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CD:UK 1998

★ TMDB users: 7.5/10 from 2 votes 9 seasons · 401 eps Ended
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What is CD:UK?

CD:UK is a British music television programme that first aired on ITV on August 29, 1998. Originally run in conjunction with SMTV Live, the programme was created to rival the BBC's Live & Kicking and served as the replacement for The Chart Show, which had previously aired on the network for nine and a half years.

Type
TV series
Year
1998
Status
Ended
Episodes
401
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Aug 29, 1998
Last aired
Mar 25, 2006
Original language
EN
Origin
GB
Networks
ITV1
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★ TMDB users: 7.5/10 from 2 votes
Format
9 seasons · 401 episodes
Episode runtime
~60 minutes
Status
Ended
Network
ITV1
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CD:UK is a British music television programme that first aired on ITV on August 29, 1998. Originally run in conjunction with SMTV Live, the programme was created to rival the BBC's Live & Kicking and served as the replacement for The Chart Show, which had previously aired on the network for nine and a half years. Unlike its predecessor, which only showed promotional videos, CD:UK was broadcast live on Saturday mornings with a studio audience. The programme featured live musical performances, star interviews, and competitions. Additionally, it featured the Saturday Chart, an unofficial chart that usually reflected the new chart position.

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“Live Saturday music show with performances, interviews and a chart countdown.”

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  • Live performances with studio audience
  • Star interviews and chart countdown
  • Saturday morning entertainment
Keep in mind
  • Unofficial chart may differ from official listings

Watch it if you enjoy live music showcases with chart countdowns and celebrity interviews.

Suitable for general audiences; contains music performances and light competition segments.

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When did CD:UK first premiere?

It premiered on ITV on 29 August 1998.

What was the purpose of launching CD:UK?

It was created to rival BBC's Live & Kicking and to replace The Chart Show.

How was CD:UK different from its predecessor?

Unlike The Chart Show, which only aired promo videos, CD:UK was broadcast live with a studio audience, featuring live performances and interviews.

What kind of chart did the show feature?

The program included an unofficial Saturday Chart that generally reflected the new chart.

Did the show include audience participation?

Yes, it featured a studio audience and included competitions as part of its format.

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