Best of Ben's Bigger Breakfast

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this disco-pop anthem, the song that captured youthful freedom and became one of the most beloved global party classics of all time

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this iconic pop anthem, the song that blended glamour and satire and helped cement Madonna as a global superstar

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this storytelling soft-rock anthem, the song that mixed humour and romance and became a timeless singalong favourite

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this genre-bending anthem, the song that fused funk, hip-hop, and pop into a global party phenomenon

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this explosive Latin pop anthem, the song that sparked a worldwide music movement and became a global sensation

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this Latin-rock anthem, the song that blended fiery guitar riffs and pop melodies into a global radio favourite

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this provocative pop anthem, the song that blended electronic beats and bold storytelling with Toxic by Britney Spears in 2003 and became a global chart-topping phenomenon

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this soaring synth-pop anthem, the song that paired groundbreaking animation with Take On Me by a-ha in 1985 and became a timeless global pop classic

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this carefree alt-pop anthem, the song that captured laid-back summer vibes with Steal My Sunshine by Len in 1999 and became a feel-good global favourite

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this electrifying dance anthem, the song that fused synth-pop and hi-NRG with You Spin Me Round (Like a Record) by Dead or Alive in 1984 and became a global club classic.

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this piano-driven pop anthem, the song that captured heartfelt longing with A Thousand Miles by Vanessa Carlton in 2002 and became a timeless global singalong

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this forward-thinking funk anthem, the song that blended acid jazz and pop with Virtual Insanity by Jamiroquai in 1996 and became a visually iconic global classic

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this bold pop anthem, the song that launched Spice Girls’ girl‑power era with Say You’ll Be There in 1996 and became a defining soundtrack of ‘90s pop confidence and friendship

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this dreamy pop ballad, the song that captured late ‘90s romance with Kiss Me by Sixpence None the Richer in 1998 and became a timeless global love song

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this uplifting rock classic, the song that marked U2’s triumphant return with Beautiful Day in 2000 and became a life‑affirming global anthem of hope and renewal

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this powerhouse pop-rock anthem, the song that redefined Kelly Clarkson’s sound with Since U Been Gone in 2004 and became a global breakup classic

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this heartfelt rock anthem, the song that blended storytelling and melody with Drops of Jupiter by Train in 2001 and became a global radio favourite

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this uplifting funk anthem, the song that fused disco and soul in 1980 and went on to become a timeless global party favourite

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this electrifying rock anthem, the song that reignited classic ‘70s-inspired rock for a new generation and became a global radio favourite

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this cheeky anthem, the song that turned confidence into pop culture and became a global dance-floor favourite

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this genre-blending classic that showed Blondie’s power to reinvent pop and top the charts worldwide.

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of this groundbreaking anthem, the song that ushered auto-tune into the mainstream and became a global dance-floor classic

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of Queen and David Bowie’s 1981 masterpiece “Under Pressure,” a powerful, genre-blending collaboration that delivered one of the most iconic basslines and vocal performances in rock history.

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of Lauryn Hill’s 1998 anthem “Doo Wop (That Thing)” a sharp, soulful blend of hip-hop and R&B that showcased her unmatched artistry and made history at the top of the charts

Ben Maxwell takes you Behind the Hit of Isaac Hayes’ 1971 Theme from Shaft, a groundbreaking blend of funk, soul, and orchestral swagger that redefined movie soundtracks and earned Hayes an Academy Award