I’m a Geordie journalist, radio host, writer, and musician working across music, audio, and cultural journalism. My work centres on art, class, place, ambition, and community.
Currently I am freelancing as a radio journalist with Bauer Media and as a music writer for a range of independent magazines. I am one of four fantastic women on the 2026 cohort of The F List x Youth Industry Network development project. Additionally, I sit as trustee on the charity board for AMP Music helping to oversee their strategising and governance decisions.
I graduated from the University of Leeds with a BJTC-accredited BA in Journalism (INT). My third year was spent on a study exchange programme at Australian National University, where I gained international newsroom experience as a radio news presenter at Capital Radio Newsroom.
My final project ‘Under Inked Skin’ won runner up at the BJTC Awards 2025 for Best Radio Documentary. The piece is an intimate dive into women’s relationship with tattoos- the celebratory, the rebellious, the medical, and even the regretful.
My work reflects a love for radio, music, investigative journalism, and telling stories that uplift community.
my current projects…
COMING SOON… 🎧 Jaded Radio
Jaded radio is an independent community radio station launching in January 2027. It is a digital broadcast hub and arts collective platforming Northern creative counter-culture through investigative journalism, curated music, and regional talent development. Backed by the PRS Foundation through the PPL Momentum Accelerator Scheme.
Follow us on Instagram to stay up to date with the launch!
🎸Alvo Jade
I’m the frontwoman and lead writer for ALVO JADE, original vintage rock band championing big noise, Northern twang, and classic fuzz. We have two EPs released on streaming, and we play live around the UK. We are most recently on Generator’s First Notes 2026 Cohort. Co-founder with drummer and producer Owen Jones.
Follow us on instagram, or listen now on Spotify.
Reese Wake 