Check One, Two

Check One, Two was a first of two programmes, broadcast on ITV's Tyne Tees Television channel in 1998. The programme follows the fortunes of Sunderland band Kenickie as they take to the road on what turns out to be their farewell tour. As the demise of one Sunderland band, another is born: NV8 is an all-girl group in the spirit of All Saints. The programme looks at their first demo disc, then follows them to London in search of a manager. Nearby, in a palatial penthouse studio, ex-Eurythmics founding-member, Dave Stewart is writing songs about his Wearside childhood and frequent trips back to Sunderland. In complete contrast, Tyneside band China Drum are putting together their latest album in a former pithead baths at Ryton. Peel appears on the programme at 7 minutes 15 seconds of the beginning of the video below.