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Procol Harum

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Group. Formed 1967.

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Biography

Procol Harum are a British rock band, formed in the 1960s, who contributed to the development of progressive rock, and by extension, symphonic rock. Their best-known recording is their 1967 single "A Whiter Shade of Pale." Although noted for its classical influence, Procol Harum's music also embraces the blues and pop.

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  1. Victory for Whiter Shade organist

    Thu 30 Jul 2009 17:46

    Procol Harum organist Matthew Fisher wins his long battle to be recognised as...

  2. Law Lords to hear Harum case

    Wed 22 Apr 2009 17:24

    A founding member of 1960s rock group Procol Harum, asks the House of Lords to decide...

  3. Whiter Shade 'most played' song

    Mon 13 Apr 2009 17:19

    Procol Harum's A Whiter Shade of Pale is found to be the most played song in public...

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  1. Suggest a story

    Sat 6 Dec 2008 17:00 Like it says on those name badges: "How can I help you?" If you want to know more... Jennifer Tracey

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  1. Shine On Brightly 2009

    Shine On Brightly: 40th Anniversary Series

    Reviewed by Daryl Easlea

    Listen to this and understand why Procol Harum was so feted.

  2. Secrets Of The Hive

    Secrets of the Hive: The Best of Procol Harum (disc 1)

    Reviewed by Chris Jones

    Time to trip the light fandango again...

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  1. A Whiter Shade Of Pale
    BBC Radio 2 | Chris Evans 01/12/2009
     

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Since December 2008

  1. Steve Wright's afternoon show with special guests, music and a host of other features

    Steve Wright in the Afternoon BBC Radio 2

  2. A late-night mix of live sessions, celebrity guests and listener interaction

    The Radcliffe & Maconie Show BBC Radio 2

  3. Weekday fun with features and live sessions from Gideon

    Gideon Coe BBC 6 Music

  4. The very best of music from the 1960s, from the hits to the totally obscure

    Sounds of the 60s BBC Radio 2

  5. Chris Evans' drivetime slot, with laughter-inducing chat and music

    Chris Evans BBC Radio 2

  6. Join Chris for regular great music and a new documentary on every show

    Chris Hawkins BBC 6 Music

  7. Programme taking a look at the music releases from this week in the past

    Pick of the Pops BBC Radio 2

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Since December 2008

  1. BBC Radio 2 100%

  2. BBC 6 Music 45%

  3. BBC Radio Ulster 9%

  4. BBC 1Xtra 4%

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