Fishing with John and Reggae: The Story of Jamaican Music represent the pinnacle of Bravo’s programming, launching in 1991 and 2002. Peruse our comprehensive roster of Bravo’s top shows, encompassing over 4 distinct series as of September 2024. Across the timeline from 1991 to 2007, Bravo has presented audiences with over 4 captivating shows.
Musician John Lurie knows nothing about fishing, but that doesn't stop him from embarking on fishing in exotic locations with friends.
Three part BBC series about the history of Jamaican music and it's influence on modern charts in the UK and America. Traces the story of how Caribbean island conquered the world through its music. With interviews and commentary from reggae legends as well as people on the ground, Lloyd Bradley takes up the story from the late 1950s and the development of ska, then follows the music’s journey overseas in the 1960s. But it was in the 1970s that reggae exploded into an international phenomenon with the super-stardom of Bob Marley and artists like Burning Spear, Jimmy Cliff, and Third World. Since then, reggae has continued to reinvent itself as a powerful musical and cultural force.
The real life Spinal Tap. A Bravo music documentary series about the punk rock band The Towers of London. The Lead singer Donny Tourette obtained 15 minutes of fame following the documentary and appeared on numerous shows. The band supported Guns n Roses and The New York Dolls.
This stand up special is sadly unavailable anywhere at this time. Whoopi covers the entire spectrum from irresponsible adults raising children to politics and the politically incorrect. If you can find this in the Bravo vaults you will not be disappointed. Her best show to date!