12/07/2009

Synopsis

He's on the wireless with music you've probably forgotten, and a competition with a prize like no other...Paul O'Grady's programme is bursting with character, just like its host!

Take part: email paulogrady@bbc.co.uk and tell him about the people who have made a real difference to your life. If you have a suggestion for three great Motown tracks, then let Paul know. And if you're a fan of Northern Soul music, then send us your favourites for the weekly triple.

Paul O'Grady on Radio 2, he's what the wireless was made for.

Tracklist

1. Yazz — The Only Way Is Up

   Now 1988, EMI RECORDS

2. Benny Andersson Orchestra — Story Of A Heart

   CD Single, Polydor

3. José 'El Canario' Alberto — And I Love Her

   Tropical Tribute To The Beatles, RM

4. Shirley Bassey — Never Never Never

   Shirley Basey The Singles, EMI

5. Frankie & The Classicals — What Shall I Do

   The Best Northern Soul All-Nighter, Virgin

6. Doni Burdick — Bari Track

   The Best Northern Soul All-Nighter, Virgin

7. Patrice Holloway — Love and Desire

   Leapers, Sleepers & Creepers, Kent

8. Dionne Warwick — (They Long To Be) Close To You

   Heartbreaker, BMG

9. Johnnie Ray — You Don't Owe Me A Thing

   Rediscover The 50's Rock With The C, OLD GOLD

10. Patricia Kaas — If You Go Away

    Cd Single, COLUMBIA

11. Frank Ifield — She Taught Me How To Yodel

    The Best Of The Emi Years, COLUMBIA

12. Blondie — Atomic

    Blondie Greatest Hits, Capitol

13. Cilla Black — Day By Day

    Cilla, The Best Of 1963 78, EMI

14. Mel Blanc — I Taut I Taw A Puddy Tat

    Hello Children Everywhere, EMI

15. Pink Martini — Let's Never Stop Falling In Love

    Hang On Little Tomato, WRASSE RECORDS

16. The Isley Brothers — I Guess I'll Always Love You

    Heartbeat: Love Me Tender, (Various

17. The Elgins — Put Yourself In My Place

    Big Motown Hits & Hard To Find Clas, Tamla Motown

18. The Temptations — Get Ready

    Soul Legends, TAMLA MOTOWN

19. Tom Jones — Help Yourself

    Tom Jones - The Greatest Hits, Universal

20. The Pussycat Dolls — Perhaps, Perhaps, Perhaps

    Doll Domination, Interscope

21. Petula Clark — Colour My World

    We Love The Pirates, CASTLE

22. The Manhattan Transfer — Up A Lazy River

    Couldn't Be Hotter, TELARC

Broadcast

1. Sun 12 Jul 2009
   17:00
   BBC Radio 2