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Duration: 1 hour, 56 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 23^rd Apr 2017, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 25^th Apr 2017, 00:00 on BBC Radio 2

The founder of the Cornbury Festival, Hugh Phillimore, shares his memories of a decade spent immersed in music - including a holiday job packing vinyl. Show more

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Special Guest: Jackson Browne

Duration: 1 hour, 55 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 27^th Jun 2021, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2

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Back to one of the music's finest decades with Johnnie curating some amazing tracks.

And his guest is Jackson Browne, direct from California, discussing his incredible career. Show more

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Angus Thirlwell

Duration: 1 hour, 56 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 16^th Dec 2018, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 18^th Dec 2018, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Angus Thirlwell knows chocolate. He also knows his 70's music! Angus joins Johnnie to recall his memories of the 1970s and play his favourite tracks.

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Andy Fairweather Low

Duration: 1 hour, 56 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 15^th Dec 2019, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 17^th Dec 2019, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

The Wide Eyed and Legless singer remembers recording and touring in the 70s. Show more

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Nigel Clark

Duration: 1 hour, 56 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 4^th Sep 2016, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 6^th Sep 2016, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Johnnie hears the 70s memories of Nigel Clark, lead singer of Britpop band Dodgy. Show more

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MusicClassic Pop & Rock

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Sir Rod Stewart

Duration: 1 hour, 56 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 8^th Dec 2019, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 10^th Dec 2019, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Sir Rod Stewart shares his favourite 70s tracks and memories of the decade. Show more

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MusicClassic Pop & Rock

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

David Essex

Duration: 1 hour, 55 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 19^th Jan 2020, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 21^st Jan 2020, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

David Essex shares his 70s memories. Show more

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Cerys Matthews

Duration: 1 hour, 56 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 1^st Dec 2019, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 3^rd Dec 2019, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Cerys Matthews shares her favourite 70s records from across the globe. Show more

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

12/04/2020

Duration: 1 hour, 57 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 12^th Apr 2020, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 14^th Apr 2020, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Johnnie Walker plays classic tracks from the 70s.

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MusicClassic Pop & Rock

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Richard Jobson (The Skids)

Duration: 1 hour, 56 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 18^th Mar 2018, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 20^th Mar 2018, 00:00 on BBC Radio 2

Richard Jobson from 70s punk rock and new wave band The Skids joins Johnnie live to share his memories of the decade. Show more

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MusicClassic Pop & Rock

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Jim Lea

Duration: 1 hour, 56 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 15^th Jan 2017, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 17^th Jan 2017, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Slade bassist and songwriter Jim Lea joins Johnnie to share his memories of the decade, including the moment he found out Slade had their first number one. Show more

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Special Guest: Dennis Locorriere from Dr Hook

Duration: 1 hour, 55 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 29^th Nov 2020, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 1^st Dec 2020, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Johnnie’s here, guiding through a diverse selection from the cream of 70s music. And this week back in 1979, his guest was sitting at no.1 with an absolute pop classic. Show more

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Willie Nile

Duration: 1 hour, 56 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 19^th May 2019, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 21^st May 2019, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Singer songwriter Willie Nile shares his 1970s memories and plays his choice of 70s tunes. Show more

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MusicClassic Pop & Rock

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Brian May Revisited!

Duration: 1 hour, 55 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 12^th Jul 2020, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 14^th Jul 2020, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

It's your weekly blast of expertly-curated musical memories from this incredible decade.

And we're back in the archives for a great interview with Queen's legendary guitarist. Show more

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MusicClassic Pop & Rock

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Johnnie's Jukebox Special!

Duration: 1 hour, 55 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 3^rd Jan 2021, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2

Two hours packed full with some of the best additions to Johnnie's Jukebox during 2020.

We look back on an amazing year in which you’ve chosen so many brilliant songs to add.

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Special Guest: David 'Kid' Jensen

Duration: 1 hour, 55 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 17^th Jan 2021, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2

Johnnie’s here with your weekly hand-picked playlist of Seventies favourites and rarities.

And he’s joined by a radio legend David ‘Kid’ Jensen for a chat about his new book. Show more

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

With Roger Daltrey (Radio 2 Celebrates Musicals)

Duration: 1 hour, 57 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 31^st Jan 2021, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2

The front man of rock legends The Who is here, curating a special edition of the show.

It features a selection of ‘70s songs from the greatest rock and pop musicals. Show more

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Twixmas Quiz with David Hepworth

Duration: 1 hour, 56 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 29^th Dec 2019, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 31^st Dec 2019, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Legendary music journalist David Hepworth sets the questions for Johnnie's first Twixmas Quiz. Show more

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MusicClassic Pop & Rock

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Mick Fleetwood

Duration: 1 hour, 55 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 23^rd Feb 2020, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 25^th Feb 2020, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Johnnie’s here with his expertly-curated pick of classic ‘70s tracks and forgotten gems.
His musical guest in the studio is Mick Fleetwood.
Get in touch - email: walker@bbc.co.uk Show more

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MusicClassic Pop & Rock

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Sounds of the 70s with Johnnie Walker

Bob Catley and Tony Clarkin from Magnum

Duration: 1 hour, 55 minutes

First broadcast: Sun 9^th Feb 2020, 15:00 on BBC Radio 2Latest broadcast: Tue 11^th Feb 2020, 03:00 on BBC Radio 2

Johnnie’s here with his expertly-curated pick of classic 70s tracks and forgotten gems. Studio guests Bob Catley and Tony Clarkin from Magnum select their favourite rock hits too. Show more

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