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Season 2016

Season 2017

Season 2019

  • S2019E01 Little Simz

    • March 29, 2019
    • BBC iPlayer

    Urgent London rapper proves why she's one of the most essential voices around

  • S2019E02 Anna Calvi

    • March 29, 2019
    • BBC iPlayer

    The defiant guitar hero delivers a compelling and captivating headline set

Season 2020

  • S2020E01 Mike Skinner (DJ Set)

    • March 6, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    The Streets frontman brings the tunes with a special DJ set

  • S2020E02 Mary Anne Hobbs (DJ set)

    • March 6, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    6 Music's own takes us on an eclectic musical journey

  • S2020E03 Gaika

    • March 6, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Gripping, forward-thinking hip-hop from the Brixton artist

  • S2020E04 Greentea Peng

    • March 6, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Cosmic, hypnotic trip-hop from a soulful new talent

  • S2020E05 black midi

    • March 6, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Unwieldy and unpredictable experimental rock that enthralls and confounds

  • S2020E06 Brittany Howard at the 6 Music Festical

    • March 6, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Brittany Howard plays live at the Roundhouse for this year's 6 Music Festival in Camden, London

  • S2020E07 Róisín Murphy

    • March 6, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Irish icon and Moloko singer makes a triumphant return to 6 Music Festival

  • S2020E08 EOB

    • March 7, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    A European live debut from the Radiohead man going it alone

  • S2020E09 Kojey Radical

    • March 7, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Expect thought-provoking rhymes and Neo-funk vibes.

  • S2020E10 The Selecter

    • March 7, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    2 Tone heroes bring the reggae and ska to skank along too.

  • S2020E11 Robert Glasper

    • March 7, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    A masterclass in jazz and neo-soul from the Grammy winning jazz pianist.

  • S2020E12 Sudan Archive

    • March 7, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Evocative and engaging Afro-futurism with a splash of violin wizzardry.

  • S2020E13 Jordan Rakei

    • March 7, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Lush and layered R&B from the Loyle Carner and Disclosure collaborator.

  • SPECIAL 0x1 The Selecter and EOB at the 6 Music Festival 2020

    • March 7, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    The Selecter and Ed O'Brien from Radiohead play live at the Roundhouse in Camden, London

  • S2020E14 Kate Tempest

    • March 8, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Hip-Hop extraordinaire headlines the Roundhouse

  • S2020E15 Kim Gordon

    • March 8, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Ex-Sonic Youth star cements her icon status with solo set.

  • S2020E16 Anna Meredith

    • March 8, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Innovative soundscapes from the electronic composer-turned-MBE.

  • S2020E17 Jehnny Beth

    • March 8, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Showstopping Savages singer makes her presence felt at the 6 Music Festival

  • S2020E18 Nadine Shah

    • March 8, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Brooding but melodic post-punk that balances the political with the personal.

  • S2020E19 Bombay Bicycle Club

    • March 8, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Shimmering and soaring indie from some hometown heroes.

  • S2020E20 Squid

    • March 8, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Yelpy Brighton post-punks with wry tales of modern Britain.

  • S2020E21 Warmduscher

    • March 8, 2020
    • BBC iPlayer

    Scuzzy garage rock with a warped sense of humour.

  • SPECIAL 0x2 6 Music Festival Celebrates International Woman's Day 2020

    • March 8, 2020

    Live performances from Roisin Murphy, Kate Tempest, Kim Gordon and more.

Season 2021

  • S2021E01 Michael Kiwanuka

    • March 26, 2021
    • BBC iPlayer

    Soul-folk sensation Michael Kiwanuka delivers a stirring performance at Alexandra Palace.

  • S2021E02 Laura Marling

    • March 26, 2021
    • BBC iPlayer

    Rich and illuminating indie-folk from the four-time Mercury Prize nominee.

  • S2021E03 Bicep

    • March 26, 2021
    • BBC iPlayer

    Dance duo brings the party to your home with high-energy set.

  • S2021E04 Poppy Ajudha

    • March 26, 2021
    • BBC iPlayer

    Genre-blurring songwriter brings jazz and soul vibes to 6 Music Festival 2021.

  • S2021E05 shame

    • March 26, 2021
    • BBC iPlayer

    London post-punks deliver an angsty and highly charged set.

  • S2021E06 Nubya Garcia

    • March 26, 2021
    • BBC iPlayer

    London saxophonist leads the neo jazz revival at 6 Music Festival 2021.

  • S2021E07 Dry Cleaning

    • March 26, 2021
    • BBC iPlayer

    Wry and satirical alt-rock that packs a punch.

  • S2021E08 Working Men's Club

    • March 26, 2021
    • BBC iPlayer

    Yorkshire band combine euphoric synth-pop and biting post-punk

  • S2021E09 Black Country, New Road

    • March 26, 2021
    • BBC iPlayer

    One of Britain's most innovative bands deliver on the hype.

  • S2021E10 Michael Kiwanuka and Laura Marling

    • March 26, 2021
    • BBC iPlayer

    Cerys Matthews presents highlights from the BBC 6 Music Festival at Alexandra Palace of the sets performed by Michael Kiwanuka, Laura Marling and Bicep. Songs include You Ain’t the Problem by Michael Kiwanuka, Song for Our Daughter by Laura Marling and a special track from Bicep. Cerys also talks to Michael and Laura about being able to finally perform in a live venue after a year of restrictions, albeit with no audience just yet.

Season 2022

  • S2022E01 The Warm Up

    • March 23, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    Get ready for 6 Music Festival 2022 with a selection of standout BBC performances from many of the acts coming to Cardiff.

  • S2022E02 Cardiff Calling: Festival Preview

    • April 1, 2022
    • BBC Cymru Wales

    As the 6 Music Festival kicks off in Cardiff, Cerys Matthews and Huw Stephens preview some of the artists lined up to perform in the Welsh capital.

  • S2022E03 Manic Street Preachers

    • March 31, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    The Manics make a bit of Cardiff history for 6 Music Festival, performing in Clwb Ifor Bach for the very first time. As intimate a gig as you'll get!

  • S2022E04 IDLES

    • April 1, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    Bristol’s famous sons whip the Great Hall into a frenzy. There’s nothing like an IDLES gig.

  • S2022E05 Lucy Dacus

    • April 1, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    One of the best lyricists in rock today, Lucy Dacus holds Cardiff’s Great Hall in the palm of her hands.

  • S2022E06 Pixies

    • April 1, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    Inspiration to countless bands, icons of punk rock Pixies play their first ever 6 Music Festival. Even we’re geeking out about this one.

  • S2022E07 Little Simz

    • April 1, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    This one’s an all-timer. Little Simz’s headline slot at St David’s hall is everything you want it to be and more.

  • S2022E08 Mykki Blanco

    • April 1, 2022

    A genre-defying, trailblazing artist, Mykki Blanco takes over St David’s Hall the way only they can.

  • S2022E09 Curtis Harding

    • April 1, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    Ever wondered what “slop n soul” sounds like? Well, now’s your chance. Spoiler: it’s bluesy, gospel, soulful rock and it is unreal.

  • S2022E10 Deyah

    • April 1, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    We are blessed to have Cardiff rapper Deyah performing as part of 6 Music festival this year!

  • S2022E11 Bloc Party

    • April 2, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    Bloc Party are back, and we have *missed* them. British indie at it’s finest - this is a set full of absolute bangers.

  • S2022E12 Sports Team

    • April 2, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    Sports Team bring all the energy to their set in The Great Hall. Mercury nominated and oozing confidence, this isn’t one to be missed.

  • S2022E13 beabadoobee

    • April 2, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    beabadoobee takes the stage in Cardiff to open another night of great music at The Great Hall. This one's a real treat.

  • S2022E14 Khruangbin

    • April 2, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    Top tier purveyors of hazy 70s psychadelic guitars Khruangbin delivered a treat this year at 6 Music Festival.

  • S2022E15 Ezra Collective

    • April 2, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    A jazz quintet with soulful influences, the superbly talented Ezra Collective set the tone in St David’s Hall Saturday night.

  • S2022E16 Ibibio Sound Machine

    • April 2, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    Ibibio Sound Machine’s live set is an absolute force of West African funk and disco.

  • S2022E17 Johnny Marr

    • April 3, 2022

    Johnny Marr closes the final night of 6 Music Festival at The Great Hall in spectacular fashion. There's only one Johnny Marr.

  • S2022E18 Self Esteem

    • April 3, 2022

    Pop bangers, lyrics that can stop you in your tracks, dance moves - Self Esteem gigs are a whirlwind! Come see what all the fuss is about.

  • S2022E19 Wet Leg

    • April 3, 2022

    A performance from the indie rock duo everyone’s talking about.

  • S2022E20 Father John Misty

    • April 3, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    A special performance, this one. Father John Misty closes out 6 Music Festival in Cardiff, accompanied by the BBC National Orchestra of Wales.

  • S2022E21 Cat Power

    • April 3, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    This Cat Power performance may make you do one of those happy/emo smile-cries. The absolute best!

  • S2022E22 Gruff Rhys

    • April 3, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    The former Super Furry Animals frontman takes over St David’s Hall for a proper homecoming celebration.

  • S2022E23 audiobooks

    • April 3, 2022
    • BBC iPlayer

    audiobooks bring their catchier than catchy electro to Cardiff. A properly fun band live.

Season 2024