TOTP: 1978

Peter Powell presented a broadcast on 9 February 1978, and the episode included performances by several artists. The programme featured Tonight, the Spanish duo Baccara, the Electric Light Orchestra, pop singer Lulu, the group Yellow Dog, Dusty Springfield and the rock band the Stranglers.

Peter Powell fronts this particular edition of a music‑focused broadcast that aired on the 9th of February 1978. The programme is presented in a straightforward style, with Powell guiding viewers through a succession of musical numbers. Its format centres on live or pre‑recorded performances, and the episode is identified by its specific broadcast date and the presenter’s name. The heart of the show lies in its varied line‑up. Audiences are treated to appearances by the group Tonight, the duo Baccara, the rock outfit Electric Light Orchestra, pop vocalist Lulu, the band Yellow Dog, the legendary Dusty Springfield and the post‑punk ensemble the Stranglers. Each act delivers its own set, contributing to the overall flow of the episode. Beyond the roster itself, the broadcast offers a snapshot of the musical landscape of early 1978, juxtaposing pop, rock and emerging new‑wave sounds. The mixture of solo singers and bands reflects the eclectic tastes of the period, while Powell’s role ties the segments together, providing continuity between the diverse performances. This episode therefore serves as a concise record of the artists who were active and prominent at that point in time.