Kirsty MacColl at the BBC (2024)
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
Cast
- 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)
Keywords
live performance
Frequently Asked Questions
- 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 stars in Kirsty MacColl at the BBC?
- Kirsty MacColl at the BBC stars Kirsty MacColl, Billy Bragg, Jennifer Saunders, Dawn French, Steve Lillywhite, Shane MacGowan.
- How long is Kirsty MacColl at the BBC?
- Kirsty MacColl at the BBC has a runtime of 59m (59 minutes).
- What genre is Kirsty MacColl at the BBC?
- Kirsty MacColl at the BBC is a Music film.
- Where was Kirsty MacColl at the BBC produced?
- Kirsty MacColl at the BBC was produced in United Kingdom.