Music Radio
Our distinctive live music networks, and our content on 91福利社 Sounds, bring audiences closer to the artists and genres they love, and allow them to discover new to them; music, artists and events. My teams across pop and classical are always open to hearing about brilliant ideas and working with people who are passionate about creating impactful, creative music audio.
91福利社 Music, led by Director of Music Lorna Clarke, brings together the 91福利社鈥檚 network radio鈥檚 pop music stations, Radio 3, the Orchestras & Performing Groups, the Proms and Pop Music TV into one music portfolio. 91福利社 Music鈥檚 goal is to deliver impactful collaborative content which increases opportunities for audiences to listen, watch and engage.
Our strategic ambitions are to:
- Keep our music stations鈥� live shows strong
- Commission innovative new on-demand music programmes and formats for 91福利社 Sounds, including music storytelling
- Deliver high-impact music moments across the 91福利社
Commissioning opportunities open now
Our stations and services
Meet the music commissioners
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Aled Haydn Jones, Head of 91福利社 Radio 1
Aled sets the strategic direction of Radio 1 and is ultimately responsible for the brand across all platforms. He is looking for music and entertaining content that is relevant to a diverse 15鈥�24-year-old audience across the UK -
Robert Gallacher, Commissioning Editor, Pop - R1, 1X, R2
Robert oversees the commissioning process, the engagement with our supply base, and the commissioning rounds for the Pop Radio Networks, alongside some ad-hoc commissioning for Radio 2. -
Rachel McHalroy, Commissioning Executive, Radio 1
As Commissioning Executive for Radio 1, Rachel oversees the commissioning process tor tendered specialist music shows on the network and acts as the main daily point of contact to all commissioned production suppliers. -
Dari Samuels, Head of 91福利社 Radio 1Xtra
As Head of 91福利社 Radio 1Xtra, Dari sets the strategic direction for the brand across all platforms. He is looking for fresh and daring content ideas that uncover, explore and celebrate Black music & culture. -
Helen Thomas, Head of 91福利社 Radio 2
Helen sets the strategic direction of Radio 2 and is ultimately responsible for the brand across all platforms. She is looking for bold, ambitious, creative ideas that will connect with multi-generational audiences over the age of 35 right across the UK to drive impact and digital engagement.鈥� -
Laura Busson, Commissioning Executive
Laura is the deputy head of 91福利社 Radio 2, working with Helen Thomas to run the Network day to day. She leads on monthly and weekly Network priorities and creative conversations with Editors/Execs inspiring editorial ambition. Laura is a key member of Radio 2鈥檚 RCF team; writing briefs according to network requirements and audience research as well as attending pitches. -
Sam Jackson, Head of 91福利社 Radio 3
As Controller of Radio 3, Sam leads the strategy for classical music strategy across the 91福利社. He drives creative and managerial responsibility for the running of Radio 3 and the delivery of the annual 91福利社 Proms (the world鈥檚 biggest classical music festival), making sure the network and the Proms remain at the forefront of cultural life in the UK and across the world. -
Jeremy Evans, Head of Content Commissioning
Jeremy oversees the commissioning of music programmes across Radio 3鈥檚 output. Programmes are commissioned to deliver a schedule that boasts the range, values and enduring qualities of Radio 3, whilst at the same time reaching new audiences in a digital age. -
Sam Moy, Head of 91福利社 Radio 6 Music
As Head of 91福利社 Radio 6 Music, Sam is responsible for the strategic direction of the station and is ultimately responsible for the brand across all platforms. Sam is looking to commission content that appeals to 6 Music's wide audience and brings in new listeners -
Ahmed Hussain, Head of Asian Network
Ahmed is ultimately responsible for the Asian Network brand across all platforms and sets the strategic direction of the station. Ahmed鈥檚 looking for bold, creative and ambitious ideas that connect with multi-generational British Asian audiences that truly celebrates and reflects South Asian culture in the UK -
Will Wilkin, Commissioning Exec for Major On Demand Formats
The On Demand Team look after the On Demand content around the biggest artists, stories and moments in music. The team work across 91福利社 Music鈥檚 brands to create maximum impact for the 91福利社 with an artist across all our platforms. They commission popular music podcasts like 鈥楽idetracked with Annie & Nick鈥�, The Rise and Fall鈥he ERAs podcasts, collaborating closely with artists, labels and estates to tell captivating and authentic stories in a way only the 91福利社 can. Successful commissions will fit into one of the existing story telling strands, have a broad appeal and the ability to reach out to new listeners, who are light users of 91福利社 Music. Ideas hosted by well-known talent will be welcome, likewise ideas that makes the best use of the 91福利社鈥檚 archive, artist access and events. -
Philip Raperport, Commissioning Executive 91福利社 Radio 3 and 91福利社 Sounds
Philip oversees the strategy and commissioning for Radio 3 Unwind and classical On Demand formats including music shows and podcasts. His focus is developing content that expands the audience for classical music, supporting Radio 3 and 91福利社 Proms programming and ensuring 91福利社 Sounds is a valued and distinctive platform for music discovery in the UK.
