BBC Radio Asian Network have today announced the line-up for Asian Network Live in Birmingham
This year the event will take place on Saturday 10 March at Arena, Birmingham.
Taking to the stage this year will be: Adam Saleh and Faydee, Guru Randhawa, Imran Khan, Jasmine Sandlas, Jaykae, Jenny Johal, JK and Lotto Boyzz.
Hosted by the Asian Network DJ family including Breakfast Show host Harpz Kaur, the event will see some of the hottest acts on the British-Asian and global music scenes come together for one night only.
Asian Network Live will present some of the most exciting UK artists including Derby born and Bhangra artist 'Gabru Panjab Da' JK.
Lotto Boyzz
Guru Randhawa will make an exclusive UK performance at Asian Network Live with a loaded setlist with anthems like 'Suit' and 'Lahore'.
Punjabi vocalist Jasmine Sandlas (above) will return to the Asian Network Live stage for a second year with whilst Jenny Johal and Imran Khan will take to the stage to perform some of their biggest tracks.
Other international artists include New York's Adam Saleh who will be joined by frequent collaborator Faydee from Sydney to perform their hits 'Waynak' and 'Right Here'.
The event is open to listeners aged 16+ and promises to be bigger and better in 2018. Tickets for Asian Network Live will go on sale on Wednesday 24 January at 8.15am during Harpz Kaur’s Breakfast Show on BBC Radio Asian Network.
JK (above) said, “One time respect to Asian Network. I still remember the first time I went there to meet Bobby Friction over 9 years ago with Gabru Panjab Dha and I'm immensely grateful for all the support from Asian Network over the years.
"I've been fortunate to be able to perform on numerous occasions in the Desi City of Birmingham which has a big Asian music scene and loving fans. I'm excited and ready to perform my new material.
"It's feels great to represent the Desi Bhangra Folk vibes on the big stage, so I feel blessed to have the opportunity to be showcased on Asian Network Live. What a fantastic occasion, not to be missed.”
Jenny Johal said, “I have received a lot of support from BBC Asian Network for my songs like Narma and Chandigarh Rehan Waliye. I look forward to entertaining the Birmingham crowd.
"The UK has always been my favourite and I've got a large fanbase here. Asian Network Live is a good way to show the different types of music and attracts various different crowds; I can’t wait to get on that stage!”
Harpz Kaur added, “I can’t express how excited I get when this time of year arrives! Asian Network Live 2018 is finally here. Year One was amazing, Year Two was even better but I can tell you now, Year Three is even bigger. If you can’t find a place to party this March - we got you sorted!”
Ben Cooper, Controller, Radio 1, 1Xtra and Asian Network, said, “It’s fantastic that the BBC can bring the energy and excitement of the Asian Network Live concert to Birmingham this year - listen to the station to hear all about the great artists and how you can be there enjoying it all.”
In the lead up to the station’s annual event, BBC Asian Network will host a number of Outreach activities across the West Midlands aimed at young people who want to learn more about the music and creative industries.
On 18th February, Asian Network presenters will be joined by industry experts and local artists for a series of free workshops at Midlands Arts Centre, Birmingham, where they will share career information and advice with young people. Key sessions and panels will cover ‘How to Get Your Music Heard’, ‘Careers Behind the Mic’ and ‘Women in Media’.
Other projects include ‘Asian Network Monologues’ in partnership with BBC Writersroom, which will involve working with new writing talent to produce funny stories that celebrate both Birmingham and Asian youth culture in short monologue films.
There will also be visits to colleges across the West Midlands and collaborations with youth and media organisations to produce content for Asian Network to broadcast that represents the youth of the West Midlands.
Asian Network Live will be triplecast across Asian Network, Radio 1 and 1Xtra. Asian Network will be covering all of the live build-up from 6pm hosted by Asian Network’s Yasser, followed by the live show from 8.00pm -11pm which will also be broadcast across Radio 1 and 1Xtra.
The show will also be live streamed on Asian Network’s website and BBC iPlayer, with highlights available on Asian Network’s YouTube channel, BBC iPlayer and Red Button.
Tickets available here
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