London could claim to be the capital of the world in 2012.
It will host the Olympics Games and mark the 60th year of the Queen's reign.

But away from the pomp and tradition, what is life like for the nearly eight million people who call it home?

This is another chance to hear the first three chapters of the London Chronicles.

The audio journeys by Francesca Panetta that lead you through the sounds, life and music on the streets of London.

This is London as you have never heard it before.

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The London Chronicles was produced and directed by Francesca Panetta.

For the BBC Pandita Louram, Xavier Zapata and Pearce Lynch. Edited by Fiona Crack.

(Image: Fireworks light up the London skyline and Big Ben just after midnight on 1 January 2012. Credit: Getty Images) Show less