The nation grew up with Top of the Pops and it was always a talking point, but 35 years ago a particular kind of Top of the Pops programme and tone held sway. This documentary explores Top of the Pops in 1976 - as a barometer of the state of pop and light entertainment TV. It celebrates the power of the programme and observes British society of the mid 70s, British TV and the British pop scene. In 1976, glam was over and nothing had replaced it - the charts belonged to Showaddywaddy, Brotherhood of Man and the Wurzels, all to be found on Top of the Pops hosted by the Radio 1 DJs. If you wanted rock you looked to the Old Grey Whistle Test, while outside the charts a new scene was rumbling. Contributors include Tony Blackburn, David 'Diddy' Hamilton, Paul Morley, Toyah Willcox, Showaddywaddy, Brotherhood of Man, the Wurzels and Dave Haslam. Top Of The Pops Sailor : Girls Girls Girls Diana Ross : Do You Know Where You're Going To (Promo) Tarney & Spencer : I'm Your Man Rock n Roll Abba : Fernando (Promo) Laurence Andrew : I'll Never Love Anyone Anymore Hank Mizell : Jungle Rock (Pans People) John Miles : Music Fox : Single Bed Beatles : Hey Jude (Promo) Brotherhood Of Man : Save You're Kisses For Me
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