The Banana Splits Adventure Hour is a cult TV show from the 1960s that follows a redheaded woman and her three nephews as they embark on various adventures on an island. With the help of the anthropomorphic animal band, the Banana Splits, they encounter pirates, sword fights, and a dash of surrealism.
The X Factor is a popular reality TV show where aspiring singers from all over the world compete for a chance to win a record deal. The contestants are judged by a panel of experts who critique their performances and provide feedback. The show also provides behind-the-scenes glimpses of the contestants' journeys as they strive to achieve their dream of becoming successful musicians.
Live & Kicking was a BBC Saturday morning children's magazine programme, running from 1993 to 2001. The fourth in a succession of Saturday morning shows, it was the replacement for Going Live!, and took many of its features from it, such as phone-ins, games, comedy, competitions and the showing of cartoons. Once Live & Kicking had become established in series two, it reached its height in popularity during series four, when it was presented by Zoë Ball and Jamie Theakston; their final episode won a BAFTA award. After this the series ratings dropped with the launch of SMTV Live on ITV and was eventually cancelled in 2001.
California Dreams is a sitcom that follows a group of high school friends as they come together to form a band and chase their dreams of music stardom. Set in sunny California, the show explores the ups and downs of teenage life, including friendship, relationships, and the pursuit of success
Jem is a TV show about a group of girls who lead double lives as a rock band. They use high-tech hologram technology to perform and compete against their rivals in the music industry. Along the way, they navigate personal rivalries, insecurities, and the challenges of maintaining their secret identities.
This documentary explores the touring years of The Beatles, from their early days in Liverpool to their rise to global fame in the 1960s. It showcases their unprecedented success, the impact of their music on pop culture, and the challenges they faced as a band.
Love & Mercy tells the story of Brian Wilson, the lead singer and songwriter of The Beach Boys. The movie explores his successes with highly influential orchestral pop albums, as well as his struggles with mental illness and an abusive father. It delves into his nervous breakdown and his encounter with a psychotherapist who helps him regain control over his life.
CD:UK was a British music television programme. Originally run in conjunction with SMTV Live, the programme first aired on ITV on 29 August 1998 to rival the BBC's Live & Kicking and was the replacement for The Chart Show, which had been airing on the network for nine and a half years. In contrast to its predecessor, which only showed promo videos, CD:UK was broadcast live on Saturday mornings with a studio audience and featured live performances, as well as star interviews and competitions. It also featured the Saturday Chart, which although was unofficial, usually reflected the new chart positions a day before the official chart was announced on Radio 1. This made the BBC's long-running Top of the Pops, which aired only the night before, seem very out-of-date broadcasting the previous week's chart. CD:UK later utilised an interactive chart based on viewers' votes, called the MiTracks Countdown. From 1999 to 2004, the show was sponsored by Tizer. In 2002, the programmes was criticised for showing "raunchy" performances in a slot aimed at children, sparked by a performance of "Dirrty" by Christina Aguilera. In response, a spin-off programme entitled CD:UK Hotshots, featuring music videos which could be considered unsuitable for daytime viewing, was launched in January 2003 and broadcast overnight.
Josie and the Pussycats is a campy comedy that satirizes the music industry through the story of a small-town girl band who becomes popular and discovers a hidden conspiracy involving subliminal messages in popular music.
The BBC Radio 2 Electric Proms was an October music festival in London run by the BBC for five years, 2006–2010, with each event broadcast domestically on both radio and television.
The Sparks Brothers is a documentary that delves into the extraordinary career of the pop music duo, exploring their impact on the music industry and their unique artistic vision. From their early beginnings in the 1970s to their continued relevance today, the film takes audiences on a journey through the highs and lows of their career, showcasing their musical talent and their ability to defy genre conventions. Through interviews with the band members and other musicians, archival footage, and animated sequences, The Sparks Brothers offers an intimate look at the lives and artistry of this influential duo.
A Head Full of Dreams is a documentary about the British rock band Coldplay. It chronicles the band's journey from their humble beginnings to becoming one of the biggest music acts in the world.
Pop Idol is a British television music competition which ran on ITV from 2001 to 2003. The aim of the show was to decide the best new young pop singer in the UK based on viewer voting and participation. Two series were broadcast - one in 2001-2002 and a second in 2003. Pop Idol was subsequently put on an indefinite hiatus after "Idol" judge Simon Cowell announced the launch of the The X Factor in the UK in April 2004. The show has become an international TV franchise since, spawning multiples of Idol series worldwide. In the mean time a legal dispute arose with the makers of Popstars, which eventually led to the word "Pop" being excluded from the titles of all the spin-offs, such as American Idol, Australian Idol, Indonesian Idol, New Zealand Idol, Latin American Idol and Idols.
A chaotic comedy of Pop – creator of AGA1N, the latest debuted girl group band and Bee – a 20-year-old muddle-headed teenager that looks older than her age. Only the audience would realize that she is actually a 50 year old lady in disguise to search for true love – the only one love of her life.
In 'The Suburbans', a group of suburban misfits from the 1980s form a band and attempt to make a comeback in the music industry. Along the way, they navigate through marriage, parenthood, infidelity, and personal struggles. With a mix of comedy and drama, this movie explores themes of chasing dreams, friendship, and the nostalgia of the 90s.
Once in a Lifetime tells the story of a mentally impaired aspiring singer, who with the help of her celebrity personal assistant, competes in a song contest on Christmas and New Year's Eve. Along the way, she forms a close bond with her brother, who has cerebral palsy, and navigates the challenges of fame, love, and acceptance in a world that often underestimates her abilities.
Top of the Pops: Reloaded is a weekly children's music show broadcast as part of the Saturday morning CBBC schedule on BBC Two. It was based on the show, Top Of The Pops, following on from its predecessor Top of the Pops Saturday. It was shown on BBC Two at 11am on Saturdays and repeated at 6pm on the CBBC Channel on Sunday. Presenters included Fearne Cotton, Sam Nixon and Mark Rhodes. The show also regularly featured Radio 1 DJs JK & Joel. From episode twelve onwards, a new feature was introduced where digital viewers could press their red button to access a different choice of music. Richard Oliff was the first ever 'Dad-Dancer' to be featured on the show, performing to Mylo's Doctor Pressure.
In 'Rookies Run Amok', a group of soldiers find themselves in hilarious situations while serving in the military during the 1970s. They experience the chaos of barracks life and form a pop band to entertain their fellow soldiers. Join them on their comedic journey through military service.