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Learn about Mike Read, a broadcaster since 1976, best known for BBC Radio 1 and Top of the Pops. Find out his biography, career, books and current projects on Wikipedia.
Aug 14, 2022 · Mike Read, former Top of the Pops presenter and DJ, talks about his new project with Mike Stock, featuring heritage acts like Nik Kershaw and Toyah. He explains the inspiration behind the show, the challenges for heritage artists and the possible spin-offs.
May 10, 2024 · Michael David Kenneth Read was born 1 March 1947 in Bury, north of Manchester, the only child of a publican. [2] [3] The family moved from Manchester to Walton-on-Thames, Surrey, when he was an infant. He attended Woking Grammar School followed by a sixth-form college.
Mike Read. Read has been a broadcaster since 1976, best known for having been a DJ with BBC Radio 1, and television host for music chart series Top of the Pops, children's programme Saturday Superstore and music panel game Pop Quiz. He is also a prolific author, having written over 50 books, including his autobiography, Seize the Day.
Mike Read is a British broadcaster, writer and musician who has worked on various radio and TV shows, musicals, songs and books. He has been voted National Broadcaster of the Year ten times and has written for Cliff Richard, David Essex, Slade and more.
Mar 18, 2014 · Watch Alex Belfield's interview with Mike Read, the former BBC Radio 1 breakfast show host and Cliff Richard's musical producer. Learn about his career, controversies and opinions on music and radio.
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Mike Read, former BBC Radio 1 Breakfast Show host, talks about his time on radio, the impact of Smashie & Nicey and how he thinks the radio industry should change. Watch the video interview hosted by James Hanson and produced by Andy Bennett.
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