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Marty Wilde

Episode 5 of 12

Russell Davies interviews singer and songwriter Marty Wilde.

Russell Davies interview A-list legends of music, art, comedy and film. As part of the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ's Rock 'n' Roll America season, Russell meets one of Britain's leading stars of the era, Marty Wilde.

Marty recalls his early days as a performer on the club circuit before he scored his first hit with "Endless Sleep" in 1958. He discusses the impact of British rock and roll, his role in the movement which became a global cultural phenomenon and how it influenced his children's musical careers, notably daughter Kim.

He speaks to Russell about film, alongside a soundtrack inspired by and including his work.

57 minutes

Last on

Mon 6 Jul 2015 23:00

Music Played

  • Marty Wilde

    Endless Sleep

  • Marty Wilde

    Bad Boy

  • The Vernons Girls

    We Like Boys

  • The Wilde Three

    Since You've Gone

  • Shannon / Marty Wilde

    Abergavenny

  • Kim Wilde & Marty Wilde

    Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word

Broadcast

  • Mon 6 Jul 2015 23:00