John Conteh
Roy Plomley's castaway is boxer John Conteh.
Favourite track: Bless The Beasts and The Children by Shirley Bassey
Book: Work on botany
Luxury: Electric guitar
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Shirley Bassey
Bless The Beasts and The Children
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Santana
Samba Pa Ti
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Paul McCartney & Wings
Band On The Run
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George Gershwin
Rhapsody in Blue
Soloist: André Previn Orchestra: London Symphony Orchestra
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Elton John
Bennie and The Jets
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Van Morrison
The Great Deception
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David Bowie
Space Oddity
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The Beatles
A Day In The Life
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Work on botany
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Electric guitar
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | John Conteh |
Broadcasts
- Sat 1 Mar 1975 19:00Â鶹ÊÓƵAV Radio 4
- Mon 3 Mar 1975 12:25Â鶹ÊÓƵAV Radio 4
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