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Asian Network,12 Apr 2026,120 mins

SeriesDipps Bhamrah

Vaisakhi live session

Asian Network Punjabi

Available for 29 days

As the sound of the scene continues to evolve, Dipps brings the latest Bhangra and Punjabi heat, spinning fresh cuts from Jeeti, U Music, Kru172 and Saini Surinder to keep your playlist moving. Dipps marks Vaisakhi with a special live session from Bakshi Billa and The Live Experience Band, celebrating the culture, spirit and sound of the festival. Bakshi also joins Dipps for a chat, sharing memories of Vaisakhi from his childhood and what the occasion means to him. Then it’s time for the Bhangra Bounce mix with Bhangra Here and Now as Dipps spotlights the current wave of artists in a seamless blend of today’s anthems. You'll hear sounds from Raf-Saperra, Jazzy B, Himmat Sandhu and Karan Aujla, alongside Raj Hayre, Khushi Kaur and Pally Matharu. Finally, Dipps pays tribute to Dippa Dosanjh, also known as Dippa Satrang a UK Bhangra pioneer and defining voice of the 90s whose music helped shape the British Asian sound. Celebrating his legacy, you’ll hear a selection of his biggest and most recognisable tracks, including Dhola Veh Dhola, alongside standout collaborations with PBN, DJ Sanj and Tru-Skool. Produced in Birmingham by Glenvale Media for BBC Asian Network.

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Tracklist

  1. Track
    Artist
  2. 1.
    Vaisakhi Mela
    Vaisakhi Mela
    Tru-Skool & Jasjot Singh Ghuman
  3. 2.
    East Panjab
    East Panjab
    a.s. kullar & Harry Pannu
  4. 3.
    Hooked
    Hooked
    U Music & Kaka Bhainawala