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Tears for Fears: Songs from the Big Chair

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD

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Documentary that explores the creation of the second album by Tears for Fears. Songs from the Big Chair took the gothic synth-pop foundations of the band and combined them with arena-ready anthems, leading to critical acclaim and three international hit singles, Mothers Talk, Shout and Everybody Wants to Rule the World.

This documentary, made with the full cooperation of the band, explores how the album was recorded and how the band left their indelible imprint on new wave music. Show less

Contributors

Interviewed Guest:
Roland Orzabal
Interviewed Guest:
Curt Smith
Interviewed Guest:
Ian Stanley
Interviewed Guest:
Chris Hughes
Interviewed Guest:
Dave Bascombe
Interviewed Guest:
Sylvie Simmons
Interviewed Guest:
Oleta Adams
Producer:
Celia Moore
Director:
George Scott

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