BBC Radio 1 has named the next wave of recipients of the Annie Nightingale Pioneers.
Formerly the Annie Nightingale Scholarship, the scheme is an initiative designed to champion up-and-coming women and non-binary DJs in the Dance scene.
The late Annie Nightingale became the first-ever female DJ on Radio 1 when she joined the station over 50 years ago. She was the station’s longest-serving DJ and hosted a weekly show on Tuesday nights showcasing the biggest and best new Dance tracks.
Now into its fourth year, the initiative continues to celebrate and elevate talented women and non-binary people in the electronic music scene – a space which has historically overlooked these voices.
Each year three brand-new DJs are given the opportunity to showcase their taste and expertise on a national platform.
Aled Haydn Jones, Head of Radio 1, says: “Annie had a pioneering spirit and an unwavering dedication to discovering and supporting emerging talent so I’m proud that we can continue her legacy through this important initiative, paving the way for new DJing talent.
“I can’t wait to see what our 2024 recipients have lined up!”
The 2024 recipients are (in alphabetical order):
re:ni
re:ni is a DJ and producer born in Birmingham and later raised in Dorset. She is renowned for her sub-heavy sound which marries deep dub sonics with dark mutations of techno, jungle and dubstep. Following her steady rise as an internationally recognised DJ, re:ni released her second EP in February and in October she released her first record on her own label ‘re:lax’.
re:ni says: “It is an honour to have been selected by Annie Nightingale Pioneers. As a female producer, my biggest motivation is to inspire and empower other women to make music. To be recognised as a pioneer compels me to continue the example set by Annie and to keep uplifting and celebrating all of the amazing female talent in the Dance music world today.”
Tash LC
Tash LC is a London-based DJ and producer with a passion for music from the global club space. She draws in listeners with a balance of textured afro-jazz and highlife fusions with meetings of Kuduro, Gqom and eclectic club rhythms. She has had a residency on BBC Radio 1Xtra and also runs a record label and club night called ‘Club Yeke’ which focuses on platforming music from the Global South.
Tash LC says: “Being chosen as one of Annie’s Pioneers is a huge, huge honour. I’ve always looked up to Annie as an absolute legend who paved the way for so many incredible women in radio and DJ’ing so to be a part of her legacy is amazing. I’m excited to showcase a journey through some of the music from the scenes I love and the producers that shape the global club world.”
Tatyana Jane
Tatyana Jane is a DJ and producer born in Cameroon and raised in the South of France. Her musical style is deeply influenced by her rich cultural heritage and is blended with contemporary elements of broken rhythm. Her second EP was released in May and this summer she performed alongside Skrillex at Berlin’s CTM Festival as well as performing at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Tatyana Jane says: “I am deeply honoured to have been chosen as one of the Annie Nightingale Pioneers 2024 on BBC Radio 1. This opportunity is more than just an accomplishment for me; it’s a chance to celebrate and amplify diversity in the electronic music scene. Through my mix, I want to advocate for the idea that every voice matters and that together, we can push the boundaries of what this culture represents. Join me on November 9th to share this vision with you.”
The 2024 recipients will each appear in a special show on Saturday 9 November from 11pm-2am.
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