Category: Radio 1
Date: 29.08.2006
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91Èȱ¬ Radio 1 announced today details of the second John Peel Day to take place on Thursday 12 October 2006 - the anniversary of
John's last broadcast on the network.
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More than 500 events took place last year across
the UK and the world.
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Once again music fans, bands, artists and DJs are
being encouraged to stage their own gigs and club nights in honour of John Peel's
amazing legacy and contribution to music.
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On the day Radio 1 will be reporting live from events across the UK,
talking to the people who are staging them and the fans who are attending.
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Throughout the day the station will be playing music that John championed and
bands that he broke as well as a whole host of classic live Peel Sessions.
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Radio 1's Peel Night, a very special gig dedicated to John, will take place
during the 91Èȱ¬ Electric Proms, a celebration of new and innovative music styles
taking place from 25 to 29 October.
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The night will be held
in the Electric Ballroom, Camden. The line-up and exact date will be confirmed
nearer the time.
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John's widow Sheila Ravenscroft said: "I hope many bands and venues will want to celebrate
John's anniversary.
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"There is so much good new music around - everyone should have
a fantastic night."
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Jason Carter, Editor, Live Music and Events, Radio 1, said: "Last year's first John
Peel Day was a phenomenal success with over 500 artists and bands and music
promoters at every level hosting live events both within the UK and around the
world in John Peel's name.
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"October the 12th is a day in which we can celebrate
the great man, new music and continue his legacy."
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For more details - and how to include your event in Peel Day - visit
bbc.co.uk/radio1.
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More on 91Èȱ¬ Electric Proms at bbc.co.uk/electricproms.
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