Music Icons - Season 2
Season 2
Episodes
Otis Redding
A look at the life and legacy of (Sittin' On) The Dock of a Bay singer Otis Redding. A soul and R&B legend, he died tragically in a plane crash at just 26 years old.
The Ramones
A fascinating look at American punk rock band the Ramones, who ignited the punk-rock movement with their eponymous 1976 debut album.
Ray Charles
The remarkable story of Ray Charles. Blind from the age of seven, Charles became a pioneer of soul music, with hits like Hit the Road Jack and Georgia on My Mind.
Run DMC
The story of Run-DMC. Founded in 1981 by Joseph Simmons, Darryl McDaniels and Jason Mizell, the New York trio influenced countless hip-hop acts that followed.
Santana
Musician Carlos Santana became famous in the late 60s and early 70s with his band, Santana, which pioneered a fusion of rock and Latin American jazz. This is their story.
Talking Heads
The spotlight falls on punk era rockers Talking Heads whose new wave sound featured the memorable lyrics and vocals of frontman David Byrne.
Al Green
The remarkable story of Let's Stay Together soul-singing sensation Al Green, who left his musical career when it was at its pinnacle to become a reverend at his church.
The Band
The story of rockers The Band whose earthy mix of American folklore and myth included much-covered classic The Weight.
The Pretenders
The story of punk new wave rockers The Pretenders, fronted and founded by songwriter, singer and rhythm guitarist Chrissie Hynde.
The Kinks
The spotlight falls on British Invasion band The Kinks, whose 60s hits You Really Got Me and All Day and All of the Night paved the way for the next decade's hard rock.
The Police
The story of Sting-fronted rock band The Police. Formed in 1977, they shot to fame with hits like Roxanne and 1983 number one Every Breath You Take.
The Byrds
With sunny melodies and ringing 12-string guitars, folk and psychedelic rock pioneers The Byrds created some of the Sixties' biggest singles.
The Yardbirds
They may not have been as big as The Beatles, but they did launch three of rock's greatest guitarists: Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck and Jimmy Page. This is the Yardbirds' story.
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