Music critics and DJs discuss the artist's career and enduring success.

David Bowie

The journey of the piano player who became a rock star and continues to top the charts 45 years later.

Elton John

Eric Clapton's musical history; includes archived material and music videos.

Eric Clapton

The story of Green Day from their start as the band "Sweet Children" to the present.

Green Day

Biographical look at the life and music of Johnny Cash.

Johnny Cash

A look at the long and unusual career of singer-songwriter Neil Diamond.

Neil Diamond

Music critics discuss the singer-songwriter's career.

Paul Simon

Pink Floyd's long career of cutting edge music is profiled.

Pink Floyd

Rod Stewart

Music critics discuss Tom Petty's career.

Tom Petty

Queen

Velvet Underground

Blur

A profile of Roxy Music frontman Bryan Ferry.

Bryan Ferry

Dire Straits

Eurythmics

Fleetwood Mac

Pulp

Sting's success as a solo artist is examined.

Genesis

Pet Shop Boys

Sting

A look at the band's rise to international popularity, including video and concert footage and interviews with music experts.

ABBA

Black Sabbath’s story is revisited, highlighting the band’s formation and early breakthroughs.

The episode shows how their dark, powerful sound helped define heavy metal and shape rock history.

Black Sabbath

Depeche Mode’s journey is revisited, from their early beginnings to their breakthrough success.

The episode also features commentary from critics and journalists, along with clips from “I Feel Loved” and “Wrong.”

Depeche Mode

Foo Fighters’ story is revisited, tracing their rise from the early days to major success.  The episode also features clips from “Best of You” and “Monkey Wrench.”

Foo Fighters

Guns N’ Roses’ rise is explored through archive clips and commentary from critics and journalists. The episode also features the videos for “Paradise City” and “Welcome to the Jungle.”

Guns N' Roses

Iron Maiden’s rise as one of heavy metal’s biggest bands is chronicled. The episode traces their early breakthroughs and lasting influence on the genre.

Iron Maiden

Muse’s story is traced through the band’s rise from its early days to broader acclaim. The episode highlights how their sound helped establish them as a major English rock act.

Muse

New Order’s story is charted from its beginnings after Joy Division to its rise as a major band. The episode highlights archived interviews and music videos from the band’s early years.

New Order

R.E.M.’s episode traces the band’s climb from college-rock favorites to mainstream success, with commentary on the career shift that made them huge. It also spotlights the key songs and visuals, especially “Losing My Religion” and “Out of Time.”

R.E.M.

The story of the British pop-rock and soul band, Simply Red, and their success is told through archival material and interviews; the music videos for "Blue" and "Fairground" are also included.

Simply Red

An look into the British rock band The Smiths, including videos for Hand in Glove and This Charming Man as well as insights from music journalists.

The Smiths

A brief overview of the American rock band Aerosmith and their remarkable journey to immense fame. Also featured are the band's music videos for the songs "Janie's Got a Gun" and "I Don't Want to Miss a Thing."

Aerosmith

Nine Inch Nails have sold in excess of 20 million records worldwide, transcending the conventional definition of a rock band. Explore the band’s successful career through the eyes of music critics and journalists.

Nine Inch Nails

Exploring the story of the pop band No Doubt and the influence they have had on popular culture.

No Doubt

Kravitz is a multi-talented musician who often plays all the instruments himself when recording his songs. Hear the story of this record 4 consecutive Grammy Award winner and record Grammy nominated musician.

Lenny Kravitz

Despite a tragically short life, British singer Amy Winehouse's name is recognised around the world. Her fusion of styles and unique voice left a musical legacy that will live long in the memory of everyone her music touched.

Amy Whinehouse

Look back at the rise of Duran Duran to the top of the charts including interviews and performances from their amazing career.

Duran Duran

The tale of American rock band Blondie's ascent to fame and continued success.

Blondie

Episode 6

Episode 7

Episode 8

Episode 9

Episode 10

Episode 11

Episode 12

Episode 13

Episode 14

Episode 15

Episode 16

Episode 17

Episode 18

Episode 19

Episode 21

Episode 22

Episode 23

The story of the innovative progressive rock band The Doors and their mercurial front man Jim Morrison

The Doors

The Beach Boys

Episode 26

Jethro Tull

Episode 2

Episode 3

Leading music critics discuss supergroup Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young.

Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young

Episode 5

The story of a pop band of actors created for a television show and their surprising success in the music industry, driven by quality songs and creative marketing, such as some of the original music videos.

The Monkees

Episode 1

Episode 4

History of the band Santana, a rotating group of very talented musicians and singers all orbiting around guitar virtuoso Carlos Santana

Santana

A look at the 1960s band Creedence Clearwater Revival, formed by brothers Tom and John Fogerty.

Creedence Clearwater Revival

Historical study of the star-crossed southern rock band The Allman Brothers.

The Allman Brothers Band

A look at the long career of the versatile rock/jazz/pop band Chicago, starting with Chicago Transit Authority in the late 1960s.

Chicago

Looking at these major artists, we discover the story of their lives and the impact they made on popular culture. Interviews with well known music critics, news archive and performance.

All Episodes of Rock Legends

Season 1

David Bowie

Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 1/27/2013

Elton John

Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 2/3/2013

Eric Clapton

Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 2/10/2013

Green Day

Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 2/17/2013

Johnny Cash

Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 2/24/2013

Neil Diamond

Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 3/3/2013

Paul Simon

Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 3/10/2013

Pink Floyd

Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 3/17/2013

Rod Stewart

Season 1 Episode 9 - Aired 3/24/2013

Tom Petty

Season 1 Episode 10 - Aired 3/31/2013

Queen

Season 1 Episode 11 - Aired 4/7/2013

Velvet Underground

Season 1 Episode 12 - Aired 4/14/2013