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Radio 1's Essential MixEpisodes

    Ben Sterling

    Ben Sterling makes his Essential Mix debut.

    Daria Kolosova

    Ukraine's Daria Kolosova deliver two blistering hours of techno.

    Voices From the Lake

    Italy's Donato Dozzy and Neel combine for two hypnotic hours of ambient techno.

    Rebekah

    Birmingham-born Rebekah dials up the BPMs on this uncompromising Essential Mix!

    Octo Octa

    Octo Octa takes over the Essential Mx with two hours of house, breaks and rave.

    Lou Nour

    Lou Nour (FKA Sicaria) makes her Essential Mix debut.

    Danny L Harle

    Danny L Harle makes his Essential Mix debut.

    Marsolo

    Rising Dutch house music star Marsolo makes his debut.

    Denis Sulta

    Denis Sulta returns with a brand new Essential Mix!

    Carl Cox at [UNVRS]Dance Awards: Essential Mix of the Year

    Radio 1's Essential Mix of 2025 from Carl Cox, performing a rare vinyl set in Ibiza.