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  1. Sounding Out

    Contemporary rock and pop artists are presented in performance and in conversation.

    BBC

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  2. Stuart Maconie's Freak Zone

    Highlights from Stuart Maconie's award-winning journey into the world of the strange

    BBC Radio 6 Music

  3. Pete Mitchell

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

    BBC Radio 2

  4. Mo Dutta

    Mo Dutta starts off Saturday and Sunday mornings with dry wit, quizzes and music

    BBC Radio 2

  5. Jonathan Ross

    Music, guests and lively conversation with Jonathan Ross

    BBC Radio 2

  6. Sounds of the 60s with Tony Blackburn

    Tony Blackburn spins the biggest sixties hits and shares fond memories of the decade.

    BBC Radio 2

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  7. Paul Gambaccini with America's Greatest Hits

    A selection from the week's American charts, plus classics from the last six decades.

    BBC Radio 2

  8. Bob Harris Sunday

    DJ Bob Harris picks an eclectic mix of new tracks

    BBC Radio 2

  9. Steve Wright's Sunday Love Songs

    A blend of classic love songs, dedications and real-life romance stories.

    BBC Radio 2

  10. Pick of the Pops

    Counting down two popular music charts from this week in decades past.

    BBC Radio 2

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  11. Johnnie Walker

    Veteran DJ Johnnie Walker presents an afternoon show with a spiritual angle

    BBC Radio 2

  12. Most Annoying Pop Songs We Hate to Love

    Richard Bacon narrates the countdown of catchy songs you can't help but love

    BBC Three

  13. Music Moguls: Masters of Pop

    The secret story of pop and rock from the greatest producers, managers and PR giants.

    BBC Four

  14. John Lennon's Rock Shrine

    In Central Park, New York, fans gather to remember John Lennon.

    BBC Four

  15. Kaiser Chiefs: Live at Doncaster

    Kaiser Chiefs are on the first date of their British tour in concert at Doncaster Dome.

    BBC Three

  16. Nick Drake: A Skin Too Few

    Profile of Nick Drake, who died in 1974 but whose three albums have been very influential.

    BBC Four

  17. Ian Dury: On My Life

    Documentary in which singer-songwriter and actor Ian Dury recalls his life and career.

    BBC Four

  18. Rod the Mod

    BBC archive film from 1976, profiling Rod Stewart and his then girlfriend Britt Ekland.

    BBC Four

  19. Pet Sounds: Brian Wilson Live in London

    The Beach Boys' classic 1966 album performed live at London's Royal Festival Hall.

    BBC Four

  20. Richard Thompson: Solitary Life

    Portrait of the acclaimed and enigmatic British folk rock singer Richard Thompson.

    BBC Four

  21. The Rolling Stones: Rock and Roll Circus

    Star-studded concert from 1968 featuring the Rolling Stones and friends.

    BBC Two

  22. Later with Jools Holland and Johnny Cash

    Jools Holland plays host to the Man in Black, who performs a selection of his classics.

    BBC Four

  23. Dolly Parton: Platinum Blonde

    Profile of the singer and actress. With contributions from friends, family and colleagues.

    BBC Two

  24. Eric Clapton at the BBC: The Rock 'n' Roll Years

    An archive journey through Eric Clapton's live performances at the BBC and elsewhere.

    BBC Four

  25. Chuck Berry in Concert

    Legendary rock 'n' roller Chuck Berry performs at the BBC Television Theatre in 1972.

    BBC Four

  26.

    ...Sings Dylan

    With Peter, Paul and Mary, Lulu, The Byrds, Joan Baez, Eric Clapton, Bryan Ferry and more.

    BBC Four

  27. A Concert for Bangladesh Revisited

    The story of the 1971 charity rock concert organised by George Harrison in New York.

    BBC Four

  28. ELO Live at Wembley 1978

    Vintage concert footage from Wembley Arena, featuring a pioneering laser display.

    BBC Four

  29. Sounds of the 80s

    A nostalgic look back at some 1980s music.

    BBC Four

  30. Hotel California: LA from the Byrds to the Eagles

    Documentary looking at the music and mythology of a golden era in Californian culture.

    BBC Four

  31. Blondie: One Way or Another

    Documentary about New York band Blondie, with performance footage and interviews.

    BBC One

  32.

    Freak Out! The Frank Zappa Story

    Germaine Greer presents a profile of eccentric 1970s rock icon Frank Zappa.

    BBC Radio 4

  33. The Eel Pie Island Hotel

    Manfred Mann singer Paul Jones looks at the musical history of The Eel Pie Island Hotel.

    BBC Radio 4

  34. Inside the Cavern

    Midge Ure visits Liverpool's legendary Cavern Club, where the Beatles first found fame.

    BBC Radio 4 Extra

  35. Ronnie's Last Show

    Gerry Anderson meets legendary rocker Ronnie Hawkins.

    BBC Radio 4

  36. Definitely Dusty

    Documentary looking at the life and work of soul and pop diva Dusty Springfield.

    BBC Two

  37. The Last 48 Hours of Kurt Cobain

    The week before Kurt Cobain was found dead from a single gunshot, he went missing.

    BBC Two

  38. Wild Boys: The Story of Duran Duran

    Documentary charting the rise and fall of the pop group synonymous with 1980s glamour.

    BBC One

  39. The New Romantics: A Fine Romance

    A look at the movement born from the London club scene at the beginning of the 80s.

    BBC One

  40. Santana in Concert: Supernatural Live

    Featuring guests Lauryn Hill, Rob Thomas, Dave Matthews, Product G & B and Everlast.

    BBC One

  41. We Are Family

    Documentary on chart-topping family pop music acts.

    BBC Two

  42. Lock Up Your Daughters

    A look at five decades of tales of sex, drugs and rock 'n' roll.

    BBC Two

  43. Still Cliff

    A look at the career of Cliff Richard, Britain's answer to Elvis Presley back in 1958.

    BBC Four

  44. One Night with Barry Manilow

    Barry Manilow plays hits including Mandy, I Write the Songs and Can't Smile without You.

    BBC One

  45. Kings of Rock and Roll

    A look back at the 1950s, a decade often seen as having the wildest pop music of all time.

    BBC One

  46. Brothers in Arms

    Documentary about brothers who have formed and fronted rock bands.

    BBC One

  47. Kings of Glam

    Profiling the leading men of the glam rock era.

    BBC Two

  48. Queens of Heartache

    Film about Edith Piaf, Billie Holiday, Judy Garland, Maria Callas and Janis Joplin.

    BBC Two

  49. Be My Baby: The Girl Group Story

    Documentary which tells the dramatic stories of six celebrated girl groups.

    BBC One

  50. Kings of 70s Romance

    A look at the unlikely male pin-ups of the 70s music scene, from Barry White to Leo Sayer.

    BBC One

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