Britain's Biggest 70s Hits - Season 1
Season 1
Episodes
1970
Celebrating the biggest-selling singles of the 1970s, beginning with 1970 - the best pop videos, the artists who appeared in them and the stories behind the songs - from Jimi Hendrix and Shirley Bassey to the Beach Boys and the Moody Blues.
1971
A look at the biggest-selling singles of 1971, the best pop videos, the artists who appeared in them and the stories behind the songs - from Shirley Bassey and Diana Ross to Rod Stewart and Slade. Plus, interviews with Dana, Suzi Quatro, Merrill Osmond, Tito Jackson and others. Tony Christie and Judy Collins recall their chart success, and Middle of the Road look back on their biggest year.
1972
A look at the biggest-selling singles of 1972, the best pop videos, and the stories behind the songs.
1973
A selection of the most popular songs in Britain during 1973, including tracks by David Bowie, Slade, 10cc and the Carpenters. Andy Scott from the Sweet recalls their chart toppers and author Daryl Easlea shines the spotlight on Slade's success. There are also contributions from Gary Numan, Suzi Quatro, Merrill Osmond and Paul Gambaccini.
1974
Gary Numan, Dana, Paul Gambaccini and other famous faces guide viewers through the biggest hits of 1974. Dave Bartram from Showaddywaddy recalls their chart toppers, Mike Batt reveals the secrets of the Wombles' success, and Carl Douglas remembers his number one hit, Kung Fu Fighting.
1975
This chart countdown celebrates the biggest selling singles of 1975, the best pop videos, the artists who appeared in them, and the stories behind the songs - from Roxy Music and the Carpenters to Queen and David Bowie. Leo Sayer, Candi Staton, Dana, Tony Christie, Paul Gambaccini, and other famous faces guide viewers through the biggest hits of the year. Dave Bartram from Showaddywaddy recalls their chart toppers, while members of Mud, 10cc and the Bay City Rollers reminisce about their hits.
1976
A look at the musical highs of 1976, with contributions from Dana and Paul Gambaccini. Leo Sayer, Tina Charles, and Candi Staton recall their chart-toppers, while members of the Real Thing, Showaddywaddy, Dr Hook, and Brotherhood of Man reminisce about their hits.
1977
A look at the biggest-selling singles of 1977, the best pop videos, and the artists who appeared in them, from ABBA and Queen, to Rod Stewart and Barbra Streisand. Chris Tarrant, Dana, Paul Gambaccini and other famous faces recall the era. Plus, contributions from Leo Sayer and members of the Brighouse and Rastrick Brass Band, and the Brotherhood of Man.
1978
A look at the biggest-selling singles of 1978, the best pop videos, and the artists who appeared in them. Chris Tarrant, Dana, Paul Gambaccini and other famous faces guide us through the biggest hits of the year. Gwen Dickey of Rose Royce recalls her time at the top of the charts. Dean Friedman tells the story behind his big hit, Lucky Stars, while members of 10cc, Boney M and Brotherhood of Man look back on their chart successes.
1979
A look at the biggest-selling singles of 1979, the best pop videos, and the artists who appeared in them. It was an era when Ian Dury and the Blockheads, Blondie, the Bee Gees, and Gloria Gaynor dominated the charts, and Pink Floyd finished the decade with Another Brick in the Wall (Part II).
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