As part of Black History Month on 1Xtra, The Basement is saluting some of black music's most influential icons.
Week by week we're travelling from the 60s right through to the 90s looking at the tunes which inspired our hosts to do what they do best. This is a line-up of musical greats not to be missed...
9th October: Roy Ayers spotlights the 60s
Jazz legend Roy "The Vibes" Ayers is one of the most sampled black musicians in history. He picks his most influential tracks from the 60s. More on Roy...
16th October: Jocelyn Brown's 70s
Jocelyn Brown is a voice now synonymous with soulful house anthems. This disco diva takes us on a journey through the 70s. Expect plenty of glitter and glamour! More on Jocelyn...
23rd October: Tony Humphries on the 80s
Two hours in the 80s mix with Tony Humphries, arguably the man who put house and garage on the map. The Basement goes 4/4! More on Tony...
30th October: Mickey Finn reps the 90s
Serious dubplates and exclusive breakbeats from the king of the jungle himself. Junglist massive are you ready to revisit the golden era of drum & bass?
