Organisers say they have lined up "some well-known speakers and live performances to create an air of festivity" in what is intended to be a celebration of 6 Music.

"What the BBC proposes is unacceptable," they add. "6 Music is the only place that caters for our diverse tastes; the only station where you will hear Howling Bells played back to back with Seasick Steve; The Isley Brothers leading into dEUS, Delphic, Yeasayer and all topped off with dash of ...