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Sounds of the 60s

A special edition in which Brian Matthew celebrates today's 50th anniversary of BBC radio's Saturday Club - the phenomenally popular weekly pop programme which, until its demise in January 1969, showcased the latest releases and featured live sets. Expect a feast of archive sessions and unbridled nostalgia.

Sounds of the 60s with Tony Blackburn

Tony Blackburn spins the biggest sixties hits and shares fond memories of the decade.

Sounds of the 60s with Tony Blackburn: 04/10/2008

04/10/2008

BBC Radio 2 - Sounds of the 60s with Tony Blackburn, 04/10/2008

Brian Matthew takes a look back at the Saturday Club, which marks its 50th anniversary.

It's the 50th anniversary of the Saturday Club. Brian Matthew presented the first 468 editions of the ground-breaking show and here, he looks back at the programme.

Amazing music. Played by an amazing line up.

Radio 2: Amazing music. Played by an amazing line-up. The home of great music, entertainment and documentaries

Jonathan Ross

Music, guests and lively conversation with Jonathan Ross

Jonathan Ross: 04/10/2008

BBC Radio 2 - Jonathan Ross, 04/10/2008

Guests include Denis Norden. Competitions or votes in the programme may now be closed.

Jonathan is joined by comic writer and TV presenter Denis Norden. Competitions or votes featured in the programme may now be closed.

Featuring professional cycling racer Bradley Wiggins and, performing live, rock-pop band Keane.

The Smith Lectures

Arthur Smith presents a series of lectures on a variety of subjects

The Smith Lectures: Series 9

The Smith Lectures: Series 9: 21/05/2005

21/05/2005

Series 9

BBC Radio 2 - The Smith Lectures, Series 9, 21/05/2005

Arthur Smith focuses on great works of literature.

5/6. Arthur Smith's lecture focuses on great works of literature, with the majesty of the printed word represented by poetry from Muhammad Ali, Mel Brooks and Spike Milligan.

This week's lecture focuses on great works of literature, with the majesty of the printed word represented by poetry from Muhammed Ali, Mel Brooks and Spike Milligan, children's stories from Redd Foxx, Shappi Khorsandi and Sid Kipper, and inspirational readings from Peter Cook, Dominic Holland and Fry and Laurie.

Professor Arthur Smith presents another series of irreverent lectures

The Comedy Hour

The Smith Lectures 
5/6. Today's academic antics explore literature, with archive snatches of Muhammad AN, Mel Brooks and Spike Milligan.  
1.30 Clive Anderson 's Chat Room 3/8. Mocking, subversive, topical talk show. Accomplices include Julian Clary , Rhona Cameron , 
Tony Parsons and Michael White.

Clive Anderson's Chat Room

Hard-edged chat show in which top personalities speak their mind about the week’s topics

Clive Anderson presents a hard-edged chat show in which a panel of four of the nation’s top personalities, politicians, performers and pundits get to speak their mind about the week’s hot topics

Clive Anderson's Chat Room: Series 5

Clive Anderson's Chat Room: Series 5: Episode 3

Episode 3

Series 5

BBC Radio 2 - Clive Anderson's Chat Room, Series 5, Episode 3

Clive Anderson's guests are Julian Clary, Rhona Cameron, Tony Parsons and Michael White.

Clive Anderson presents a chat show in which personalities speak their mind. Guests include comics Julian Clary and Rhona Cameron, and journalists Tony Parsons and Michael White.

Hard-edged chat show in which top personalities speak their mind about the weekâs topics

Clive Anderson presents a hard-edged chat show in which a panel of four of the nationâs top personalities, politicians, performers and pundits get to speak their mind about the weekâs hot topics

Dermot O'Leary

Dermot O'Leary presents live music sessions from new and emerging bands.

Dermot O'Leary: 04/10/2008

BBC Radio 2 - Dermot O'Leary, 04/10/2008

Featuring the Sugababes and Canadian rock singer/songwriter Sam Roberts in session.

Dermot showcases the best new artists breaking onto the music scene. Featuring an interview with Coldplay ahead of a performance at the BBC Radio Theatre.

Featuring live sets from UK R&Bpop trio Sugababes and Canadian singer/songwriter Sam Roberts.

Paul Gambaccini with America's Greatest Hits

A selection from the week's American charts, plus classics from the last six decades.

Paul plays his selection from this week's American charts, plus classics from the last six decades.

Paul Gambaccini

Paul Gambaccini with America's Greatest Hits: 04/10/2008

BBC Radio 2 - Paul Gambaccini with America's Greatest Hits, 04/10/2008

America's greatest hits from the US charts of the week and the past five decades.

America's greatest hits from the US charts of this week and the past five decades.

Eric Clapton in Concert

24/04/2004

BBC Radio 2 - Eric Clapton in Concert

Mark Goodier introduces Eric Clapton recorded in concert at the Odyssey in Belfast.

Mark Goodier introduces Eric Clapton recorded in concert at the Odyssey in Belfast. Part of Radio 2's Guitar season.

Another chance to hear a 2004 concert featuring rock guitarist 
Eric Clapton with hits from his vast repertoire and songs from his then new album Me and Mr Johnson. 
The performance was recorded at Belfast's Odyssey Arena. <R)

Suzi Quatro

Suzi Quatro brings American music direct to listeners

Suzi Quatro was weaned in Detroit on the best American music, taking in everything from Doo Wop and rock 'n' roll to Motown and soul. She brings the best of it to R2

Suzi Quatro: 04/10/2008

BBC Radio 2 - Suzi Quatro, 04/10/2008

Suzi features tracks by Van Halen, Tom Petty, Connie Francis and The Young Rascals.

Suzi features tracks by Van Halen, Tom Petty, Connie Francis, The Young Rascals and Buffalo Springfield.

US pop from the 1950s onwards, from doo-wop to rock, tonight featuring Connie Francis , the Young Rascals, the Buffalo Springfield, Tom Petty and Van Halen.

Russell Brand

Russell Brand brings his distinctive flavour of comedy to Saturday nights

Russell Brand: 04/10/2008

BBC Radio 2 - Russell Brand, 04/10/2008

Alan Carr co-hosts tonight's show with Russell. Guests are Geri Halliwell and Ruby Wax.

Alan Carr co-hosts tonight's show with Russell and they joined are by Spice Girl Geri Halliwell and American comic Ruby Wax.

Bob Harris Sunday

DJ Bob Harris picks an eclectic mix of new tracks

Bob Harris plays an eclectic mix of new tracks from the worlds of Americana, Alt Country, Indie, World, Nu-Folk and Blues

Bob Harris

Bob Harris Sunday: 04/10/2008

BBC Radio 2 - Bob Harris Sunday, 04/10/2008

Bob is joined by US bluesman Walter Trout.

Bob is joined by US bluesman Walter Trout. Plus new music from the UK and America as well as classic tracks.

Featuring a live set from US bluesman Walter Trout.

Trevor Nelson

Trevor Nelson joins Radio 2 for a show that plays the best in soul music past and present.

Leading soul DJ Trevor Nelson joins Radio 2 for a show that plays the best in soul music past and present. 

Trevor Nelson: 01/10/2008

01/10/2008

BBC Radio 2 - Trevor Nelson, 01/10/2008

The best in soul music. The Album of the Week is Cameo's Single Life.

Trevor Nelson's Album of the Week is Cameo's Single Life. Other tracks include Floetry's Getting Late, Raheem Devaughn's Guess Who Loves You More and Cymand's Bra.

Pete Mitchell

Soul and rock music show with guests and interviews, presented by Pete Mitchell

Pete Mitchell: 05/10/2008

05/10/2008

BBC Radio 2 - Pete Mitchell, 05/10/2008

Pete plays a mix of music, including classic soul, funk, disco and R&B. With Primal Scream

Pete plays a mix of music, including classic soul, funk, disco and R&B. With Primal Scream. Including Pause for Thought.

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