Top of the Pops Archives - Desperate Living

The unexpected problem with library music is that it allows familiar tunes to suddenly turn up in the most unexpected of places.

Harking back to the festive hits of yesteryear, a controversial band make an unexpected and effective stab at wholesome respectability.

A dynamic and irresistible pre-superstardom full-show performance on the legendary German TV show.

An oddball novelty number cashing in on the huge success of the Fab Four.

The story of a novelty record cashing in on a passing TV commercial fad.

The rise and fall of British TV’s most notoriously raunchy dance troupe and brief pop music sensations.

A bizarre version of the nihilistic country anthem by the BBC’s most wholesome star.

Shameless sexploitation used to sell decidedly unsexy music to wannabe swingers.

The innocent joys of disposable pop music from the past, as featured on a new box set.

Looking back at the heyday of the randomly thrown together disco collection LP from K-Tel or Ronco.

Remembering the classic comedy team and their string of hit singles.

Celebrating Europe’s finest Europop diva and uber-kitsch disco pioneer.