BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend (previously known as One Big Weekend, and for 2012 as Radio 1's Hackney Weekend) is a music festival run by BBC Radio 1. It is held once a year, in a different location within the United Kingdom each time. It is the biggest free ticketed music event in Europe and always includes a host of new artists.
The festival is a spin-off of Radio 1's 'One Big Sunday', where every Sunday during July and August, a different town would host the roadshow, usually next to a beach or in a large park. These were also free, but non-ticketed.
Both the 'One Big Sunday' and 'One Big Weekend' events are successors to the Radio 1 Roadshow which toured the country during every summer from 1973 until the 1990s.
Originally a 'One Big Weekend' would run twice a year. The Saturday was dedicated to dance music and the Sunday to bands. But since 2005, the dance day has been replaced by a second day of bands. In 2005, the dance music took place on a second stage on the Saturday only and in 2006 it took place off site at a club on the Saturday night. The 'Saturday' of dance music was effectively reinstated for the 2013 event in Northern Ireland, but with the day of dance being held on the Friday of the weekend.
Highway Companion is the third solo album, and 14th overall, by AmericanmusicianTom Petty. It was first released in late July 2006 (see 2006 in music), and charted at #4 on the Billboard 200 album chart. The album was produced by former Traveling Wilburys bandmate Jeff Lynne, who also produced Petty’s highly acclaimed first solo album, Full Moon Fever, as well as the Heartbreakers' next album Into the Great Wide Open. Petty released the album through Rick Rubin's American Recordings label and Warner Bros. Records, where Petty has had a record contract since his second solo album, Wildflowers (which was produced by Rubin). The tracks "Saving Grace" and "Big Weekend" were released July 4, 2006 on the iTunes Music Store. It ended up being Petty's only album for American Recordings, as that label moved to Columbia Records distribution in 2007; Warner Bros. retained the rights to Petty, eventually reassigning him to subsidiary label Reprise Records.
A streaming version of the album was available on numerous websites before its release. The iTunes release of the album contained extras: a live version of "Saving Grace", the video for "Saving Grace" and an interactive media booklet.
Sabrina Carpenter - Espresso (Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024)
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Sabrina Carpenter performs Espresso at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh
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published: 26 May 2024
Coldplay - Hymn For The Weekend (Radio 1's Big Weekend 2016)
Coldplay performs Hymn For The Weekend at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2016.
Visit the Radio 1 Big Weekend website for more videos and photos: http://www.bbc.co.uk/bigweekend
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published: 29 May 2016
Big Weekend
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Big Weekend · Tom Petty
Highway Companion
℗ 2006 Abstract Recordings and Warner Records Inc.
Unknown: Brian Gardner
Bass Guitar: Jeff Lynne
Rhythm Guitar: Jeff Lynne
Keyboards: Jeff Lynne
Producer: Jeff Lynne
Backing Vocals: Jeff Lynne
Lead Guitar: Mike Campbell
Additional Producer: Mike Campbell
Unknown: Ryan Ulyate
Unknown: Ryan Ulyate
Drums, Harmonica: Tom Petty
Rhythm Guitar: Tom Petty
Additional Producer: Tom Petty
Lead Vocals: Tom Petty
Backing Vocals: Tom Petty
Writer: Tom Petty
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published: 19 May 2015
Ed Sheeran - Shape of You (The Biggest Weekend)
Ed Sheeran performs Shape of You at The Biggest Weekend. Visit the Biggest Weekend website for more videos and photos: www.bbc.co.uk/biggestweekend
Sabrina Carpenter joins Coldplay to perform Magic at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh/
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published: 27 May 2024
George Ezra - Green Green Grass (Big Weekend 2022)
George Ezra performs Green Green Grass at Big Weekend 2022. Visit the Big Weekend 2022 website for more videos and photos: https://www.bbc.co.uk/events/ebrp8g
published: 29 May 2022
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The 1975 - About You (Radio 1's Big Weekend 2023)
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The 1975 perform About You at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2023.
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Safety Tips for Opening Weekend
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Your safety is our top priority—please stick to designated open runs at all times. Be sure to review the Alpine Responsibility Code before visiting. These essential rules are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone on the terrain.
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Sabrina Carpenter performs Espresso at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co...
Warning: Contains flashing images
Sabrina Carpenter performs Espresso at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh
Listen to sets and highlights on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m001z7w0
Follow all on social @BBCRadio1 / @BBCR1
Warning: Contains flashing images
Sabrina Carpenter performs Espresso at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh
Listen to sets and highlights on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m001z7w0
Follow all on social @BBCRadio1 / @BBCR1
Coldplay performs Hymn For The Weekend at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2016.
Visit the Radio 1 Big Weekend website for more videos and photos: http://www.bbc.co.uk/b...
Coldplay performs Hymn For The Weekend at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2016.
Visit the Radio 1 Big Weekend website for more videos and photos: http://www.bbc.co.uk/bigweekend
GUIDANCE: Contains flashing images
Coldplay performs Hymn For The Weekend at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2016.
Visit the Radio 1 Big Weekend website for more videos and photos: http://www.bbc.co.uk/bigweekend
GUIDANCE: Contains flashing images
Provided to YouTube by American Recordings
Big Weekend · Tom Petty
Highway Companion
℗ 2006 Abstract Recordings and Warner Records Inc.
Unknown: Brian Gardn...
Provided to YouTube by American Recordings
Big Weekend · Tom Petty
Highway Companion
℗ 2006 Abstract Recordings and Warner Records Inc.
Unknown: Brian Gardner
Bass Guitar: Jeff Lynne
Rhythm Guitar: Jeff Lynne
Keyboards: Jeff Lynne
Producer: Jeff Lynne
Backing Vocals: Jeff Lynne
Lead Guitar: Mike Campbell
Additional Producer: Mike Campbell
Unknown: Ryan Ulyate
Unknown: Ryan Ulyate
Drums, Harmonica: Tom Petty
Rhythm Guitar: Tom Petty
Additional Producer: Tom Petty
Lead Vocals: Tom Petty
Backing Vocals: Tom Petty
Writer: Tom Petty
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Provided to YouTube by American Recordings
Big Weekend · Tom Petty
Highway Companion
℗ 2006 Abstract Recordings and Warner Records Inc.
Unknown: Brian Gardner
Bass Guitar: Jeff Lynne
Rhythm Guitar: Jeff Lynne
Keyboards: Jeff Lynne
Producer: Jeff Lynne
Backing Vocals: Jeff Lynne
Lead Guitar: Mike Campbell
Additional Producer: Mike Campbell
Unknown: Ryan Ulyate
Unknown: Ryan Ulyate
Drums, Harmonica: Tom Petty
Rhythm Guitar: Tom Petty
Additional Producer: Tom Petty
Lead Vocals: Tom Petty
Backing Vocals: Tom Petty
Writer: Tom Petty
Auto-generated by YouTube.
Sabrina Carpenter joins Coldplay to perform Magic at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes...
Sabrina Carpenter joins Coldplay to perform Magic at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh/
Listen to sets and highlights on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m001z7w0
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Sabrina Carpenter joins Coldplay to perform Magic at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh/
Listen to sets and highlights on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m001z7w0
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George Ezra performs Green Green Grass at Big Weekend 2022. Visit the Big Weekend 2022 website for more videos and photos: https://www.bbc.co.uk/events/ebrp8g
George Ezra performs Green Green Grass at Big Weekend 2022. Visit the Big Weekend 2022 website for more videos and photos: https://www.bbc.co.uk/events/ebrp8g
George Ezra performs Green Green Grass at Big Weekend 2022. Visit the Big Weekend 2022 website for more videos and photos: https://www.bbc.co.uk/events/ebrp8g
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The 1975 perform About You at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2023.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplay...
WARNING: CONTAINS FLASHING IMAGES
The 1975 perform About You at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2023.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh/
Listen to sets and highlights on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/b007m0y2
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Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh/
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The 1975 perform About You at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2023.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh/
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⛑️ The season kicks off this Friday, Nov 22! With prime early-season conditions, our Ski Patrol team is hard at work setting up the mountain! Please remember to...
⛑️ The season kicks off this Friday, Nov 22! With prime early-season conditions, our Ski Patrol team is hard at work setting up the mountain! Please remember to expect early-season conditions on Opening Day, with some alpine hazards still present.
Your safety is our top priority—please stick to designated open runs at all times. Be sure to review the Alpine Responsibility Code before visiting. These essential rules are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone on the terrain.
For more information on mountain safety, visit 👉 https://bit.ly/3ubNEgc
⛑️ The season kicks off this Friday, Nov 22! With prime early-season conditions, our Ski Patrol team is hard at work setting up the mountain! Please remember to expect early-season conditions on Opening Day, with some alpine hazards still present.
Your safety is our top priority—please stick to designated open runs at all times. Be sure to review the Alpine Responsibility Code before visiting. These essential rules are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone on the terrain.
For more information on mountain safety, visit 👉 https://bit.ly/3ubNEgc
Warning: Contains flashing images
Sabrina Carpenter performs Espresso at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh
Listen to sets and highlights on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m001z7w0
Follow all on social @BBCRadio1 / @BBCR1
Coldplay performs Hymn For The Weekend at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2016.
Visit the Radio 1 Big Weekend website for more videos and photos: http://www.bbc.co.uk/bigweekend
GUIDANCE: Contains flashing images
Provided to YouTube by American Recordings
Big Weekend · Tom Petty
Highway Companion
℗ 2006 Abstract Recordings and Warner Records Inc.
Unknown: Brian Gardner
Bass Guitar: Jeff Lynne
Rhythm Guitar: Jeff Lynne
Keyboards: Jeff Lynne
Producer: Jeff Lynne
Backing Vocals: Jeff Lynne
Lead Guitar: Mike Campbell
Additional Producer: Mike Campbell
Unknown: Ryan Ulyate
Unknown: Ryan Ulyate
Drums, Harmonica: Tom Petty
Rhythm Guitar: Tom Petty
Additional Producer: Tom Petty
Lead Vocals: Tom Petty
Backing Vocals: Tom Petty
Writer: Tom Petty
Auto-generated by YouTube.
Sabrina Carpenter joins Coldplay to perform Magic at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2024.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh/
Listen to sets and highlights on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/m001z7w0
Follow all on social @BBCRadio1 / @BBCR1 "=
George Ezra performs Green Green Grass at Big Weekend 2022. Visit the Big Weekend 2022 website for more videos and photos: https://www.bbc.co.uk/events/ebrp8g
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The 1975 perform About You at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2023.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh/
Listen to sets and highlights on BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/b007m0y2
Follow all on social @BBCR1" "The 1975 perform About You at Radio 1's Big Weekend 2023.
Watch more highlights on BBC iPlayer: https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episodes/p08d4zbh/
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⛑️ The season kicks off this Friday, Nov 22! With prime early-season conditions, our Ski Patrol team is hard at work setting up the mountain! Please remember to expect early-season conditions on Opening Day, with some alpine hazards still present.
Your safety is our top priority—please stick to designated open runs at all times. Be sure to review the Alpine Responsibility Code before visiting. These essential rules are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone on the terrain.
For more information on mountain safety, visit 👉 https://bit.ly/3ubNEgc
BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend (previously known as One Big Weekend, and for 2012 as Radio 1's Hackney Weekend) is a music festival run by BBC Radio 1. It is held once a year, in a different location within the United Kingdom each time. It is the biggest free ticketed music event in Europe and always includes a host of new artists.
The festival is a spin-off of Radio 1's 'One Big Sunday', where every Sunday during July and August, a different town would host the roadshow, usually next to a beach or in a large park. These were also free, but non-ticketed.
Both the 'One Big Sunday' and 'One Big Weekend' events are successors to the Radio 1 Roadshow which toured the country during every summer from 1973 until the 1990s.
Originally a 'One Big Weekend' would run twice a year. The Saturday was dedicated to dance music and the Sunday to bands. But since 2005, the dance day has been replaced by a second day of bands. In 2005, the dance music took place on a second stage on the Saturday only and in 2006 it took place off site at a club on the Saturday night. The 'Saturday' of dance music was effectively reinstated for the 2013 event in Northern Ireland, but with the day of dance being held on the Friday of the weekend.
There's some friends that I know Living in this town and I've come far to see them. Gonna track em' down. They live in a brick house painted white and brown. Left a tip for the maid and I packed up my guitar, dropped my key on the counter, rented a car. Gonna hook up with em' later and go hit the bars. I need a big weekend. Kick up the dust. Yeah a big weekend. If you don't run, you rust. Well I may shake your hand but I won't know your name. The joke in your language don't come out the same. There's times when I'm down and there's nothing to blame. I need a big weekend. Kick up the dust. Yeah a big weekend. If you don't run, you rust. I can work, I can travel, sleep anywhere, cross every border with nothing to declare. You can look back babe, but it's best not to stare. I need a big weekend. Kick up the dust. Yeah a big weekend.