Ed Sheeran has led tributes to BBC Radio 1 DJ Zane Lowe, who's to present his final evening show on the station later today.

Zane Lowe

Zane Lowe

After 12 years as a DJ on the station, there's been an outpouring of support from acts he's supported throughout his career.

Ed tweeted: "Zane Lowe's last show on radio 1 today. I wouldn't be where I am without him and his support, good luck with everything man, and thank you x (sic)."

Plan B called him a "true champion of British music" meanwhile, whilst alt-J said he was "an early champion of our music and all round good bloke".

The DJ is leaving his position to move to Los Angeles where he'll take up a new role with Apple.

Professor Green wrote on his Instagram: "#thankszane Gonna miss @zanelowe mannnnnn one of my earliest supporters at @bbcr1 - even took me on tour back in 2006! Love bro xx (sic)."

Biffy Clyro added: "Big love to you brother.The airwaves will not be the same without you.You'll always be part of the Biffy family.#ThanksZane (sic)."

Zane - who has interviewed stars including Kanye West, Eminem and Jay Z on his show throughout the years - will be replaced by Annie Mac, who said she feels "excited and humbled" about the opportunity.


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