Radio review: They Write the Songs

Barry Manilow proved an enthusiastic and insightful presenter of George Gershwin's musicBarry Manilow's presentation style took a little getting used to on They Write the Songs (Radio 2). It's expansive, it's showbiz, it's wrapped up with an impressive range of chuckles and sighs, and it reeks exclamation marks. "He fought, he stole, he chased girls and he played truant!" Manilow boomed, describing last night's subject, George Gershwin. "I like him!" It also features some lovely, otherworldly...

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