Jorja Smith, Chase & Status, Sam Smith headline Radio 1 Live Lounge

A new series of in‑studio recording sessions has been announced for next month, featuring a lineup that includes Jorja Smith, Rachel Chinouriri and the indie pop band Blossoms. The sessions, part of a broader initiative to showcase contemporary artists in a live‑recording format, will take place at the renowned Abbey Road Studios in London. Each artist will record a new track or a re‑imagined version of a popular song, with the sessions scheduled to air on the studio’s official YouTube channel and be streamed live across major music platforms.

Jorja Smith, known for her soulful blend of R&B and pop, will perform a fresh rendition of her hit “Blue Lights.” Rachel Chinouriri, a rising star in the UK’s soul scene, is slated to debut her latest single, while Blossoms will deliver a new acoustic set that highlights their signature jangly guitar sound. The event is organized by the studio’s in‑house production team in partnership with the artists’ record labels, aiming to provide fans with an intimate look at the creative process behind each track.

The series is expected to attract a wide audience of music enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. By offering a behind‑the‑scenes experience, the studio hopes to foster greater engagement with the artists’ work and showcase the evolving landscape of contemporary British music.