01/01/1964
The first ever episode of the world's most popular music show. A new look at
Britain's best-selling tracks, artists, and news from the Top 20.
Dusty Springfield opens the debut episode, with other performances from Dave Clark Five, The Hollies and The Beatles. Introduced by Jimmy Savile and Alan Freeman.
Last Broadcast
Wed 1st Jan 1964
18:35
Performances Featured
| Performance | Chart # | ||
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I Only Want To Be With You Dusty Springfield Mimed Performance |
5 |
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I Wanna Be Your Man The Rolling Stones Mimed Performance |
13 |
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24 Hours From Tulsa Gene Pitney Audience Dancing |
6 |
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Glad All Over Dave Clark Five Mimed Performance |
2 |
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Wishing Well Cliff Richard & The Shadows Music Video |
?? |
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Don't Talk To Him Cliff Richard & The Shadows Music Video |
12 |
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Stay The Hollies Mimed Performance |
21 |
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She Loves You The Beatles Played Over The Charts |
3 |
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Hippy Hippy Shake Swinging Blue Jeans Mimed Performance |
10 |
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You Were Made For Me Freddie & The Dreamers Mimed Performance |
4 |
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I Want To Hold Your Hand The Beatles Music Video |
1 |
Presentation
Sorry, we are unsure which Top of the Pops opening title was used for this episode.
All Broadcasts
Wed 1st Jan 1964
18:35
18:35