David Bowie

Music critics and DJs discuss the artist's career and enduring success.

Elton John

The journey of the piano player who became a rock star and continues to top the charts 45 years later.

Eric Clapton

Eric Clapton's musical history; includes archived material and music videos.

Green Day

The story of Green Day from their start as the band "Sweet Children" to the present.

Johnny Cash

Biographical look at the life and music of Johnny Cash.

Neil Diamond

A look at the long and unusual career of singer-songwriter Neil Diamond.

Paul Simon

Music critics discuss the singer-songwriter's career.

Pink Floyd

Pink Floyd's long career of cutting edge music is profiled.

Rod Stewart

Rod Stewart's solo career.

Tom Petty

Music critics discuss Tom Petty's career.

Queen

Queen's early influences.

Velvet Underground

Blur

The story of the British rock group Blur

Bryan Ferry

A profile of Roxy Music frontman Bryan Ferry.

Dire Straits

Eurythmics

Fleetwood Mac

Pulp

Genesis

Sting's success as a solo artist is examined.

George Michael

Phil Collins

Pet Shop Boys

Radiohead

Sting

Beastie Boys

Billy Joel

U2

Red Hot Chili Peppers

Pearl Jam

Bon Jovi

ABBA

A look at the band's rise to international popularity, including video and concert footage and interviews with music experts.

Black Sabbath

Black Sabbath’s story is revisited, highlighting the band’s formation and early breakthroughs. The episode shows how their dark, powerful sound helped define heavy metal and shape rock history.

Depeche Mode

Depeche Mode’s journey is revisited, from their early beginnings to their breakthrough success. The episode also features commentary from critics and journalists, along with clips from “I Feel Loved” and “Wrong.”

Foo Fighters

Foo Fighters’ story is revisited, tracing their rise from the early days to major success. The episode also features clips from “Best of You” and “Monkey Wrench.”

Guns N' Roses

Guns N’ Roses’ rise is explored through archive clips and commentary from critics and journalists. The episode also features the videos for “Paradise City” and “Welcome to the Jungle.”

Iron Maiden

Iron Maiden’s rise as one of heavy metal’s biggest bands is chronicled. The episode traces their early breakthroughs and lasting influence on the genre.

Muse

Muse’s story is traced through the band’s rise from its early days to broader acclaim. The episode highlights how their sound helped establish them as a major English rock act.

New Order

New Order’s story is charted from its beginnings after Joy Division to its rise as a major band. The episode highlights archived interviews and music videos from the band’s early years.

R.E.M.

R.E.M.’s episode traces the band’s climb from college-rock favorites to mainstream success, with commentary on the career shift that made them huge. It also spotlights the key songs and visuals, especially “Losing My Religion” and “Out of Time.”

Simply Red

The story of the British pop-rock and soul band, Simply Red, and their success is told through archival material and interviews; the music videos for "Blue" and "Fairground" are also included.

The Smiths

An look into the British rock band The Smiths, including videos for Hand in Glove and This Charming Man as well as insights from music journalists.

Aerosmith

A brief overview of the American rock band Aerosmith and their remarkable journey to immense fame. Also featured are the band's music videos for the songs "Janie's Got a Gun" and "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing."

Nine Inch Nails

Nine Inch Nails have sold in excess of 20 million records worldwide, transcending the conventional definition of a rock band. Explore the band’s successful career through the eyes of music critics and journalists.

No Doubt

Exploring the story of the pop band No Doubt and the influence they have had on popular culture.

Lenny Kravitz

Kravitz is a multi-talented musician who often plays all the instruments himself when recording his songs. Hear the story of this record 4 consecutive Grammy Award winner and record Grammy nominated musician.

Amy Whinehouse

Despite a tragically short life, British singer Amy Winehouse's name is recognised around the world. Her fusion of styles and unique voice left a musical legacy that will live long in the memory of everyone her music touched.

Duran Duran

Look back at the rise of Duran Duran to the top of the charts including interviews and performances from their amazing career.

Blondie

The tale of American rock band Blondie's ascent to fame and continued success.

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The Doors

The story of the innovative progressive rock band The Doors and their mercurial front man Jim Morrison

The Beach Boys

Music critics discuss the band's career.

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Jethro Tull

Music critics discuss the band's career

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Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

Leading music critics discuss supergroup Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young.

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The Monkees

The story of a pop band of actors created for a television show and their surprising success in the music industry, driven by quality songs and creative marketing, such as some of the original music videos.

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Santana

History of the band Santana, a rotating group of very talented musicians and singers all orbiting around guitar virtuoso Carlos Santana

Creedence Clearwater Revival

A look at the 1960s band Creedence Clearwater Revival, formed by brothers Tom and John Fogerty.

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The Allman Brothers Band

Historical study of the star-crossed southern rock band The Allman Brothers.

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Chicago

A look at the long career of the versatile rock/jazz/pop band Chicago, starting with Chicago Transit Authority in the late 1960s.

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James Taylor

Singer-songwriter James Taylor creates music that combines folk, rock, and pop sensibilities, including such hit songs as "Fire and Rain" and "Shower the People."

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The Kinks

The story of brothers Ray and Dave Davies and their band The Kinks, part of the British Invasion of 1964 with songs like 'You Really Got Me', one of the first rock songs to use distortion.

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