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Behind the Music Season 2 Episodes
Season 2 Episode Guide
40 Episodes 1998 - 1999
Episode 1
Natalie Cole
Sun, Jul 25, 1999 60 mins
Singer Natalie Cole is profiled.
Episode 2
Quiet Riot
Sun, Jul 18, 1999 60 mins
A profile of heavy metal rock group Quiet Riot, including the 1982 album "Metal Health," which sold 7 million copies; the death of guitarist Randy Rhodes in a plane crash; and the band's breakup and reunion.
Episode 3
Lenny Kravitz
Sun, Jun 27, 1999 60 mins
A profile of Lenny Kravitz includes his remarks about his former marriage to Lisa Bonet; his work with Madonna; and the death of his mother, actress Roxie Roker, in 1995. Also: Kravitz's musical influences; comments from his dad, Sy.
Episode 4
Notorious B.I.G.
Wed, May 2, 2012 60 mins
The rise of rapper Notorious B.I.G. is charted. Also: details of his 1997 death.
Episode 5
Steppenwolf
Sun, Sep 6, 1998 60 mins
The career of Steppenwolf. Included: interviews with lead singer-guitarist John Kay and former band members. Also: remarks by Kay's wife, Jutta Maue-Kay; and fellow musicians such as Rick James. Also: archival footage; home movies.
Episode 6
50 Cent
Tue, Oct 13, 2009 60 mins
Rapper 50 Cent is profiled.
Episode 7
Bobby Brown
Thu, Sep 24, 2009 60 mins
A profile of Bobby Brown, whose penchant for controversy dates to his New Edition days. Included: the R&B singer's late '80s solo success and fast-lane lifestyle, as well as his turbulent marriage to Whitney Houston.
Episode 8
Ice-T
Sun, Aug 27, 2000 60 mins
A profile of controversial rapper-actor Ice-T that uses interview clips with the "Original Gangster," his wife and fellow rappers like Snoop Dogg and Chuck D from Public Enemy, as well as stills and archival footage.
Episode 9
Sinead O'Connor
Sun, Oct 21, 2001 60 mins
This look at Sinead O'Connor features interviews in which the Irish singer discusses the abuse she suffered during her childhood, her ambivalence about stardom and the struggle to reconcile her love of God with her problems with the Catholic Church.
Episode 10
Eric Burdon and the Animals
Sun, Jun 13, 1999 60 mins
A profile of legendary British blues-rock singer Eric Burdon chronicles the Newcastle native's tenure with the Animals in the 1960s and his stint with the funk outfit War, as well as his erratic solo career. Included: Burdon recalls his friendship with Jimi Hendrix, his experiences with drugs and depression, and his misadventures in the music business.
Episode 11
Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
60 mins
A profile of Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers includes interviews with the band as well as segments on the group's battle with their former record company and the time, Petty says, when he "had a fit and smashed my hand into a wall." Also: remarks by Roger McGuinn.
Episode 12
Donna Summer
Sun, Jun 20, 1999 60 mins
A profile of Donna Summer includes interviews with the disco diva; her father and sister; and her former manager, Joyce Bogart-Trabulus. Also: clips from Summer's 1979 TV special; and a 1974 Dutch variety show on which she performed. Also: remarks by producer Giorgio Moroder.
Episode 13
Blondie
Sun, Sep 27, 1998 60 mins
A profile of Blondie features interviews with band members Debbie Harry and Chris Stein, who discuss, among other things, the guitarist's recovery from a rare skin disorder and the group's latest album.
Episode 14
Alice Cooper
Sun, May 2, 1999 60 mins
A report on Alice Cooper includes the former shock rocker's recollections about being signed by Frank Zappa in 1968; his group's 1974 disbandment and his past struggle with alcoholism. Also: interviews with Rob Zombie, Dee Snider and Pamela Des Barres.
Episode 15
Poison
Sat, Oct 16, 2010 60 mins
A profile of Poison includes interviews with the band, who talk about groupies and drug use. Also: footage from concerts and backstage happenings; remarks from two of the group's toughest critics.
Episode 16
Red Hot Chili Peppers
Sun, May 30, 1999 60 mins
A 2002 update of the 1999 episode profiling seminal punk-funkers Red Hot Chili Peppers. Included are interviews with band members; Billy Corgan; No Doubt's Gwen Stefani and Tony Kanal; and producer Rick Rubin.
Episode 17
Duran Duran
Sun, Jan 9, 2011 60 mins
A profile of Duran Duran includes a report on the group's chart success in the 1980s, as well as its current formation as a threesome that includes two original members, Simon Le Bon and Nick Rhodes. Also: comments by Lou Reed, Bryan Ferry, Luciano Pavarotti.
Episode 18
The Day the Music Died
Wed, Feb 3, 1999 90 mins
A documentary about the Feb. 3, 1959, plane crash that killed Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper (J.P Richardson). Also examined is the influence of their music on future generations. Included: talks with Gary Busey, Don McLean, disc jockey Bob Hale.
Episode 19
Julian Lennon
Sun, Apr 25, 1999 60 mins
A biography of Julian Lennon includes his frank remarks about growing up in the shadow of his legendary father, John, and his efforts to rebuild their relationship in the late '70s. Also: his music career; his relationship with Yoko Ono; and comments from his mother, Cynthia.
Episode 20
KC and the Sunshine Band
Sun, Nov 29, 1998 60 mins
A profile of KC and the Sunshine Band includes interviews with KC and his family, as well as remarks from professional associates.
Episode 21
Lionel Richie
Sun, Nov 29, 1998 60 mins
A biography of Lionel Richie includes interviews with the singer, family members and professional colleagues. Also: archival footage.
Episode 22
John Mellencamp
Sun, Nov 8, 1998 90 mins
A profile of John Mellencamp includes the Grammy winner's remarks about his music and painting, as well as his 1994 heart attack. Also: comments by his wife, model Elaine Irwin; his parents; other family members; and friends.
Episode 23
Weird Al Yankovic
Sun, Jul 4, 1999 60 mins
A profile of rock-music parodist "Weird Al" Yankovic covers his early years, when he spoofed songs such as "My Sharona," as well as his more recent work satirizing music videos. Included: Yankovic's comic inspirations, including Dr. Demento and Stan Freberg.
Episode 24
Marianne Faithfull
Sun, May 23, 1999 60 mins
A profile of Marianne Faithfull includes the singer's remarks on her career, her former romantic relationship with Mick Jagger and her past struggle with drug addiction. Also: comments by Keith Richards, ex-husband John Dunbar and actress Anita Pallenberg.
Episode 25
Black Crowes
Sun, May 9, 1999 60 mins
A documentary on the Black Crowes.
Episode 26
Cher
Sun, Apr 11, 1999 90 mins
A profile of Cher includes the singer-actress's comments about her career with Sonny Bono, as well as solo endeavors such as her 1987 Oscar win for Best Actress and the success of her single "Believe." Also: remarks by daughter Chastity and designer Bob Mackie.
Episode 27
Vanilla Ice
Sun, Mar 28, 1999 60 mins
A profile of Vanilla Ice includes an interview with the former rap artist, who discusses his release "Hard to Swallow" and the tour that followed it, as well as his life as a family man. Also: comments by Lenny Kravitz and MC Hammer.
Episode 28
Iggy Pop
Sun, Mar 14, 1999 60 mins
A profile of Iggy Pop includes interviews with Pop and the surviving members of his original band, the Stooges. Also: rare concert and archival interview footage.
Episode 29
Grand Funk Railroad
Sun, Mar 7, 1999 60 mins
A profile of Grand Funk Railroad. Included: interviews with band members and their former manager; filmmaker Michael Moore, producer Todd Rundgren and musician Peter Frampton.
Episode 30
Depeche Mode
Sun, Feb 28, 1999 60 mins
A profile of Depeche Mode includes interviews with present and former members of the band. Also: lead singer Dave Gahan discusses his 1996 arrest on drug charges and their subsequent dismissal following his successful completion of a drug-rehab program.
Episode 31
Rick Springfield
Sun, Nov 29, 1998 60 mins
Rick Springfield discusses his music and acting careers. Also: Springfield's 1989 motorcycle accident.
Episode 32
Bette Midler
Sun, Jan 3, 1999 60 mins
A profile of Bette Midler. Interviewees include Midler, Barry Manilow, Toni Basil, Atlantic Records president Ahmet Ertegun and Rolling Stone publisher Jann Wenner.
Episode 33
R.E.M.
Sun, Dec 6, 1998 60 mins
The history of REM, from its 1979 formation as a quartet in Athens, Ga., through its chart success, to the 1997 departure of drummer Bill Berry. Included: archival footage; interviews with members. Also: "Up," the band's first release as a trio.
Episode 34
Metallica
Sun, Nov 22, 1998 60 mins
A profile of Metallica includes interviews with band members, who discuss their early years; the 1986 death of bassist Cliff Burton in a tour-bus accident; and a 1992 on-stage mishap in which frontman James Hetfield suffered burns caused by a pyrotechnics display.
Episode 35
Stevie Nicks
Sun, Nov 1, 1998 60 mins
A profile of Stevie Nicks charts her career with Fleetwood Mac, as well as her solo work.
Episode 36
John Denver
Sun, Oct 11, 1998 60 mins
A profile of John Denver.
Episode 37
1968
Sun, Aug 30, 1998 60 mins
A report on the music and times of 1968. Included: archival footage and interviews with artists whose music punctuated the year, including Grace Slick, John Fogerty, David Crosby, Aretha Franklin, James Brown. Also: interviews with two Vietnam vets.
Episode 38
David Cassidy
60 mins
The career of David Cassidy.
Episode 39
Madonna
Sun, Dec 23, 2001 90 mins
An expanded version of the 1998 episode profiling Madonna includes interviews and clips covering her CDs "Ray of Light" and "Music," her Grammys, her marriage to Guy Ritchie and the birth of their son, Rocco.
Episode 40
Heart
Sun, Jan 24, 1999 60 mins
This episode follows the successful career of the "first sisters of Rock & Roll". Includes interviews with Ann and Nancy Wilson, all of the original band members, Cameron Crowe (Nancy's husband), family and friends. The sisters discuss the friction that resulted when Nancy left her boyfriend (the lead guitarist) and began a relationship with the group's drummer, plus Ann talks about her weight and their label's concern that it would hurt the band's image and record sales.