Carnival on KISS XTRA
Celebrating Carnival, Culture & Community across August
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This August, KISS XTRA is bringing the sounds, culture and energy of Notting Hill Carnival to the airwaves with a month-long celebration packed with special programming, exclusive shows and DJ specials.
From Carnival-inspired mixes and Dancehall celebrations to live coverage straight from the streets of Notting Hill, KISS XTRA will be delivering the ultimate Carnival soundtrack all month long.
Whether you’re getting ready to hit the streets or soaking up the vibes from home, keep it locked to KISS XTRA for your Carnival fix.
KISS XTRA VERSE
Launching on Thursday 6th August from 7pm, KISS XTRA VERSE is a brand-new four-part series putting our KISS XTRA DJs head-to-head as they showcase their skills, knowledge and love for different genres.
Expect big tunes, serious skills and plenty of friendly competition.
But of course, there can only be one winner…
The ultimate KISS XTRA VERSE champion will be crowned at the end of the month in a carnival special the KISS XTRA Carnival Live Show on Monday 31st August, hosted by Craig Mitch and Pretty Hood.
DAVDA’S CARNIVAL SPECIAL SHOW
Kicking off Carnival weekend on-air, Davda will host a special Carnival-themed show celebrating the sounds and culture of the season.
Expect iconic Carnival anthems, big Dancehall sounds and a high-energy selection of tracks set to soundtrack Carnival this year, bringing the atmosphere straight to the airwaves.
Listen on Saturday 29th August from 7pm.
KISS XTRA CARNIVAL MONDAY LIVE
For the ultimate Carnival experience, KISS XTRA goes live on Carnival Monday with a special broadcast hosted by Craig Mitch and Pretty Hood.
Expect the biggest Carnival tracks, live updates from the streets of Notting Hill and all the energy, culture and atmosphere of Carnival, with Pretty Hood reporting live from the action and Craig Mitch holding it down in the studio.
The show will also see the announcement of the 2026 KISS XTRA VERSE winning team!
Listen on Monday 31st August from 1pm.
So, whether you're here for the culture, or the sounds, watch this space as KISS XTRA is bringing the Carnival energy all August long.
How to listen to KISS XTRA
You can listen online to KISS XTRA here, as well as on the free Rayo app.
You can also play our station via your Smart Speaker.
We're also on DAB+ in London too!