This live-music television series aired on ITV from 1979 to 1980 and featured live performances from the latest rock, pop, and punk acts, broadcast from Tyne Tees’ studios in Newcastle.
Each episode combined studio performances with interviews, music-themed location segments, and archival footage.
The first series was hosted by Den Hegarty, known for his role as the bass vocalist in Darts and his appearances on Tiswas.
He was accompanied by a local youth group called the “Krazy Koffee Bar Kidz,” reflecting the show’s blend of music and youth-oriented content.
The show’s success led to a second series, which introduced rotating guest hosts, including Billy Connolly – whose memorable interview with Led Zeppelin’s John Bonham became a notable moment – and music producer Mickie Most. The second series also adopted a more intimate, club-like setting, changing the show’s tone.
Although Alright Now was not broadcast nationwide on ITV, it was picked up in several regional markets, reaching a broad audience and developing a cult following.
The first series was hosted by Den Hegarty, known for his role as the bass vocalist in Darts and his appearances on Tiswas.
