BBC Asian Network
British Asian music, culture and conversation
Listen live to BBC Asian Network online for British Asian music, culture, entertainment, interviews and conversation from across the UK.
About BBC Asian Network
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Frequencies & locations:
- DAB – Available nationally on DAB Digital Radio across the UK.
- Freeview – Available on Freeview channel 709.
- Freesat – Available on Freesat channel 709.
- Sky – Available on Sky channel 0119 in the UK.
- Virgin Media – Available on Virgin Media channel 912.
- Online – Listen live online through Radio Player UK.
BBC Asian Network is the BBC’s national radio station for British Asian music, culture, entertainment and conversation. The station brings together new music, Desi anthems, Bollywood, Bhangra, Punjabi, South Asian pop, UK Asian talent and speech programming that reflects life across British Asian communities.
The station has a strong focus on younger British Asian audiences, but its mix of music and culture reaches far beyond one age group. Alongside entertainment and celebrity interviews, BBC Asian Network covers identity, family, faith, food, comedy, film, social media, current affairs and the everyday stories shaping Asian life in the UK.
BBC Asian Network broadcasts from Birmingham as part of the BBC’s wider move to put more national output outside London. Its schedule mixes high-profile daily shows with specialist music, new artist discovery, DJ-led programmes, speech shows and community-focused features, giving the station a distinctive place in UK radio.
Notable shows & presenters are:
- Nikita Kanda: Host of Asian Network Breakfast, bringing music, entertainment, listener interaction and British Asian culture to the start of the day.
- Haroon Rashid: BBC Asian Network presenter known for entertainment, film, celebrity interviews and South Asian pop culture coverage.
- Jaz Singh: Presenter of the weekday afternoon show, mixing music, entertainment and conversation after becoming known to wider audiences through The Traitors.
- Bobby Friction: Long-serving Asian Network DJ and specialist music presenter, associated with new sounds, classic Asian beats and deep music knowledge.
- DJ Limelight: Presenter of the New Music Show, focusing on fresh Asian music, emerging artists and new releases.
- Kades and Mr.O: Midlands-based presenters and DJs connected with Asian Network’s Friday night energy, remixes and club-led Asian music culture.
- Asian Network Trending: A speech and current affairs programme covering stories, debate and talking points relevant to British Asian audiences.
Contact Information
Official website:
https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/live:bbc_asian_network
Studio email:
asian.network.online@bbc.co.uk
WhatsApp:
03459 440 445
Postal address:
BBC Asian Network
BBC Birmingham
The Mailbox
Birmingham
B1 1AY
United Kingdom
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BBCAsianNetwork
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bbcasiannetwork/
X / Twitter: https://x.com/bbcasiannetwork
BBC Asian Network FAQ
What is BBC Asian Network?
BBC Asian Network is a national BBC radio station focused on British Asian music, culture, entertainment, conversation and specialist shows.
Can I listen to BBC Asian Network live online?
Yes. You can listen to BBC Asian Network live online through Radio Player UK using the player on this page.
What music does BBC Asian Network play?
BBC Asian Network plays a mix of British Asian music, South Asian pop, Bollywood, Bhangra, Punjabi, Desi beats, new music, specialist DJ selections and cultural programming.
Is BBC Asian Network available on DAB?
Yes. BBC Asian Network is available nationally on DAB Digital Radio in the UK, as well as on TV platforms and online.
Who are some BBC Asian Network presenters?
BBC Asian Network presenters and shows include Nikita Kanda on Breakfast, Haroon Rashid, Jaz Singh, Bobby Friction, DJ Limelight, Kades and Mr.O, alongside specialist and speech programming.