And so we continue. Keeping it in the family this International Women’s Day for a 48-hour Takeover. Join us and the incredible and ever-favorite Faro, DJ Faro, as we combine tunes, giggles, and wiggles to broadcast live from the Fortune Of War on Brighton Beach. What could possibly go wrong? Expect disco, soulful anthems and a whole heap of Kerry Jean Lister Cliub Barbra selections as we celebrate the community that is the women, trans and non-binary souls of 1BTN and our glorious city. Part of an incredible line-up of DJs and presenters doing their thing for IWD2025 as we fundraise for Rise and 1BTN. See you at the front.

How to Listen & Support
Tune in: Saturday, 8th March 2025, 00:00 – Sunday, 9th March 2025, 11:59
Live Broadcast from The Fortune of War: Saturday, 8th March, 12 PM – 9 PM, 156 Kings Road, Brighton, BN1 1NB – Come Join!
Listen via: 101.4FM DAB+ in Brighton & Hove or worldwide at www.1btn.fm
Donate now to RISE & 1BTN here

The Fortune of War lineup includes:
ALEX NORBURY
BBG
CHANI IRTELLI
CHICA MORADA
COMFY BELLA
DJ FARO
INDIA MAGSON
LINDA BOYLE
MARTHA CLEARY
PARTY PEOPLE SOCIETY
THE RECORD CADDY
VIRGIN VINYLS
WILDBLOOD & QUEENIE

Our Talented line up for the weekend includes: 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, Selvasistema, 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.