Kirsty MacColl at the BBC
Synopsis
Described by Bono as 'the Noel Coward of our generation’, the singer and songwriter Kirsty MacColl would have turned 65 this year had her life not been tragically cut short in December 2000. Signed at the age of just 19 after being the backing singer for a failed punk band, Kirsty went on to write and record songs that spanned genres, including rockabilly, pop and South American. She had hits like A New England and Days and sang a key part in one of the nation’s favourite Christmas songs, Fairytale of New York. Respected by those who worked alongside her, including Billy Bragg, Johnny Marr, Jools Holland and many others, she has left a legacy that is still valued today. This programme brings together performances that highlight the wit and intelligence of this unique performer
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Kirsty MacColl
Self (archive footage)
Billy Bragg
Self (archive footage)
Jennifer Saunders
Self (archive footage)
Dawn French
Self (archive footage)
Steve Lillywhite
Self (archive footage)
Shane MacGowan
Self (archive footage)
Rowland Rivron
Self (archive footage)
Simon Brint
Self (archive footage)
Shaun Ryder
Self (archive footage)
Bez
Self (archive footage)
Paul Ryder
Self (archive footage)
Gary Whelan
Self (archive footage)
Mark Day
Self (archive footage)
Jools Holland
Self (archive footage)
Phill Jupitus
Self (archive footage)
Jean Newlove
Self (archive footage)
Key Information & Fast Facts
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- Original Title
- Kirsty MacColl at the BBC
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 59m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Andrew Wiltshire, Simon Goretzki
Department Leadership Roster
Andrew Wiltshire
Producer
Simon Goretzki
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What is Kirsty MacColl at the BBC about?
Described by Bono as 'the Noel Coward of our generation’, the singer and songwriter Kirsty MacColl would have turned 65 this year had her life not been tragically cut short in December 2000. Signed at the age of just 19 after being the backing singer for a failed punk band, Kirsty went on to write and record songs that spanned genres, including rockabilly, pop and South American. She had hits like A New England and Days and sang a key part in one of the nation’s favourite Christmas songs, Fairytale of New York. Respected by those who worked alongside her, including Billy Bragg, Johnny Marr, Jools Holland and many others, she has left a legacy that is still valued today. This programme brings together performances that highlight the wit and intelligence of this unique performer
Who directed Kirsty MacColl at the BBC?
Kirsty MacColl at the BBC was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Kirsty MacColl at the BBC?
The principal cast of Kirsty MacColl at the BBC includes Kirsty MacColl, Billy Bragg, Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French, Steve Lillywhite.
When was Kirsty MacColl at the BBC released and how long is it?
Kirsty MacColl at the BBC was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 59m.