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Radio London,14 May 2026,14 mins

Reliving London's 'wildest year' 1996 at the Barbican

London Uncovered

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There an exhibition on at the Barbican Music Library called 鈥1996: 30 Years On鈥 鈥 the wildest year of Britain鈥檚 wildest decade". The exhibition explores a landmark year in UK culture through music, fashion, sport and politics; the free show features items from acts like Oasis and Spice Girls, alongside figures such as Jarvis Cocker and Paul Oakenfold, capturing the height of 鈥楥ool Britannia鈥 when Britpop, club culture and major cultural moments 鈥 from Trainspotting to UEFA Euro 1996 鈥 defined the era. Image: David Bowie receives a Brit Award from Tony Blair at Earl's Court Exhibition Centre. Credit: Getty Images

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