… at the BBC

S2026 · E1 · Jan 3, 2026

40 Duets Episode 1

These are some of the biggest and best collaborations that remain classics to this day, featuring some of the biggest stars of all time: George Michael and Aretha Franklin, Eminem and Dido, Nelly and Kelly Rowland, Peter Gabriel and Kate Bush, Meatloaf and Cher, Kenny Rogers and Dolly Parton, and Kylie and Jason. A showcase of those hits that saw artists and acts joining forces to bring something new and unique to the UK charts.

S2026 · E2 · Jan 10, 2026

Paul Young Episode 2

Paul Young looks back on a career that saw him capture the hearts of a generation of fans with enduring hits like Wherever I Lay My Hat (That’s My Home) and Love of the Common People.

S2026 · E3 · Mar 7, 2026

One-Hit Wonders at the BBC, Volume 3 Episode 3

Another celebration of the artists who lit up the charts exactly once before slipping mysteriously out of view. Featuring Jennifer Paige's sunlit classic Crush and Jimmy the Hoover's Tantalise.

S2026 · E4 · Mar 28, 2026

Show Tunes at the BBC, Volume 3 Episode 4

Elaine Paige has another treasure trove of musical theatre moments from the BBC archives. Featuring numbers from Hello, Dolly!, Les Miserables, Chess, South Pacific and more.

S2026 · E5 · Apr 18, 2026

Black British Music at the BBC, Volume 1 Episode 5

Trevor Nelson presents the first volume of a celebration of some of the very best in black British music from over the decades, featuring 40 tantalising tracks.

S2026 · E6 · Apr 25, 2026

Black British Music at the BBC, Volume 2 Episode 6

DJ Spoony selects a playlist of 40 great tracks that bring together some of the most inspiring names from the worlds of pop, soul, ska, reggae, rap and garage.

S2026 · E7 · May 9, 2026

Simply Red at the BBC Episode 7

The best of Simply Red's long list of modern soul classics and covers are captured in a collection of performances from the BBC's music archives.

S2026 · E8 · Jun 13, 2026

40 Originals at the BBC, Volume 2 Episode 8

Another celebration of the original outings of 40 classic songs that were so good, it was inevitable that they’d end up being covered by others.

S2026 · E9 · Jul 4, 2026

50 American Music Icons at the BBC Episode 9

S2026 · E10 · Jul 25, 2026

Bonnie Tyler at the BBC Episode 10

A celebration of the great Bonnie Tyler's incredible 50-year career, featuring such hits as Lost in France, Holding Out for a Hero, It's a Heartache and Total Eclipse of the Heart.

S2026 · E11 · Aug 8, 2026

Paul Heaton at the BBC Episode 11

A collection of performances and best BBC moments to celebrate Paul Heaton’s impressive career, from the Housemartins through to his solo career and a triumphant appearance at Glastonbury 2024.

S2026 · E12 · Sep 26, 2026

Chrissie Hynde and the Pretenders at the BBC Episode 12

The very best of Chrissie Hynde and the Pretenders' performances from the BBC archive, featuring classics like I'll Stand By You, Don't Get Me Wrong and 2000 Miles as well as Chrissie's solo work.

S2026 · E13 · Oct 3, 2026

Sounds of Scotland at the BBC Episode 13

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.

S2026 · E14 · Oct 10, 2026

Forty Hits of 1976 at the BBC Episode 14

A strong contender for the title of 'weirdest year in pop', 1976 marked the birth of The Sex Pistols and saw hits from the likes of Thin Lizzy, Dolly Parton, Wings, Brotherhood of Man and The Wurzels.

S2026 · E15 · Oct 17, 2026

Forty Hits of 1986 at the BBC Episode 15

Forty classic hits from 1986 taken from the BBC's archives, including George Michael, Simply Red, A-ha, Samantha Fox, Pet Shop Boys and Eurythmics.

S2026 · E16 · Oct 24, 2026

Amy Winehouse at the BBC Episode 16

A collection of memorable archive performances and rare interviews from Amy Winehouse to mark the 20th anniversary of her stunning second album, Back to Black.