Rock Legends

8 seasons available

The stories of some of the biggest names in rock music history, from the beginning of their career to the height of their success.
ZZ Top
S10 E2

ZZ Top is an American rock band formed in 1969 in Groves, Texas; since 1970, the band consists of bassist and vocalist Dusty Hill, guitarist and lead vocalist Billy Gibbons, and drummer Frank Beard.

Allman Brothers
S8 E1

The Allman Brothers Band combines deeply Southern strains of music with boisterous rock 'n' roll and a jazzy, jam-oriented style to create the New South sound, a template to be used for decades by everyone from Lynyrd Skynyrd to My Morning Jacket.

The Kinks
S8 E6

The Kinks were a key part of the 1960s British Invasion, and their early hits such as "You Really Got Me" and "All Day and All of the Night" paved the way for the next decade's hard rock.

The Byrds
S8 E11

The Byrds pioneer folk rock, combining traditional acoustic music with early Sixties pop; the group's signature sunny melodies, lush harmonies and ringing 12-string guitars make for some of the decade's best singles.

Aretha Franklin
S8 E12

Multiple Grammy winner and "Queen of Soul" Aretha Franklin is known for hits such as "Respect," "Freeway of Love" and "I Say a Little Prayer."

Primal Scream
S8 E14

The history of the Scottish rock band formed in 1982 in Glasgow, the changes to their sound and the various band members.

Roy Orbison
S6 E11

Music critics discuss Roy Orbison's career.

Creedence Clearwater Revival
S6 E15

Music critics discuss Creedence Clearwater Revival's career.

Duran Duran
S5 E2

A look at the iconic band through interviews, media archives and performances.

The Cure
S5 E9

The story of The Cure, from its formation in 1976, their dark and tormented music of the 1980s, and their present success told through interviews, news archives and performances.

Lenny Kravitz
S4 E2

American singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, actor, arranger, Grammy Award winner and record breaker Lenny Kravitz.

Amy Winehouse
S4 E3

A look at the life of the singer and her impact on the music industry.

Blondie
S4 E5

The life and times of Blondie.

Bee Gees
S4 E6

Journalists and critics examine the rise of The Bee Gees.

Cher
S4 E7

Cher is an iconic figure of music, film and TV with a career spanning over 50 years.

ABBA
S3 E1

A look at the career of successful Swedish group, ABBA, including their music videos, interviews and highlights.

Depeche Mode
S3 E3

Critics and journalists take a look at the career of British rock band Depeche Mode; featuring music videos "I Feel Loved" and "Wrong."

Muse
S3 E7

Featuring singles "Time is Running Out" and "Hysteria" by Muse.

New Order
S3 E8

New Order was formed by the remaining members of Joy Division following the suicide of vocalist Ian Curtis; archived interviews and music video dating back to their 1980 formation.

Simply Red
S3 E10

A collection of music videos, interviews and performances from Simply Red.

Aerosmith
S3 E12

Music videos and interviews documenting the formation and success of Aerosmith.

Bon Jovi
S2 E18

Music critics discuss Bon Jovi; featuring classic music videos and news archives.

Eric Clapton
S1 E3

See the successful career of British musician Eric Clapton; he participates in bands such as Yardbirds and Cream, and is considered one of the most influential guitarists in the history of world rock.