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At the BBC had an episode air on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at 8:45pm. Series 2026, Episode 13 titled "Chrissie Hynde and the Pretenders at the BBC" was broadcast on BBC Two.

Archive performances trace the Pretenders' career, moving from the number one hit Brass in Pocket through I'll Stand by You to the enduring Christmas favourite 2000 Miles. The selection extends beyond the core band to highlight Chrissie Hynde's collaborations with Rufus Wainwright, Neneh Cherry, and Cher. She also fronts UB40 for Breakfast in Bed and I Got You Babe. The collection spans decades of work, placing Hynde's vocal presence alongside a varied roster of musical partners. The programme concludes with these joint performances, offering a look at her work outside the group's primary discography.

Programme Information

Channel: BBC Two
Status: Running
Genre(s): Music
Runtime: 75 minutes
Rating: N/A/10

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Episode Details

Series: 2026
Episode: 13
Episode Title: Chrissie Hynde and the Pretenders at the BBC
Air Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Air Time: 8:45pm
Runtime: 75 minutes

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S2026E12: Paul Heaton at the BBC
Aired: Saturday, August 8, 2026

One of Britain's most prolific and successful singer-songwriters of the past four decades, Paul Heaton started his career as frontman of the Housemartins and then formed the Beautiful South. This collection of performances and best BBC moments celebrates Paul's impressive career and features the man himself explaining the context and back stories behind some of his best-loved hits. From the Housemartins' debut release Sheep to Fish and Chip Supper from his latest album and a triumphant appearance at Glastonbury in 2024 that featured a reunion with ex-bandmate Norman 'Fatboy Slim' Cook.

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