What did The Old Grey Whistle Test mean?

The name was derived from a Tin Pan Alley phrase. Whenever a new record was pressed up, it would be played to doormen. They were know as Old Greys, because they wore grey suits. If they could remember a song after one or two plays and whistle the tune, then the record was said to have passed The Old Grey Whistle Test.

Who was the first act on The Old Grey Whistle Test?

The first presenter of The Old Grey Whistle Test was rock journalist Richard Williams. Williams explained the title in the Radio Times: “before a new record is released a rough mix is played to the grey-haired doormen.

Was Jools Holland on The Old Grey Whistle Test?

Jo Brand narrates a profile which celebrates the life and times of the BBC’s first flagship live music programme, The Old Grey Whistle Test, which ran from 1971 to 1987….Credits.

Role Contributor
Participant Bob Harris
Participant Annie Nightingale
Participant Jools Holland
Participant Mark Radcliffe

What is The Old Grey Whistle Test logo?

The Old Grey Whistle Test (usually abbreviated to Whistle Test or OGWT) was a British television music show. It was commissioned by David Attenborough and aired on BBC2 from 1971 to 1988….

The Old Grey Whistle Test
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Created by Rowan Ayers

Who sang with Meat Loaf on The Old Grey Whistle Test?

The Old Grey Whistle Test, 1978 Performing the iconic title track “Bat Out Of Hell”, Meat Loaf is later joined by special guest Karla DeVito for an explosive performance of “Paradise By The Dashboard Light”, a romantic epic told in three parts.

Who fronted The Old Grey Whistle Test?

Hosted by Bob Harris, this live studio show features music, special guests and rare archive to mark 30 years since the legendary series was last broadcast.