Vote Now for Radio X’s Best of British 500
Radio X is inviting music fans to participate in the “Best of British 500” poll, enabling listeners to rank the greatest British songs of all time. This major voting event will take place from Good Friday, April 3, to Easter Monday, April 6, 2026.
Participate in the Best of British 500
This Easter weekend, Radio X will present a countdown of the 500 most popular British songs as selected by listeners. Fans are encouraged to vote for their top five favorite tracks from a curated list.
Voting Details
- Voting Deadline: Vote before 23:59 BST on Sunday, March 29, 2026.
- How to Vote:
- Visit the Best of British mini-site.
- Select your top five tracks from the list provided.
- Enter your details to submit your vote.
Vote via Global Player
- Download the free Global Player app.
- Find Radio X in the “Live Radio” section.
- Select the Best of British option.
- Choose your favorites and submit your vote.
Previous Winners and Notable Entries
The Best of British series has seen significant winners over the years. In 2022, Sam Fender claimed victory with “Seventeen Going Under.” Oasis has won the title five times since 2016, notably for their iconic hits “Live Forever” and “Wonderwall.” Other noteworthy winners include Queen with “Bohemian Rhapsody,” which dominated the polls in 2017, 2019, and 2020.
Iconic British Artists
Voters will have a plethora of legendary musicians to choose from, spanning different eras:
