Songlines - Series 9
Classic songs under the spotlight
Songlines - Series 9 - 05/05/2008
1/8. John Cavanagh uncovers the story behind Ghost Town, by The Specials. A song that's been described as the most prescient number one in British chart history.
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Songlines - Series 9 - Episode 2
Louie Louie, with its famous opening riff, is one of the most covered songs in the world. John Cavanagh unravels the truth behind those notorious muffled lyrics.
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Songlines - Series 9 - Episode 3
Always On My Mind has been covered by Brenda Lee, Elvis Presley, Willie Nelson and the Pet Shop Boys. John Cavanagh tells the story behind this enduring ballad.
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Songlines - Series 9 - Episode 4
PF Sloan's protest song Eve of Destruction was banned in 1965 but its powerful lyrics still resonate 40 years later. John Cavanagh looks at this apocalyptic vision of the planet.
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Songlines - Series 9 - Episode 5
Annie Laurie is probably Scotland's most famous love song and was a favourite with soldiers during the Crimean War. John Cavanagh looks at the origins of this evocative ballad.
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Songlines - Series 9 - Episode 6
Led Zeppelin's Stairway to Heaven is the most played song in the history of American radio. John Cavanagh tells the story behind this epic rock anthem.
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Songlines - Series 9 - Episode 8
Once an obscure song by Leonard Cohen, Hallelujah is now one of the most used songs in film and TV. John Cavanagh discovers how the cult classic became so popular.
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Songlines - Series 9 - I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)
Songlines celebrates as the Proclaimers' I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles) turns twenty. John Cavanagh talks to famous fans including Matt Lucas, David Tennant and Chris Evans.
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