Discovering: Music - Season 5

Discovering: Music - Season 5

Season 5

Network
Episodes20
DatesJan 14, 2017 - Mar 25, 2017
Previous Season

Episodes

U2
Season 5Episode 130 min

U2

Music journalists discuss the rise of Irish rock band U2, from their humble beginnings in Dublin to finding international superstardom with the Joshua Tree and beyond.

Jan 14, 2017
The Eagles
Season 5Episode 230 min

The Eagles

A look at the legacy of LA rock band The Eagles. Among the most successful recording artists of the 1970s, their hits include Hotel California and Take it Easy.

Jan 14, 2017
Jethro Tull
Season 5Episode 330 min

Jethro Tull

Music experts explore the music of Jethro Tull, one of the most commercially successful and eccentric progressive-rock bands Britain has ever produced.

Jan 21, 2017
Meat Loaf
Season 5Episode 430 min

Meat Loaf

Music journalists examine the life and music of Michael Lee Aday, better known as Meat Loaf, the larger than life singer-songwriter behind Bat Out of Hell.

Jan 21, 2017
The Who
Season 5Episode 530 min

The Who

A look at the rise of rock opera pioneers The Who, from their formation at school in Acton, London, to their award-winning albums and sell out tours around the world.

Jan 28, 2017
Jimi Hendrix
Season 5Episode 630 min

Jimi Hendrix

Music experts discuss the life and music of Jimi Hendrix, who wowed audiences in the 1960s with his outrageous electric guitar playing skills and his experimental sound.

Jan 28, 2017
Janis Joplin
Season 5Episode 730 min

Janis Joplin

A look at the life and music of Janis Joplin. Known for her powerful, blues-inspired vocals, she rose to fame in the late 1960s before dying of a drug overdose in 1970.

Feb 4, 2017
Carpenters
Season 5Episode 830 min

Carpenters

Music experts discuss the legacy of 1970s brother and sister pop duo the Carpenters, who sang such hits as (They Long to Be) Close to You and We've Only Just Begun.

Feb 4, 2017
The Beach Boys
Season 5Episode 930 min

The Beach Boys

A look at the rise of The Beach Boys, the iconic rock/pop group who rose to stardom with their happy, fun-loving songs that were filled with beautiful harmonies.

Feb 11, 2017
The Monkees
Season 5Episode 1030 min

The Monkees

Music experts discuss the rise of The Monkees. Though made for a TV show, the group had real-life hits including I'm a Believer and Daydream Believer.

Feb 11, 2017
Peter Gabriel
Season 5Episode 1130 min

Peter Gabriel

Leading music journalists explore the music of Peter Gabriel, a founding member of Genesis who went on to achieve great solo success around the world.

Feb 18, 2017
Mamas and the Papas
Season 5Episode 1230 min

Mamas and the Papas

A fascinating look at The Mamas and the Papas, the American folk rock group whose easygoing vocal harmonies provided the soundtrack to the late 60s.

Feb 18, 2017
James Brown
Season 5Episode 1330 min

James Brown

A fascinating look at the life and career of James Brown. Dubbed 'the Godfather of Soul', he was one of the most iconic figures in music up until his death in 2006.

Feb 25, 2017
Stevie Wonder
Season 5Episode 1430 min

Stevie Wonder

Music journalists examine the life and music of Stevie Wonder, the iconic figure whose hits include You Are the Sunshine of My Life and Superstition.

Feb 25, 2017
Roy Orbison
Season 5Episode 1530 min

Roy Orbison

Music journalists examine the life and music of Roy Orbison, the rock'n'roll hall of fame legend behind hits Oh, Pretty Woman, Only the Lonely and Crying.

Mar 4, 2017
Elvis Costello
Season 5Episode 1630 min

Elvis Costello

Music journalists examine the life and music of Elvis Costello, who exploded on to the late 70s new wave scene with raw energy and ingenious songwriting.

Mar 4, 2017
Leonard Cohen
Season 5Episode 1730 min

Leonard Cohen

A look at the life and music of Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, who was known for his poetic lyrics and iconic songs, such as Bird on the Wire and Hallelujah.

Mar 11, 2017
The Doors
Season 5Episode 1830 min

The Doors

A fascinating look at American rock band The Doors. Led by Jim Morrison, they were one of the most revolutionary and influential bands of the 60s.

Mar 11, 2017
Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young
Season 5Episode 1930 min

Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young

An eye-opening look at Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, the folk-rock super group famed for their intricate vocal harmonies and volatile interpersonal relationships.

Mar 18, 2017
Neil Young
Season 5Episode 2030 min

Neil Young

From Crazy Horse to Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, Neil Young was a driving force behind some of the biggest groups of the 60s before finding huge success on his own.

Mar 18, 2017
The Cure
Season 5Episode 2130 min

The Cure

Mar 25, 2017

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