BBC R2 50s showcases the best music and nostalgia from the 1950s. Show more
Bill Kenwright plays some of his favourite tracks from his golden years of the fifties. Expect to hear a story song, an amazing b-side and of course something from The King.
Marty will be sharing many of his unique anecdotes alongside favourite artists from the decade that first made him a star. Show more
Leo Green plays the hits by the Kings & Queens of Blues, Rhythm & Blues and Soul music. Show more
Sheila Hancock looks back on her time in rep and starting out in films during the 50s - with her own special guests and the music she remembers being the soundtrack to her decade. Show more
Clare delves into the vast array of big band sounds from the 1950s. Show more
Huey Morgan plays a delicious selection of the best UK number ones from the 1950s. Chart topping songs to come from Buddy Holly, Elvis Presley, Doris Day & Jerry Lee Lewis. Show more
Mark Radcliffe presents classic music from the start of the folk revival. Show more
Stuart Maconie looks at the alternative music of the 1950s, from the modal jazz of Miles Davis to Bernard Hermann's soundtracks and the pioneering electronics of Edgar Varese Show more
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Len turns his attention to television and recalls some of the favourite TV stars and programmes of the decade. Show more
BBC R2 50s showcases the best music and nostalgia from the 1950s. Show more
BBC R2 50s showcases the best music and nostalgia from the 1950s. Show more
BBC R2 50s showcases the best music and nostalgia from the 1950s. Show more
