Arielle Free

Arielle Free is a celebrated Scottish broadcaster and DJ, widely recognised for her role as the host of the early morning breakfast show on BBC Radio 1. A prominent tastemaker in the electronic music scene, she is known for championing emerging artists and delivering high-energy performances. Her work as a producer is equally notable, having collaborated with Bristol duo Mortimer and vocalist Joe Killington on the disco-inspired track Soul Full. Her versatility extends to television and digital media, where she has presented ITV’s Scrambled and the BBC Scotland singing dating programme Love Song. In the podcasting sphere, she has fronted major projects including the official Love Island podcast, Primark’s All Round Mine, and the popular BBC Sounds series Worst Dates. Additionally, she has shared her expertise as a host for prestigious events such as the British Academy Scotland Awards and the BAFTA Children’s Awards. A fixture at the UK’s premier music events, she has curated atmospheres at Glastonbury, Bestival, BST, and Reading. Clients book her for her unparalleled ability to connect with contemporary audiences and her reputation as an authoritative yet accessible voice in modern British music and broadcast culture. On stage, Arielle Free is best known for talks on Radio Presentation, Djing, Podcasting and Music Festivals. Audiences leave with a clear, practical view of the subject rather than a generic overview — every keynote is shaped around the brief and the room. Their work resonates with leaders across Entertainment and Music, where the themes translate directly into team decisions, customer experience and growth strategy. Arielle Free is regularly booked for Performers and Entertainer, adapting tone, length and format to suit the event — from a 20-minute opener to a full conference keynote with Q&A. Based in UK, Arielle Free travels internationally for engagements. To check availability or request a tailored brief for your event, send an enquiry and we'll come back with fees, dates and a short summary of how Arielle Free would approach your audience.