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1/2. Bob Harris presents a profile of James Taylor , perhaps the defining voice of America's singer/ songwriter movement of the early 1970s. The story begins in the late 60s, when Taylor's heroin addiction led to the 1970 breakthrough LP Sweet Baby James - and its huge hit Fire and Rain. Producer Anna Harrison

Contributors

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Bob Harris
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James Taylor
Producer:
Anna Harrison

3/6. John Dankworth pays tribute to vocalist Mel Torme.
Mel and Marty. This episode recalls Torme's work in the mid-1950s, including his successful partnership with arranger Marty Paich. With input from George Shearing, jazz archivist George Hulme, and critics Dave Gelly and Will Friedwald.

Contributors

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John Dankworth
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Mel Torme.
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Marty Paich.
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Dave Gelly

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