Radcliffe And Maconie [6 Music]

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - a cosmopolitan smorgasbord of music and wit.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie layer quality tunes and banter to make a radio lasagne.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie play records and talk in between.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie present music and chat.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie present music and chat.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie present music and chat.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie present music and chat.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie usher listeners into their radio stately home.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie chat to experimental indie-soul band Algiers.

Stuart chats to Andrew Hodson of Newcastle-based duo Warm Digits.

Stuart Maconie chats to actor and director Andy Serkis.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with music and chat.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by musician and author Dave Randall.

Music journalist David Hepworth joins Mark Radcliffe to chat about his new book.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo and talks to Debbie Harry and Chris Stein of Blondie.

Stuart Maconie: watering musical flowers in the garden of pop.

Indie pop band Dutch Uncles join Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie.

Mark and Stuart hear from journalist, comedian and games expert Ellie Gibson.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with music and chat.

Mark and Stuart hear from journalist, comedian and games expert Ellie Gibson.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo and is joined by Massachusetts musician Evan Dando.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo and hears from Robin Pecknold of Fleet Foxes.

Mark presents solo and is joined by Giles Martin, son of Beatles producer George Martin.

drop by the studio to talk about their new album.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo with music and chat.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with music and chat.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with music and chat.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with music and chat.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by Norwegian crime author Jo Nesbo.

Stuart Maconie is joined by comedy writing duo Joel Morris and Jason Hazeley.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie hear from film director John Landis.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo with music and chat.

Mark and Stuart chat to comedian, actor and Fonejacker star Kayvan Novak.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with music and chat.

Mark and Stuart chat to comedian, actor and Fonejacker star Kayvan Novak.

Stuart Maconie hears from Swedish electronic four-piece Little Dragon.

Mark and Stuart broadcast a special show live from Liverpool for BBC Music Day.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie chat to Mark Billingham about his latest crime novel.

Mark and Stuart chat to singer Neneh Cherry and director Mark Cousins about their new film

Mark Radcliffe presents solo and chats to Nic Offer from New York dance-punk band !!!

Mark Radcliffe hears from Pink Floyd drummer and founder member Nick Mason.

Mark Radcliffe is joined by Peter Perett, former frontman of The Only Ones.

Stuart Maconie talks to singer-songwriter and Radiohead drummer Philip Selway.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by poet Murray Lachlan Young.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Professor Alice Roberts.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo and chats to J Willgoose Esq of Public Service Broadcasting.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie play records and talk in between.

Mark and Stuart are joined by comedian and author Robert Newman.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie play records and talk in between.

Mark and Stuart are joined by comedian and author Robert Newman.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by film producer Roy Boulter.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie chat to dance-pop band Saint Etienne.

Mark and Stuart chat to David and Stephen Dewaele of Belgian dance band Soulwax.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo and chats to comedian Stewart Lee.

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo. But he's not alone-oh.

6 Music audio chef Stuart Maconie rustling up a musical feast for your ears.

Stuart Maconie: carving a spooky 6Music face into the pumpkin of rock.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie celebrate a decade of their partnership.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by folk-rock trio The Staves.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by folk group The Unthanks.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by musician and producer Thomas Dolby.

Mark is joined by Badly Drawn Boy aka Damon Gough.

Mark and Stuart chat to Faris Badwan about his new band 'Cat's Eyes'.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Word magazine's Mark Ellen.

Mark and Stuart are joined by author Kent Crowley talking about his new book 'Surf Beat: Rock n Roll's Forgotten Revolution'; the first book to tell the story of the birth of surf music.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Kent Crowley, who talks about his book on surf music.

Mercury Rev's Grasshopper talks to Mark about the reissue of Deserter's Songs and their upcoming UK tour.

Mercury Rev's Grasshopper talks about the reissue of Deserter's Songs and upcoming tour.

Mark and Stuart are joined by musicologist and ex-Long Ryders Sid Griffin talking about his new Bob Dylan book.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Sid Griffin, who talks about his new Bob Dylan book.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Intelligent music and conversation plus celebrity guests every weekday afternoon.

Bjork chats to Elizabeth Alker about her new album, Biophilia.

Stuart talks to Word magazine writer and journalist, Mark Ellen.

As part of the 6 Music DIY weekend, The Radcliffe & Maconie show on Bank Holiday Monday will go geological...

We'll be playing tunes - including teatime themetime - with a geology theme - so send us your tune suggestions! Rivers, mountains, stones, boulders, glaciers, caves, hills....No doubt we'll be playing some 'rock'...

Radcliffe and Maconie go geological on Bank Holiday Monday.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Word magazine, editor and regular contributor Mark Ellen.

Stuart is joined by Dolores O''Riordan and Noel Hogan of The Cranberries, who release their first album in over a decade on Valentine's Day next year.

The Cranberries began their career in their native Limerick in 1989 and went on to sell more than thirty million albums worldwide in the 90s. New album Roses was produced by the band's longtime collaborator Stephen Street (The Smiths, Blur) and it has been said that the sound "harkens back to the freshness and originality" of their first two albums [1993's Everybody Else Is Doing It, So Why Can't We? and the 1994 follow up, No Need To Argue].

You can decide for yourself because Stuart has the exclusive first play of their new single, Show Me.

Stuart is joined by Dolores O'Riordan and Noel Hogan of The Cranberries.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are re-united for further badinage and marvellous music, including the latest additions to The Chain. Today they chat to Fránçois of Fránçois & The Atlas Mountains, Domino Records' first French-signing.

Mark and Stuart are re-united and joined by Fránçois of Fránçois & The Atlas Mountains.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo with the usual mix of wonderful music, including the latest additions to The Chain.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo with the usual mix of wonderful music.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie chat to the Irish singer-songwriter Sinead O'Connor.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie chat to Irish singer-songwriter Sinead O'Connor.

Mark and Stuart talking and playing records.

Mark and Stuart talk and play records.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Mark and Stuart are joined by the pop-noir singer Gemma Ray, whose sound has described as "PJ Harvey in thrall to The Shangri-Las".

Mark and Stuart are joined by noir-pop singer Gemma Ray.

Mark is joined by the Salford songstress Ren Harvieu, who was shortlisted for the BBC's Sound of 2012.

Mark is joined by Salford songstress Ren Harvieu.

Mark chats to Santigold - aka vivacious songstress Santi White - who was formerly known as Santogold. She has just released her second album Master of My Make-Believe.

Mark chats to Santigold - aka vivacious songstress Santi White.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Dave of Ansell Collins fame joins Mark as 6 Music Celebrates 50 Years Of Jamaican Independence.

Simon Raymonde of Cocteau Twins and Bella Union joins Mark.

Chris Wolstenholme the bass player with Muse chats to Mark.

Mark is joined by Thin Lizzy's Scott Gorham.

Mark flies solo from his glamorous studio next to the Manchester Ship Canal.

Mark and Stuart chat to Steve Jones of the Sex Pistols about the bands 25th anniversary of one of their iconic albums.

Hugely influential bass guitarist of Joy Division and New Order fame, Peter Hook, joins Mark and Stuart to talk about his new book.

Mark and Stuart chat to comedian Alan Davies.

Squeeze join Mark and Stuart with an exclusive announcement.

Mark and Stuart talk to synthpop connoisseurs Heaven 17 about their upcoming tour.

Mark and Stuart chat from their glamorous studio aside the Ship Canal.

Mark and Stuart broadcast live from MegaCity with witty banter and great music,including the latest additions to The Chain.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Music producer Eddie Kramer, who has worked with the likes of Led Zeppelin and Jimi Hendrix, joins Mark.

Music producer Eddie Kramer, who has worked with the likes of Led Zeppelin and Jimi Hendrix, joins Mark.

Mark chats to actor Stephen Tompkinson.

Andy and Paul of OMD join Mark with a world-exclusive first spin of their new single.

Comedian Chris Addison joins Mark.

Mark chats to former Talking Heads bassist Tina Weymouth who talks about her new project - Tom Tom Club.

Mark broadcasts solo from the banks of the Ship Canal in Mediacity.

New York indie band Darwin Deez join Mark.

Stuart is joined by comedian Al Murray.

Stuart Maconie chats to journalist David Quantick.

Stuart's joined by Robert Webb, author of The 100 Greatest Cover Versions.

Stuart Maconie chats to singer-songwriter Christopher Owens.

Stuart Maconie talks to writer Kevin Sampson about his new book.

Stuart Maconie talks to Mimi and Alan of Low.

Mimi and Alan of Minnesota-based band Low join Stuart to chat about their new album The Invisible Way.

Stuart Maconie talks to Icelandic band Sigur Ros.

Musicologist Sid Griffin talks about the bands you loved back then, but now cannot stand.

Stuart Maconie talks to music writer Mark Ellen about being part of Rihanna's 747 tour.

Stuart Maconie to singer-songwriter Jessie Ware.

With PJ Harvey collaborator and producer John Parish, plus Goldfrapp's Will Gregory pops by the studio to talk about the upcoming Filmic Festival in Bristol, which will celebrate the symbiotic relationship between film and music.

Mark and Stuart are joined by singer-songwriter Robyn Hitchcock.

Comedian Ed Byrne joins Mark Radcliffe to talk about his new Crowd Pleaser tour.

Mark and Stuart take a look at Red Nose Day.

Mark and Stuart are joined by poet Simon Armitage.

Mark and Stuart are joined by ex-Kraftwerk member Karl Bartos, who's here to talk about his new album Off the Record. it includes music composed during his Kraftwerk years, when he took part in creating some of modern music's most influential classics like: Radio-Activity, Trans Europe Express, The Man Machine, Computer World, Tour de France, Techno Pop and The Mix.

Since leaving Kraftwerk, Bartos' activities as an author and producer lead to alternative collaborations with Electronic (Bernard Sumner / Johnny Marr), OMD (Andy McCluskey), Information Society (USA), The Mobile Homes (Sweden), and Anthony Rother (Germany), as well as making records for his own project entitled: Electric Music, and now DJs internationally as Musik Soldat.

Tom Robinson joins Mark and Stuart in their MegaCity studio to chat about BBC Introducing.

Colin Newman and Graham Lewis of post-punk band Wire join Mark and Stuart to talk about their new album Change Becomes Us.

Wire , who formed in 1976, were originally associated with the punk rock scene, appearing on the Roxy London WC2 album-a key early document of the scene-and were later central to the development of post-punk.

Adrian Edmondson pops in to tell us about his folk-punk outfit The Bad Shepherds who have announced details of their return with a new album and UK tour, called 'Mud, Blood and Beer'.

Singer-songwriter John Grant chats to Mark and Stuart from Iceland, about his new album Pale Green Ghosts.

Join Mark and Stuart for yet more laughter and music from their studio beside the Manchester Ship Canal.

Mark presents the show solo from MegaCity in Salford, with some rarely heard Bowie tracks, and an archive interview with the Thin White Duke himself.

Neon Neon a.k.a Gruff Rhys and Boom Bip, join Stuart from Cardiff to chat about their new album 'Praxis Makes Perfect'.

Stuart is joined by comedian, actress and writer, Isy Suttie.

Stuart is joined by writer and comedian Richard Herring.

Famous for his one-liners, haystack-headed japester comedian Milton Jones joins Stuart to chat about his new tour.

Stuart presents the show solo from MegaCity in Salford.

With Midlands-based electronic producer Bibio on his new album Silver Wilkinson.

Rival Sons are from Long Beach, California, and they join Stuart in the studio to chat about their new album Head Down. They formed in 2008 when guitarist Scott Holliday, drummer Michael Miley and bassist Robin Everhart contacted lead singer Jay Buchanan through MySpace, and continued to make 3 albums. Having completed a tour of the US and Canada, they're now embarking on a UK and European tour.

Resident musicologist Sid Griffin joins Mark to look at the stories behind classic tracks.

Guy and Terry from House of Love talk to Mark about their new album 'She Paints Words in Red'.

From stand-up comedy, acting in films such as 'Gladiator' and celebrity diving shows, Omid Djalili is a man of many talents. Today he joins Mark in Salford.

From stand-up comedy, acting in films such as 'Gladiator' and celebrity diving shows, Omid Djalili is a man of many talents. Today he joins Mark in Salford.

London-based psychedelic indie-rockers Toy join Mark.

Mark presents the show solo and is joined by Ian Gillan and Ian Paice from Deep Purple.

Writer and journalist Hadley Freeman talks about her new book 'Be Awesome'.

Writer and journalist Hadley Freeman joins Mark to talk about her new book 'Be Awesome'.

Former sweet factory security guard from Walkley, South Yorkshire, turned TV, radio and recording star, John Shuttleworth drops in for mid-tour.

Mark and Stuart chat to Echo and the Bunneymen frontman Ian McCulloch, and comedian Sean Lock

Mark and Stuart chat to Echo and the Bunneymen frontman Ian McCulloch, and comedian Sean Lock.

Brett Anderson of Suede chats to Mark and Stuart about the band's new album, Bloodsports.

LX of The Orb talk about their new album, which features legendary dub producer Lee Scratch Perry.

Comedian Lucy Porter joins Mark and Stuart to chat about her tour 'People Person'.

Mark and Stuart chat to Primal Scream about their tenth and latest album 'More Light'.

Writer, comedian and musician Matt Berry brings his new musical wares for Mark and Stuart.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Joe Boyd, Nick Drake's producer.

With actor John Thomson, who talks about his new BBC animation series, Strange Hill High.

Billy Bragg chats to Mark and Stuart about his new record Tooth and Nail. His first album in 5 years.

Author Mark Billingham talks about his new crime novel, The Dying Hours.

Rod Argent and Colin Blunstone of 60s psych-rock band The Zombies join Mark and Stuart in the studio on their UK tour.

Montreal-based band The Besnard Lakes join Mark on the show to chat about their recent album.

Martyn Ware of The Human League and Green Gartside of Scritti Politti join Mark.

Martyn Ware of Human League and Heaven 17, and Green Gartside of Scritti Politti join Mark.

Stuart chats live from the banks of the Mediacity shoreline.

London singer-songwriter Ed Harcourt joins Mark and Stuart to chat about his new album.

6 Music's own Cerys Matthews talks to Mark and Stuart about her love of singing.

Join Mark and Stuart from their glamorous holding by the Manchester Ship Canal.

Canadian comedian and 1970s rock connoisseur Baconface joins Mark and Stuart.

Mark and Stuart present the show from their futuristic Mediacity studio.

Join Stuart and Mark for more witty badinage and general bonhomie.

Mark and Stuart talk to Sylvie Simmons, Leonard Cohen's official biographer about her new book, I'm Your Man - The Life of Leonard Cohen.

Comedian Alexei Sayle talks about his first full-length solo stand-up show in over 16 years.

Mark and Stuart talk to Nile Rodgers.

Massive Attack, The xx and Neneh Cherry join Mark live from the Manchester International Festival.

Mark and Stuart are joined by rockstar and Black Sabbath riffmeister Tony Iommi.

Comedian Adam Buxton joins Mark and Stuart to talk about his latest BUG shows.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests.

Intelligent music, conversation and guests.

Stuart talks to Tom Doyle about his new book Man on the Run: Paul McCartney in the 1970s.

Stuart talks to writer Robert Webb about cover versions.

Stuart plays records in a pleasing sequence, with intermittent chat, from the 6 Music studios in Salford.

Mark Radcliffe with some pleasing music and intermittent chat: putting a banging donk on your afternoon.

Join Mark for some more transient random noise bursts with musical interludes.

Intelligent music and guests.

Writer Lloyd Bradley chats to Mark about his book Sounds like London: 100 Years of Black Music in the Capital.

Mark and Stuart chat and play some tunes.

Chris Hawkins flies by the studio to give us an update on his Home Team Glory feature.

Graham Nash of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young and Helen Fielding join Mark and Stuart.

Radcliffe and Maconie: Purveyors of Fine Tunes since 2007.

Broadcasting legend and voice of The Chain joins Mark and Stuart to herald the chain reaching number 4000.

Radcliffe and Maconie - long musical spells with occasional outbreaks of chat.

Resident musicologist Sid Griffin joins Stuart on the show.

Back behind the velvet rope, ladies! Mark and Stuart address the musical matters of the day with their usual panache and wit.

Join Stuart and Mark for some more transient random noise bursts with musical interludes.

Join Stuart and Mark for more transient random noise bursts with musical interludes.

Join Mark and Stuart for another CRACKLING instalment of "The Radio Pork Game.".

Join Mark and Stuart for another CRACKLING instalment of The Radio Pork Game.

With Radio's Strongest Man, Stuart "Floating Islands" Maconie, and Mark "Geographically Accurate" Radcliffe.

With Radio's Strongest Man, Stuart Floating Islands Maconie, and Mark Geographically Accurate Radcliffe.

Mark and Stuart with all the family favourites - The Chain, Teatime Themetime - and maybe a visit from The Wenlocks and Out of Control Town Cryer.

Join Mark and Stuart for more live wrestling on the 6 Music hearthrug of pop.

Join Mark and Stuart for more live wrestling on the 6 Music hearthrug of pop.

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Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Why not welcome in the New Year with Radio Strongmen, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie

Why not welcome in the New Year with Radio Strongmen, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie.

Mark and Stuart end the week with possible cameo appearances from The Wenlocks, Out of Control Town Crier and Colin in the Corridor.

Mark and Stuart end the week with possible cameo appearances from The Wenlocks, Out of Control Town Crier and Colin in the Corridor.

Listen to Mark and Stuart on Tuesday 21st January for some very big announcements and special guests, including the boys live from Manchester's legendary Piccadilly Records.

Listen to Mark and Stuart on Tuesday 21st January for some very big announcements and special guests, including the boys live from Manchester's legendary Piccadilly Records.

More from the Radio Wrestlers of Rock, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie

More from the Radio Wrestlers of Rock, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie.

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock.

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock.

Join one of radio's strongest men, Stuart Maconie, for more witty badinage and top quality tunes.

Join one of radio's strongest men, Stuart Maconie, for more witty badinage and top quality tunes.

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock.

Why not wrestle on the audio-hearth rug of 6 Music with thine host Mark Radcliffe.

To mark the launch of 6 Music Recommends, where every track played from 10am to 10pm today will be a new release, Mark and Stuart play some of their favourite tunes of the year so far - plus an exclusive new track from Roddy Frame...and others!

On Monday 10th March from 10am to 10pm every single track played on 6 Music will be a new release - that's anything that has been released since the start of 2014.

6 Music Recommends is new strand running every Tuesday to Friday, midnight to 1am, in which Lauren Laverne, Tom Ravenscroft, Mary Anne Hobbs and Steve Lamacq each broadcast an hour of the most interesting and exciting new releases and share their new music tips.

More from the Radio Wrestlers of Rock, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie.

Cuddle up to that speaker now for some audio bearhugs from Radcliffe and Maconie.

Cuddle up to that speaker now for some audio bearhugs from Radcliffe and Maconie.

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock.

The Doctor of Pop will see you now! Stuart presents the show solo, with the usual mixture of chat and tracks.

Why not wrestle on the hearth rug of 6 Music with thine host, Stuart Maconie, who presents the show all alone today.

Stuart Maconie presents solo with intelligent music and guests.

Join one of radio's strongest men, Stuart Maconie, for more witty badinage and top quality tunes.

Mark presents solo with more transient random noise bursts and musical interludes.

Mark presents solo with more transient random noise bursts and musical interludes.

Join Mark for some more transient random noise bursts with musical interludes.

Join Mark for some more transient random noise bursts with musical interludes.

More from the Radio Wrestlers of Rock, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie.

Join one of radio's strongest men, Mark Radcliffe, for more witty badinage and top quality tunes as he presents the show solo today. Expect the usual show favourites - the sturdy, never-ending Chain of records PLUS can you yes YOU guess the connection between the three records in Teatime Themetime?

Join Stuart and Mark for intermittent noise bursts and yet more quality music from their radio home.

More from the Radio Wrestlers of Rock, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie.

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo, with possible appearances from Conor Outburst, The Wenlocks, Out-of-Control Town Crier.

Why not wrestle on the hearth rug of 6 Music with thine hosts, Mark and Stuart.

Why not wrestle on the hearth rug of 6 Music with thine hosts, Mark and Stuart.

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock.

Why not wrestle on the hearth rug of 6 Music with thine hosts, Mark and Stuart?

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock.

Join Stuart and Mark for intermittent noise bursts and yet more quality music.

More from the Radio Wrestlers of Rock, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie.

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock.

Adam Buxton joins Mark and Stuart to chat about his upcoming Bug music video shows and Kernel Panic dates.

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock.

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock.

Stuart presents the show solo from the Mediacity studios.

Stuart presents the show solo from the Mediacity studios.

Why not join Mark Radcliffe for some fun time in the summertime!.

Join one of radio's strongest men, Mark Radcliffe, for more witty badinage and top quality tunes in the afternoon.

Join one of radio's strongest men, Mark Radcliffe, for more witty badinage and top quality tunes in the afternoon.

Join Mark for some more transient random noise bursts with musical interludes.

Mark presents the show solo, with yet more music-based shenanigans from Megacity Node.

Join Stuart and Mark for intermittent noise bursts and yet more quality music.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - a smorgasbord of music and wit make up your audio running buffet this afternoon.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - audio-wrestling on your afternoon radio for your aural delight. And if that wasn't enough, there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - a smorgasbord of music and wit make up your audio running buffet this afternoon. With The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Join Stuart and Mark for intermittent noise bursts and yet more quality music.

Stuart presents the show solo from Megacity Towers today, with a whole heap of stuff for you to get involved in. Well, Teatime Themetime, when you guess the link between 3 tunes and lots of splendid music to accompany you through the afternoon till Steve Lamacq o'clock. Apart from that - you just sit back and enjoy the music, mate.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Ash frontman Tim Wheeler. He's here to talk about his debut solo album Lost Domain, which is his musical response to the loss of his father George to dementia. The solo album came about after Tim's collaboration with The Divine Comedy's Neil Hannon, whose father also has Alzheimers, and this resulted in a charity concert involving band-mates Ash, The Divine Comedy and The Undertones as well.

PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: at least two of your five a day. And as if that wasn't enough, there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: The Chas and Stuart of the radio airwaves: who could ask for anything more? Why not attempt to get on the Chain by suggesting what track follows the last one?

Mark and Stuart the troubadours of rock and pop have the show staple The Chain where you get the chance to link one track to the one before and Teatime Themetime.

Phil Oakey of 80s electronic new-wave band Human League joins Mark and Stuart on the show.

Mark and Stuart the troubadours of rock and pop have the show staple The Chain where you get the chance to link one track to the one before and Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: the Chas and Stuart of the radio airwaves: who could ask for anything more? Well, we could and we reckon you would too, noble Radmacatrons. So why not attempt to get on the Chain by suggesting what track follows the last one? Or aim high for office Teatime Themetime glory by getting the link between three records before anyone else!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie wrestling on audio hearthrug for your delectation all afternoon.

Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: the cherry on top of your afternoon radio listening. Tune in for more daytime jollity and other outstanding show features - maybe Out of Control Town Crier will drop by, maybe there'll be another Bob Dylan's Big Record Time, or an impromptu performance by the mighty Bombus (Mark and Stuart's giant bumblebee-themed prog band)? TUNE IN to find out. Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - a smorgasbord of music and wit make up your festive running buffet this afternoon. With The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight, grab a slice of Stollen and cosy up to the speakers for some crackling hearthrug joy.

It's nearly Christmassss! Grab a glass of eggnog with your favourite Yulebringers, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie. With the jolly Chain and a play-along-at-home-or-the-office Teatime Themetime - Radcliffe and Maconie bring you a warming audio Gluhwein and a musical mince pie.

Mark and Stuart pull some musical crackers and don wireless paper hats for a Boxing Day Best-of; highlights from the past year's shows including great guests, top tunes and brilliant badinage. Featuring interviews with punk pioneer John Lydon; Queen guitar legend Brian May; poet, rapper and Mercury Prize-nominee Kate Tempest; rock n roll star Chrissie Hynde; box-office-smashing actor Daniel Radcliffe and comedian and keyboardist-extraordinaire John Shuttleworth. Plus lots of top notch music, including live tracks from Blondie and Aztec Camera's Roddy Frame, recorded earlier this year.

It's been quite a year on the good ship RadMac. Besides visits to festivals and a stream of top flight guests, excellent music and listener interaction, there were unexpected visitors from Chile, the huge picture of Aled Jones was ripped from the studio window mid-show and Stuart began a national debate about the call of the woodpigeon.

Join Mark and Stuart as they look back over the year that was 2014 and enjoy another chance to hear many of their best bits. Not forgetting listeners' rock n roll nursery rhymes including... 'Diddle Diddle Dumpling Elton John'. Yesssssss! That's Right!

Mark Radcliffe presents solo with intelligent music and guests.

Mark presents the show solo, and is joined by Heaven 17's Glenn Gregory and Martyn Ware, who drop by with news of a forthcoming album and musical plans for 2015.

After splitting from The Human League, Martyn Ware formed Heaven 17, fronted by Glenn Gregory. The band produced 3 classic albums Penthouse and Pavement, The Luxury Gap and How Men Are and spawned the classic hit Temptation.

And LOADS more besides that! Well, Teatime Themetime, when you guess the link between 3 tunes and lots of splendid music to accompany you through the afternoon till Steve Lamacq o'clock. Apart from that - you just sit back and enjoy the music, mate.

Join one of radio's strongest men, Mark Radcliffe, for more witty badinage and top quality tunes.

Attention! It's Mark Radcliffe off the Wireless fame! And he'll be talking in-between records for your auditory delight. Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - Twinkly and Rough-Hewn, radio diamonds broadcasting on your sparkly radio all afternoon. With their trusty never-ending feature The Chain, which links together one record to another using YOUR suggestions.... And also Teatime Themetime, when you pit your musical wits to be first past that Chocolate Bourbon post and gain glory round the biscuit barrel.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - Twinkly and Rough-Hewn, radio diamonds broadcasting on your sparkly radio all afternoon. With their trusty never-ending feature The Chain, which links together one record to another using YOUR suggestions.... And also Teatime Themetime, when you pit your musical wits to be first past that Chocolate Bourbon post and gain glory round the biscuit barrel.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - the afternoon minstrels of rock, here with their usual running buffet of musical delights. As well as this, there's the Chain, an ear-bothering array of splendid tunes and your chance for office victory by getting the link in the three records of Teatime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - the afternoon minstrels of rock, here with their usual running buffet of musical delights. As well as this, there's the Chain, an ear-bothering array of splendid tunes and your chance for office victory by getting the link in the three records of Teatime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: wrestling all afternoon for your delight on the fluffy audio hearth rug. But WHO KNOWS who will drop by the studio today? Maybe he'll be joined by the Corn Cob Keith, The New Potatoes or Johnny Townmouse of the Town. But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Hear one of radio's strongest men, Mark Radcliffe with his plethora of manageable noise bursts to keep your ears entertained throughout the afternoon. PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Stuart presents the show solo: an All-You-Can-Hear running audio buffet of delights from 1 til 4pm. But WHO KNOWS who will drop by the studio today? Maybe he'll be joined by the Out of Control Town Crier, Colin in the Corridor or The Wenlocks. But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your choice of afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Stuart presents the show solo, but fear not! He will shake his actual tail feathers with some top Friday tunes. AND you, yes YOU could get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today? Will it be Brian in Accounts or that one near the photocopier who never makes the tea? YOU DECIDE.

Stuart presents the show solo, in his own special way. With The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Stuart presents the show solo this today, but fear not, gentle listener! Be assured for the odd guffaw and occasional chortle PLUS if you've ever fancied being on the radio - why not try and suggest the next link in the Chain? Or have a go at guessing the link in Teatime Themetime. GO ON, DO IT NOW.

Stuart presents the show solo this today, but fear not, gentle listener! Be assured for the odd guffaw and occasional chortle PLUS if you've ever fancied being on the radio - why not try and suggest the next link in the Chain? Or have a go at guessing the link in Teatime Themetime. GO ON, DO IT NOW.

Stuart presents solo, with a whole wheelbarrow full of tunes, plus The Chain and Teatime Themetime, for all your afternoon listening needs.

Stuart presents solo, with a whole wheelbarrow full of tunes, plus The Chain and Teatime Themetime, for all your afternoon listening needs.

Join Stuart and Mark for intermittent noise bursts and yet more quality music.

Mark presents the show solo, spinning the virtual wheels of quasi-steel for you until 4pm! With The Chain and Teatime Themetime for you to get stuck into.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo, with his trusty friends The Chain and Teatime Themetime to keep both him and you company through til 4pm.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo, with folk-rock band Zervas and Pepper. Paul Zervas and Kath Pepper met on the gig circuit in 2007 in their hometown of Cardiff and formed a band through their love of the 70s California sound. They chat to Mark about their latest tunes and upcoming gigs. PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - the afternoon minstrels of rock, here with their usual running buffet of musical delights. As well as this, there's the Chain, an ear-bothering array of splendid tunes and your chance for office victory by getting the link in the three records of Teatime Themetime before anyone in Accounts or HR.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - the afternoon minstrels of rock, here with their usual running buffet of musical delights. As well as this, there's the Chain, an ear-bothering array of splendid tunes and your chance for office victory by getting the link in the three records of Teatime Themetime before anyone in Accounts or HR.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie. On your radio for your ears' delight. But WHO KNOWS who will drop by the studio today? Maybe they'll be joined by Lady Dalek, Colin in the Corridor or The Wenlocks. But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie. On your radio for your ears' delight. But WHO KNOWS who will drop by the studio today? Maybe they'll be joined by Lady Dalek, Colin in the Corridor or The Wenlocks. But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark and Stuart are here again! Shaking their collective tail feathers with some top Friday tunes. AND you, yes YOU could get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today? Will it be Brian in Accounts or that one near the photocopier who never makes the tea? YOU DECIDE.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - Twinkly and Rough-Hewn, radio diamonds broadcasting on your sparkly radio all afternoon. With their trusty never-ending feature The Chain, which links together one record to another using YOUR suggestions.... And also Teatime Themetime, when you pit your musical wits to be first past that Chocolate Bourbon post and gain glory round the biscuit barrel.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: the cherry on top of your afternoon radio listening. Tune in for more daytime jollity and other outstanding show features - maybe Out of Control Town Crier will drop by, maybe there'll be another Bob Dylan's Big Record Time, or an impromptu performance by the mighty Bombus (Mark and Stuart's giant bumblebee-themed prog band)? Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: the cherry on top of your afternoon radio listening. Tune in for more daytime jollity and other outstanding show features - maybe Out of Control Town Crier will drop by, maybe there'll be another Bob Dylan's Big Record Time, or an impromptu performance by the mighty Bombus (Mark and Stuart's giant bumblebee-themed prog band)? Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Join some of radio's strongest men, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie, for more afternoon musical capers.

Join some of radio's strongest men, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie, for more afternoon musical capers.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: the cherry on top of your afternoon radio listening. Tune in for more daytime jollity and other outstanding show features - maybe Out of Control Town Crier will drop by, maybe there'll be another Bob Dylan's Big Record Time, or an impromptu performance by the mighty Bombus (Mark and Stuart's giant bumblebee-themed prog band)? TUNE IN to find out.

But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

BBC Music Day! 'Hadrian's Wall of Sound' with @BBCRadMac on #BBCMusicDay: Stuart broadcasts live from venues along Hadrian's Wall throughout the show as part of BBC Music Day, with special guests The Unthanks AND MANY MORE! And Mark holds the fort (Roman pun) back in Salford, with regular features The Chain and trusty family favourite, Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: radio's own wrestlers on the musical hearth rug of rock, until 4pm. Tune in for on-air cartwheels and audio acrobatics for your listening delight, and marvel at the delights of The Chain - a never-ending list of records linked by you, the noble listener - and also Teatime Themetime, where you get to guess the link twixt three noble records , to keep you entertained all afternoon.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: the cherry on top of your afternoon radio listening. Tune in for more daytime jollity and other outstanding show features - maybe Out of Control Town Crier will drop by, maybe there'll be another Bob Dylan's Big Record Time, or an impromptu performance by the mighty Bombus (Mark and Stuart's giant bumblebee-themed prog band)? TUNE IN to find out. Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - the afternoon minstrels of rock, here with their usual running buffet of musical delights. As well as this, there's the Chain, an ear-bothering array of splendid tunes and your chance for office victory by getting the link in the three records of Teatime Themetime before anyone in Accounts or HR.

Radcliffe and Maconie: audio fondant fancies broadcasting for your afternoon delight. PLUS! Tune in for hearty guffaws around the studio table, and if you've ever fancied being on the radio - why not try and suggest the next link in the Chain? Or have a go at guessing the link in Teatime Themetime. GO ON, DO IT NOW.

Stuart Maconie presents solo with music and chat.

Radcliffe and Maconie! Today is Mark's turn to showcase one of his favourite pieces of classical music.

More from the Radio Wrestlers of Rock, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie. Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

More from the Radio Wrestlers of Rock, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie. Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo, with a basketful of musical tunes for your afternoon listening picnic.

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo, with a basketful of musical tunes for your afternoon listening picnic.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - a cosmopolitan smorgasbord of music and wit to make up your audio running buffet this afternoon! You can try and actually BE on the show by suggesting a track that's not yet been on long-running show feature The Chain OR pit your wits against the rest of the office/listening stronghold by trying to be first to guess the link between the three records in Teatime Themetime.

Mark and Stuart: playing some records and talking in between. With family favourites The Chain and Teatime Themetime.

Mark and Stuart: playing some records and talking in between. With family favourites The Chain and Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: The Rosemary and Thyme of the radio world, tracking down great music with their audio microscopes.

Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Mark and Stuart are here again! Shaking their collective tail feathers with some singy tunes. AND you, yes YOU could get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today? Will it be Brian in Accounts or that one near the photocopier who never makes the tea? YOU DECIDE.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by Joel Morris and Jason Hazeley.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: The audio Rosemary and Thyme of your afternoon listening. PLUS! Tune in for hearty guffaws around the studio table, and if you've ever fancied being on the radio - why not try and suggest the next link in the Chain? Or have a go at guessing the link in Teatime Themetime. GO ON, DO IT NOW.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - a smorgasbord of music and wit make up your audio running buffet this afternoon With The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - Twinkly and Rough-Hewn, radio diamonds broadcasting on your sparkly radio all afternoon. Plus their trusty never-ending feature The Chain, which links together one record to another using YOUR suggestions.... And also Teatime Themetime, when you pit your musical wits to be first past that Chocolate Bourbon post and gain glory round the biscuit barrel.

Mark and Stuart are here again! With guest, Tim Burgess of the Charlatans.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by Tim Burgess of The Charlatans, chatting about their latest album, amongst other things. It's their 12th studio album, Modern Nature, which features contributions from people like Peter Salisbury of the Verve, Stephen Morris of New Order, and Jim Paterson from Dexy's Midnight Runners. And chance your radio arm at getting the link between 3 records in today's Teatime Themetime or why not air those vocal chords by being picked to be on The Chain?

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with intelligent music and guests.

Mark and Stuart celebrate Christmas Day with a selection box of musical treats and Yuletide badinage. They are joined by poet and writer Ian McMillan, who shares some of his favourite festive stories and poems. Icelandic singer Hafdis Huld describes Christmas traditions in Iceland. Plus guest highlights from the past year's shows, a festive Tea Time Theme Time, mince pies, crackers and charades on the radio!

Mark presents the show solo with The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Mark presents the show solo PLUS Tune in for hearty guffaws around the studio table, and if you've ever fancied being on the radio - why not try and suggest the next link in the Chain? Or have a go at guessing the link in Teatime Themetime. GO ON, DO IT NOW.

Top Marks today, as Mark presents the show solo, Plus YOU get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today?

Mark Radcliffe welcomes comedian Lucy Porter to the show. This year you can see her at The Bristol Slapstick Festival, Leicester Comedy Festival and on BBC Two's new show Inset Name Here but before that she's right here on RadMac! Plus there's The Chain and Teatime Themetime to keep you amused throughout the afternoon.

Mark Radcliffe welcomes comedian Lucy Porter to the show. This year you can see her at The Bristol Slapstick Festival, Leicester Comedy Festival and on BBC Two's new show Inset Name Here but before that she's right here on RadMac! Plus there's The Chain and Teatime Themetime to keep you amused throughout the afternoon.

Your trusty 6 Music hosts Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie guide you through a radio orchard laden with musical fruits. Why not try your luck at The Chain? A list of never repeated tunes in the thousands. Or perhaps you feel your grey matter is better spent on guessing the link between the three Teatime Themetime tracks?

Wigan and Bolton's finest disc jockeys, that's Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe, put the needle on the record for another three hours of priceless radio gold. Can you, dear listener, beat the team in Finance by guessing the Teatime Themetime link first? Maybe you'd like to hear your dulcet tones emanate from your DAB radio set? Then that's where The Chain comes in, pick a tune that hasn't been on before and you could be on the actual radio!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: AKA Rocket Williams and Monster Beverage, DJs of the Afternoon Airwaves, here for your delectation this afternoon. And if that wasn't enough, there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo, with naught but a fine cosmopolitan smorgasbord of music and wit to make up your audio running buffet this afternoon! You can try and actually BE on the show by suggesting a track that's not yet been on long-running show feature The Chain OR pit your wits against the rest of the office/listening stronghold by trying to be first to guess the link between the three records in Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo all afternoon from 1pm til 4pm. Plus there's the trusty never-ending feature The Chain, which links together one record to another using YOUR suggestions.... And also Teatime Themetime, when you pit your musical wits to be first past that Chocolate Bourbon post and gain glory round the biscuit barrel.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo all afternoon from 1pm til 4pm. Plus there's the trusty never-ending feature The Chain, which links together one record to another using YOUR suggestions.... And also Teatime Themetime, when you pit your musical wits to be first past that Chocolate Bourbon post and gain glory round the biscuit barrel.

Mark and Stuart in the afternoon: an All-You-Can-Hear running audio buffet of delights from 1 til 4pm. But WHO KNOWS who will drop by the studio today? Maybe they'll be joined by the Out of Control Town Crier, Colin in the Corridor or little-known folk-rock group The Wenlocks. But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your choice of afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark and Stuart in the afternoon: an All-You-Can-Hear running audio buffet of delights from 1 til 4pm. But WHO KNOWS who will drop by the studio today? Maybe they'll be joined by the Out of Control Town Crier, Colin in the Corridor or little-known folk-rock group The Wenlocks. But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your choice of afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie present music, chat and regular features the Chain and Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: apple-bobbing for the best music all through the year, not just Halloween.

With Teatime Themetime, when you guess the link between 3 tunes and lots of splendid music to accompany you through the afternoon till Steve Lamacq o'clock. Apart from that - you just sit back and enjoy the music, mate.

Releasing their inner bombardiers all afternoon from 1-4pm: it's Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie, keeping you company in both home and workplace.

AND you, yes YOU could get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today? Will it be Brian in Accounts or that one near the photocopier who never makes the tea? YOU DECIDE.

Take a gallop through the musical meadows of 6 Music with Mark Radcliffe. As well as this, there's the Chain, an ear-bothering array of splendid tunes and your chance for office victory by getting the link in the three records of Teatime Themetime before anyone in Accounts or HR.

Tiptoe amongst our tuneful tulips with Mark Radcliffe. And why not try your hand at Teatime Themetime? Guess the link between 3 tunes and lots of splendid music to accompany you through the afternoon till 4pm. Apart from that - you just sit back and enjoy the music, friend.

Tiptoe amongst our tuneful tulips with Mark Radcliffe. And why not try your hand at Teatime Themetime? Guess the link between 3 tunes and lots of splendid music to accompany you through the afternoon till 4pm. Apart from that - you just sit back and enjoy the music, friend.

Tiptoe amongst our tuneful tulips with your favourite musical pixies, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie. And why not try your hand at Teatime Themetime? Guess the link between 3 tunes and lots of splendid music to accompany you through the afternoon till 4pm. Apart from that - you just sit back and enjoy the music, friend.

Tiptoe amongst our tuneful tulips with your favourite musical pixies, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie. And why not try your hand at Teatime Themetime? Guess the link between 3 tunes and lots of splendid music to accompany you through the afternoon till 4pm. Apart from that - you just sit back and enjoy the music, friend.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - keeping the DAB airwaves warm from 1-4pm. But WHO KNOWS who will drop by the studio today? Maybe Corn Cob Keith, Jimi Pixi or Johnny Townmouse of the Town. But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - keeping the DAB airwaves warm from 1-4pm. But WHO KNOWS who will drop by the studio today? Maybe Corn Cob Keith, Jimi Pixi or Johnny Townmouse of the Town. But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie present regular features the Chain and Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie present regular features the Chain and Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: the cherry on top of your afternoon radio listening. Tune in for more daytime jollity and other outstanding show features - maybe Out of Control Town Crier will drop by, maybe there'll be another Bob Dylan's Big Record Time, or an impromptu performance by the mighty Bombus (Mark and Stuart's giant bumblebee-themed prog band)? TUNE IN to find out. Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Dancing round the 6 Music maypole, it's radio's Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie, bringing you all the best new tunes and classic hits from 1-4pm. AND you, yes YOU could get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today? Will it be Brian in Accounts or that one near the photocopier who never makes the tea? YOU DECIDE.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - a smorgasbord of music and wit to make up your audio running buffet this afternoon! You can try and actually BE on the show by suggesting a track that's not yet been on long-running show feature The Chain OR pit your wits against the rest of the office/listening stronghold by trying to be first to guess the link between the three records in Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - a smorgasbord of music and wit to make up your audio running buffet this afternoon! You can try and actually BE on the show by suggesting a track that's not yet been on long-running show feature The Chain OR pit your wits against the rest of the office/listening stronghold by trying to be first to guess the link between the three records in Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - the afternoon minstrels of rock, here with their usual running buffet of musical delights. As well as this, there's the Chain, an ear-bothering array of splendid tunes and your chance for office victory by getting the link in the three records of Teatime Themetime before anyone in Accounts or HR.

Mark and Stuart are panning for musical gold this afternoon, selecting the finest nuggets for your collection. PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Mark and Stuart are panning for musical gold this afternoon, selecting the finest nuggets for your collection. PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Featuring The Chain - you suggest what track follows the last one and Teatime Themetime where you guess the link between three records.

Featuring The Chain - you suggest what track follows the last one and Teatime Themetime where you guess the link between three records.

Your trusty 6 Music host Stuart Maconie guides you through the campsite of rock and pop. Pull up a stool and heat up those musical baked beans while he brings you all the latest tunes straight to your ears. Plus you can try your luck at The Chain - a list of never repeated tunes now reaching the thousands. Or perhaps you feel your grey matter is better spent on guessing the link between the three Teatime Themetime tracks?

Your trusty 6 Music host Stuart Maconie guides you through the campsite of rock and pop. Pull up a stool and heat up those musical baked beans while he brings you all the latest tunes straight to your ears. Plus you can try your luck at The Chain - a list of never repeated tunes now reaching the thousands. Or perhaps you feel your grey matter is better spent on guessing the link between the three Teatime Themetime tracks?

Radio's Strongest Men, Radcliffe and Maconie have a plethora of manageable noise bursts to keep your ears entertained throughout the afternoon. PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Plus your chance to appear on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Dancing round the 6 Music maypole, it's radio's Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie, bringing you all the best new tunes and classic hits from 1-4pm. AND you, yes YOU could get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today? Will it be Brian in Accounts or that one near the photocopier who never makes the tea? YOU DECIDE.

Stuart and Mark, the icing upon the musical Bakewell tart that is 6 Music. They're with you until 4pm cherry-picking the best tunes for your DAB radio. And that's not all, there's The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: nabbing all the finest musical treats from the 6Music Pick n Mix. Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: keeping up the work from 1-4pm. Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: playing some records and talk in between. PLUS a whole heap more stuff. Like, what will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

All the best tunes from the 6Music buffet. Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

All the best tunes from the 6Music buffet. Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: rolling out the audio towel on that 6 Music rock and roll beach for you all afternoon. And if that wasn't enough, there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: rolling out the audio towel on that 6 Music rock and roll beach for you all afternoon. And if that wasn't enough, there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Reunited! Mark and Stuart together again!

Back behind the velvet rope ladies! Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie do what they do best: play some records and talk in between for your delectation all afternoon.

With the Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in today's show.

Reunited! Mark and Stuart together again!

Back behind the velvet rope ladies! Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie do what they do best: play some records and talk in between for your delectation all afternoon.

With the Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in today's show.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with music and chat, plus regular features the Chain and Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with music and chat, plus regular features the Chain and Teatime Themetime.

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock

Mark and Stuart serving up all the best tunes from the 6Music. Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie keep you company all Tuesday afternoon. Huddle around the office wireless with your favourite hot beverage for Teatime Themetime: get those bonus chocolate Bourbons at the ready to claim victory status by guessing the theme that connects all 3 records!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie keep you company all Tuesday afternoon. Huddle around the office wireless with your favourite hot beverage for Teatime Themetime: get those bonus chocolate Bourbons at the ready to claim victory status by guessing the theme that connects all 3 records!

Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe wrestle on 6 Music's hearthrug of pop playing YOUR favourite tunes and chatting in between. And that's not all, get involved with Tea Time Theme Time and The Chain, maybe you'll hear your voice on the actual radio this very afternoon!

Radio's Strongest Men, Radcliffe and Maconie have a plethora of manageable noise bursts to keep your ears entertained throughout the afternoon. Plus there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Radio's Strongest Men, Radcliffe and Maconie have a plethora of manageable noise bursts to keep your ears entertained throughout the afternoon. Plus there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe bring you Friday funnies and top notch disco bangers (other genres of music are covered too). YOU, dear listener, can also join in by picking a song for The Chain or by figuring out today's Tea Time Theme Time link.

Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe bring you Friday funnies and top notch disco bangers (other genres of music are covered too). YOU, dear listener, can also join in by picking a song for The Chain or by figuring out today's Tea Time Theme Time link.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: rolling out the audio towel on that 6 Music rock and roll beach for you all afternoon. And if that wasn't enough, there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before AS LONG AS IT DOESN'T REPEAT - and Teatime Themetime, where you could gain instant VIP backstage passes to the office biscuit tin by being first to guess what connects all three records. Radcliffe and Maconie: for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: rolling out the audio towel on that 6 Music rock and roll beach for you all afternoon. And if that wasn't enough, there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before AS LONG AS IT DOESN'T REPEAT - and Teatime Themetime, where you could gain instant VIP backstage passes to the office biscuit tin by being first to guess what connects all three records. Radcliffe and Maconie: for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Radio's Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie keep you cosy during the winter months with a selection of warming tunes and seasonal chatter. PLUS why not stoke the fires of The Chain with another song to add to the 6,000 odd already on there. Or gather the office around the wireless for a round of Tea Time Theme Time.

Radio's Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie keep you cosy during the winter months with a selection of warming tunes and seasonal chatter. PLUS why not stoke the fires of The Chain with another song to add to the 6,000 odd already on there. Or gather the office around the wireless for a round of Tea Time Theme Time.

Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe, decorate 6 Music with dangling baubles until 4pm. And they'll be continuing with their Slow Radio feature where a segment of the show will be dedicated to taking it easy during the hectic run up to Christmas. Expect to hear songs and sounds that will elongate time and will set your mind at ease. Take a deep breath and ahhhh...

And is there a record you've ALWAYS wanted to hear on the radio? Of course there is! Well there's a chance you might hear it today on our never-ending list of never-repeating records, also known as The Chain. Just link a song from the last and you could be on the actual radio. There's also Tea Time Theme Time where you can trounce your work colleagues at guessing what the link is between the triplet of top tunes we play.

Unwrap your favourite 6 Music gifts, Radcliffe and Maconie this very afternoon. Along with the usual intellectual jostling and Scotch egg chat they'll be bringing you some Slow Radio. This is where they play a tune or two that is deliberately measured to soothe your Xmas-addled soul.

Our regular feature The Chain gets an outing too. Can you choose a song that hasn't been played in its 6,000 record history? All you have to do is think of how to link it from the last one, maybe it's got a similar title or the same person plays in both bands. It can be anything all, just listen and let us know what you think should be next. Plus we pose our daily quiz, Tea Time Theme Time. We play three tunes, you guess the link. The first person to guess wins the adulation of their friends and family.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe with tunes and chat in between.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo, but that's not all! Or is it? No it's not. You can get involved with Tea Time Theme Time by trying to guess the link between 3 brilliant records sent in by one of you brilliant lot - and then there's The Chain, where over 6000 records are linked somehow to each other - and for you to choose and then could be on the radio itself, letting us all know your Chain record link! What more could you want? Eh? Eh? *slams door*.

6 Music chef Mark Radcliffe presents solo but STILL manages to cook up a musical feast for you.

Ingredients include The Chain, a full of flavour feature with over 6,000 songs in the mix. Could your pick be added next? And there's Tea Time Theme Time, guess what links three songs over a nice cup of tea and a scone if you're lucky.

Howdy partners! Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo today, the Lone Ranger of the 6Music airwaves. Saddling up his trusty record-playing steed to gallop across the prairies with a wagonload of top tunes for your delight.

So why not gather round the campfire and stoke the flames of The Chain and add another song to add to the 6000-plus already on there. Or corral your workmates around the wireless for a round of Tea Time Theme Time, when you must guess the link between the three records...AND get your name read out on the wireless at the same time! YEE-HAW!

Frying solo at the chip pan of 6Music this afternoon it's Mark Radcliffe! Retrieving the finest battered musical titbits for you, the noble listener. And YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your choice of afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

ONLY THE MACONIE! Stuart presents solo today. And YOU could be chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves by suggesting a track to follow on from the last for the seemingly never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link between three records today? Get your new Christmas socks on and get to it, listeners!

As well as this, today sees BBC Radio 6 Music launching the 6 Music Festival 2017, which will take place at the end of March. Following last year's sold out event in Bristol, which featured Underworld, Roni Size, John Grant, Savages and Primal Scream - we're packing our record box full of surprises and heading out to celebrate the musical heritage of a different part of the UK. So, KEEP IT SIX! And there might be more surprises in store for you on today's show...

Stuart Maconie presents the show all by himself as his Rad counterpart is elsewhere. But fear not! He has you, the listener, to accompany him on his little afternoon voyage through rock, indie, Motown, soul, disco, funk, punk, thrash, shoegaze, prog... WHO KNOWS!

Plus like the obedient meerkat of the airwaves he'll be on the lookout for new songs on The Chain -the seemingly never-ending list of tracks inked one after the other - as suggested by you! And he will be asking you - as he does every day, around 3.35pm - what links the three Tea Time Theme Time tunes? Join in the funtimes and YOU could hear your name read out on air for the ultimate thrill and office kudos.

Mark and Stuart in the afternoon: an All-You-Can-Hear running audio buffet of delights from 1 til 4pm. But WHO KNOWS who will drop by the studio today? Maybe they'll be joined by the Out of Control Town Crier, Colin in the Corridor or little-known folk-rock group The Wenlocks.

But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your choice of afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime. Plus a round-up of the latest goings-on in the world of rock and pop with your daily dose of Music News.

6 Music chef Stuart Maconie rustling up a musical feast for you.

Ingredients include The Chain, a full of flavour feature with over 6,000 songs in the mix. Could your pick be added next? And there's Tea Time Theme Time, guess what links three songs over a nice cup of tea and a scone if you're lucky. Plus Music News to keep you in the loop of all things in the music biz.

Stuart Maconie presents solo, with a plethora of manageable noisebursts to keep your ears entertained throughout the afternoon. PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU ACTUALLY GET TO DECIDE THESE THINGS. YES, ACTUAL YOU. With Music News and all its goings on, to keep you going through to 4pm.

Mark and Stuart in the afternoon: an All-You-Can-Hear running audio buffet of delights from 1 til 4pm. But WHO KNOWS who will drop by the studio today? Maybe they'll be joined by the Out of Control Town Crier, Colin in the Corridor or little-known folk-rock group The Wenlocks.

But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your choice of afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Howdy partners! Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie, the Lone Ranger and Tonto of the 6Music airwaves. Saddling up theirs trusty record-playing steeds to gallop across the prairies with a wagonload of top tunes for your delight.

So why not gather round the campfire and stoke the flames of The Chain and add another song to add to the 6000-plus already on there. Or corral your workmates around the wireless for a round of Tea Time Theme Time, when you must guess the link between the three records...AND get your name read out on the wireless at the same time! YEE-HAW! Plus take a stroll into the Music News saloon to hear the latest goings-on in the world of rock and pop.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with another appropriately good show for Good Friday afternoon.

There's The Chain - what song do you want on the radio that links the last in the chain? - and also - Teatime Themetime - can you guess what links the three tracks selected by a fellow listener? Plus Clare Crane returns with all the headlines from the world of Music News.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie go back in time to 1989 with Mike Pickering, Hacienda Second Summer of Love DJ. The year marks the Second Summer of Love so they'll be sporting their favourite tie dye T-shirts and bucket hats. It's all part of the BBC's My Generation season which is currently celebrating the music of the 1980s.

And you can get involved too, pick a song to join more than 6,000 unique others on The Chain, or try your hand at guessing today's Tea Time Theme Time link.

Today BBC Radio 6 Music launches the 6 Music Festival 2015. Following last year's inaugural event at The Victoria Warehouse, this year's will be even bigger and better than before, and in a different part of the UK. Shows across the day from Lauren Laverne through to Marc Riley will be revealing which bands and artists will be performing so tune in to hear who Mark and Stuart will be announcing.

Also, they are joined today by Tim Burgess of The Charlatans, chatting about their latest album, among other things. It's their 12th studio album, Modern Nature, which features contributions from people like Peter Salisbury of the Verve, Stephen Morris of New Order, and Jim Paterson from Dexy's Midnight Runners. And chance your radio arm at getting the link between 3 records in today's Teatime Themetime or why not air those vocal chords by being picked to be on The Chain?

Today BBC Radio 6 Music launches the 6 Music Festival 2015. Following last year's inaugural event at The Victoria Warehouse, this year's will be even bigger and better than before, and in a different part of the UK. Shows across the day from Lauren Laverne through to Marc Riley will be revealing which bands and artists will be performing so tune in to hear who Mark and Stuart will be announcing.

Also, they are joined today by Tim Burgess of The Charlatans, chatting about their latest album, among other things. It's their 12th studio album, Modern Nature, which features contributions from people like Peter Salisbury of the Verve, Stephen Morris of New Order, and Jim Paterson from Dexy's Midnight Runners. And chance your radio arm at getting the link between 3 records in today's Teatime Themetime or why not air those vocal chords by being picked to be on The Chain?

Radcliffe and Maconie: audio fondant fancies broadcasting for your afternoon delight. With some special announcements on this year's 6Music Festival. PLUS! Tune in for hearty guffaws around the studio table, and if you've ever fancied being on the radio - why not try and suggest the next link in the Chain? Or have a go at guessing the link in Teatime Themetime. GO ON, DO IT NOW.

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo, with a whole heap of lovely musical treats and highlights from the weekend's festival that came from Bristol.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show live from Maida Vale as part of 6Music Live - with a very special performance by The Pretenders. Fronted by Chrissie Hynde, they'll be performing material from their first Pretenders album in eight years. The album was recorded by Chrissie in Nashville with The Black Keys' Dan Auerbach, who produced and played on the record as well. Of the new album Chrissie Hynde says: This record is what I love the most - real people playing real music. I sang and recorded every vocal in a 48 hour period - 48 hours to sing them, 40 years of preparation! Joining her for this very special performance will be original member Martin Chambers returning on drums.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: with all your post-festival round-up needs! With musical highlights, and Edwyn Collins in conversation with Stuart Maconie, recorded live at the 6Music Festival.

Fresh from gadding about at this year's 6Music Festival in Glasgow, Mark and Stuart present to you some of the finest highlights from their Scottish-based weekend, including Stuart's onstage chat with Edwyn Collins. Edwyn was the lead singer and co-founder of 80s post-punk band Orange Juice on Postcard Records. Following the group's split in 1985, he started a solo career, and his 1994 single A Girl Like You was a worldwide hit. In February 2005, he was hospitalized following two brain hemorrhages, and he subsequently underwent a months-long rehabilitation period. Fortunately Edwyn was able to resume his musical career in 2007; he won an Ivor Novello Award (The Ivor Inspiration Award) in 2009, and a documentary film on his recovery (The Possibilities are endless) was released in 2014. He chatted to Stuart Maconie at last weekend's 6Music Festival in Glasgow, and you can hear the highlights of their conversation here.

Plus all the top live musical highlights taken from the 2017 6Music Festival from Glasgow.

Stuart presents solo with A Carnival Special today with live music from The Go! Team and even an in-studio steel pan group to add to the Caribbean flavour - The Salford Steel Community Band. Plus Abigail Ward from Manchester District Music Archive pops by with some massive club hits ahead of Manchester's Pride festival!

Indie pop-rockers The Go! Team are based mainly in Brighton. They combine indie rock and garage rock with a mixture of blaxploitation and Bollywood soundtracks, double Dutch chants, old school hip hop and distorted guitars. Their songs are a mix of live instrumentation and samples, headed up by Ian Parton, who recorded the band's first album Thunder, Lightning, Strike in his parents' kitchen. They're here to bring some summery music to the studio once more!

Plus why not gain VIP access to the office biscuit barrel by guessing the link between the 3 tracks in Teatime Themetime or why not impress all your friends and neighbours and suggest the next link on The Chain, and get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Your trusty 6 Music hosts Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie guide you through a radio orchard laden with musical fruit. Accompanying them around on their stroll is actor, writer and sometime footballer, Ralf Little. Best known for playing Antony Royle in The Royle Family, and Jonny Keogh in Two Pints of Lager and a Packet of Crisps, he's also played Peter Hook of Joy Division/New Order in the film 24 Hour Party People. He's about to make his debut at the National Theatre and he's here to tell us about all about his latest news.

And as well as hearing, why not try your luck at The Chain? A list of never repeated tunes in the thousands. Or perhaps you feel your grey matter is better spent on guessing the link between the three Teatime Themetime tracks? Tune in and give it a listen. YOU KNOW YOU WANT TO! Plus a round-up of the latest goings-on in the world of rock and pop with your daily dose of Music News.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by London born actress and singer Jane Birkin talking about the music of Parisian songwriter, actor and film-maker Serge Gainsbourg and her relationship with him. Their worldwide hit single Je T'aime... Moi Non Plus was released in 1969, the same year the film Slogan was released - the film which brought Jane and Serge together for the first time. Jane will discuss the release of her first album in 9 years, which features reinterpretations of Gainsbourg's songs 'Gainsbourg Symphonique'.

And if that wasn't enough, there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs. Plus all the latest goings-on in the world of Music News.

Stuart Maconie presents solo, joined by actress Samantha Morton. Brought up in Nottingham, Samantha began her career in British television in 1991. She guest-starred in Soldier Soldier and Cracker and appeared from 1995 to 1996 in the ITV series Band of Gold. She made the transition to film with lead roles in the dramas Emma (1996), Jane Eyre (1997) and the well-received Under the Skin (1997). The latter made director Woody Allen cast Morton in Sweet and Lowdown (1999), which earned her nominations for the Academy Award and the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress. Her role in Morvern Callar (2002) garnered her the BIFA Award for Best Actress, and she received her second Academy Award nomination, this time in the Best Actress category, for In America (2003). She also found mainstream success with the science fiction thriller Minority Report (2002). For her role in 2006's television biopic Longford, she received an Emmy Award nomination and the Golden Globe for Best Supporting Actress - Television Film. Morton starred in the dramas Control (2007), Synecdoche, New York (2008) and The Messenger (2009), and she made her directorial debut with the British television film The Unloved (2009), winning the BAFTA Television Award for Best Single Drama. Her most recent acting credits include the science fiction action film John Carter (2012), the thriller Cosmopolis (2012), the drama Decoding Annie Parker (2013), the European limited series The Last Panthers (2015) and the film adaptation Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016).

Like the obedient meerkats of the airwaves he'll be on the lookout for new songs on The Chain -the seemingly never-ending list of tracks inked one after the other - as suggested by you! And he will be asking you - as he does every day, around 3.35pm - what links the three Tea Time Theme Time tunes? Join in the funtimes and YOU could hear your name read out on air for the ultimate thrill and office kudos. Plus all the latest Music News you can shake a musically-inclined News stick at.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo, with piratical pop pioneer, Adam Ant. Best known as being lead singer of post-punk band, Adam and The Ants, with their hit albums Kings of the Wild Frontier (1980)and Prince Charming (1981), and later as a solo artist, Adam's about to embark on a UK tour.. Plus, with that you-name-the-next record in The Chain-possibility, and all bourbons at the ready for today's Teatime Themetime, these are your chances to get involved in this afternoon's delight!

Former Bottom and Young Ones star Adrian Edmondson joins Mark in the studio.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Ade Edmondson. An All-You-Can-Hear running audio buffet of delights from 1 til 4pm. But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your choice of afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark and Stuart are joined by comedian, actor and presenter Adrian Edmondson and Bad Shepherds bandmate, Troy Donockley.

Mark presents the show solo, with Danish singer-songwriter Agnes Obel joining him in the studio to talk about her latest album Aventine.

chats to Stuart about their summer festival plans.

Mark and Stuart are joined by comedian Al Murray.

Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe's guest today is the comedian Al Murray. Best known for his role as xenophobic publican 'The Pub Landlord', Al joins us from a well-appointed radio booth up in Edinburgh as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

With The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo, and is joined by question editor of BBC2's Only Connect, Alan Connor. He also writes quizzes for various newspapers, as well as being a screenwriter, journalist and author of a book about the puzzling world of crosswords. Alan says that he can't see a new fact without wondering how to make it in a piece of quiz, and his favourite quiz question is What word was intentionally omitted from the screenplay of The Godfather? Tune in for the answer, plus regular show features The Chain and Teatime Themetime with yer uncle Stuey in the afternuey.

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo, and is joined by question editor of BBC2's Only Connect, Alan Connor. He also writes quizzes for various newspapers, as well as being a screenwriter, journalist and author of a book about the puzzling world of crosswords. Alan says that he can't see a new fact without wondering how to make it in a piece of quiz, and his favourite quiz question is What word was intentionally omitted from the screenplay of The Godfather? Tune in for the answer, plus regular show features The Chain and Teatime Themetime with yer uncle Stuey in the afternuey.

Mark presents the show solo, with comedian Alan Davies. Probably best known as the resident panellist on QI, or star of TV series Jonathan Creek, Alan takes his latest stand-up gig to Edinburgh before embarking on a nationwide tour.

Mark presents the show solo, with comedian Alan Davies. Probably best known as the resident panellist on QI, or star of TV series Jonathan Creek, Alan takes his latest stand-up gig to Edinburgh before embarking on a nationwide tour.

Stuart and Mark chat to writer, actor and comedian Alan Davies, on his new TV series and comedy tour. He's well known as the lead actor of BBC mystery drama series Jonathan Creek and his regular appearances as panellist on BBC2's QI: he's now about to tour his latest stand-up routine, Little Victories, and a new series of the critically acclaimed TV show As Yet Untitled sees Alan joined by four guests (comics, journalists and general funny people) as they sit round a table and have a chat, quite literally about anything and everything. So, hear Mark and Stuart AND Alan as they sit round the Megacity table and chat about anything and everything, and why not round off the day by possibly gaining victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by Alex Paterson of the Orb.

Stuart is joined by comedian Alexei Sayle

Stuart is joined by comedian Alexei Sayle.

Stuart Maconie is joined by comedian Alexei Sayle. Well-known for his surreal style of stand-up comedy, and his leading role in classic 80s series The Comic Strip, he's here to talk about his new book of memoirs.

PLUS a whole heap more stuff. Like, what will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Stuart Maconie is joined by comedian Alexei Sayle. Well-known for his surreal style of stand-up comedy, and his leading role in classic 80s series The Comic Strip, he's here to talk about his new book of memoirs.

PLUS a whole heap more stuff. Like, what will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by comedian Alexei Sayle. Well-known for his surreal style of stand-up comedy, and his leading role in classic 80s series The Comic Strip, he's here to talk about his new book of memoirs.

Stuart presents the show solo today, joined by Alexis Taylor (Hot Chip) and Green Gartside (Scritti Politti). Alexis - frontman of electro-pop hitmeisters Hot Chip - recorded an album 'Piano' last year, and has since commissioned 11 of his musical pals to each record a companion piece to this album - called 'Listen With(out) Piano). The 11 new tracks can each be played on their own - OR at the same time as the original album to create a musical blend! Green Gartside is one of those musicians who's written a track. Cardiff-born Green formed post-punk Scritti Politti in 1977 with fellow art students from Leeds Polytechnic, and was well known for their 1988 hit 'Oh Patti'. After retiring from the limelight of the music industry, he came back in in 1999 with a new album, Anomie and Bonhomie and White Bread, Black Beer in 2006. He since returned to touring with Scritti Politti and is here with Alexis to talk all about their new collaboration.

And if that wasn't enough, there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie's guest today is electro hitmakers' Hot Chip's vocalist Alexis Taylor. He's here to talk about his new solo album, which is just piano and voice.

PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie's guest today is electro hitmakers' Hot Chip's vocalist Alexis Taylor. He's here to talk about his new solo album, which is just piano and voice.

PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Stuart Maconie: the icing on your 6 Music cake all afternoon, cherry-picking the best tunes for your DAB radio. Stuart's guest today is Professor Alice Roberts. Alice is a clinical anatomist and Professor of Public Engagement in Science at the University of Birmingham. She's also well known for her BBC science series including Origins of Us, Prehistoric Autopsy and Ice Age Giants, as well as Horizon programmes on BBC2, and Wild Swimming on BBC4. She writes a regular science column for The Observer, and has authored five popular science books, and she's here today to chat about her latest book.

Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

And that's not all, there's The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Stuart Maconie: the icing on your 6 Music cake all afternoon, cherry-picking the best tunes for your DAB radio. Stuart's guest today is Professor Alice Roberts. Alice is a clinical anatomist and Professor of Public Engagement in Science at the University of Birmingham. She's also well known for her BBC science series including Origins of Us, Prehistoric Autopsy and Ice Age Giants, as well as Horizon programmes on BBC2, and Wild Swimming on BBC4. She writes a regular science column for The Observer, and has authored five popular science books, and she's here today to chat about her latest book.

Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

And that's not all, there's The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

is today's guest, chatting to Mark and Stuart about her new album-inspired film.

Join one of radio's strongest men, Stuart Maconie, as he plays records and chats to Alison Statton of Welsh post-punkers Young Marble Giants for your listening pleasure all afternoon, between 1 and 4pm. Young Marble Giants are a post-punk band formed in Cardiff, Wales in 1978, with vocals from Alison, along with the minimalist instrumentation of brothers Philip and Stuart Moxham.

Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark presents the show solo, and his guest today is comic, actor and impressionist Alistair McGowan. Best known for his BBC series The Big Impression, as well as acting on stage (he received a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for his role in The Little Shop of Horrors), he's here to chat to Mark about his stint at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He might even throw in a few impressions...

Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark presents the show solo, and his guest today is comic, actor and impressionist Alistair McGowan. Best known for his BBC series The Big Impression, as well as acting on stage (he received a Laurence Olivier Award nomination for his role in The Little Shop of Horrors), he's here to chat to Mark about his stint at this year's Edinburgh Fringe Festival. He might even throw in a few impressions...

Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie chat to Canadian band Alvvays.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie chat to Canadian band Alvvays.

Stuart presents the show solo, with actor Andrew Lancel on new play, Epstein: The Man Who Made the Beatles.

Stuart presents the show solo, with actor Andrew Lancel on new play, Epstein: The Man Who Made the Beatles.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by Andy Beckett.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by Andy Beckett.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: bouncing on the trampoline of audio joy all afternoon, joined by guest, comedian Andy Hamilton. The award winning co-creator / writer of Outnumbered (BBC1), What We Did On Our Holiday (BBC Films), Ballot Monkeys (Channel 4) and Drop The Dead Donkey (Channel 4), star of Old Harry's Game (Radio 4) and regular guest on The News Quiz, I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, Have I Got News For You and Q.I. looks back on his 60 years on this planet for his new comedy tour.

PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

XTC's Andy Partridge flies in to chat to Mark about a new book 'Complicated Game: Inside The Songs Of XTC'. XTC were formed by Andy Partridge and Colin Moulding in 1972 and made their name with hits like 'Making Plans For Nigel' and 'Senses Working Overtime'. The book itself is a collection of conversation between Andy and American journalist Todd Bernhardt which chart the history of the band and the ethos behind their songs. There's also a tour of his hometown Swindon.

With The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo with music and chat, plus the Chain and Teatime Themetime.

Alex Turner and Matt Helders of Sheffield-based yet globally-popular band Arctic Monkeys join Stuart to talk about their new album AM.

Stuart and Mark will be shaking actual tail feathers with some top Friday tunes, and top guest, Damon Gough AKA Badly Drawn Boy. He's here to talk about the 15 year anniversary of his Hour of the Bewilderbeast album. He got his name from the title character in the show Sam and his Magic Ball, which he saw on TV at a party in Trafford, Manchester, in 1995.

AND you, yes YOU could get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today? Will it be Brian in Accounts or that one near the photocopier who never makes the tea? YOU DECIDE.

Mark and Stuart begin a new week chatting to Seattle's Band of Horses.

In September, the band released Mirage Rock, the follow-up to 2010's Grammy-nominated Infinite Arms.

It is the first of their records to be produced by Glyn Johns, who was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in recognition of his work with The Beatles, Bob Dylan, The Rolling Stones, The Who, Led Zeppelin, The Faces, Eric Clapton and more.

Rock knuckles at the ready! Southampton's Band of Skulls join Mark and Stuart in the studio. With 3 albums and a tour supporting Queens of the Stone Age already under their studded belts, the Southampton rock heavyweights bring in some tracks to play from their latest album, Himalayan.

Mark and Stuart are joined by writer Barney Hoskyns. Well-known for co-founding an online library of pop writing and journalism, Rock's Backpages, as well as his word for Vogue and MOJO magazines, he's here to talk all about Joni Mitchell - specifically from the viewpoint of conversations she gave to journalists over her career as singer, songwriter and artist.

PLUS gather your wits to suggest the next Chain track to follow on from the 6000 tracks that came before... and attempt to guess the link that binds the three records in Teatime Thememtime, thus gaining instant superiority in both home and workplace.

Mark and Stuart are joined by writer Barney Hoskyns. Well-known for co-founding an online library of pop writing and journalism, Rock's Backpages, as well as his word for Vogue and MOJO magazines, he's here to talk all about Joni Mitchell - specifically from the viewpoint of conversations she gave to journalists over her career as singer, songwriter and artist.

PLUS gather your wits to suggest the next Chain track to follow on from the 6000 tracks that came before... and attempt to guess the link that binds the three records in Teatime Thememtime, thus gaining instant superiority in both home and workplace.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo and is joined by musician Barry Adamson.

Mark presents the show solo and is joined by musician Barry Adamson talking about his love of soundtracks. Barry rose to prominence as the bass player in Magazine and toured extensively. His establishment as a solo artist came after a three-year stint with Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds and heralded the release of his seminal first solo album, Moss Side Story. Critically acclaimed, it raised Adamson's name as a composer of diverse complexity. Since then he's worked with some of the film industry's most intriguing mavericks including Derek Jarman, David Lynch, Oliver Stone and Danny Boyle. He's here today to talk about classic film soundtracks.

With The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Belle and Sebastian's Stuart Murdoch. Tune in for more daytime jollity and other outstanding show features - maybe Out of Control Town Crier will drop by, maybe there'll be another Bob Dylan's Big Record Time, or an impromptu performance by the mighty Bombus (Mark and Stuart's giant bumblebee-themed prog band)? TUNE IN to find out. Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Belle and Sebastian's Stuart Murdoch chats to Radcliffe and Maconie's Stuart Maconie about their new album.

Belle and Sebastian's Stuart Murdoch chats to Radcliffe and Maconie's Stuart Maconie about their new album.

Mark and Stuart in the afternoon: an All-You-Can-Hear running audio buffet of delights from 1 til 4pm. Today's guest is actor Ben Miller, best known as one half of comedy double act Armstrong and Miller, alongside Alexander Armstrong. Ben's here to talk about his new BBC One comedy, I Want My Wife Back, which also stars Caroline Catz and Jan Francis.

But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your choice of afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark presents the show solo, with guest, musician and producer Ben Watt in to talk about his new single, plus news about his latest book.

Musician, writer, DJ and record producer Ben Watt is on the show today, to talk about his latest album. Hendra was produced in collaboration with Bernard Butler (formerly of Suede) and features Pink Floyd's David Gilmour. Ben Watt is well-known for being one half of the duo Everything But the Girl with vocalist Tracey Thorn but has since become renowned for his DJing and remixing, as well as writing two novels along the way.

Singer songwriter Beth Orton joins Mark and Stuart, fresh from her Glastonbury appearance. Her Mercury Award-nominated album Central Reservation is being reissued, the album that gained her a Brit Award for Best Female back in 2000, and had tracks produced by Ben Watt.

Folktronica singer-songwriter Beth Orton pops by the show to talk about her week long residency at Manchester's Band On The Wall. She'll be inviting 13 female musicians, vocalists and songwriters from around the UK to create brand new music. And YOU get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today?

Stuart and Mark are joined by the folktronic singer-songwriter Beth Orton. Initially recognised for her collaborations with William Orbit, Red Snapper and the Chemical Brothers in the mid 90s, she developed a devoted audience with the release of the albums - her debut Trailer Park, as well as Central Reservation (1999) and the 2002 UK top 10 album, Daybreaker. She's here to talk about her latest album - co-produced by Beth and Andrew Hung (F*** Buttons) and mixed by David Wrench (Caribou/Hot Chip) - which sees her return to a record inspired both by the wide-open nature of Los Angeles and the spirit of her earliest recordings.

PLUS a whole heap more stuff. Like, what will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Stuart and Mark are joined by the folktronic singer-songwriter Beth Orton. Initially recognised for her collaborations with William Orbit, Red Snapper and the Chemical Brothers in the mid 90s, she developed a devoted audience with the release of the albums - her debut Trailer Park, as well as Central Reservation (1999) and the 2002 UK top 10 album, Daybreaker. She's here to talk about her latest album - co-produced by Beth and Andrew Hung (F*** Buttons) and mixed by David Wrench (Caribou/Hot Chip) - which sees her return to a record inspired both by the wide-open nature of Los Angeles and the spirit of her earliest recordings.

PLUS a whole heap more stuff. Like, what will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Bez from Happy Mondays tells Mark and Stuart about his upcoming live dates with the band.

Comedian Bill Bailey joins Mark and Stuart with news of his latest adventures.

Mark and Stuart are joined by comedian Bill Bailey. As well as unprecedented access to some of their favourite records, YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe: playing some records and talking in-between. Chatting to him inbetween records today is comedian and musician, Bill Bailey. He is most well-known for his live stand-up shows - most recently Qualmpeddler, Limboland, and The Remarkable Guide to the Orchestra. His work on television includes programmes such as Never Mind the Buzzcocks, Black Books and QI. He was also the host of Bill Bailey's Birdwatching Bonanza in January 2010, and wrote and presented his award-winning documentary about Alfred Russel Wallace, Bill Bailey's Jungle Hero, in 2013. Alongside music and stand-up, one of Bailey's favourite pastimes is birdwatching, which he has been doing since he was a child in the West Country. His fondest memories are of family outings with parents, grandparents and cousins, ticking the birds off in his little Observer's Book of Birds. As he has said about those formative years, 'birdwatching gave a purpose to the day and a love of the natural world which has carried on into my adult life'. And here he'll be, talking of his twitching tales.

PLUS a whole heap more stuff. Like, what will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie's guest today is the experimental art rock musician, singer-songwriter, producer and painter Bill Nelson. Famous for being the main songwriter and guitarist in the 70s rock group Be-Bop Deluxe (Ships in the Night, Maid in Heaven), Yorkshire-born Bill went to art college where he developed a love of poet and filmmaker Jean Cocteau. He then went onto form new wave band Red Noise and also released a solo single Do You Dream in Colour? He's collaborated with SO MANY people - A Flock of Seagulls, John Cooper Clarke, Yellow Magic Orchestra, Gary Numan, The Skids, Cabaret Voltaire, to name a few - and is here to talk about some of his latest reissues.

Supplementary to the main event, The Chain returns, over six chiliads* of songs. No repetitions and YOU get to pick the next one. There's also a dose of Tea Time Theme Time to ease you into late afternoon. Simple, it's a triplet of songs which are linked together in some way...but how?

(*a group of 1,000).

Mark and Stuart are joined by singer-songwriter Billy Bragg.

Mark and Stuart are joined by songmeister general Billy Bragg

Mark and Stuart are joined by songmeister general Billy Bragg.

Mark and Stuart are joined by singer-songwriter Billy Bragg.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo today, joined by guest, singer-songwriter Billy Bragg. Billy grew up in Barking, and his albums include Life's a Riot with Spy vs. Spy, Brewing Up with Billy Bragg, Workers Playtime, Tooth and Nail, and Talking with The Taxman about Poetry. He'll be talking with Mark Radcliffe about his lyrics today, which are a kind of poetry we suppose, which articulate both his personal and political passions over the past 5 decades.

And that's not all! There's Teatime Themetime, when you guess the link between 3 tunes and lots of splendid music to accompany you through the afternoon till four o'clock. Apart from that - you just sit back and enjoy the music, comrades.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo today, joined by guest, singer-songwriter Billy Bragg. Billy grew up in Barking, and his albums include Life's a Riot with Spy vs. Spy, Brewing Up with Billy Bragg, Workers Playtime, Tooth and Nail, and Talking with The Taxman about Poetry. He'll be talking with Mark Radcliffe about his lyrics today, which are a kind of poetry we suppose, which articulate both his personal and political passions over the past 5 decades.

And that's not all! There's Teatime Themetime, when you guess the link between 3 tunes and lots of splendid music to accompany you through the afternoon till four o'clock. Apart from that - you just sit back and enjoy the music, comrades.

Mark presents the show solo, joined by bard of Barking Billy Bragg and his friend and collaborator, US singer-songwriter Joe Henry. They've made an album recording while travelling across America by train, covering railway-themed classic songs made famous by Hank Williams, Lead Belly, Glen Campbell and Gordon Lightfoot, to name but a few. It was a four-day, 65-hour train journey across the US on the Texas Eagle railroad service, so there will no doubt be tales to tell!

Plus do an afternoon Tea Dance with the guess-the-link Teatime Themetime, and you could even be on the show! That's right! You could be on the Cha-cha-cha Chain, a long and interconnected load of music in which you suggest the link into the next track. So what are you waiting for! It's going to be FABULOUS darling.

Mark and Stuart are joined by actor Blake Harrison talking about the new Dad's Army film. Of course that's not all, in between all of that there's RadMac stalwarts The Chain and Teatime Themetime.

Mark sails the Radmac ship solo today, and chats to Debbie Harry and Chris Stein of Blondie.

New wave US band 'Blondie' join Mark and Stuart.

Mark sails the Radmac ship solo today, and chats to Debbie Harry and Chris Stein of Blondie.

On their 40th anniversary, Mark Radcliffe chats to seminal punk and iconic New York band Blondie plus the band performs a specially recorded set from the BBCs Maida Vale studios.

Mark chats to drummer Clem Burke, front-woman and songwriter, Debbie Harry and guitarist and conceptual mastermind Chris Stein - as well as introducing the new Blondie band members - about their new album and greatest hits compilation, marking their 40th year as a band. They tell us about the more unexpected musical influences behind the new tracks, plus stories behind their hit classic Hanging on the Telephone, and why they covered Frankie Goes to Hollywood's Relax...

Hear them perform a live set, specially recorded at the BBC Studios in Maida Vale, including Blondie classics Hanging on the Telephone, Atomic and Call Me, and new tracks Mile High and Sugar on the Side. With singer and songwriter Debbie Harry, drummer Clem Burke, guitarist Chris Stein, Leigh Fox on bass, guitarist Tommy Kessler and keyboardist Matt Katz-Bohen.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Bob Mortimer.

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo, with musician, journalist and film producer Bob Stanley. Best known as a member of the indie pop/dance group Saint Etienne, Bob's had a long parallel career as a music journalist, writing for, amongst others, NME, Melody Maker, Mojo, The Guardian and The Times, as well as writing two books on music and football. He also has a career as a DJ and as a producer of record labels, and has collaborated on a series of films about London. He's here to talk about his love of girl groups and a compilation of rare ghost-based tracks! Spooky!

Also there will be the trusty never-ending feature The Chain, which links together one record to another using YOUR suggestions.... And also Teatime Themetime, when you pit your musical wits to be first past that Chocolate Bourbon post and gain glory round the biscuit barrel.

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo, with musician, journalist and film producer Bob Stanley. Best known as a member of the indie pop/dance group Saint Etienne, Bob's had a long parallel career as a music journalist, writing for, amongst others, NME, Melody Maker, Mojo, The Guardian and The Times, as well as writing two books on music and football. He also has a career as a DJ and as a producer of record labels, and has collaborated on a series of films about London. He's here to talk about his love of girl groups and a compilation of rare ghost-based tracks! Spooky!

Also there will be the trusty never-ending feature The Chain, which links together one record to another using YOUR suggestions.... And also Teatime Themetime, when you pit your musical wits to be first past that Chocolate Bourbon post and gain glory round the biscuit barrel.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Bob Stanley and Sarah Cracknell of dance/indie popsters St Etienne. Well-known for their 90s dance-pop tracks He's on the Phone, You're in a Bad Way and Join Our Club, they're approaching their 25th anniversary and chat to Radcliffe and Maconie about a new photo retrospective which charts the band's history.

of Primal Scream joins Mark and Stuart to talk about his new David Holmes-produced single and upcoming live dates.

Mark presents the show solo with Bow Wow Wow singer Annabella Lwin. At thirteen, she was talent spotted in 1980 by a friend of Malcolm McLaren when she was seen singing at a dry cleaners in North London. She then became lead singer of McLaren's group Bow Wow Wow and enjoyed chart successes with the songs I Want Candy and Go Wild In The Country. The Anglo-Burmese singer will be dropping by mid-tour.

And that's not all, there's The Chain and Teatime Themetime which are your chances to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

New Romantic singer-songwriter Boy George on his latest album, This is What I Do.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by Brian May.

Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Stuart Maconie presents the show solo today: keeping the DAB airwaves warm from 1-4pm. He's joined by comedian Bridget Christie, who's here to talk about her new book and matching tour! A stalwart of the Edinburgh Comedy scene and now comedy circuits in general, she's also won the Rose d'Or International Broadcasting Award Her for BBC Radio 4 series, Bridget Christie Minds the Gap.

But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Brighton based, Kendal conceived, band British Sea Power join Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie to talk about their latest crowd-fund financed album Let The Dancers Inherit The Party. This is their 10th studio album, their debut, The Decline of British Sea Power, coming back in 2003. The band were formed by brothers Jan and Hamilton Wilkinson and Matthew Wood who met at school. Guitarist Martin Noble joined the band after meeting Jan whilst studying at Reading University.

And on top of all that, there's The Chain - where you, the listener, choose a track to link on to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, where you, the listener, guess what connects the three tracks being played. Plus there's Music News to keep you up to date with all the latest going on in the world of music.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo today, and his guest is singer, guitarist, writer and TV presenter Brix Smith Start. She was born in LA as Laura Elisse Salenger, but changed her name to Brix after the 1980 Clash song, The Guns of Brixton. She also married The Fall's Mark E Smith and joined the band in 1983. She was also in Courtney Love's band Hole for a day (!), toured with The Bangles, and now runs a fashion boutique with her husband Philip Smart. She's here to talk in more detail about her memoirs.

But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Bryan Ferry, who's marking 40 years as a singer and songwriter by rearranging his own compositions and have them performed in a 1920s style by his very own jazz orchestra.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie's guest today is singer-songwriter Bryan Ferry. Famous for being the frontman of art-rockers Roxy Music, he's here to talk about his new solo studio album, which features a diverse range of musicians from Johnny Marr, Chic's Nile Rodgers and Marcus Miller to Ronnie Spector, Flea and Maceo Parker.

Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo, with singer Bryan Ferry. The Roxy Music frontman chats to Mark about his latest album and upcoming tour. And if that wasn't enough, there are the trusty show staples, the never-ending Chain of records (now up to over 5000 linked tracks WITHOUT A REPEAT) and the office party game favourite, Teatime Themetime (guess the link for extra workplace kudos).

Mark and Stuart are joined by singer Bryan Ferry. The former Roxy Music frontman chats to Mark about his latest album, which features a track by Johnny Marr. And if that wasn't enough, there are the trusty show staples, the never-ending Chain of records (now up to over 5000 linked tracks WITHOUT A REPEAT) and the office party game favourite, Teatime Themetime (guess the link for extra workplace kudos).

More music-based shenanigans from the Afternoon Minstrels of Rock, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie, balladeering for your listening pleasure from 1-4pm. Today's guest is Scottish composer and singer-songwriter C Duncan. C 'Christopher' Duncan's music has been featured on various television programmes, including BBC's Waterloo Road and have been performed by the Icebreaker Ensemble and the Sirens of Titan choir. He is currently signed to Fat Cat Records and is here to chat about his latest album. Also you, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark and Stuart are joined in the studio by Manchester-based five piece, Cabbage. Possibly the best band to be named after a popular member of the Brassica family, Cabbage describe themselves at serving up an idiosyncratic, satirical attack in the form of discordant neo post-punk.

With The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Mark and Stuart are joined by author and journalist Caitlin Moran. She became a columnist for the Times aged 16, and wrote for the Melody Maker (admiring her erstwhile NME writer Stuart Maconie from afar). Her latest novel - How to Build a Girl - follows on from her previous works, How to Be a Woman and Moranthology, and is a coming of age story, described as 'The Bell Jar written by Rizzo from Grease, with a soundtrack by My Bloody Valentine and Happy Mondays'.

Mark and Stuart are joined by author and journalist Caitlin Moran. She became a columnist for the Times aged 16, and wrote for the Melody Maker (admiring her erstwhile NME writer Stuart Maconie from afar). Her latest novel - How to Build a Girl - follows on from her previous works, How to Be a Woman and Moranthology, and is a coming of age story, described as 'The Bell Jar written by Rizzo from Grease, with a soundtrack by My Bloody Valentine and Happy Mondays'.

Mark and Stuart's guest is punk pioneer and The Damned guitarist Captain Sensible.

Mark and Stuart are joined by film director Carol Morley. Best known for her semi-documentary Dreams of a Life starring Fresh Meat actress Zawe Ashton, she's here to talk about her upcoming film drama The Falling, which stars Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams and also Maxine Peake. And if that wasn't enough, there's the trusty show staple The Chain - where you, the actual listener, get the chance to link one track to the one before - and Teatime Themetime, for all your huddle-round-the-wireless-radio-quiz needs.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Film-maker and author Carol Morley, with a special appearance from Maxine Peake!. Carol, Best known for her semi-documentary Dreams of a Life starring Fresh Meat actress Zawe Ashton, and recent film drama The Falling, which stars Game of Thrones actress Maisie Williams and also Maxine Peake, she's here to talk about her new book.

PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Mark chats to Welsh singer-songwriter Cate Le Bon.

Mark chats to Welsh singer-songwriter Cate Le Bon.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo, but is joined by alt pop duo Cat's Eyes.

Plus your chance to appear on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo, but is joined by alt pop duo Cat's Eyes.

Plus your chance to appear on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Mark Radcliffe is joined by Chabuddy, Steves and Grindah of Kurupt FM.

Mark is joined by Chabuddy, Steves and Grindah from Kurupt FM (from BBC3's People Just Do Nothing)

Plus YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your choice of afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie present the 6000th link in The Chain! The Chain is a seemingly never-ending series of records, linked to one another by a musical connection WITH NO REPEATS! Since its inception back in 2007 on Radio 2, the Chain (first record: The Chain by Fleetwood Mac) has surpassed many an expectation, with its milestones as diverse as Chuck Berry - Memphis Tennessee (#1000), David Bowie - Fame (#2000), Dizzee Rascal- Bonkers (#3000), The Beatles - Dear Prudence (#4000) and ABBA - Dancing Queen (#5000), NEVER EVER REPEATING A RECORD and all suggested by the loyal Chain-loving listeners. So, why not put out the bunting, festoon the trestle tables with a selection of crisps and chocolate digestives and join us for this special day when the Chain reaches yet another milestone - plus we'll be joined by MC Gordon 'The Voice of the Chain' Burns to mark the special occasion.

Mark and Stuart talk to actor, comedian and author Charlie Higson.

Mark and Stuart talk to actor, comedian and author Charlie Higson

Stuart Maconie presents solo, joined by author, actor and comedian and writer, Charlie Higson. When he left university, he as singer in a pop group (The Higsons), before giving it up to become a painter and decorater. In partnership with Paul Whitehouse, he went on to create The Fast Show, and other TV shows like The Harry Enfield Television Programme, Shooting Stars, BBC's The Incredible Adventures of Professor Branestawn. His latest project is a TV adaptation of Jekyll and Hyde for ITV. starring Richard E Grant and Tom Bateman. He's here to talk more abou his latest book in his thiller series - The Enemy, which is about survival in a post-apocalyptic world.

PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Mark and Stuart's guests today are former Ash guitarist songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer Charlotte Hatherley, and hip-hop mixing wizard DJ Yoda. Charlotte's recently composed the soundtrack to a new short film, The Last Man (2014) and will play some of her scoring ahead of a live performance; and DJ Yoda, one of the world's finest manipulators of music and moving image, has teamed up with the British Film Institute (BFI) to create an audio-visual sci-fi masterpiece, which will be getting its premiere at the BFI's Sci-Fi project, based in London's South Bank.

And if you've ever fancied being on the radio - why not try and suggest the next link in the Chain? Or have a go at guessing the link in Teatime Themetime. GO ON, DO IT NOW.

Stuart presents solo, with Liverpool-based China Crisis. They were formed in 1979 in Kirkby, near Liverpool, Merseyside with a core of vocalist/keyboardist Gary Daly and guitarist Eddie Lundon. They were part of a wave of new Liverpool acts in the late 1970s and early 1980s, led by OMD and also including Echo and the Bunnymen, The Teardrop Explodes, A Flock of Seagulls and Frankie Goes to Hollywood.China Crisis had moderate success in the United Kingdom in the 1980s with five Top 40 singles and three Top 40 albums. They're back to chat to Stuart about their first studio album since 1994.

Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves.

Mark and Stuart are joined by actor and comedian Chris Barrie, talking about the return of Red Dwarf. Plus The Chain and Teatime Themetime for huddle-round-the-wireless good clean family fun.

Chris Difford and Glenn Tilbrook of Squeeze fame join Stuart to talk about their new tour. For the first time in almost 20 years, they will be heading out on the road as a duo with 'The At Odds Couple', that will see them present their songs and story in a unique way...

Chris 'The Hawk' Hawkins flies by to tell Stuart about his new show feature Best Song In The World Ever.

Intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Mark and Stuart with music, conversation and guests.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Radcliffe & Maconie and he is joined by Gaspard Auge and Xavier De Rosnay - aka French electronic duo Justice - who are chatting about their new single and current world tour.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Radcliffe & Maconie and he chats to electronic duo Justice.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Stuart and Mark, and he's joined by English band The Levellers, who are back out on the road for a string of European dates in April and May.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Stuart and Mark, and is joined by English band The Levellers.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Radcliffe and Maconie and today he joined by the comedian, actress and musician Isy Suttie.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie and is joined by Isy Suttie.

It's Chris Hawkin's last afternoon stint, before returning to early mornings on 6 Music, and Kaiser Chiefs pop by to chat to him mid-tour.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie and is joined by Kaiser Chiefs

The Hawk flies in to provide cover whilst both Stuart and Mark are away.

The Hawk flies in to provide cover while Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe are away.

for Radcliffe and Maconie. He presents a New Year's Eve Ring-Around featuring Shaun Keaveny, Gideon Coe, Simon Kaiser Chiefs, and Ren Harvieu.

for Radcliffe and Maconie. Today he's joined by 6 Music's newest recruit, Mary Anne Hobbs who will present the all new Weekend Breakfast Show on Saturdays and Sundays from 7am.

for Radcliffe and Maconie. Today he's joined today by actor Stephen Tompkinson.

Chris Hawkins concludes his week covering for Radcliffe and Maconie by chatting to Merseyside four piece Wave Machines.

for Radcliffe and Maconie with music and chat.

Brian Briggs of Oxford-based indie folkers Stornaway joins Chris Hawkins on the phone from Newbury.

for Mark and Stuart, and today he chats to writer Matt Rudd on his new book, The English: A Field Guide.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie wrestling on audio hearthrug for your delectation all afternoon.

Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie wrestling on audio hearthrug for your delectation all afternoon.

Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Chris Hawkins swoops down the Radmac chimney to keep Mark and Stuart's toys warm over the Christmas and New Year week. With traditional features The Chain and Teatime Themetime to keep you entertained.

Chris Hawkins swoops down the Radmac chimney to keep Mark and Stuart's toys warm over the Christmas and New Year week. With traditional features The Chain and Teatime Themetime to keep you entertained.

Chris Hawkins - in for Radcliffe and Maconie - is joined in the studio by Mary Epworth, The Young Knives and Kiran Leonard.

Chris Hawkins - in for Radcliffe and Maconie - is joined in the studio by Mary Epworth, The Young Knives and Kiran Leonard.

All hail the New Year! 6 Music's Early Breakfast host Chris Hawkins sits in for Mark and Stuart, and asks for your New Year's Revolutions.

Award winning playwright Simon Stephens joins Chris Hawkins to talk about his stage adaptation of Mark Haddon's book The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. The story centres around Christopher Boone, a boy who describes himself as "a mathematician with some behavioural difficulties". It follows him as he investigates the murder of his neighbour's dog.

Chris Hawkins brings all the regular Radcliffe and Maconie fare during his tenure, lots of new tunes, chat, The Chain and guess-the-link-in-the-three-tracks Teatime Themetime.

Award winning playwright Simon Stephens joins Chris Hawkins to talk about his stage adaptation of Mark Haddon's book The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. The story centres around Christopher Boone, a boy who describes himself as a mathematician with some behavioural difficulties. It follows him as he investigates the murder of his neighbour's dog.

Chris Hawkins brings all the regular Radcliffe and Maconie fare during his tenure, lots of new tunes, chat, The Chain and guess-the-link-in-the-three-tracks Teatime Themetime.

6 Music's Chris 'Early Breakfast' Hawkins keeps the nest warm for Mark and Stuart, with regular Radcliffe and Maconie features The Chain and Teatime Themetime. PLUS lots of Glastonbury live music highlights!

for Mark and Stuart and is joined by one of his favourite bands, Slow Readers Club. Plus you'll be treated to the usual Radcliffe and Maconie features including The Chain and Teatime Themetime, it's like your usual box of chocolates but in new packaging!

Chris Hawkins is swooping down the Radmac chimney to keep Mark and Stuart's toys warm over the Christmas and New Year week. With traditional features The Chain and Teatime Themetime to keep you entertained.

Chris Hawkins is swooping down the Radmac chimney to keep Mark and Stuart's toys warm over the Christmas and New Year week. With traditional features The Chain and Teatime Themetime to keep you entertained.

Chris Hawkins, in for Mark and Stuart, sees out 2015 with Frank Turner and psychedelic folk rock band The Sundowners.

Chris Hawkins, in for Mark and Stuart, sees out 2015 with Frank Turner and psychedelic folk rock band The Sundowners.

All hail the New Year! 6 Music's Early Breakfast host Chris Hawkins sits in for Mark and Stuart. The last hour of the show is a Three For All! Chris will be playing YOUR requests from 3pm. Plus join in with usual Radcliffe and Maconie feature The Chain to ease that New Year's Eve Party headache...

for Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe with tunes and chat in between.

for Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe with tunes and chat in between.

for Stuart Maconie and Mark Radcliffe with tunes and chat in between.

Andy from Liverpool band Outfit joins Chris Hawkins, ahead of their appearance at the first 6 Music Festival.

Chris sits in for Radcliffe and Maconie and is joined by Belle Ghoul and Chris Wait.

6 Music's Early Breakfast host Chris 'The Hawk' Hawkins feathers the Radcliffe and Maconie nest today. His guest today is writer, composer and founding member of The The, Matt Johnson, who's here to talk all things film music. PLUS Chris continues the never-ending Chain, where you can suggest the next record to follow the last AND Teatime Themetime! What a Good Friday this will be.

Chris 'Early Breakfast' Hawkins sits in for Mark and Stuart, and is joined by singer-songwriters Hollie

Cook and Mary Epworth. They've just returned from the Liverpool International Festival, where they've made a live recording using traditional and new technology at St George's Hall, alongside other performers such as Boy George, Tim Burgess and Level 42's Mark King, amongst others. Hollie Cook's a London-based singer songwriter of 'tropical pop', who was part of the recent lineup of post-punk proto-Riot Grrl band The Slits and was a support act for the recent Stone Roses' reunion shows, and Norfolk-based Mary Epworth lists traditional English song, 60s west coast psychedelia and Greek prog rock as her influences. Join Chris to hear them - and hopefully a snippet of their performance last night! - on the show, alongside Radmac staple features The Chain and Teatime Themetime.

Chris 'Early Breakfast' Hawkins sits in for Mark and Stuart, and is joined by singer-songwriters Hollie

Cook and Mary Epworth. They've just returned from the Liverpool International Festival, where they've made a live recording using traditional and new technology at St George's Hall, alongside other performers such as Boy George, Tim Burgess and Level 42's Mark King, amongst others. Hollie Cook's a London-based singer songwriter of 'tropical pop', who was part of the recent lineup of post-punk proto-Riot Grrl band The Slits and was a support act for the recent Stone Roses' reunion shows, and Norfolk-based Mary Epworth lists traditional English song, 60s west coast psychedelia and Greek prog rock as her influences. Join Chris to hear them - and hopefully a snippet of their performance last night! - on the show, alongside Radmac staple features The Chain and Teatime Themetime.

The Hawk's guests flying by the studio today are Sheffield-based band, Reverend and the Makers.

Chris 'The Hawk' Hawkins sits in for Radcliffe and Maconie, with guest, ex-Babybird Stephen Jones.

6 Music Early Breakfast presenter Chris Hawkins sits in for Radcliffe and Maconie. He's joined by Oxford indie folk band, Stornoway. The band is named after the Scottish town in the Hebrides, which appears on all British televised weather reports and shipping forecasts. The band had never been to Stornoway when they decided to name themselves after the town. They're here to talk about their latest album, Bonxie, which is a Shetland name for the large seabird, Great Skua. SO - hear them talk to The Hawk today! PLUS all the usual Radmac gubbins of The Chain and Teatime Themetime for your chance to get involved in today's show.

Chris Hawkins sits in for Radcliffe and Maconie and is joined by The Little Comets.

Chris 'The Early Breakfast Hawk' Hawkins stands in for Mark and Stuart, and comedian Tom Wrigglesworth is his guest today.

Chris 'The Early Breakfast Hawk' Hawkins stands in for Mark and Stuart, and comedian Tom Wrigglesworth is his guest today.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are by Chris Packham live from Suffolk. plus, a smorgasbord of music and wit make up your audio running buffet this afternoon. With The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

Stuart presents the show solo, with wildlife expert, photographer and author, Chris Packham. Chris joins us live from the Caerlaverock Wetland Centre near Dumfries, the venue for this year's Autumnwatch. Caerlaverock Wetland Centre is on the banks of the Solway Firth, the overwintering home for the entire population of 30,000 Svalbard barnacle geese. It's also one of only two places in the UK where you can find a tiny three-eyed prehistoric animal called a tadpole shrimp, or a triops, which is one of the oldest species in the world. The 1500 acre wetland site is managed by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT).

As well as this, there's the Chain, an ear-bothering array of splendid tunes and your chance for office victory by getting the link in the three records of Teatime Themetime before anyone in Accounts or HR.

Stuart presents the show solo, with wildlife expert, photographer and author, Chris Packham. Chris joins us live from the Caerlaverock Wetland Centre near Dumfries, the venue for this year's Autumnwatch. Caerlaverock Wetland Centre is on the banks of the Solway Firth, the overwintering home for the entire population of 30,000 Svalbard barnacle geese. It's also one of only two places in the UK where you can find a tiny three-eyed prehistoric animal called a tadpole shrimp, or a triops, which is one of the oldest species in the world. The 1500 acre wetland site is managed by the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust (WWT).

As well as this, there's the Chain, an ear-bothering array of splendid tunes and your chance for office victory by getting the link in the three records of Teatime Themetime before anyone in Accounts or HR.

joins Mark and Stuart to talk about the new series of Springwatch. PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

joins Mark and Stuart to talk about the new series of Springwatch. PLUS! What will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Legendary Pretenders frontwoman Chrissie Hynde joins Mark and Stuart to chat about her debut solo album. Stockholm' was recorded in Sweden with co-writer, guitarist and producer Bjorn Yttling (of Peter,Bjorn and John fame), and features Neil Young and tennis star John McEnroe. It follows on from the 2008 Pretenders album, Break Up the Concrete. Chrissie is best known as the leader of the rock/new wave band the Pretenders. She is a singer, songwriter, and guitarist, and has been the only constant member of the band throughout its history.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - a cosmopolitan smorgasbord of music and wit to make up your audio running buffet this afternoon! With guest, The Pretenders' Chrissie Hynde. Inspired by hippie counter-culture, she worked in London with Malcolm McLaren and Vivienne Westwood at their punk-themed clothing store, SEX in London. In 1978, she formed her own band, The Pretenders, with Pete Farndon, James Honeyman-Scott and Martin Chambers. As singer, songwriter and guitarist, she has been the only constant member of the band throughout its history. She has also released a number of hits with other musicians including Frank Sinatra and UB40. Hynde and The Pretenders were inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2005. She's here to chat about her tales of life with the band.

As well as that, you can try and actually BE on the show by suggesting a track that's not yet been on long-running show feature The Chain OR pit your wits against the rest of the office/listening stronghold by trying to be first to guess the link between the three records in Teatime Themetime.

BACK OF THE NET! Frying solo at the chip pan of 6Music this afternoon it's Mark Radcliffe! Retrieving the finest battered musical titbits for you, the noble listener.

Plus there's the Chain - a veritable buffet of tracks all linked somehow by YOU - and also a Teatime Themetime, where you must try and be the first to guess what connects the first record to the next too.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo, with guests, Lauren and Iain from Scottish electronic band Chvrches. They're from Glasgow, and formed in 2011, and we were ranked fifth on the BBC's Sound of 2013 list of the most promising musical talent. They list influences such as diverse as Throbbing Gristle, Prince, Laurie Anderson, Kate Bush, Cyndia Lauper and Elliot Smith, and they join Mark in the studio, mid-tour.

With The Chain and Teatime Themetime to complete your afternoon listening delight.

, actress and former singer with Altered Images, talks to Mark and Stuart about her recently restored and re-released film Gregory's Girl. It stars Clare Grogan along with John Gordon-Sinclair and Dee Hepburn and won a BAFTA for best screenplay when it was released in 1981. It was also nominated for best film and best director.

Stuart presents the show solo, and is joined by singer, actress and writer Clare Grogan. Best known for her role in Gregory's Girl and 80s band Altered Images, she's written a new book for children, and she'll chat to Stuart about kids books. PLUS a whole heap more stuff. Like, what will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Stuart presents the show solo, and is joined by singer, actress and writer Clare Grogan. Best known for her role in Gregory's Girl and 80s band Altered Images, she's written a new book for children, and she'll chat to Stuart about kids books. PLUS a whole heap more stuff. Like, what will feature on The Chain today? And who's going to be first to guess the link between all 3 records on Teatime Themetime? YOU DECIDE.

Mark presents the show solo, with Inspiral Carpets' Clint Boon popping by the Megacity Towers.

Stuart presents the show solo, and chats to singer Clint Boon from Inspiral Carpets about their new album.

Stuart Maconie: the twinkly of rough-hewn radio, broadcasting aural diamonds for your delectation all afternoon. He's joined by fellow broadcaster Clive James, best known for his autobiographical series Unreliable Memoirs, his chat shows and documentaries on British television and for his prolific journalism. He has lived and worked in the United Kingdom since 1962, after moving here from Australia. He's here to talk about his latest book.

Plus The Chain and Teatime Themetime for huddle-round-the-wireless good clean family fun.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie chat to Wire frontman Colin Newman who's reissuing three of his solo records from the early 1980s. Born in Salisbury, he formed Wire in 1976 which means the band are celebrating their 40th anniversary this year.

Not enough for you? Well there's also trusty staple The Chain to keep you going. And there's Tea Time Them Time, a daily quiz where you guess the link between three songs.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie chat to Wire frontman Colin Newman who's reissuing three of his solo records from the early 1980s. Born in Salisbury, he formed Wire in 1976 which means the band are celebrating their 40th anniversary this year.

Not enough for you? Well there's also trusty staple The Chain to keep you going. And there's Tea Time Them Time, a daily quiz where you guess the link between three songs.

Mark presents solo and is joined by Colin Newman and Graham Lewis of post-punk group Wire to chat about their new mini album Nocturnal Koreans. Formed in London in 1976 this year marks their 40th anniversary. Their last album, their fourteenth and self-titled was part of the genesis for this new work as the 8 tracks were originally conceived during those sessions. They talk to Mark just before their headline set at ATP Festival in Manchester the same night.

Also, Mark talks to musicologist Sid Griffin about Prince, reflecting on his career and playing a varied selection of brilliant Prince hits.

And that's not all folks, there'll be tunes, chat and your good friends The Chain and Teatime Themetime to amuse you through to the weekend.

Mark and Stuart are joined by Colin Newman of post-punk band Wire, to talk about their latest eponymous album. Wire, who formed in 1976, were originally associated with the punk rock scene, appearing on the Roxy London WC2 album - a key early document of the scene - and were later central to the development of post-punk. Recent performers at the 6 Music Festival in The Sage, Gateshead, their latest album sees them launch a new UK and US tour as well.

PLUS! If that wasn't enough, test your mettle as well as your kettle by finding the link between the records in Teatime Themetime, and why not try to get the next record of your choice on The Chain?

Mark and Stuart talk to comedian Bill Bailey.

Mark and Stuart talk to comedian Bill Bailey

Stuart Maconie presents solo today, with an All-You-Can-Hear running audio buffet of delights from 1 til 4pm. His guest today is the comedian David Baddiel. Born in New York, he came to Britain when he was four months old. He's since written four novels, starred in The Mary Whitehouse Experience, Fantasy Football League with Frank Skinner and is also a massive Genesis fan! He's here to talk about his latest tour.

But what's for sure is that YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your choice of afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime. Plus Music News, bringing you stories of the latest happenings in the music world.

Mark Radcliffe presents the show solo today, joined by guest comedian Ed Byrne. Recently appearing on The Comic Relief Bake Off 2015 and BBC2's Dara and Ed's Big Adventure alongside Dara o'Briain, he's going back up to the Edinburgh Fringe where it all began for him 20 years ago and will here to talk all things comedy.

Plus attempt to get your dulcet tones on the DAB airwaves by suggesting what track follows what, in trusty all-round good egg The Chain - or gather your friends around the wireless for some Teatime Themetime fun times by guessing the link between three records. What ARE you waiting for?!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie bring their show to 6 Music.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo today, like a mysterious voyager travelling through 6 Music space. His guest today is comedian Mark Watson. Mark Watson's a regular on the comedy circuit, having previously adopted a Welsh accent to do his routine as it made him 'more comfortable to be talking in a voice that I didn't quite recognise as my own'. He's also adapted Dylan Thomas' A Child's Christmas in Wales for BBC Television, and has written 5 novels! And he loves 6Music and last spoke to Mark as part of the last 6Music Festival from Bristol.

Plus YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie present their all-you-can-hear running buffet of audio delights.

Mark and Stuart's guest will be Conor O'Brien from the band Villagers. He'll be dropping by the Radmac studio and chatting about his new album, Where Have You Been All My Life?

Mark and Stuart's guest will be Conor O'Brien from the band Villagers. He'll be dropping by the Radmac studio and chatting about his new album, Where Have You Been All My Life?

Marking the 50th anniversary of the infamous Bob Dylan 'Judas' gig at Manchester's Free Trade Hall, Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by author - and gig attendee - CP Lee. On 17th May 1966 Bob Dylan, at the height of his popularity, plugged in an electric guitar on stage at Manchester's Free Trade Hall, pleasing some but outraging many and causing one heckler at the gig to shout 'JUDAS!' Writer CP Lee was at the gig that night and he talks to Mark and Stuart about his memories of the gig, the effect of Dylan going electric and the event's historical and cultural significance.

CP Lee is the author of 'Like The Night (Bob Dylan and the Road to the Manchester Free Trade Hall) which chronicles Dylan's controversial electric tour. He is also involved in the celebrations organised by Manchester District Music Archive, which will mark the anniversary of the gig with a tribute concert 50 years on.

And that's not all, there's The Chain and Teatime Themetime as your chance to get involved in this afternoon's delight.

joins Mark and Stuart ahead of his special live Funk and Soul show from Liverpool that evening, which is part of the International Mersey Riverside Festival.

Tall ships, a pile of barges plus the Music on the Waterfront gigs will take place from the evening of Friday 13 to Sunday 15 June, described by Liverpool City Council as a celebration of all things maritime and music.

Craig Charles is looking after the show for two days only. Today he's joined by the soulful singer Alice Russell who's recorded with the likes of Massive Attack, The Nextmen and Quantic.

6 Music's Funkmeister General, Craig Charles, sits in for Mark and Stuart. He chats to Joey Negro about his new album with the Sunburst Band.

for Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie with intelligent music, conversation and a variety of guests every weekday afternoon.

Craig Charles sits in with a plethora of fine spooky tunes here on 666Music... No rotten apples in this bobbing pail! With the Chain - ONLY HALLOWEEN RELATED TUNES ALLOWED - and a Screamtime Themetime to keep you entertained around the witching hours of erm, 1 and 4pm.

Craig Charles sits in with a plethora of fine spooky tunes here on 666Music... No rotten apples in this bobbing pail! With the Chain - ONLY HALLOWEEN RELATED TUNES ALLOWED - and a Screamtime Themetime to keep you entertained around the witching hours of erm, 1 and 4pm.

Crime writer Val McDermid (well-known for her Wire in the Blood TV series) speaks to Mark and Stuart about her latest novel Cross and Burn.

It's the two Radcliffes! Mark presents the show solo, joined by actor Daniel Radcliffe, who's here to talk about his latest film. Well known for being Harry Potter, he's also starred in the film horror The Woman in Black and taken to the stage for Equus and The Cripple of Inishmaan. His latest film What If takes him to playing a romantic lead alongside actress Zoe Kazan. The other Radcliffe (Mark) will no doubt ask him about his music tastes (he's a bit of a Real Estate and Kasabian fan it appears) as well as continuing with show staples, the never-ending Chain of records (now up to about 4600 linked tracks WITHOUT A REPEAT) and the office party game favourite, Teatime Themetime (guess the link for extra workplace kudos).

With a Dark Side of the Moon/Pink Floyd montage ahead of tonight's drama on Radio 2 - with an exclusive snippet.

Mark and Stuart have a 'Christmas Gift For You' this Boxing Day... singer Darlene Love will join them to discuss her music career and her work on the legendary Phil Spector Christmas album. In the 1960s, Darlene was one of the key vocalists of producer Phil Spector's famous 'Wall Of Sound'. She features heavily on the acclaimed festive compilation 'A Christmas Gift For You From Phil Spector' with solo songs including Christmas (Baby Please Come Home), Winter Wonderland and Marshmallow World.

As the lead singer of The Blossoms, she has provided backing vocals to Tom Jones, Dionne Warwick, Marvin Gaye and Elvis Presley, to name just a few. She also featured in the 2013 Oscar-winning documentary '20 Feet From Stardom' which explores the world of backing singers.

With her Christmas hits now a soundtrack to the holiday season and her annual Christmas performances on the David Letterman TV show, Darlene is known in the USA as the 'Queen of Christmas'.

Despite not always getting credit for her work (it is, in fact, her voice on The Crystals' hit 'He's A Rebel') Darlene - following an epiphany moment while working as a maid in Beverley Hills - has seen somewhat of a career resurgence as a solo singer in recent years.

She was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2011, counts Bruce Springsteen among her many fans, and has appeared in all four Lethal Weapon movies!

Also on this festive RadMac show, Mark and Stuart catch up with Sheffield's leading slippers-wearer and iconic cabaret artiste John Shuttleworth, to find out what he's up to this Boxing Day. The 'Two Margarines On The Go' hitmaker also performs a special festive ditty for voice and keyboards.

They also hear from Madrid-based indie four-piece Hinds about Christmas traditions in Spain.

Plus there's a choice selection of music, merriment, festive banter AND a special seasonal Tea Time Theme Time.

Dave 1 of Canadian electrofunk duo Chromeo, known to his friends as David Macklovitch, chats to Mark and Stuart about their latest tour, festival appearances and album. The album, White Women, features guest appearances by Ezra Koenig of Vampire Weekend and Toro Y Moi. David met Patrick Gemayel (P-Thugg) while at college in Montreal and released their first album in 2004.

Mark Radcliffe presents solo and is joined by comedian Dave Gorman.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by comedian Dave Gorman.

It's Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie, 6 Music's pop pixies, here to take you on a melodic journey down to their very own radio vegetable patch. Dig up sweet-sounding songs for them on The Chain or guess the link between three tunes in their fabled feature Tea Time Theme Time.

Mark presents the show solo and talks to DJ Dave Haslam. His latest book Life After Dark charts the history of British nightclubs and music venues all the way from Victorian dance halls via jazz halls, mod basement dives, acid house, raves in Stoke-on-Trent and beyond.

With their trusty never-ending feature The Chain, which links together one record to another using YOUR suggestions.... And also Teatime Themetime, when you pit your musical wits to be first past that Chocolate Bourbon post and gain glory round the biscuit barrel.

Mark presents the show solo and talks to DJ Dave Haslam. His latest book Life After Dark charts the history of British nightclubs and music venues all the way from Victorian dance halls via jazz halls, mod basement dives, acid house, raves in Stoke-on-Trent and beyond.

With their trusty never-ending feature The Chain, which links together one record to another using YOUR suggestions.... And also Teatime Themetime, when you pit your musical wits to be first past that Chocolate Bourbon post and gain glory round the biscuit barrel.

Mark presents the show solo and is joined by comedian David Baddiel.

Stand-up comedian turned author David Baddiel drops by Radcliffe and Maconie to talk about his first ever children's book The Parent Agency. It's the story of a boy who makes a wish that children get to choose their parents. He was inspired by a conversation he had with his 9-year old son, Ezra.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie welcome comedian David Baddiel. Born in New York, he came to Britain when he was four months old. He's since written four novels, starred in The Mary Whitehouse Experience, Fantasy Football League with Frank Skinner and is also a massive Genesis fan.

All that and Teatime Themetime, when you guess the link between 3 tunes and lots of splendid music to accompany you through the afternoon till Steve Lamacq o'clock. Apart from that - you just sit back and enjoy the music, mate.

Former Talking Heads singer David Byrne chats to Mark and Stuart about his musical with Fatboy Slim AKA Norman Cook called Here Lies Love. The production premiered in New York in 2013 and traces the journey of Imelda Marcos, First Lady of the Philippines, centring on her life in the lead up to her family's exile in Hawaii. During the show, audience members are encouraged to dance with the actors during the performance.

Stuart Maconie presents the show, joined by writer and journalist David Cavanagh. He's here to talk about his new book about John Peel, which goes through his radio work show by show, and the playlists of the 300 shows John recorded.

Plus you could possibly gain victory during Teatime Themetime or try your chances on The Chain, where you yes YOU AT THE BACK might even get your voice on the actual 6 Music DABwaves!

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie: The Batman and Robin of afternoon radio. With guest, writer and journalist David Hepworth. David's been writing, broadcasting and speaking about music since the 70s. He was involved in the launch and/or editing of magazines like Smash Hits, Q, Mojo and The Word among many others, and he's here to talk about the music scene that exploded in 1971.

As well as that, YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Music journalist David Hepworth joins Mark Radcliffe to chat about his new book.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie - a cosmopolitan smorgasbord of music and wit to make up your audio running buffet this afternoon! Joined by record producer, DJ, composer and musician David Holmes. TheBelfast-based I Heard Wonders hitmaker is here to chat about his new project Unloved, which is David's collaboration project with film and TV composer Keefus Ciancia and singer songwriter Jade Vincent, who are based in Los Angeles.

Plus you can try and actually BE on the show by suggesting a track that's not yet been on long-running show feature The Chain OR pit your wits against the rest of the office/listening stronghold by trying to be first to guess the link between the three records in Teatime Themetime.

Mark and Stuart chat to actor David Mitchell about his new BBC Two sitcom Upstart Crow. He stars as William Shakespeare, yes him! It's part of the BBC Shakespeare Festival 2016 - a major season celebrating the genius of Shakespeare, 400 years after his death. He'll be joined by Harry Enfield who plays his father and Lisa Tarbuck plays his mum. David once worked in the cloakroom of Chris Evans' TFI Friday before forming a duo with Robert Webb. They later became the stars of the hit Channel 4 sitcom Peep Show.

As well as that, YOU, the actual listener, will have the chance to be on the wireless by taking part in the never-ending Chain of conjoined records - or huddle round the office DAB speaker with your favourite afternoon beverage to gain victory in today's Teatime Themetime.

Actor David Morrissey tells Stuart about his new BBC One drama, The 7.39.

Actor David Morrissey tells Stuart about his new BBC One drama, The 7.39.

Mark and Stuart are joined by actor and director David Morrissey. He's best known for his TV series The Walking Dead and Red Riding, as well as starring alongside Michael Sheen in the film The Deal, he's here to chat about his latest projects.

As well as this, there's the Chain, an ear-bothering array of splendid tunes and your chance for office victory by getting the link in the three records of Teatime Themetime before anyone in Accounts or HR.

Stuart presents solo and is joined by actor David Morrissey. Releasing his inner bombardier all afternoon from 1-4pm: it's Stuart Maconie, keeping you company in both home and workplace. AND you, yes YOU could get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today? Will it be Brian in Accounts or that one near the photocopier who never makes the tea? YOU DECIDE.

Stuart presents solo and is joined by actor David Morrissey. Releasing his inner bombardier all afternoon from 1-4pm: it's Stuart Maconie, keeping you company in both home and workplace. AND you, yes YOU could get a chance to get your dulcet tones on the actual 6 Music airwaves in the never-ending Chain feature - and who will be first to guess the Teatime Themetime link today? Will it be Brian in Accounts or that one near the photocopier who never makes the tea? YOU DECIDE.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie are joined by writer David Nicholls.

Mark Radcliffe and Stuart Maconie play the best new tunes and classic hits, plus regular features the Chain and Teatime Themetime. Actress and comedian Diane Morgan (aka Philomena Cunk) talks about forthcoming BBC Two programme Cunk on Shakespeare.

It's the last Mark and Stu show before Christmas, they're joined by Diane Morgan AKA Philomena Cunk who's chatting about her TV show Cunk On Christmas. Plus there'll be some warming festive music from The Unthanks.