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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 6h

Can't share it yet but the next issue of Shindig! magazine has a tremendous review of Rock & Pop on British TV.

Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 12h

Don't get this idea of supermarkets and bakeries selling unwrapped bread on open shelves. You'd think after Covid … At least put it in a paper bag.

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Okay, who can work out what the programme is this time? Another extract from my book Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History (available now).

Extract from the book Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History by Jeff Evans. More information from jeffevans.co.uk.

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Ian Geordie Clark @ian-geordie-clark.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Great songwriter and artist who also championed the early days of punk in the UK. There were some great moments on his show, like this superb performance of ‘All Around The World’ by The Jam. #MarcBolan #TheJam youtu.be/qv5gkJ424GE?...

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The Jam - All around the world

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Jeff Alworth @beervana.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

As a follow-up to the podcast on Pliny the Elder and its role in shaping American IPA, let’s remember another landmark beer that debuted 30 years ago. More regional and less buzzy, BridgePort IPA was nevertheless a very important building block in the development of hoppy American ales.

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Another Landmark IPA Debuted 30 Years Ago — Beervana

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

'a nostalgic and celebratory trip through the moments when millions of viewers gathered together to watch music history unfold' – Vintage Rock magazine Available now through all the usual outlets and online retailers. Signed copies can be ordered via jeffevans.co.uk

Cover of book Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History, by Jeff Evans, with a foreword by Jools Holland. Published 24 September by Lightning Tree Publishing. More information from jeffevans.co.uk.

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archivetvmusings @archivetvmusings.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Wogan (28th September 1987). Carl Wayne kicks off the celebration of 20 Years of Radio 1 with a performance of Flowers in the Rain.

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Last day of the cricket season. ☹️

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

Another bit of fun. See if you can work out which programme is being described in this redacted extract from Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History (available now!).

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

On sale now. Available via all the usual retailers and online suppliers but, if you'd like a signed copy, please use the link below. It’ll be post-free too! shorturl.at/dIdDW

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Tim Thomas @timofnewbury.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Hey Pop Pickers! A complimentary article in the Arts & Entertainment section of the Newbury Weekly News about the latest book from Jeff Evans - Rock & Pop on British TV: the definitive history (foreword by Jools Holland) @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social

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Mark Mod Lang @markmodlang.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

T Wells fair tomorrow boys and girls. Could well be the last time. Tons of John Peel Archive stuff etc etc.

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19th Nervous Breakdown (2)

ALT: 19th Nervous Breakdown (2)

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Bit of fun. See if you can work out which programme is being described in this redacted extract from Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History (available now by the way!).

Extract from the book Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History by Jeff Evans. Signed copies available from jeffevans.co.uk.

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Talking Pictures TV @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

We’re delighted that the incredibly talented ALISTAIR MCGOWAN is joining us at our #TPTV Hebden Bridge Festival of Film & TV Christmas Roadshow Sat 5th & Sun 6th December 2026. Tickets on sale! Call 0808 178 8212 or online: buff.ly/H5KsjpR

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Old British Telly @oldbritishtelly.co.uk · 25/09/2026

[1971] The Settlers - The English folk-oriented music group from the West Midlands perform their most successful record, "The Lightning Tree", which was used as the theme tune of the TV series Follyfoot.

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Didn't realise when we set the publication date for the book as today that it was on this day that Jack Good – the godfather of pop music on TV – died in 2017. I was lucky to spend some time with him a couple of years earlier.

Image of Jack Good, producer of Six-Five Special and Oh Boy!

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Old British Telly @oldbritishtelly.co.uk · 24/09/2026

[1965] A Hard Day’s Night - Comedy version of The Beatles song in which Peter Sellers recites the lyrics in the style of Laurence Olivier in the film Richard III. It became a UK Top 20 hit in 1965.

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Yaroslava @strategywoman.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

A new bookstore opened in Kyiv. I visited it today. russian drones burn warehouses full of books and damage whatever they can reach. A new bookstore opened in Kyiv. russia will never win.

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Prof Frank McDonough @fxmc1957.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

24 September 1984. Last episode of the popular 1950s retro American sitcom Happy Days featuring Henry Winkler as Fonzie was broadcast on US ABC-TV. It had run for 255 half-hour episodes since 15 January 1974. youtube.com/watch?v=slvG...

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happy days theme song original complete

YouTube video by dolcebimbp Francesco C.

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Published today! Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History 'Brilliantly researched and very readable' – Jools Holland Available via all the usual retailers and online suppliers. Signed copies can be ordered via shorturl.at/dIdDW

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DFT @dftpnk02.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Top of the Pops schedule for 9 October 19:00 (26/05/2000) 19:30 (02/06/2000) 20:00 (06/10/1977) 20:30 (11/10/1984) Belle & Sebastian’s debut on the second 2000 edition. www.bbc.co.uk/schedules/p0... #TOTP

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BBC Four - Schedules, Friday 9 October 2026

This is the daily broadcast schedule for BBC Four

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Kevin M. Kruse @kevinmkruse.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

We used to be a proper planet, one that rewarded its top scholars in style.

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Talking Pictures TV @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

It’s coming up fast! Sunday 4th October (just 10 days to go!) The #TPTV FESTIVAL OF FILM & TV at the Tivoli, Wimborne. A day of good old fashioned Film & TV fun! Star guests, lost films & live entertainment! Call the Box Office 01202 855 566 or online: buff.ly/7cVuJiD

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Publication day tomorrow. If you'd like a signed copy, please use the link below. It’ll be post-free too! Otherwise, available via all the usual retailers and online suppliers. shorturl.at/dIdDW

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Roger Protz @rogerprotz.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

One thing we CAN thank Carlsberg for: they gifted a historic set of Union barrels to Thornbridge. A gift that keeps on giving. This collab with Sheffield's exceptional St Mars of the Desert will be one to look out for!

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The Who This Month @thewhothismonth.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

From TheWho.com: We are delighted to announce that due to an instant sell-out of tickets for the the 2 December show, a second night of this great event taking place the following day 3 December 2026. Tickets will go on sale at 10:00am BST Friday 25 September via the ticket Link gigst.rs/BHLIM3Dec

Stand By Me: Bob Harris: A Celebration of Life in Music 03 December 2026. Extra night added due to phenominal demand. Performances from: Roger Daltrey, Robert Plant, Carly Pearce, Albert Lee, Joe Brown, Bears Den, Beth Nielsen Chapman, Seth Lakeman, Marty Joseph, Elles Bailey, Saving Grace. Royal Albert Hall London.

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archivetvmusings @archivetvmusings.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

It's Lulu (22nd September 1973). It's The Kinks and Lola.

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Today in 1978 the Boomtown Rats were the first band to appear in the series Rock Goes to College.

Radio Times clipping from 1978 for the programme Rock Goes to College, featuring the Boomtown Rats at Middlesex Polytechnic.

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Just found this in a 1968 TV Times. How Tony Blackburn saw himself 20 years into the future.

Picture of Tony Blackburn with grey hair and the caption: 'Sees himself as a mature interviewer and a new Eamonn Andrews figure'.

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Glamorgan Cricket @glamcricket.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

End of an extraordinary chapter ❤️ After 11 unforgettable years at Sophia Gardens, Colin Ingram retires from all forms of cricket, but stays with us as he moves into coaching within the Club 🙌 🔗 bit.ly/4ycjBky #OhGlammyGlammy

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The Beatles Bible 🍏 @beatlesbible.com · 22/09/2026

"When a man buys a ticket for a magical mystery tour, he knows what to expect. We guarantee him a trip of a lifetime, and that's just what he gets: the incredible Magical Mystery Tour!" Watch the scene, filmed on 22 September 1967, here: www.beatlesbible.com/1967/09/22/f...

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22 September 1967: Filming: Magical Mystery Tour | The Beatles Bible

Article on the fourth day of filming for Magical Mystery Tour in West Malling, Kent, on the Beatles Bible website.

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archivetvmusings @archivetvmusings.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Top of the Pops (21st September 1978). Buzzcocks kick off the show with Ever Fallen in Love (With Someone You Shouldn't've).

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

55 years ago today: the first edition of The Old Grey Whistle Test. A year later, it had a new presenter, whose first day on the job didn't go quite as planned. Much more about the show in Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History, published on Thursday. More details: shorturl.at/dIdDW

Extract from the book Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History by Jeff Evans. Foreword by Jools Holland. More details from jeffevans.co.uk.

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Old British Telly @oldbritishtelly.co.uk · 20/09/2026

[1975] Shang-a-Lang - Series starring the Scottish band, the Bay City Rollers. Featuring comedy sketches and performances of their songs to a live studio audience made up of their teenage fans. First episode with guests Lieutenant Pigeon. www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6Di8LTyLsI

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Shang A Lang Episode 1

The Bay City Rollers- Shang A Lang (Episode 1) From 1st April 1975 the very first episode of The Bay City Roller TV Series 'Shang A Lang' with guests Lieuten...

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

In the sixties, the weekend started here. Television House (as was) on Kingsway, London. The home of Ready, Steady, Go! Read all about it when the book is published on Thursday! More info here: shorturl.at/dIdDW

Picture of the former Associated-Rediffusion HQ on Kingsway, London, from where Ready, Steady, Go! was broadcast in the sixties. Also features Jeff Evans, author of Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History. More information available at jeffevans.co.uk.

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Did you know that there could have been a Top of the Pops nightclub? Here's what producer/director Chris Cowey had in mind. Read more in Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History, published next Thursday. More info here: shorturl.at/dIdDW #totp

Extract from the book Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History, by Jeff Evans. Foreword by Jools Holland. More information from jeffevans.co.uk.

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

@thornbridge.bsky.social excelling as usual with these two German styles.

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Orbit Beers @orbitbeers.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Join us for the Harvest Festival at Orbit Taproom - 26th September 🍻 Our new Festbier will be on the bar alongside two guest beers from Germany (Zötler & Allgauer), with Dragon Flame bbq specials, a conkers tournament, UWS DJ Set, & collections for Southwark Food Bank. share.google/fe6pYuV1Mn4a...

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Six days to go before publication. Orders being taken now. If you'd like a signed copy, please use the link below. It’ll be post-free too! Otherwise, available via all the usual retailers and online suppliers. shorturl.at/dIdDW

Stack of the book Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History by Jeff Evans. Foreword by Jools Holland. Signed copies can be ordered via jeffevans.co.uk.

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Dermot Kennedy @dermotkennedy1.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Steep uphill walk to the Blake Tavern but worth it. Troubling news is that owner has sold to pub company and sign has now appeared on wall looking for tenants. Barman worries that new tenant may not have same commitment to good ale. Fine pint of Neepsend Blonde. Victorian features are unchanged.

Red brick corner pub with green painted fascia, inn sign on wall and new sign saying "Could you run this pub".

Side room with wood and stained glass screen and pub furniture with view through archway to main bar and bar counter.

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Roger Protz @rogerprotz.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

#CaskAleWeek starts today until 27 Sept. A record 10k pubs signed up, a spotlight on Cask Ale reflecting interest in our national drink & younger drinkers. On offer free tasters, classics/new brews, ale trails, Beer & Brewery Of The Day. Boost for #Pubs. Details: National Cask Ale Week: Home

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Alex @skyblue1967.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Bass only £1 a bottle in Morrisons? Seems very cheap. Oh it's been reduced to 3.4% abv. I hope the 4.4% cask version is unchanged. Tbh this is taking the piss a bit.

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

55 years ago today, The Partridge Family was first seen on BBC1. The show that introduced David Cassidy. The BBC dropped it after only half a series. Bad timing. Just a few months later Cassidy was all over the charts as a solo performer. ITV – understandably – picked it up instead.

Radio Times programme entry for The Partridge Family, starring David Cassidy.

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Robert Franks @robertfranks.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

My signed copy arrived today. Cheers Jeff!!

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

One week to go before publication. Orders being taken now. If you'd like a signed copy, please use the link below. It’ll be post-free too! Otherwise, available via all the usual retailers and online suppliers. shorturl.at/dIdDW

Stack of copies of the book Rock & Pop on British TV: The Definitive History by Jeff Evans, with foreword by Jools Holland. To order signed copies go to jeffevans.co.uk.

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Tim Worthington @outonbluesix.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Lee And Herring presenting Top Of The Pops at the height of Britpop. You probably couldn't get more mid-nineties if you tried. timworthington.org/2019/06/20/t...

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Jeff Evans @jeffevanswriter.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Here's a fun question for beer fans. This glass was created for the launch of which beer? Clue: It's no longer around but I've filled it with the same colour beer. From a big brewery. 21 years ago.

An unusual shaped, unbranded glass containing an amber-coloured beer.

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Old British Telly @oldbritishtelly.co.uk · 16/09/2026

[1960] Birth of a Building – BBC Television Centre – A short film showing the construction of BBC Television Centre throughout the 1950s, including shots of what the site looked like pre-TVC, and a glimpse of old British building practices. www.youtube.com/watch?v=vrRnyECvExo

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Birth of a Building - BBC Television Centre

A short film showing the building of BBC Television Centre in the 1950s.

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