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In a personal journey through his formative years in south Wales in the 1950s, Tom Jones takes us on a trip through the decade of his childhood and adolescence.

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June 2025
An archive celebration of Tom Jones's performances at the BBC from the start of his pop career in the mid-60s to Later... with Jools Holland in 2010 and all points in between.
The BBC celebrates the Forces' Sweetheart with a look back through the archives at some of her favourite performances and biggest hits.
May 2025
A musical celebration for International Pride Month, with a collection of the BBC’s archives' biggest stars - including Kylie, Elton John and Lady Gaga.
A selection of some of Elaine Paige's best-loved songs and finest performances at the BBC, including huge hits like Don’t Cry for Me Argentina, Memory and I Know Him So Well.
March 2025
Archive journey through Eric Clapton's live performances at the BBC, including The Yardbirds, John Mayall's Bluesbreakers, Cream, Blind Faith, and Derek and the Dominoes.
A selection of Sondheim's finest songs performed by some of the world's greatest stars at the BBC, including Shirley Bassey, Sammy Davis Jr, Michael Ball and Liza Minnelli.
This collection of Lady Gaga's appearances on a selection of BBC programmes from over the years underlines why she's considered one of the most creative and innovative stars of the 21st century.
A collection of classic performances from the BBC archives to celebrate St Patrick’s Day, including U2, Van Morrison, The Pogues, The Cranberries, Boyzone and Westlife.
February 2025
Celebrating the finest in Irish folk music with a compilation of performances from the BBC archives, including The Clancy Brothers, The Chieftains, Christy Moore and The Pogues.
A collection of the some of the finest female voices and performances ever broadcast, showcasing those special superstars who are so much more than just singers.
Reggae performances from the BBC archive, featuring Bob Marley, Gregory Isaacs, Desmond Dekker, Burning Spear, Althea and Donna, Dennis Brown and many more.
January 2025
A look back at some of legendary singer-songwriter Neil Diamond's best BBC moments, including performances of hits such as Sweet Caroline, Forever in Blue Jeans and Solitary Man.
A compilation of Sir Simon Rattle's finest performances from the BBC archive that features his work at the BBC Proms as well as his love of contemporary music.
December 2024
A look back at some of Dolly Parton's finest performances at the BBC, incorporating her greatest moments and hits such as Jolene, 9 to 5, Islands in the Stream and Here You Come Again.
To celebrate the singer who conquered the 1990s and changed the sound of pop and R&B forever, we delve into the BBC archives to bring you all of Mariah Carey's best-loved hits.
A dazzling music tribute to the Man with the Golden Flute, Sir James Galway. Features archive performances across 40 years of television including The Chieftains, Cleo Laine and Sir James himself.
Enjoy a collection of the best of Scottish rock and pop drawn from the BBC archives to celebrate St Andrew's Day, including performances by Texas, Travis, Lulu, Emeli Sande and Deacon Blue.
November 2024
A selection of Take That’s greatest BBC appearances, including all their biggest hits.
October 2024
Trevor Nelson presents Beyonce and her band, who perform a special concert at the front of Television Centre.
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