Just watched the repeat of "The Richest Songs In he World" before it went from iPlayer, and it struck me what a good presenter Mark Radcliffe is. Can't think of a better current music presenter off-hand.
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Quote: George Kaplan @ September 2 2013, 8:46 PM BSTJust watched the repeat of "The Richest Songs In he World" before it went from iPlayer, and it struck me what a good presenter Mark Radcliffe is. Can't think of a better current music presenter off-hand.
The Righteous Brothers twice in the top 5!
Quote: Gordon Bennett @ September 2 2013, 8:50 PM BSTThe Righteous Brothers twice in the top 5!
Yeah, though not as song writers.
Here's an article with the list:
http://www.celebritynetworth.com/articles/entertainment-articles/the-10-richest-songs-of-all-time/
Quote: George Kaplan @ September 2 2013, 8:46 PM BSTJust watched the repeat of "The Richest Songs In he World" before it went from iPlayer, and it struck me what a good presenter Mark Radcliffe is. Can't think of a better current music presenter off-hand.
Yep - and Stuart Maconie.
Do they still have their afternoon show on 6Music? Both very knowledgeable DJs.
Quote: Chappers @ September 2 2013, 9:36 PM BSTYep - and Stuart Maconie.
Do they still have their afternoon show on 6Music? Both very knowledgeable DJs.
Yes - I like them both.
Recommendations:
1 - Nightingale, Da Bank (Dance)
2 - Harris (Americana/Country), Radcliffe (Folk)
3 - Kennedy, Duran (World) Shipton (Jazz)
6 - Cerys Matthews (Eclectic/Blues), Radcliffe/Maconie and Guy Garvey (Indie/rock)
BBC Radio London - Crowley (Indie)
BBC Radio Scotland - Ricky Ross (Country)
Quote: Horseradish @ September 2 2013, 10:06 PM BSTYes - I like them both.
Recommendations:
1 - Nightingale, Da Bank (Dance)
2 - Harris (Americana/Country), Radcliffe (Folk)
3 - Kennedy, Duran (World) Shipton (Jazz)
6 - Cerys Matthews (Eclectic/Blues), Radcliffe/Maconie and Guy Garvey (Indie/rock)BBC Radio London - Crowley (Indie)
BBC Radio Scotland - Ricky Ross (Country)
I just love Cerys's voice. I can't help smiling in a nice way whenever I hear her.
Quote: Chappers @ September 2 2013, 10:59 PM BSTI just love Cerys's voice. I can't help smiling in a nice way whenever I hear her.
I really love her speaking voice. It is great on a Sunday morning.
And in this age of formulaic dross, her programme should be the blueprint for imaginative music radio.
Bought this today:
Quote: Gordon Bennett @ September 7 2013, 10:18 PM BSTBought this today:
But aren't they Scottish Nationalists? 
Bought this today:
Two CDs and one DVD!
Quote: George Kaplan @ September 2 2013, 8:46 PM BSTJust watched the repeat of "The Richest Songs In he World" before it went from iPlayer, and it struck me what a good presenter Mark Radcliffe is. Can't think of a better current music presenter off-hand.
Amen to that
He's ace isn't he?
Criminally underused
I can even listen to his shows even though I hate most of the music he plays!
He doesn't waffle inanely like other plastic robotic presenters
Quote: lofthouse @ September 9 2013, 9:28 PM BSTAmen to that
He's ace isn't he?
Criminally underused
I can even listen to his shows even though I hate most of the music he plays!
He doesn't waffle inanely like other plastic robotic presenters
He's blokey in a good way, and knows his stuff.
Terry Callier - Ordinary Joe
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H4MycGkb7Hw
Shuggie Otis - Strawberry Letter 23
Quote: Gordon Bennett @ September 9 2013, 6:05 PM BSTBought this today:
Two CDs and one DVD!
And a cracking set it is too, this remains my favourite Marillion DVD bar none. Not being in it helps with that, of course! 
Quote: radiat10n @ September 10 2013, 3:46 PM BSTAnd a cracking set it is too, this remains my favourite Marillion DVD bar none. Not being in it helps with that, of course!
How many Marillion concert videos do you own, radiat10n?