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The Single Story: Episode 3

The Single Story

Episode 3

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David Quantick takes a look at the workings of the singles industry.

David Quantick continues his exploration of music's love affair with the 45 rpm single with a look at the workings of the singles industry.

David Quantick continues his exploration of our love affair with the 45 rpm single.

In programme three, David looks at the workings of the singles industry, exploring the studios that grew up to service the singles business, including The Brill Building, Motown and Stock, Aitken and Waterman's "hit factory". He also takes a look at the power of the DJ on the single.

First broadcast in 2009.

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David Quantick looks at the extraordinary impact of the 45rpm single.

David Quantick looks at the extraordinary impact the 45rpm single has had on the way people have listened to music over the last 60 years.

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