Since the 1980s, Gilles Peterson has been a pivotal figure in the global club scene, renowned for his genre-defying approach to music, with jazz at its core. One of the UK’s most influential DJs, Peterson has spent over 40 years shaping musical culture as a radio presenter, club DJ, producer, and festival curator. His work has influenced generations of DJs and artists worldwide, earning him lasting respect from audiences across the globe. He currently hosts a flagship weekend programme on BBC Radio 6 Music and, in 2016, launched his independent online radio platform, Worldwide FM. Peterson is also the founder of the Worldwide Festival in the South of France and the We Out Here festival in the UK. As a label owner, he remains committed to discovering and championing emerging talent through Brownswood Recordings, consistently introducing new voices to the global stage. In addition to his broadcasting and curatorial work, Peterson published his first book, Lockdown FM: Broadcasting in a Pandemic, further cementing his status as a multifaceted and influential cultural tastemaker.