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Paul Sexton tells the rather sad tale of Northern Songs, the publishing company set up in 1963 by Dick James and Beatles manager Brian Epstein to publish the songs of Lennon and McCartney. In 1969 ATV bought the goldmine songbook, but without the knowledge of the songwriters. Wealthy entertainer Michael Jackson then purchased the package in the mid-80s. The programme gets the story from songwriters Tony Hatch and Graham Gouldman , lawyer Michael Eaton , author Brian Southall and Paul Russell , who worked with Jackson when he bought the catalogue. Producer Paul Sexton

Contributors

Unknown:
Paul Sexton
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Dick James
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Brian Epstein
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Michael Jackson
Songwriters:
Tony Hatch
Songwriters:
Graham Gouldman
Unknown:
Michael Eaton
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Brian Southall
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Paul Russell
Producer:
Paul Sexton

New series 1/6. Soul-influenced singer Beverley Knight shares her passion for choral, barbershop, a cappella and R&B singing in another series showcasing top acts from around the world. The series starts with guest Mavis Staples , whose new album chronicles her experiences with Martin Luther King and the civil rights movement. Also,
Jools Holland accompanies Beverley in one of her favourite gospel songs. Producer Bernard Achampong

Contributors

Unknown:
Mavis Staples
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Martin Luther King
Unknown:
Jools Holland
Producer:
Bernard Achampong

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