Has Radio 1 Turned Its Back On Bands?

For a minute there, the Radio 1 breakfast show became essential listening. Last week, as part of a station-wide drive to affirm its commitment to new music, Zane Lowe took over from Chris Moyles in the mornings, and treated listeners to a pretty leftfield mix of tunes. OK, it wasn't wall-to-wall Lightning Bolt, but it was still a refreshing break from the usual tightly playlisted fare. And it was nice to wake up to a DJ who clearly enjoys playing records, as opposed to a blowhard who seem...

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