Massive. Image shows from L to R: Tony (Johnny Vegas), Danny (Ralf Little), Shay (Carl Rice). Copyright: BBC
Massive

Massive

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC Three
  • 2007 - 2008
  • 7 episodes (1 series)

Sitcom set around the launch of Manchester's hottest new music record label, Shady Records. Stars Ralf Little, Carl Rice, Johnny Vegas, Paul Kaye, Christine Bottomley and more.

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Series 1, Episode 1 - Creation Of The Label

Danny and Shay quit their jobs to set up a record label. All they need to do now is sign someone...

Further details

Massive. Image shows from L to R: Marie Simpson (Faye McKeever), Tina Simpson (Beverly Rudd). Copyright: BBC

Both Manchester born and bred, both inspired by their city's musical heritage, Danny and Shay's lifelong ambition is to become mega music moguls and unearth the next Oasis. Just when it looks like they're on the road to nowhere, Danny's gran dies and leaves him £10,000. Shady Music is born.

With the help of music aficionado Lou and wannabe rapper Swing, the lads find a label headquarters and hold auditions. Following an eventful Battle of the Bands, and an almighty row, Shady Music makes its first signing.

Notes

The Lamps were played by a.P.A.t.T

Broadcast details

Date
Sunday 14th September 2008
Time
9pm
Channel
BBC Three
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Ralf Little Danny
Carl Rice Shay
Johnny Vegas Tony
Christine Bottomley Lou
Lorraine Cheshire Lorraine
Joel Fry Swing
Craig Parkinson Strange Pete
Beverly Rudd Tina Simpson
Faye McKeever Marie Simpson
Joanne King Nancy
Guest cast
Jamie Davis Jim Morrison Lookalike
Justin Moorhouse Estate Agent
Writing team
Damian Lanigan Writer
Davina Earl Script Editor
Production team
David Kerr Director
Jim Poyser Producer
Kenton Allen Executive Producer
Russell Beeden Editor
Emma Dibb Production Designer
Tim Laws Composer

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