The old grey whistle test season 1

The old grey whistle test, which was regarded as the last real uk television music show, celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2011. Old grey whistle test season 1 episode 1 sep 21 1971. On january 15th 2012, ogwt will be resurrected with a special show at the sage hall in gateshead, uk that will unveil rare footage from bbc worldwide archive recordings of the show. Gary moore back on the streets 1979 old grey whistle test uk tv appearance high qulaity hq by. Old grey whistle theft is the fourth episode of the second series of the channel 4 sitcom father ted. Aug 09, 2017 here on youtube, for the very first time, i believe, is the entire show of elp on the old grey whistle test as it was aired in 1978 with footage from their 1977 memphis concert.

Rory gallagher, walk on hot coals, live on the whistle test by 25thnovember1970. Bob harris, anne nightingale, dave hepworth, steve howe, mark ellen, jon. After annie nightingale replaced bob harris as presenter in 1978, the music of the prevailing postpunk new wave era began to take centre stage, and during the 1980s whistle test then. Old grey whistle test season 9 episode 1 sep 18 1979 nils lofgren in concert nils lofgren in concert at the gaumont theatre in ipswich nils lofgren keith dont go nils lofgren a fool like me nils lofgren beggars day nils lofgren i came to dance nils lofgren i dont want to talk about it nils lofgren back it up. It took over the bbc2 late night slot from disco 2, which ran between september 1970 and july 1971, while continuing to feature nonchart music. I discovered that playing the discs on random cuts out all the drivel, though, and only plays the music. Websites use cookies that have been placed on this site by its operator. As well as classic performances, the old grey whistle test featured indepth interviews with major stars such as john lennon, keith richards, bruce springsteen, robert plant, and mick jagger. It was commissioned by david attenborough and aired on bbc2 from 1971 to 1988.

From 1971 to 1987, tuesday nights in the uk meant the old grey whistle test, the live music program that ended the broadcast day for the bbc. Brandx and so to f phil collins old grey whistle test by mark murdock. The title is a pun on the bbc tv music show the old grey whistle test. Dire straits sultans of swing old grey whistle test. Click here and start watching the full episode in seconds. Complete episodes and inserts from the first season of old grey whistle test. Watch old grey whistle test season 1, episode 1 series 1, episode 1. Rare 1977 rush performance of xanadu on old grey whistle. Contemporary music show featuring live performances and interviews with an emphasis on. The first in a series of three old grey whistle test dvd compilations to. The old grey whistle test season 2 episode 17 watch online. It took over the bbc2 late night slot from disco two, which had been running since january 1970 while continuing to feature nonchart music. Lynyrd skynyrdi got the same old blues bbc 1975 by gustavo orozco. Watch the old grey whistle test season 1 episode 25 online.

Queen live the old grey whistle test 1975 part one. Marshall interns at the corporation where barney works and finds that he is becoming a shallow jerk as he tries to fit in with his barneylike coworkers. The old grey whistle test presents rods christmas concert recorded on 19761215 featuring the rod stewart group performing on stage. Acdc van halen donington 1984 old grey whistle test pt 1 by billykarloff.

It took over the bbc2 late night slot from disco two, which had been running since january 1970, while continuing to feature nonchart music. Watch old grey whistle test season 1, episode 12 series 1, episode 12. The old grey whistle test season 1 episode 25 watch online. The first presenter of the old grey whistle test was rock journalist richard williams. From the old grey whistle test on bbc, april 18, 1975. Presented by michael appleton area code 615 stone fox chase theme lesley duncan sing children sing studio lesley duncan america studio lesley duncan riverside studio lesley duncan children studio alice cooper hallowed be my name rock around the clock jimi hendrix wild thing monterey bob dylan maggies farm clyde. Dire straits sultans of swing old grey whistle test by b0zz3.

It was commissioned by david attenborough 1 and aired on bbc2 from 1971 to 1988. Dec 31 1975 pick of the year season 5, episode 14 aired on tvpg 45 min. Bbc radio 2 old grey whistle test 40, series 1, episode. Here on youtube, for the very first time, i believe, is the entire show of elp on the old grey whistle test as it was aired in 1978 with footage from their 1977 memphis concert. Bbc radio 2 old grey whistle test 40, series 1, episode 1. Bbc radio 2 old grey whistle test 40, series 1, episode 8. The old grey whistle test was an influential bbc2 television music show that ran from 1971 to 1987. The old grey whistle test is a variety music show that aired on bbc 2. Home series old grey whistle test official order season 0 episode 1 old grey whistle test volume 1. The old grey whistle test usually abbreviated to whistle test or ogwt was an influential bbc2 television music show that ran from 1971 to 1987. Bob harris presents the first in a series celebrating the 40th anniversary of the classic music tv programme, including interviews with alice cooper, yusuf and. Each programme looks at one complete series of the original old grey whistle test and includes archive. The old grey whistle test was on for years so there couldnt have been a lack of material to fill the dvds.

It was 12th december 1972 the atmosphere was great, very lighthearted and enjoyable as the band rehearsed its set. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film. Lesley duncan sing children sing america riverside. Old grey whistle test season 9 episode 1 sep 18 1979 nils lofgren in concert nils lofgren in concert at the gaumont theatre in ipswich nils lofgren keith dont go nils lofgren a fool like me nils lofgren beggars day nils lofgren i came to dance nils lofgren i dont want to talk about it nils lofgren. Rutland weekend television series one, episode four 1975. British television program the old grey whistle test invited musical acts to appear, and in the shows studio space, guests would give exclusive live performances. The old grey whistle test, complete series music the. From the bbc four special for one night only presented by bob harris on friday 23 february 2018. The old grey whistle test usually abbreviated to whistle test or ogwt was a british television music show it was commissioned by david attenborough and aired on bbc2 from 1971 to 1988. Old grey whistle test volumes dvd region 2 for sale. Watch all 14 old grey whistle test episodes from season 1,view pictures, get episode information and more.

Old grey whistle test old grey whistle test volume 1. Old grey whistle test season 1 episode guide on tv. The old grey whistle test began its 16year televisual run in 1971, largely as a vehicle for assorted singersongwriters and groups of hairy men with guitars. Rick wakeman catherine of aragon filmfinders january 23, 1973 roberta flack sonny and sister joy, i never dreamed youd leave in summer mike absalom hector the dope sniffing hound, saga of wpc sadie stick the rolling stones happy, all down the line concert clips. Watch old grey whistle test episodes, get episode information, recaps and more. Stay in touch with the old grey whistle test next episode air date and your favorite tv shows. Influential music show of the 1970s and 80s presented by bob harris and others. The cimarons, winston groovy, dennis alcapone, the marvels, nicky thomas and the pioneers. The old grey whistle test, complete series bbc, four discs steve lowe. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comiccon sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. Watch the old grey whistle test season 2 episode 17 online. Your tv show guide to countdown the old grey whistle test season 1 air dates. The old grey whistle test the definitive collection 2005. The old grey whistle test was a british television music show.

Over its incredible 16year run from 19711987 the old grey whistle test. Cookies websites use cookies that have been placed on this site by its operator. Among the rare footage to be shown will be a 1997 performance of xanadu by rush. John prine dear abby old grey whistle 1973 by tamagamoy. Running from 1971 to 1987, the series featured many of the most important acts in pop music, many in their early days when they were still virtually unknown. Rare 1977 rush performance of xanadu on old grey whistle test. The shows focus on serious rock music, rather than chart hits covered on bbc1 by top of the pops, was emphasised by a lack of showbiz glitter.

John lennon interviewed by bob harris 1975 youtube. With bob harris, richard williams, anne nightingale, andrew bailey. A full whistle test series looks like it would have just the one host, then. The old grey whistle test the definitive collection. The old grey whistle test dvd, 2003 for sale online ebay. Old grey whistle test old grey whistle test volume 2. The old grey whistle test is lined up for a comeback with dj annie. How old grey whistle test borrowed old movie clips youtube. You name the genre, it was represented on the old grey whistle test. The first two discs feature classic live performances from the show and include elton john, van morrison, lynyrd skynyrd and a very rare clearance from tom petty. The old grey whistle test is rarely remembered with tearful affection. Bob harris continues to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the classic music tv show.

Mar 18, 2015 from the old grey whistle test on bbc, april 18, 1975. Over its incredible 16year run from 19711987 the old grey whistle test was the destination in the u. Meatloaf performs on old grey whistle test in may 1978. David hepworth is at the marquee club in london to introduce a live performance by one of the biggest rock bands of the year, marillion, who play tracks from their number one album misplaced childhood in a special show for their fan club. Ted prepares for a picnic outing with other priests, but find. The old grey whistle test usually abbreviated to whistle test or ogwt was a british television music show.