Ezra Collective drummer and bandleader Femi Koleoso is joining BBC Radio 6 Music as a regular presenter from 2 January 2026.
He will host The People’s Party every Friday from 7 to 9pm, broadcasting from MediaCity UK in Salford. The show will provide a weekly space for listeners to relax and connect through uplifting music.
Femi said he was thrilled to become part of the 6 Music team, describing radio as a “powerful medium that can transform your mood in a moment.” He added that being part of the station’s “family means the world” and that he looked forward to “bringing joy to the airwaves, one selection at a time.”
The move marks a natural step for Femi, who has previously stood in for Gilles Peterson, Guy Garvey and Jamz Supernova on 6 Music. Alongside leading Ezra Collective—the first jazz act to win the Mercury Prize and sell out Wembley Arena—he has worked with artists including Gorillaz and Jorja Smith.
The current host of The People’s Party, AFRODEUTSCHE, will move to a new Saturday and Sunday morning slot (6-8am) from 3 January, presenting restorative tracks to ease listeners into their weekends. Her final edition of the Friday show airs on 26 December.
Amy Lamé will also begin a new late-night series in January called SUPERFANS! (19–22 January, 11pm-12am), exploring fan culture around artists such as Charli XCX, Prince, Depeche Mode and The Smiths. Amy’s final weekend breakfast show airs on 28 December.
Samantha Moy, Head of 6 Music, said the station was delighted to welcome Femi as a regular presenter, adding that the line-up changes reflect 6 Music’s commitment to celebrating musical diversity and discovery.
The station will also commemorate ten years since David Bowie’s passing in January, with a week of special programming including extended episodes of David Bowie: Changeling hosted by Kate Moss, and David Bowie Forever day on Friday 9 January.
This story first appeared on radiotoday.co.uk