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The Whistle Test YearsEpisodes

  1. 1986-1987

    Bob Harris introduces artists such as Pet Shop Boys, Dwight Yoakam and Sinead O'Connor.

  2. 1984-1985

    Bob Harris introduces clips from artists including REM, Lou Reed and Sade.

  3. 1983

    Spandau Ballet and Marillion feature in clips from the "Old Grey Whistle Test" archives.

  4. 1982

    Relive 1982 with Soft Cell, Japan, Ry Cooder and Elton John.

  5. 1981

    Including performances by U2, Adam and the Ants, Gang of Four, Scars and Eurythmics.

  6. 1980

    Bob Harris introduces clips from 1980. Including performances by The Ramones and OMD.

  7. 1979

    Iggy Pop, Blondie, Madness and Frank Zappa feature among the clips from 1979.

  8. 1978

    The compilation show features Talking Heads, Chris Rea, Dire Straits and The Jam.

  9. 1977

    Eric Clapton performs "I Shot the Sheriff" and Tom Waits sings "Small Change".

  10. 1975

    Bob Harris introduces performances by Billy Joel, Jackson Browne, John Lennon and others.(R)

  11. 1974

    Clips from 1974 include performances by Supertramp, Captain Beefheart and Stevie Wonder.