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The Best Episodes of Top of the Pops Season 34

Every episode of Top of the Pops Season 34 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Top of the Pops Season 34!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 1 - 10th January 1997
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - 10th January 1997

    S34:E1

    Nicky Campbell introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Kavana, Tori Amos, Runrig, Terrorvision, and Spice Girls.

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  2. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 2 - 17th January 1997
    7.3/10(12 votes)

    #2 - 17th January 1997

    S34:E2

    Rhona Cameron presents performances by Lightning Seeds, East 17, No Mercy, Texas, Backstreet Boys, Placebo, Lisa Stansfield, Madonna, Tori Amos and Alvin Stardust.

    Director:Unknown
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  3. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 3 - 24th January 1997
    6.4/10(8 votes)

    #3 - 24th January 1997

    S34:E3

    Phil Daniels introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Suede, En Vogue, Byron Stingily, U2, and White Town.

    Director:Unknown
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  4. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 4 - January 31st, 1997
    7.4/10(12 votes)

    #4 - January 31st, 1997

    S34:E4

    Noddy Holder introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Gabrielle, The Blueboy, Skunk Anansie, George Michael, and Blur.

    Director:Unknown
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  5. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 5 - February 7, 1997
    6.6/10(8 votes)

    #5 - February 7, 1997

    S34:E5

    Ardal O'Hanlon introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Michelle Gayle, Barbra Streisand & Bryan Adams, Amen Uk, En Vogue, and Bush.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 6 - February 14, 1997
    7.2/10(8 votes)

    #6 - February 14, 1997

    S34:E6

    Peter Andre introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Mark Owen, The Blueboy, OTT, Depeche Mode, and Eels.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 7 - February 21, 1997
    6.8/10(9 votes)

    #7 - February 21, 1997

    S34:E7

    Ant and Dec introduce the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from D.j. Kool, The Wonders, Space, Daft Punk, and No Doubt.

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  8. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 8 - February 28, 1997
    6.6/10(12 votes)

    #8 - February 28, 1997

    S34:E8

    Ian Wright introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Republica, Sash!, The Source Feat. Candi Staton, Bush, and Spice Girls.

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  9. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 9 - March 7, 1997
    6.6/10(9 votes)

    #9 - March 7, 1997

    S34:E9

    Jo Whiley introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Erasure, The Bee Gees, Peter Andre, Babyface, and No Doubt.

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  10. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 10 - March 14, 1997
    6.8/10(8 votes)

    #10 - March 14, 1997

    S34:E10

    Ian Broudie introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Ant & Dec, Kula Shaker, 3 Colours Red, Alisha's Attic, and Dodgy.

    Director:Unknown
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  11. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 11 - March 21, 1997
    6.4/10(10 votes)

    #11 - March 21, 1997

    S34:E11

    Kylie Minogue introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Inxs, Damage, Gina G, Wet Wet Wet, and Spice Girls.

    Director:Unknown
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  12. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 12 - March 28, 1997
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - March 28, 1997

    S34:E12

    Zoë Ball introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Pet Shop Boys, R. Kelly, Sash!, Michael Jackson, and Spice Girls.

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  13. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 13 - April 4, 1997
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - April 4, 1997

    S34:E13

    Mark Radcliffe and Marc Riley introduce the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from 3t, No Doubt, N-trance, D.j. Quicksilver, and The Chemical Brothers.

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  14. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 14 - April 11, 1997
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - April 11, 1997

    S34:E14

    Mark Owen introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Brand New Heavies, U2, Spice Girls, Funky Green Dogs, and R. Kelly.

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  15. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 15 - April 18, 1997
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - April 18, 1997

    S34:E15

    Louise Redknapp introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Kavana, Bryan Adams, Blur, Shola Ama, and Bruce Springsteen.

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  16. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 16 - April 25, 1997
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - April 25, 1997

    S34:E16

    Dannii Minogue introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from David Bowie, Shola Ama, Texas, The Lightning Seeds, and R. Kelly.

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  17. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 17 - May 2, 1997
    7.2/10(5 votes)

    #17 - May 2, 1997

    S34:E17

    Cathy Dennis introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Robbie Williams, 911, The Cardigans, Shola Ama, and Republica.

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  18. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 18 - May 9, 1997
    6.3/10(10 votes)

    #18 - May 9, 1997

    S34:E18

    Jo Whiley introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from The Seahorses, George Michael, Mansun, Jamiroquai, and Gary Barlow.

    Director:Unknown
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  19. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 19 - May 16, 1997
    6.3/10(11 votes)

    #19 - May 16, 1997

    S34:E19

    Dannii Minogue introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Brownstone, Sinead O'connor, Damage, Mary J. Blige, and Gary Barlow.

    Director:Unknown
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  20. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 20 - May 23, 1997
    6.6/10(11 votes)

    #20 - May 23, 1997

    S34:E20

    Mark Radcliffe and Marc Riley introduce the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Placebo, Skunk Anansie, Katrina & The Waves, Damage, and Sarah Brightman & Andrea Bocelli.

    Director:Unknown
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  21. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 21 - May 30, 1997
    6.1/10(11 votes)

    #21 - May 30, 1997

    S34:E21

    The Spice Girls introduce the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Faith No More, Monaco, Rosie Gaines, Toby Bourke With George Michael, and Strike.

    Director:Unknown
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  22. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 22 - June 6, 1997
    6.6/10(7 votes)

    #22 - June 6, 1997

    S34:E22

    Jayne Middlemiss introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Gina G, Toby Bourke With George Michael, Rosie Gaines, Radiohead, and Hanson.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 23 - June 13, 1997
    6.5/10(12 votes)

    #23 - June 13, 1997

    S34:E23

    Jo Whiley introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Wet Wet Wet, En Vogue, Skunk Anansie, Jon Bon Jovi, and Hanson.

    Director:Unknown
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  24. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 24 - June 20, 1997
    7.0/10(12 votes)

    #24 - June 20, 1997

    S34:E24

    Jayne Middlemiss introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Supergrass, Eternal Feat. Bebe Winans, The Charlatans, Blur, and Del Amitri.

    Director:Unknown
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  25. Top of the Pops Season 34 Episode 25 - June 27, 1997
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - June 27, 1997

    S34:E25

    Jo Whiley introduces the latest hits and pre-chart sounds, with a rundown of the UK charts. Including performances from Brand New Heavies, Blur, Primal Scream, Cast, and Echo & The Bunnymen.

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Season 34 Ratings Summary

"10th January 1997" is the best rated episode of "Top of the Pops" season 34. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/10/1997. This episode is rated 7.3 points higher than the second-best, "17th January 1997".