Supersonic (October 25, 1975) Show 8 - ITV1
- Oct 25, 1975
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Show Overview Supersonic was a British television music programme that aired on ITV from 1975 to 1977. Produced by London Weekend Television, it featured popular artists of the era performing their current hits in front of a teenage studio audience. The show was known for its energetic, behind-the-scenes production style with visible cameras and gallery shots, and served as one of ITV’s main attempts to rival the BBC’s Top of the Pops.
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Show 8 | The ninth episode (eighth regular show) of the music series Supersonic, broadcast on ITV1. This episode continued the high-energy format with a strong lineup of glam, rock, and pop acts popular in late October 1975. |
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The show delivered a dynamic mix of returning favourites and current hits, reflecting the vibrant British music scene of the period. | Performers & Songs • Gary Glitter – Papa Oom Mow Mow • Marianne Faithfull – Dreamin' My Dreams • Nazareth – Holy Roller • Justin Hayward and John Lodge – Blue Guitar • Pearly Gates – Make It My Business (To Get You Boy) • Gary Glitter – Satan's Daughter • Roxy Music – Love is the Drug |
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