Top of the Pops

The Story of 1986

Specials    Episode 120
July 6, 2018    60m
How did the decline of the young guns of the early 80s, the advent of house, the big bang in the money markets and political fatigue on the left make their mark - or not - on the nation's most popular music show?

Paul Heaton, Mick Hucknall, Sinitta, The Communards and Swing Out Sister are among the acts that steer us through the changes impacting Britain, the music industry and the BBC's long-serving pop powerhouse in 1986.

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Cast of The Story of 1986
  • Fearne CottonHost
  • Reggie YatesHost

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