GLOBAL CREATIVE DIRECTOR

    ZANE
    LOWE

    Connecting the world's greatest artists with the fans who love them. The voice of new music.

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    ZANE LOWE'S PLAYLIST
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    Neon Horizons

    Neon Horizons

    Tame Impala

    02
    Fuego Nuevo

    Fuego Nuevo

    Rosalía

    03
    Golf Wang Anthem

    Golf Wang Anthem

    Tyler, The Creator

    THE BIOGRAPHY

    POP'S
    UNOFFICIAL
    THERAPIST

    From the pirate radio waves of Auckland to the global stage of Apple Music, Zane Lowe has spent three decades connecting artists with audiences.

    Known for his enthusiastic, high-octane broadcasting style and deep, empathetic interviewing technique, he has become the industry's most trusted voice. Whether breaking the "Hottest Record in the World" or sitting down for a two-hour conversation with Kanye West, Zane's mission remains simple: to celebrate the art of making music.

    Zane Lowe DJing
    LIVE AT COACHELLA
    1973

    ORIGINS

    Born in Auckland, New Zealand. Started his career as a presenter on Max TV and a member of the hip-hop group Breaks Co-Op.

    1997

    LONDON CALLING

    Relocated to the UK. Began hosting the Music Response show on XFM and became a key face of MTV News and Gonzo.

    2003

    THE BBC ERA

    Joined BBC Radio 1, redefining evening radio with his high-energy style, 'Hottest Record in the World' feature, and championing artists like Arctic Monkeys and Ed Sheeran.

    2015

    APPLE MUSIC

    Recruited by Apple to lead their new global radio station, Beats 1 (now Apple Music 1). Became the Global Creative Director and host of the flagship daily show.

    NOW

    THE VOICE OF MUSIC

    Continues to define music culture from Los Angeles, conducting career-defining interviews with the world's biggest artists.

    BBC Radio 1 Days

    ARCHIVE: LONDON, 2008

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