I would have been going out for a drink tonight, but instead I'm having a virtual pint later with some of the chaps. The other night we were reminiscing about old TV shows.
So in the absence of actually going anywhere at all for the foreseeable, my mind is wandering in multiple directions, including this one. Just how cool were the opening titles and music of those shows from yesteryear?
I'll kick off with this one (turn your speakers well up!):
Enjoy!
So clever my foot fell off.
Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em, for the incredibly clever Ronald Hazlehurst theme music alone.
[•••] [― ― ―] [― ―] [•]/ [― ―] [― ― ―] [―] [••••] [•] [•―•] [•••]/ [―••] [― ― ―]/ [•―] [•••―] [•]/ [•] [― ―] /[•―•―•―]
Don't just do something, sit there. - TNH
The Professionals and The Sweeney.
In recent years I think the Better Call Saul titles are really good.
dr who (1970's)
roobarb
ktmog6uk
marchingontogether!
Ignorance breeds Fear. Fear breeds Hatred. Hatred breeds Ignorance. Break the chain.
For me it has to be Howard's Way. Rewatching now almost makes me want to buy yacht!
https://youtu.be/dwoeSQMz7VU
https://youtu.be/YEqEQrSvGiM
Ulysses 31
The Mysterious Cities of Gold
This was the first theme that came to mind when I read the title of the thread:Originally Posted by vortgern
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=XtyXnr5XV_A
I am amazed that I can remember so many of the lyrics. I wish I could remember useful stuff. Or at least monetise the useless stuff I do know.
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Don't just do something, sit there. - TNH
ktmog6uk
marchingontogether!
This.
Also, Yes Minister
Top pick!
The dancer in the opening credits is the cousin of a school mate of mine back in the day.
Used to Love this as a kid, watched it every Saturday afternoon.
https://youtu.be/712ns4jnG-k
Andy
Tales of the Unexpected. Loved that when I was a kid.
Hawaii-Five-0. It looked so glamorous, Steve McGarret stood in front of a 747 engine. Cool.
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I think Starsky and Hutch deserve a mention.
If you were looking for closing credits, I’d go with the Incredible Hulk....
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=TzMSfaNXYZg
Oh man, I used to love that. Thanks for reminding me; a real trip down memory lane.
On a similar note, The Sweeney end credits were also very melancholy.
And...........
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Started out with nothing. Still have most of it left.
Always preferred the Geordie version . . . Why aye fifty.
F.T.F.A.
Don't just do something, sit there. - TNH
I preferred the bit where he spins round on the top of a high building and then gives a cheesy grin to the camera.
That Battle of the Planets intro brings back some memories.
I found the opening credits for Grange Hill naff but oddly entertaining.
Airwolf.
Oh yes.
So clever my foot fell off.
Don't just do something, sit there. - TNH
The visuals are nothing, but the music is something else
https://youtu.be/VZ3oIhQ7oyg
All of the American programs when I was a child came with a huge slice of cheese, often overproduced and overacted but showing a glamorous side of life that a kid from a back water North East village could only dream of.
As Harry Enfield once said "You don't need to tell me about sophistication, I've been to Leeds" (he was in character, obviously)
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https://youtu.be/-b6jzOkQKDc
https://youtu.be/JLLiqbIkCtw
The Fall Guy and Streethawk are two of my favourites along with Airwolf.
and the music by tangerine dream:
ktmog6uk
marchingontogether!
I think it's forgotten mostly because it was cack. A sort of ultra-low budget Knight Rider with a motorbike.
Still, I didn't realise Tangerine Dream did the title music.
Maybe I should start a new thread for really terrible TV shows of the 80's? Manimal would have to be a strong entrant...
So clever my foot fell off.
How about a bit of Glynis?
So clever my foot fell off.
Don't just do something, sit there. - TNH
Yes, she was (and still actually is) pretty lovely.
And "Jane" was a very odd show, even by the standards of the day. Especially as it was ITV (I think?).
So clever my foot fell off.
I've around a dozen TD albums stashed in the loft and didn't realise they did the title track eitherIf you're going to name Manimal then I'd like to nominate Automan as a close 2nd.
My nomination for best opening title ever, in fact one of the best shows ever...
Apparently they turned down Miami Vice to do Streethawk.
they are still on the go, although Edgar Froese has passed away he gave is blessing for the current line up to carry on after he'd gone.
if sat on your sofa twiddling thumbs this will kill a couple of hours
below is a clip from one of the 2000's line ups with edgar. bit guitar heavy but i could watch the drummer all day!
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ktmog6uk
marchingontogether!
The Prisoner. Made be get a Caterham 7 years ago!!
and Joe 90
They really knew how to do opening titles and cool themes in those days.
How very dare you. Manimal was great, I think. Alot of great old TV tunes listed. Personally I like hitchhikers guide to the galaxy, mash a d more upto date, brooklyn nine nine
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No best of course, just many very good ones . . .
Saturday mornings in the early 80’s - awesome
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Bw0AXky83Fo
Tangerine Dream...
Mother! My lost youth!
Sent through the ether by diddling with radio waves
Ah, BBC2?
A very odd bit of programming in so many ways.
I'm not complaining mind!
So clever my foot fell off.
https://youtu.be/PjVelAcJSY4
Did love the Hill Street Blues intro
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Very much a happy chilhood memory for me.
The Double Deckers
https://youtu.be/68XYDvMwwgQ
Thank you all for the memories, brought a nostalgic tear to my eye.
This was a favourite.....
https://youtu.be/VTDOLoDiOcg
.....but i loved this!
https://youtu.be/_oHpWw7L3d4
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Ah "CHiPs" - great stuff.
The recent movie was actually quite a bit better than I was expecting (although somewhat crass in an Always Sunny in Philadelphia kinda way...)
So clever my foot fell off.
Fireball XL5
A personal favourite, the song breaks in about half way through
https://youtu.be/6ifS2nP53Zs
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Surprised no one has mentioned this yet
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=mu1WQMC5bp0
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