ITV to revive iconic game show which started 50 years ago – and Alison Hammond is set to host

Can you name that tune? That's exactly what Alison Hammond will be asking members of the public in a return of the classic game show coming to ITV1 and ITVX.

Name That Tune will feature contestants pitted against each other as their music knowledge is put to the test in a series of fast-paced rounds, featuring tracks from the world's biggest artists and bands.

Each round is designed to challenge the music enthusiasts by asking just one simple question – name that tune!

Name That Tune first aired on UK TV back in 1976 as part of the variety show Wednesday at Eight (which later become London Night Out). It followed on from previous musical quiz Spot That Tune and was based on a US format that began its life on radio.

The Great British Bake Off star Hammond will be following in the footsteps of previous hosts Tom O'Connor, Lionel Blair and Jools Holland – the latter of whom hosted the rebooted '90s version on 5.

Name That Tune is currently airing on Fox in the US, presented by 30 Rock's Jane Krakowski, and the show's band will also be performing in the new UK version.

Hammond commented: "As a massive music lover, my biggest challenge as a host will be trying not to grab the mic and start singing along when one of my all-time favourite tunes comes on! And trust me... that will take serious self-control!

"I grew up absolutely loving the original show so being part of this now feels like a real full-circle moment. I cannot wait to get into the studio, put the contestants through their paces, and see who really knows their music.

"And let me tell you, being joined by the super-talented Name That Tune band, who’ll be belting out some of the biggest songs on the planet in their own unique, electric style... oh, it’s going to be next-level. Bigger, louder, and more feel-good than ever this is going to be epic!"

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Katie Rawcliffe, director of entertainment, reality & daytime at ITV, added: "Name That Tune is such an iconic brand we are excited to be bringing this refreshed global format to the UK audience.

"It's a fun family series that not only sees contestants challenged in the studio, but viewers can play along with all the family, providing a unique playlist that spans generations."

Name That Tune is coming to ITV1 and ITVX.

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