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Sounds of the 60s

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: 07/03/2009

07/03/2009

BBC Radio 2 - Sounds of the 60s with Tony Blackburn, 07/03/2009

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: 07/03/2009

BBC Radio 2 - Jonathan Ross, 07/03/2009

Jonathan Ross with music and chat, plus guests Jack Dee, Steven Berkoff and Simon Merrells

Jonathan Ross with music and chat, plus guests Jack Dee, Steven Berkoff, Simon Merrells and Steve Cradock. Please note: competitions or votes featured in this programme may now be closed.

With comic Jack Dee and I'd Do Anything winner Jodie Prenger.

Does The Team Think?

BBC Radio 4 Extra

Does The Team Think?: Series 2

Does The Team Think?: Series 2: Episode 8

Episode 8

Series 2

BBC Radio 4 Extra - Does The Team Think?, Series 2, Episode 8

With guests Sean Hughes, Roy Walker, Rhona Cameron and Bob Mortimer.

Vic Reeves hosts the comedy show where the public pose questions to a panel of comedians and celebrities. With guests Sean Hughes, Roy Walker, Rhona Cameron and Bob Mortimer.

Another chance to hear Vic Reeves host the comedy show where members of the public pose light hearted questions to a panel of comedians and celebrities.

In final show of the second series, Roy Walker remembers how Tommy Cooper asked the Queen a favour; Bob Mortimer admits to a passion for carrots; Sean Hughes offers up a new invention; Rhona Cameron demonstrates her pet song hates; and Vic Reeves admits a hatred of people who don't wash.

Members of the public pose questions to comedians and celebrities. Vic Reeves hosts

Vic Reeves returns to host a new series of the comedy show where members of the public pose light-hearted questions to a panel of comedians and celebrities

The Comedy Hour

Does The Team Think?
8/8. Vic Reeves invites the public to put mundane questions to Roy Walker, Bob Mortimer, Sean Hughes and Rhona Cameron.

1.30 Galton and Simpson's Half-Hour
New series 1/4. Paul Merton introduces the first of four radio adaptations of archive TV comedies by Ray Galton and Alan Simpson (Hancock's Half-Hour, Steptoe and Son), to celebrate the duo's prolific 60-year writing partnership.
Today's comedy, You'll Never Walk Alone (originally a 1974 TV hit), stars Frank Skinner as a football fanatic whose attempts to make a Cup final are thwarted repeatedly.

Galton & Simpson's Half Hour

Galton & Simpson's Half Hour: Episode 1: You'll Never Walk Alone

Episode 1

Episode 1: You'll Never Walk Alone

You'll Never Walk Alone

BBC Radio 2 - Galton & Simpson's Half Hour, You'll Never Walk Alone

Comedy starring Frank Skinner as a football fanatic on his way to a Wembley Cup Final.

Frank Skinner stars as a football fanatic on his way to a Wembley Cup Final with his heavily pregnant wife and his best friend.

Earlier this year, Radio 2 marked the 60th anniversary of Ray Galton and Alan Simpson's writing partnership with a series of half hour comedies, especially adapted by them for Radio 2. Here's another chance to enjoy the series starring Frank Skinner, Mitchell & Webb, Rik Mayall, June Whitfield and Paul Merton. 

In the first drama, You'll Never Walk Alone, Frank Skinner stars as a football fanatic, on his way to a Wembley Cup Final with his heavily pregnant wife and his best friend. An early labour, an emergency stop and the disappearance of the priceless tickets lead to a comedic study in political incorrectness and male chauvinism.

The drama was first broadcast on Yorkshire Television back in 1974 and starred Brian Glover, Maureen Lipman and Peter Jones. The radio adaptation is introduced by Paul Merton.

Comedy series marking the 60th anniversary of writing partnership Galton and Simpson

Comedy series marking the 60th anniversary of writing partnership Ray Galton and Alan Simpson

Dermot O'Leary

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

Dermot O'Leary: 07/03/2009

BBC Radio 2 - Dermot O'Leary, 07/03/2009

With sessions from British band Absent Elk and the young female singer-songwriter Zarif.

With a session from British band Absent Elk, whose band name is a nod to their singer's Scandinavian influence. Plus young female singer-songwriter Zarif.

With studio sessions from indie rock-pop quintet Absent Elk and soul-funk-pop Londoner Zarif.

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: 07/03/2009

BBC Radio 2 - Paul Gambaccini with America's Greatest Hits, 07/03/2009

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

America's greatest hits from the US charts over the past five decades.

When Charles Met Wyclef

10/05/2008

BBC Radio 2 - When Charles Met Wyclef

Join Charles Hazlewood as he goes on a musical journey with Wyclef Jean.

Another chance to hear the unique meeting between BBC Radio 2 presenter and conductor Charles Hazlewood and one of his heroes, producer and recording artist Wyclef Jean.

Conductor and popular-music enthusiast Charles Hazlewood shares his appreciation of hip-hop in this one-off collaboration with Haitian-American rapper/singer/ producer and ex-Fugee 
Wyclef Jean , whose hits include Gone till November, It Doesn't Matter, 911, 
Perfect Gentleman and The Fugees' number ones Killing Me Softly and Ready or Not. The two men perform together in a New York studio and talk about music. The programme aired first in May 2008.

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: 07/03/2009

BBC Radio 2 - Suzi Quatro, 07/03/2009

Featuring music from The Doors, Fats Domino, Lucinda Williams and The Knack.

Suzi Quatro plays music from Bobby Goldsboro, The Doors, Fats Domino, Lucinda Williams and The Knack.

US radio oldies, with Fats Domino, The Doors, The Knack and others.

Pirate Johnnie Walker

Pirate Johnnie Walker: Episode 5

Episode 5

BBC Radio 2 - Pirate Johnnie Walker, Episode 5

Johnnie plays tracks from 1955-'75 and jingles to capture the vintage pirate radio sound.

Johnnie recreates the sounds of a bygone era, with classic tracks from 1955-'75 and jingles capturing the vintage pirate radio sound. He invites Tony Blackburn on board.

Johnnie plays tracks from 1955-'75 and jingles to capture the vintage pirate radio sound

Johnnie recreates the sounds of a bygone era, with classic tracks from 1955-'75 and jingles capturing the vintage pirate radio sound

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: 07/03/2009

BBC Radio 2 - Bob Harris Sunday, 07/03/2009

New releases and classic tunes from the UK and America. Featuring a session from Mawkin:Causley.

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: 04/03/2009

04/03/2009

BBC Radio 2 - Trevor Nelson, 04/03/2009

The Four Tops' 1967 record Reach Out is Trevor Nelson's Album of The Week.

The Four Tops' 1967 record Reach Out is Album of The Week as Trevor celebrates the best soul music. Other featured artists on the programme include Glenn Jones and Manu Dibango.

Pete Mitchell

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

Pete Mitchell: 08/03/2009

08/03/2009

BBC Radio 2 - Pete Mitchell, 08/03/2009

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

Pete plays a mix of music, including classic soul, funk, disco and R&B, and presents interviews from the music industry past and present. Including Pause for Thought.

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