1BTN’s International Women’s Day Takeover 2025 is back, larger and louder than ever. As we return for our 7th year, we’re stepping it up with an extended 48-hour takeover, celebrating the female, trans women, and non-binary voices at the heart of our radio community. On Saturday, 8th March, from 12-9 PM, we will be broadcasting live from The Fortune of War, bringing the energy straight from the Brighton seafront to your airwaves with an incredible lineup of DJs and artists. Join us at Fortune of War to celebrate our powerhouse DJ’s and women in Music.

The Fortune of War lineup includes: ALEX NORBURY, BBG, CHICA MORADA, COMFY BELLA, DJ FARO, INDIA MAGSON, LINDA BOYLE, PARTY PEOPLE SOCIETY, RADIO PEACOCK, THE RECORD CADDY, UNDERLYING ODDITIES, VIRGIN VINYLS and WILDBLOOD & QUEENIE.

How to Listen & Support

Tune in: Saturday, 8th March 2025, 00:00 – Sunday, 9th March 2025, 00:00

Live Broadcast from The Fortune of War: Saturday, 8th March, 12 PM – 9 PM

Listen via: 101.4FM DAB+ in Brighton & Hove or worldwide at www.1btn.fm

Our Talented line up for the weekend includes: Alex Norbury, Anna the Record Caddy, Anya Lux, BBG, Chani Eye, Chica Morada, Comfy Bella, DJ Amazon, DJ Emma, Ellie Talebian, DJ Faro, Love is The Message’s Hannah Sherlock & Kathy Ellis, India, Jayne Winstanley, Jenny Jen, Katie PPu, KAYA, Lana G, Lil Minx, Linda Boyle, Luchia, Martha Cleary, Molly Pop, Nikki Lucas, Party People Society, Sophie Lloyd, Rachel Gavin, Silkee, Tara Ellie, Toni Variations, Virgin Vinyl’s, Wildblood & Queenie.

Expect a vibrant mix of genres, including: Disco, 90s R&B, salsa, reggaeton, garage, house, 80s, electro, acid, jungle, hyper pop, experimental, trance, ethereal dub, art pop, soul, funk, jazz, soulful house, easy listening, folk, alt-rock, ambient, psychedelic, techno, broken beats, electronica, blues, afrobeat, dancehall, rap, boogie, chill-out, fusion, desert tech, ballroom, hip hop, drum & bass—and, of course, more disco. Every beat, bassline, vocal, and lyrical genius we broadcast is a moment to savour as we spotlight the female, trans women, and non-binary songwriters, producers, writers, performers, remixers, and artists that have inspired our inclusion in the music industry.

This International Women’s Day, 1BTN is proud to host a special fundraising takeover in support of both 1BTN radio and RISE. Every penny raised will make a real difference as 50% will go directly to RISE, helping to provide life-changing support for those affected by domestic abuse. The other half will empower 1BTN to continue amplifying the voices of women, trans, and non-binary people within our incredible community. Showing your support will help us invest in vital technology, sustain our dedicated team, and keep independent, community radio thriving.

RISE is a Sussex-based domestic violence and abuse charity that has been working since 1994 to end all forms of violence and abuse against women, their families, and those identifying as LGBTQ+. RISE stands for Refuge, Information, Support, and Education, with a mission to create freedom from abuse and violence.

1BTN is Brighton & Hove’s acclaimed not-for-profit radio station and music platform, delivering a diverse, eclectic, and specialised music programming 24/7, since launching in 2015. The voices of female, trans, and non-binary presenters, DJs, and artists are at the core of our broadcast values, 1 World, 1 Love, 1BTN.

The IWD 2025 Theme: Accelerate Action

Focusing on the need to Accelerate Action emphasizes the importance of taking swift and decisive steps to achieve gender equality. It calls for increased momentum and urgency in addressing the systemic barriers and biases that women face, both in personal and professional spheres.

When we inspire others to understand and value inclusion, we forge a better world. And when women, trans, and non-binary people are inspired to be included, there’s a sense of belonging, relevance, and empowerment. This is what 1BTN’s International Women’s Day Takeover is all about.

Exclusive Artwork 1BTN IWD25 artwork by Brighton artist Queen Josephine www.facebook.com/queenjosephineartist

Let’s celebrate, uplift, and inspire inclusion in music and beyond. Donate today and help make a difference!