S2·E22 3 June 1965

Episode recap

The episode of Top of the Pops broadcast on 3 June 1965 marks the twenty‑second installment of the programme’s second series. The show was presented by David Jacobs, who introduced each segment in the familiar studio setting of the BBC’s flagship pop music programme. As a regular feature of the series, the broadcast combined live performances, pre‑recorded appearances and repeat showings of recent hits, reflecting the chart‑driven format that characterised the series throughout its run on Thursday evenings on BBC One.

The programme opened with a repeat performance by Billy J. Kramer and the Dakotas of “Trains and Boats and Planes,” a song that had recently enjoyed chart success. This was followed by a fresh rendition from folk‑rock singer Donovan, who performed “Colours,” delivering the song in a live studio setting. The next entry was a disc‑type presentation of Elvis Presley’s “Crying in the Chapel,” the American star’s recording being played for the audience rather than a live appearance.

British pop singer Sandie Shaw returned to the stage with a repeat performance of “Long Live Love,” while the Irish vocal trio The Bachelors offered a second showing of their hit “Marie.” The Everly Brothers also appeared again, delivering a repeat of “The Price of Love.” The Hollies contributed a live performance of “I’m Alive,” adding a contemporary rock flavour to the line‑up.

The Kinks performed “Set Me Free,” presenting the track in a live studio rendition that highlighted the group’s emerging hard‑edge sound. The Australian folk‑pop ensemble The Seekers were featured with a repeat of “A World of Our Own,” reinforcing their continued popularity in the United Kingdom. Unit Four Plus Two closed the musical segment with a live performance of “You’ve Never Been in Love Like This Before,” offering a fresh entry to the chart‑focused roster.

Throughout the episode, the mixture of repeat performances, new live renditions and a disc presentation illustrated the programme’s role in showcasing the week’s most prominent singles. The host’s introductions and the seamless transitions between acts maintained the brisk, music‑centric pacing that defined Top of the Pops as Britain’s premier pop‑music television showcase during the mid‑1960s.