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London Talkback Radio 1990 - Gossip Calypso
1990 advert for London Talkback Radio.

LBC 1986 - Pyrah Programme
Advert for the Gill Pyrah show.

LBC 1984 - Milkman
Advert with voiceover by Alexei Sayle.

LBC 1979 - AM Show
Advert for the Bob & Doug breakfast show.

Don't take away my Breakaway
Classic advert from 1984.

Guinness - 1980 Toucan
The classic toucan advert from 1982.

Guinness - Bedtime Story
The classic toucan advert from 1982.

teh 0wch
Little kid owns himself. tEH ROFL!!!!!

Fivepenny Piece - Mountain Climber
First track off their 1972 self-titled album.

Polish radio - Interval signals
Here are 18 interval signals from Polish radio. Can anyone name any of the tunes? Are any of the tunes connected with Poland, their relevant cities, or even the former communist regime?

Yamaha PSS-480 demonstration tune
Eurobeat style demonstration tune from the Yamaha PSS-480. For me, this was THE demonstration tune! It was very reminiscent of the music of Stock Aitken Waterman, who were devilishly successful at the time.

Yamaha PSS-780 demonstration tune - jazz
Jazz style demonstration tune from the Yamaha PSS-780.

Yamaha PSS-160 demonstration tune - Camptown Races
Camptown Races demonstration tune from the Yamaha PSS-160.

Apache Indian - Chok There (Bombay Mix)
Released in 1993 on Island.

Rogue - Dedication
Released in 1975 in the UK on Epic, and in the Netherlands on Negram. The band also produced a version for London's Capital Radio, with the first line: Capital's our local station.

Number stations
Originally broadcast on LBC 97.3, Nick Abbot takes a couple of calls about number stations.

Violinski in 10 minutes
Their two albums - 23 songs in total - presented in a 10 minute mix. Originally 22 minutes in length, but shortened in order to fit onto YouTube.

Fast Show - Johnny Giles
Checkout girl from the Fast Show. Johnny Giles being rhyming slang for piles!

Frantic Elevators - You Know What You Told Me
The second of four singles released by Mick Hucknall's early punk/blues band. Released in 1980 on the Liverpool based Eric's Records.

Frantic Elevators - Searching For The Only One
The third of four singles released by Mick Hucknall's early punk/blues band. Released in 1981 on the Liverpool based Crackin' Up label.

Chris Cameron megamix
Chris Cameron's 1985 UK hit Is This Love in collaboration with Earth Wind & Fire's In The Stone and Michael Jackson's Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough.

Frantic Elevators - Holding Back The Years
The original 1982 recording, released on the No Waiting label. The last of four singles released by Mick Hucknall's early punk/blues band.

Mr Bean - Bodyform advert
Taken from Goodnight Mr Bean.

Nightriders - It's Only The Dog
Released on Polydor in 1966. Written by Artie Wayne and Hugh McCracken. Produced by Claire Francis.

Jagshemash kochanie!
Jagshemash! Kochanie, jagshemash!

MC Sean & Randy - I Will Survive (Or Maybe Not)
From the 12" single, released in 1990 on Champion Records.

Hermanos Anoz - Cucurrucucu Paloma
Restored from the original 1972 single.

High speed raspberry - Meow mix
Never encourage me!

Safety Pin Stuck In My Heart - Drum 'n' Bass mix
Could not resist! Nothing is sacred anymore!

As Aristotle once said
Eethoi eenay enangoodee, eegee nekay eenay tee pavilatoe.

Maze Kid - Sparta Remix
There seems to be a Sparta Remix for pretty much EVERYTHING on YouTube - but not the poor little maze kid! Well now it's his turn!

Ah f*ck! I can't believe he 's got a WKD side!
The classic WKD ad, with a tribute to the legendary Pwee28.

Before We Go - In memory of 9/11
Featured song - Before We Go by The Orchestra, from their 2001 CD No Rewind. Written by Kelly Groucutt, Eric Troyer and Parthenon Huxley.

Nick Abbot - GLR pre-launch party
Prior to the launch of GLR, various presenters were interviewed, including Nick Abbot.

Last Train To Toilets
All aboard the First TransPennine Express to Toilets. Audio courtesy of Jordy.

Stevie Riks - Perfect Day
Stevie Riks with his performance of Perfect Day.

Noel Gallagher keeps having nightmares
Stevie Riks as Liam and Noel Gallagher and Robbie Williams.

Jeff Lynne - Need Her Love
Stevie Riks as ELO frontman Jeff Lynne.

I got no echo - nothing!
You've heard the audio - now enjoy the video. Just like she says: "F*cking song!"

Nick Abbot and Chris Moyles
In May 1994, Nick Abbot was presenting his final late night show on Virgin Radio. One of his regular callers was a young Chris Moyles. For the final show, Chris decided to crash Nick's studio.

Hillsborough - Ferry Cross The Mersey
1989 charity cover version of Ferry Cross The Mersey, performed by The Christians, Holly Johnson, Paul McCartney, Gerry Marsden and Stock Aitken Waterman.

Gary Farr - In The Mud
Taken from his 1970 album Strange Fruit. The supporting players on the album include three members of the band Mighty Baby and guitarist Richard Thompson.

Stevie Riks - Hair
Here's one for Clair!

Whisper In The Night
The final track from ELO's debut 1971 album. Written by Roy Wood, and described by him as a hymn.

Nick Abbot - Eating a whole lamb
Originally broadcast on Talk Radio 1053/1089 on 24 August 1998. Nick gets a caller into trouble over his "Yo momma's so fat" jokes!

New Century Orchestra - Sea Winds
Written by Arnold Murray and Morgan Jones. Conducted by Leon Young. Published in 1964 by Francis Day & Hunter. Released on 10" 78RPM by Mood Music.

Tesco Value YouTube video
And it's in widescreen, too. Talk about value!

Star Turn on 45 Pints - Silent Night
Albert Charlton and Hampton Cummings perform a Christmas carol - with a nod to the band Bros. Knock the wall doon, bring the drums in, let's have a party!

Yambu - Sunny
Originally a hit for Bobby Hebb, and also a hit for Boney M, this Cuban disco rendition comes from Yambu's self-titled 1975 album.

The Grumbleweeds - Stool trouble
The Grumbleweeds were a British comedy and light entertainment troupe who were popular on radio and television in the 70's and 80's.

The Techniques - Who You Gonna Run To
Featuring Bruce Ruffin.

Nick Abbot - Chris from Crouch End
Nick and Chris discuss Hallowe'en.

The genius that is Stevie Riks
Stevie Riks as Freddie Mercury and Barry Gibb.

War - Groovin'
War were an American funk band, best known for the hit Low Rider. In 1985 they released a cover of the Young Rascals song Groovin'.

Radiodread - No Surprises
Easy Star All-Stars are a reggae collective, who are known for their reggae interpretations of classic albums. Here is their take on the song No Surprises, featuring reggae vocal trio The Meditations.

20 years of Nick Abbot
Nick Abbot has been heard on British radio for 20 years, and this montage will hopefully encapsulate the essence of his show.

The Orchestra - No Rewind
Slightly edited by myself, and featuring a great clip from the Reno DVD.

The Goodies - Low Suds Mold
As featured in the 1976 episode It Might As Well Be String. It's almost unbelieveable that this level of violence was permitted back then - and in the name of comedy too!

Eric Troyer - Friends To The Bitter End
This is a techno rendition of the song from Eric's 1993 CD Model Citizen. Backing track comes courtesy of The Lovefreekz Shine" (Jupiter Ace Mix).

ELO - Caught In A Trap
Following on from the previous exhibits, this one sees me attacking the B-side to Calling America. For those interested, the drum track is taken from Max Graham's dance mix of Owner Of A Lonely Heart by Yes.

Across The World - Birmingham Blues
Drawing inspiration from the Granddadbob mix of ELO's Birmingham Blues, I provide my monotonous rendition! Accompanied by some interesting views of Birmingham.

Calling America
Inspired by the BigBadBaz mix of ELO's Calling America - I decided to have a go myself. Includes a couple of scenes from Birmingham.

London Bus Pass advert
Advert from the early 80s for the London Transport bus pass.

Without Someone
A somewhat random video - recorded for the hell of it. Recorded in May 2008, on a tube journey from Edgware to Golders Green, with the train deciding to wait an eternity at Brent Cross.

Fireworks - Blind child
Advert from the early 80s, warning of the dangers of playing with fireworks.

TOCS - Intermission
Short video made by the folk over at the Terminal Overclockers forum. Featuring a fine orchestral rendition of "Tea For Two" - complete with the smooth voiceover of Ian Collins!

Never Mind The Buzzcocks - Glenn Tilbrook
The Squeeze frontman appears on the comedy music quiz show. Hosted by Mark Lamarr.

Let Me Dream Of Kylie
Here's one for Serena! Vocals by the delectable Eric Troyer, violin by the "right grand" Mik Kaminski, and a musical backdrop courtesy of the yummy Kylie!

Crossroads - opening and end credits
Recorded in either the late 70s or early 80s.

Cassius Henry - Broke
Video to the 2002 R&B single.

QC Sherry Christmas advert
Advertised on UK TV in the early 80s.

Squeeze - This Summer
Their UK #36 hit from 1995, also a #32 hit in 1996. Featuring the Fast Show comedian John Thomson.

Swimmer One - Largs Hum
Swimmer One are a music duo from Scotland. This song tells of the anguish faced by people whose lives are blighted by The Hum.

Penguin advert
Classic UK TV advert, featuring the voice of Derek Nimmo.

Sainsbury's Richmond - Smoking room
Jasmine Gardener and Lizzie Bowman, in the smoking room at Sainsbury's Richmond.

Glenn Tilbrook - Introvert
The legendary Squeeze frontman performing an early Squeeze song. Allegedly written in 1974, released as a B-side in 1984, and finally released on the compilation Big Squeeze.

Zippy Livingstone
There's not a lot of difference between the two of them!

Fluteboy - Holding Back The Years
As promised elsewhere, here is the second song I performed at the Jeremiah Bullfrog in Mill Hill. Mutley used to host the karaoke every Sunday evening. On this night it was hosted by Tom Cannon.

Aldona Giermek lookalike
All that's missing is the pink hairclip!

Bobby Sherman - Julie, Do Ya Love Me
Edited and audibly cleaned.

Fivepenny Piece - Lou-Lay-Lye
From the 1972 Album Making Tracks.

Fivepenny Piece - The Passing Of Today
From the 1972 Album Making Tracks.

Electric Light Orchestra - Hello My Old Friend
Recorded in 1983 for inclusion on the album Secret Messages, which was originally intended as a double album. The song saw eventual release in 1990 on the USA-only box set Afterglow.

Fluteboy - Another Nail In My Heart
My karaoke performance of the 1980 Squeeze hit. Recorded at the Jeremiah Bullfrog in Mill Hill. Mutley used to host the karaoke every Sunday evening. On this night it was hosted by Tom Cannon.

Capital Radio jingle - 1973
The original full length jingle from 1973, written by Roger Cook and Roger Greenaway, and performed by the band Blue Mink.

Kelly Boughtflower lookalike
Not the real Ms. Boughtflower, but a very good lookalike!

Le Crunch Bunch - Golden Delicious
1980's TV advert for French Golden Delicious apples.

Vashti Bunyan - Train Song
Originally released as a single on Columbia in May 1966. It is based on an earlier song of hers, one entitled 17 Pink Sugar Elephants.

Fluteboy - Midnight Blue
Following on from the last clip - here is Midnight Blue in its entirety, complete with backing.

Fluteboy - A quick blow
As requested, a quick burst on the flute - complete with Sainsbury's uniform. It's kind of difficult playing to a camera - a bit like playing to an audience, which makes you screw up a lot!

Young Ones - My Generation
Starring Rik Mayall, Adrian Edmondson and Nigel Planer (but not Christopher Ryan), this performance sees the lads perform a hilarious rendition of the Who classic.

Badass Mutha
A brief hiphop/funk mix thrown together my myself. Tracks included: James Brown,Funky Drummer; Lyn Collins, Think; Sam & Dave, Soul Man; Wayne Fontana, The Game Of Love; Incredible Bongo Band, Apache.

The Duke of Edinburgh's Lettuce
The Duke of Edinburgh's Lettuce was a hidden track that featured at the end of the Move album Looking On. Voiced by Roy Wood, it is a wonderful bit of wartime style humour.

Fluteboy - Nothing Rhymed
Following the farce that was Without Someone, and still in need of a haircut, I decided to be Gilbert O'Sullivan! Lonely or what!

Fluteboy - Without Someone
February 2005 - dumped and miserable, and in need of a haircut. For no reason, I decided to video myself singing along to the ELO song Without Someone. Try to enjoy it as much as I did!

The Grumbleweeds - ELO parody
The Grumbleweeds were a British comedy and light entertainment troupe who were popular on radio and television in the 80's. This clip sees them portray ELO.

Quatro advert - 1984
Quatro was an utterly synthetic sparkling fruit drink manufactured by the Coca Cola Company in the 80's. Remembered by some for the stuttered arm movement bit!

Tilney - 'o are ya!
Tilney lays into a roadside sign!

1996 Natwest advert - "Cheryl, the niece"
Subliminal advert for Natwest Bank. There were a few of these, but this one, entitled Cheryl, the niece, showed a woman literally having to fight her way into work, only to lose it with a leaflet fellow.

Fivepenny Piece - The Time Is Now
Fivepenny Piece - The Time Is Now.

ELO - All Over The World TV advert
TV advert for ELO compilation All Over The World.

WKD leg stretch advert
WKD leg stretch advert.

BBC Wales Parkour spoof
Parody of the original David Belle/BBC trailer. Starring Robert from the Rhondda.

Electric Light Orchestra Part II
UK TV advert for their debut 1991 album.

Ipso Calypso
Advert from 1980. A sweet that sought to compete with Tic-Tac. For some reason, the box itself was compatible with Lego bricks.

LBC TV advert
A TV advert for LBC radio from 1984.

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