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Walk On By: the Story of Popular Song

on BBC Two England

Continuing the series on the evolution of popular music. Producer Pop. The late forties saw the emergence of a figure who would dominate the music business for the next 50 years - the record producer. People like Mitch Miller and Phil Spector , became all powerful, choosing not only the song but also the singer. A new generation of songwriters emerged and created classics like Will You Love Me
Tomorrow?and the most played song of the rock 'n' roll era You've Lost That Lovin' Feelin '. Contributors include
Burt Bacharach , Carole King and Neil Sedaka , who give their views and discuss their hits. See Choice
Director Peter Jamieson : Executive producer Michael Poole (S) (W) Music websites - Webwatch: page 45; the story behind the song Cold, Cold Heart- Music: page 46

Contributors

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Mitch Miller
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Phil Spector
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Burt Bacharach
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Carole King
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Neil Sedaka
Director:
Peter Jamieson
Producer:
Michael Poole

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