Mike Smith introduces 7: The Old Wave
The arrival of punk and new wave seemed to threaten the survival of rock's superstars.
However, artists such as Elton John , Paul McCartney and Genesis continued to enjoy massive success. This programme seeks to identify how such performers maintained their position at the top. Included are comments from Phil Collins ,
Paul McCartney , Roger Taylor of Queen, and Cliff Richard. Written and produced by KEVIN HOWLETT
Series consultant TIM BLACKMORE
Question: What's the connection between
Richard Skinner , David Bowie and Andy Batten-Foster ?
Answer: You'll find them all every week on Saturday
Live ... except for David Bowie. Producer MARK RADCLIFFE
featuring Marillion, recorded at the Odeon, Hammersmith
Introduced by Steve Blacknell Producer JEFF GRIFFIN
Including sessions from The Pogues and H2O
Producer PHIL WARD-LARGE