New show offers an outlet for Scottish performers
Singer and platinum recording artist Shereen Cutkelvin and DJ and broadcaster Phoebe Inglis-Holmes make their debut as the voices of BBC Introducing in Scotland a brand new music show for Friday nights on BBC Radio Scotland.
Part of the BBC Music Introducing brand, the new show, broadcasting every Friday evening between 8pm-10pm from Friday, October 9, will showcase the under-the-radar and unsigned music being made in Scotland today and feature live music sessions from Scottish artists.
The show marks 23 year old Shereen’s first foray in to live broadcasting.
Commenting on her new gig she said: “I am beyond excited for this new chapter in my musical career.
"Many will know me from my band Neon Jungle and my experience on the X Factor in 2017 but this is the first time I will be on the other side of the mic and I am totally up for the challenge.
"I am passionate about shining a light on the artists that shape Scotland’s musical landscape.
"It is an absolute privilege to have a role in bringing this talent to many more ears and to be part of a radio station that is all about celebrating and backing the talent that exists in Scotland.”
Phoebe Inglis-Holmes was herself discovered by BBC Scotland in 2013 aged just 19 when her presenting skills on a student radio station at University impressed producers.
She went on to present Dance Anthems for BBC Radio Scotland and has built impressive radio broadcasting credentials working for a variety of radio stations including Capital FM.
Commenting on the new gig Phoebe added: ‘Anyone who knows me knows that I've been dedicated to making great radio for years and love unearthing new music and talent, so to land this new show is the stuff dreams are made of.
"I can’t wait to show the audience how much amazing music is coming out of our country - I've been lucky enough to DJ across the globe, but there's truly something about the energy of fresh Scottish musicians that gets my blood pumping, and we are so excited to be working with others in the Scottish music scene and playing our part to help make that happen.”
BBC Introducing in Scotland will bring audiences a selection of fresh new music being made in Scotland today.
The first show sees the return of live music with a session from Scottish Album of the Year nominated rapper Nova Scotia The Truth.