These recordings were made for the bbc tv program the old grey whistle test. The old grey whistle test the definitive collection 2005. It took over the bbc2 late night slot from disco two, which had been running since january 1970 while continuing to feature nonchart music. The first in a series of three old grey whistle test dvd compilations to be exported to the u. 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. Part of the first typeface release package from itc in 1970, busorama designed by tom carnase melds art deco and 70s flowerpower into a delightful sans serif design. As i was born and brought up in japan, i didnt know anything about the old grey whistle test until about a month ago. 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.
Level 42 heathrow live 1982 the old grey whistle test by level42dotcom. The old grey whistle test, which was regarded as the last real uk television music show, celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2011. Roxy music ladytron old grey whistle test, 1972 youtube. The old grey whistle test the definitive collection dvd 1977. It was commissioned by david attenborough 1 and aired on bbc2 from 1971 to 1988. This show is often named on youtube as the old grey. Old grey whistle test episodes tv series 1970 1986. The smiths whistle test 1986 complete broadcast youtube. Michael appleton is a producer and director, known for the old grey whistle test 1971, riverside 1982 and one in ten a singer and his songs 1971. On imdb tv, you can catch hollywood hits and popular tv series at no cost. The old grey whistle test was an influential bbc2 television music show that ran from 1971 to 1987.
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. Watch all 37 old grey whistle test episodes from season 10,view pictures, get episode information and more. Bbc revive the old grey whistle test with whispering bob harris. Bbc radio 2 old grey whistle test 40, series 1, episode. Customer evaluation for america the old grey whistle test bbc series cd write an evaluation evaluations will be activated after verification. The wailers stir it up live old grey whistle test 1973. Ann wilson, nancy wilson, steve fossen, roger fisher, michael derosier.
The old grey whistle test 40th anniversary album 2011. Please enter the digits and letters in the following text field. Alvin lee ten years later old grey whistle test youtube. 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. The old grey whistle test episode dated 10 december 1985. A videoclip of my alltime favorite terry reid performing without expression at a certain website initiated me to the show. It took over the bbc2 late night slot from disco two, which had been running since january 1970, while continuing to feature nonchart music. Jan 10, 2018 roxy music ladytron old grey whistle test, 1972 bryan ferry. I can understand it, old grey whistle test, may 1975. Much as i love the old grey whistle test i do feel its just anothere chance for them to dig out all the clips weve seen from the show in the last few years. 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. Select any poster below to play the movie, totally free.
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. With ro newton, mark ellen, richard skinner, andy kershaw. It was aired on bbc 2 from 1971 to 1988 the font used for the logo of the tv show is very similar to itc busorama bold. Watch old grey whistle test season 10, episode 10 series 10, episode 10. Old grey whistle test old grey whistle test various. 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. See all 6 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. But the show would welcome john lennon to the stage for a canny performance in 1975. The old grey whistle test 40th anniversary the theme tune and where the name came from by rhinouk. A series of packed reunion gigs since 2014 proved that the band is grooving as well as ever. Episode 3 3 16 bob harris celebration of the whistle test reaches the third series, broadcast in 19734. The old grey whistle test began on 21 september 1971. Bbc radio 2 old grey whistle test 40, series 1 episode.
The rolling stones i am waiting ready steady go 10 0966, under my thumb. Before a new record is released, a rough mix is played to the grey haired doorman. 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. Dec 24, 2015 heart performing dreamboat annie on bbcs music television series the old grey whistle test. Bbc radio 2 old grey whistle test 40, series 1 episode guide. The old grey whistle test 40th anniversary the theme tune and where the name came from. That being said, it could have been an even better. All series 1 hazel oconnor interview with bob harris. The old grey whistle test the complete collection 2006. When richard williams was replaced by whispering bob harris, the series opening titles. Heart performing dreamboat annie on bbcs music television series the old grey whistle test. Michael appleton is a producer and director, known for the old grey whistle test 1971, riverside 1982 and one in. The rolling stones i am waiting ready steady go 100966, under my thumb.
Legendary rock show the old grey whistle test is to return to the bbc, with famed presenter whispering bob harris once again introducing the bands axed from screens in 1988, whistle test. Old grey whistle test season 10 episode guide on tv. Old grey whistle test 40 series 1, episode 10 clips filter by. It was commissioned by david attenborough and aired on bbc2 from 1971 to 1988. The old grey whistle test usually abbreviated to whistle test or ogwt is a british television music show. Stand by me john lennon 1975 first airing in 1971 and running for 17 years, the old grey whistle test never really caught the wave for the beatles.
Roxy music ladytron old grey whistle test, 1972 bryan ferry. Customer evaluation for easy riders the old grey whistle test bbc series cd write an evaluation evaluations will be activated after verification. The old grey whistle test tv series 19712018 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The old grey whistle test ogwt was the incredibly influential bbc2 television music show that ran from 1971 to 1988 and at the time was amazingly the only part of british television to regularly promote rock as opposed to chart music. Bob harris looks back to 19801 with new sessions from neil finn and hazel o connor. Well now that i remember there was a blink and you miss it bit of meatloaf and the woman singer from that performance of the song. Rare 1977 rush performance of xanadu on old grey whistle test.
But on the first series of the old grey whistle test, bowie became a rock icon. I recommend this set to anybody who are interested in the artists below. The old grey whistle test dvd, 2003 for sale online ebay. The old grey whistle test wikipedia republished wiki 2. With bob harris, richard williams, anne nightingale, andrew bailey. Jul 07, 2011 o ld grey whistle test, the much missed music show for discerning rock fans, is returning to the bbc for a series of shows to mark its 40th anniversary next month. As whispering bob says, this is kokomo enjoying themselves in the cbs studio in london. O ld grey whistle test, the much missed music show for discerning rock fans, is returning to the bbc for a series of shows to mark its 40th anniversary next month. Music episode aired 10 december 1985 previous all episodes 288 next. Shop the old grey whistle test the definitive collection dvd 1977. Hey, its the average white band, apparently doing a live performance, its got to be good, right. I love the best of the old grey whistle test dvd series. Given the amount of excellent bands this show has presented, i believe the hosts chose too many flavor of the month bands, as evidenced by this particular disks contents. Contemporary music show featuring live performances and interviews with an emphasis on.
Time was when they started the music docs and shows on a friday night it was great as you got a new doc,show or series all the time. Among the rare footage to be shown will be a 1997 performance of xanadu by rush. The first song, put it where you want it was cowritten with joe sample of the crusaders. Should have been one of the performances to vote to see in full at the end imo but then it. Luckily i have it on the whistle test dvd from a few years ago. Tutu from the album the queen is dead on the bbcs whistle test series in 1986. 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. Bbc radio 2 old grey whistle test 40, series 1, episode 10. Ozark mountain daredevils on old grey whistle test 1976 full tv show by themissingtapes. John prine dear abby old grey whistle 1973 by tamagamoy. 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.
Feb 01, 2018 the smiths whistle test 1986 complete broadcast. The old grey whistle test the definitive collection box set, compilation. Average white band old grey whistle test series amazon. The old grey whistle test was a british television music show. According to presenter bob harris, the programme derived its name from a tin pan alley phrase from years. Meatloaf performs on old grey whistle test in may 1978. Anyway, i decided to buy the cd, even though i was skeptical of the sound quality. Bbc revives the old grey whistle test and whispering bob harris. Rare 1977 rush performance of xanadu on old grey whistle. Legendary rock show the old grey whistle test is returning to the bbc, with famed presenter whispering bob harris. Mar 17, 2020 richard williams, the shows original presenter said of the series unusual name. The tube series 1 2 disc set 1983 dvd by various dvd. The old grey whistle test is a variety music show that aired on bbc 2.