The commercial radio sector is planning another UK Music Week, the big promotional thingimy which was staged for the first time last year, and which sees all the key commercial radio networks staging special programming and events to celebrate all that is good in British music.
Taking place from 21 to 28 May, participating stations will feature special programming during the week including sessions, 'story behind the song' programmes, and various listener poll type things. Artists due to participate include Amy Winehouse, Paolo Nutini, Mika, Travis, Ben's Brother, Air Traffic, Cherry Ghost, Amy McDonald, Amy Winehouse, Jamiroquai, Jamelia, James Blunt, James Morrison and Corinne Bailey Rae.
Confirming the plans, Andrew Harrison of RadioCentre, the central body representing UK commercial radio, told reporters: "The stations are pulling together some fantastic programming for what will be a great week to tune into commercial radio. There will be shared programming taking place across the five networks championing the best of UK music and some of our smaller local stations will also be playing their part in the week's celebrations doing what they do best, engaging their local community".
In a unique dedication to the UK music industry, Friday, 26th May will see the networks allocating their airtime to UK Music and supporting the very best of UK music across the commercial radio network. The great thing about commercial radio is that it offers an incredible breadth of output for listeners right across the board - from contemporary and rhythmic stations to classical and gold which means we are able to offer something for everyone".