Russell Davies celebrates the art, craft and
inspiration of the popular song.
The programme focuses on Russell's own admiration and enthusiasm
for popular song, and the programme features a different theme each
week.
Using the Radio 2 website, Russell also writes about his
recommendations and topics regarding what he has played on the
show, plus shares his extensive knowledge of this era of music
through his topic of the week.
Between April and August 2006, Russell focused on the final
twenty lyricists in his search for the who the audience felt were
the most successful lyricists ever. Throughout the series
Russell was joined by a number of special guests including
Sir John Dankworth, Neil Sedaka,
Alan & Marilyn Bergman, Sir Tim
Rice, Clare Teal, and Hal
David.
In November and December 2007 Russell focused his attentions on
the Greatest Hollywood Musicals with video contributions from
Richard Stilgoe OBE, Lorna Luft and Henry
Goodman.
Presenter: Russell Davies
Producer: Roy Oakshott - roy.oakshott@wisebuddah.com
Broadcast Assistant: Becky Maxted - becky.maxted@wisebuddah.com