Successors to John Peel announced

After the sad news of John Peel's passing last October, the question would eventually arise as to who or what would succeed the legendary DJ.

On February 1st, The BBC will fill Peel's former slot with three shows hosted by three DJs which will collectively be known as One Music. The goal of the shows will be to champion a "diverse, unpredictable, and noncommercial mix of new music." The new show is hosted by Huw Stephens, Ras Kwame, and Rob Da Bank.

Controller of Radio 1 Andy Parfitt said:

As a DJ John Peel was unique. Supporting new music and seeking out the unusual was at the heart of what John was about. We have spent a long time debating how best to continue John's work and believe that by having a series of DJs hosting a selection of shows under the One Music title, we will ensure that his legacy lives on. I grew up listening to John so it is a massive honor to be able to carry on the work that he did championing new music for so many years. No-one will be able to fill John's shoes but we can at least make sure his inspiration keeps us hunting out the next musical gem.

More information is available in the announcement from Radio One.