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John Peel Night

on BBC Two England

Jo Whiley introduces a special evening of programmes celebrating the 60th birthday of the Radio 1 DJ and Radio Times columnist.
Radio 1 pays its own tribute on Tuesday from 8pm.
See today's choices.
John Peel : page 9; Peeling back the years: page 22

9.00 Turn That Racket Down
John Peel is the undisputed pioneer of new and innovative music, credited with being the first to promote a range of successful bands - which he has done over the last 35 years - as well as having one of the most recognisable voices in the country. This film documents his life, past and present, with contributions from friends, colleagues and musicians. Director Kate Meynell ; Producer Alison Howe

10.05 Peel's Sounds of the Sixties and Seventies
John Peel's favourite classic clips including Pink Floyd , the Faces, David Bowie , Bob Marley and Joy Division. Subtitled .................

10.50 John Peel - TV Personality
A look back at some of his many BBC TV appearances, from The Goodies to Top of the Pops to Glastonbury.

11.10 Father and Son
A short film shot in Peel's house that explores his life as a father and a son.
Producer Mark Cooper

11.30 The Artist Formerly Known as Captain Beefheart
A documentary, introduced and narrated by John Peel , that examines the career of one of his favourite artists. Repeat
John Peel Night: Videoplus code for 9.00-12.30 (not PDC) ...............

Contributors

Introduces:
Jo Whiley
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John Peel
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John Peel
Director:
Kate Meynell
Producer:
Alison Howe
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Pink Floyd
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David Bowie
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Bob Marley
Producer:
Mark Cooper
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John Peel

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