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31/12/1981
Mike Read presents the hits of 1981, in a show first broadcast on 31 December 1981. Includes appearances from Adam & the Ants, John Lennon, Roxy Music, Aneka, The Police, The Specials, Joe Dolce, Julio Iglesias, Bucks Fizz, Soft Cell and The Human League.
Last on
Wed 14 Feb 201801:15
Music Played
Timings (where shown) are from the start of the programme in hours and minutes
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Shakin’ Stevens
This Ole House
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Adam and the Ants
Stand & Deliver
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John Lennon
Imagine
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Roxy Music
Jealous Guy
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Aneka
Japanese Boy
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The Police
Every Little Thing She Does Is Magic
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The Specials
Ghost Town
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Joe Dolce Music Theatre
Shaddap You Face
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Julio Iglesias
Begin The Beguine
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Bucks Fizz
Making Your Mind Up
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Dave Stewart & Barbara Gaskin
It's My Party
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Michael Jackson
One Day In Your Life
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Smokey Robinson
Being With You
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Shakin’ Stevens
Green Door
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Soft Cell
Tainted Love
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John Lennon
Woman
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Adam and the Ants
Prince Charming
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The Human League
Don't You Want Me
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Queen & David Bowie
Under Pressure
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Mike Read |
| Producer | Michael Hurll |
| Director | Gordon Elsbury |
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