S2·E19 13 May 1965

Episode recap

The nineteenth episode of the second series of Top of the Pops aired on 13 May 1965 with Jimmy Savile returning as host. The programme opened with a promotional clip for Bob Dylan’s “Subterranean Homesick Blues,” presenting the song in a visual format that differed from the live‑in‑studio performances that characterised much of the show. Following the Dylan segment, French pop star Françoise Hardy delivered a full performance of “All Over the World,” showcasing her distinctive vocal style and stage presence.

The next entry was a repeat performance by Herman’s Hermits of “Wonderful World,” allowing viewers another look at the band’s earlier appearance. Manfred Mann then took the stage for a live rendition of “Oh No Not My Baby,” adding a rhythm‑driven rock‑pop number to the lineup. Peter and Gordon followed with a performance of “True Love Ways,” presenting their harmonious duet in the programme’s characteristic studio setting.

British singer‑songwriter Sandie Shaw performed “Long Live Love,” delivering the upbeat pop tune with her trademark style. The Bachelors appeared again in a repeat performance of “Marie,” giving the audience a second viewing of their earlier rendition. The episode then featured a promotional video for The Beatles’ “Ticket to Ride,” offering a visual accompaniment to the hit single that had dominated the charts.

Continuing the mix of repeats and new material, The Rockin’ Berries were shown in a repeat performance of “Poor Man’s Son,” revisiting their earlier appearance. The programme concluded with a live performance by The Seekers of “A World of Our Own,” rounding out the show with the Australian folk‑pop group’s harmonious delivery.

Throughout the broadcast, Savile introduced each segment, maintaining the show’s brisk pace and linking the varied formats of live performances, repeat showings, and promotional clips. The episode exemplified the series’ format of combining current chart hits with visual promotions, offering viewers a snapshot of the mid‑1960s pop landscape within a single half‑hour programme.