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The Way They Were: Punk and the New Wave 1976-1978

Jun 1, 1986 · 1h 17m
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A compilation of performances by bands taken from his previous TV shows in the late 70's, such as "So It Goes", hosted by Tony Wilson. Featuring: Sex Pistols, Elvis Costello, Buzzcocks, John Cooper Clarke, Iggy Pop, Wreckless Eric, Ian Dury, Penetration, Blondie, Fall, Jam, Jordan, Devo, Tom Robinson Band, Johnny Thunder, Elvis Costello, XTC, Jonathan Richman, Nick Lowe, Siouxie & the Banshees, Cherry Vanilla & Magazine.

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Tony Wilson
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Iggy Pop
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Debbie Harry
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Ian Dury
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Elvis Costello
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John Cooper Clarke
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Joe Strummer
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Mick Jones
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Released
Original language
EN
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Production
Granada Television, Channel 4 Television
Country
GB
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