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Manchester Evening News
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Jess Molyneux

The Loved and lost 80s music show that saw Madonna at the Hacienda

A loved and lost TV show that was a staple on 80s British TV saw Madonna perform at Manchester's iconic Hacienda nightclub.

This year will mark 40 years since Friday night music show The Tube first hit our screens. First airing on Bonfire Night in 1982 - during the first week of Channel 4's existence - the show came live from Tyne Tees Television’s Studio, in Newcastle.

Taking its name from the circular covered walkway leading to the studio, The Tube also occasionally ventured to Belfast, Glasgow, Liverpool, Manchester and more to present their local talent and other incredible performances. It made household names of presenters Jools Holland and the late Paula Yates, as well as Manchester's own Terry Christian.

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