Browse all episodes of Brian Pern: A Life in Rock

Pern investigates rock's prehistoric origins, asks who was the smartest band, and reminisces about dressing up as a crab.

Birth of Rock

Brian looks at rock stars who turn to acting (himself included), charity singles and protest songs.

Middle Age of Rock

Brian looks at what breaks up bands, from drink and drugs to creative tension.

Death of Rock

Brian reunites with his Thotch bandmates to discuss the making of a jukebox musical.

Episode 1

Brian plans to stage his unreleased solo album live from the peak of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Episode 2

Brian records a charity Christmas record in aid of bi-polar polar bears.

Episode 3

Brian appears on Desert Island Discs, has a new album, a new look and a new young wife.

A look at how Brian broke America with the success of his classic album Shelf Life.

The original Thotch line-up must reform after they are sued by their former manager.

Brian Pern is an ageing rock star and former front-man of ground breaking progressive rock group Thotch. Like many artists of his age, rather than make new music, he spends more time trying to save the planet (including his campaign to teach gorillas how to Skype). Now, the BBC have asked him to front a major new documentary where he presents his guide to The Life Of Rock from prehistoric man to the present day.

All Episodes of Brian Pern: A Life in Rock

All Episodes of Brian Pern: A Life in Rock

Season 1

Birth of Rock

Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 2/10/2014

Middle Age of Rock

Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 2/17/2014

Death of Rock

Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 2/24/2014