Top of the Pops

The edition, which debuted on 24 May 1990, was presented by Anthea Turner as the British programme’s host. The broadcast included live musical performances from a selection of artists. Featured well‑known acts comprised Beats International, En Vogue and the B‑52s.

The broadcast in question is a television episode that first went to air on the 24th of May 1990. Classified as a programme and listed under the episode genre, it forms part of the regular output that television channels scheduled at the time. Its entry in the broadcast schedule marks the specific date on which viewers could tune in for this particular edition. The episode was fronted by Anthea Turner, who took on the presenting duties for the night. Her role involved introducing the musical segments that made up the core of the show. The programme showcased live performances from three notable acts: Beats International, the American vocal group En Vogue and the American new‑wave band the B‑52s. Each of these artists delivered a set that formed the primary entertainment content of the broadcast. Beyond the hosting and the musical numbers, the structure of the episode followed a straightforward format. Anthea Turner’s introductions bookended the performances, creating a clear flow from one act to the next. The inclusion of both British and American artists gave the episode a varied musical palette, while the concise lineup kept the runtime focused on the featured songs. This arrangement allowed the programme to present a compact yet diverse showcase of contemporary music for its audience.