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Made of Sunderland

Sunderland is home to The Futureheads, Field Music, Olive, Gabrielles and many more. Emily Pilbeam meets Barry from The Futureheads and visits The Independent to find out more.

Barry from The Futureheads meets Emily Pilbeam to celebrate the music and culture of Sunderland. The Stadium of Light has played host to some huge acts like Bruce Springsteen and Bon Jovi and The Independent in the city centre is a beacon for new and up-and-coming artists in the north east and beyond. Emily meets Ben at The Independent and finds out about the famous blue pint.

With music from Sunderland's finest - Field Music, Frankie and The Heartbreakers, The Golden Virgins, Roxy Music, Olive, Emeli Sande, Gabrielles and new music from Tom A.Smith. Plus BBC Introducing's Shakk is providing top tips for new artists to look out for.

Produced in Birmingham by True Thought Productions for BBC Radio 6 Music Indie Forever.

Release date:

2 hours

On radio

Tuesday 20:00

Broadcasts

  • Tuesday 20:00
  • Thu 19 Nov 2026 20:00