Rock Legends

Season 1

TV-14
Rock Legends is documentary series that explores the careers and lives of famous rock musicians. Using interviews, archival footage, and performances, each episode reveals the story of their lives and the impact they made on popular culture.

Where to Watch Season 1

12 Episodes

  • David Bowie
    E1
    David BowieMusic critics and DJs examine the life and enduring career of David Bowie.
  • Elton John
    E2
    Elton JohnThe journey of the piano player who became a rock star and continues to top the charts 45 years later.
  • Eric Clapton
    E3
    Eric ClaptonA documentary series that explores the careers and lives of famous rock musicians begins with a profile of Eric Clapton.
  • Green Day
    E4
    Green DayThe story of Green Day, who first appeared on the California punk scene as the band Sweet Children. Friends Billy Joe Armstrong and Mike Dirnt formed the group when they were only 15, playing gigs across the state, and they were still going strong in 2016, when this profile was filmed.
  • Johnny Cash
    E5
    Johnny CashThe story of Johnny Cash's musical genius, from his family's poverty in the Great Depression to touring with Elvis and becoming a legend in his own right. Also: his reinvention for a whole new generation with Rick Rubin; and how "Hurt" became the epitaph to his amazing life and career.
  • Neil Diamond
    E6
    Neil DiamondLeading music critics cast fresh light on the career of Neil Diamond. Rock and roll took American youth by storm in the 1950s and Neil too fell under its spell.
  • Paul Simon
    E7
    Paul SimonMusic critics discuss the singer-songwriter's career.
  • Pink Floyd
    E8
    Pink FloydExamining the origins, music and influence of Pink Floyd.
  • Rod Stewart
    E9
    Rod StewartA profile of Rod Stewart chronicles his early career and his rise to fame. Included: music videos for the songs "Maggie May" and "In the Morning."
  • Tom Petty
    E10
    Tom PettyMusic critics review Tom Petty's career as a celebrated singer and songwriter.
  • Queen
    E11
    QueenThe British band Queen's legacy and influence on the world of rock and roll is examined.
  • Velvet Underground
    E12
    Velvet UndergroundThe music of the Velvet Underground is examined, with a look at the solo successes of Nico, John Cale and Lou Reed.

 

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