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Rock Legends Season 8 Episodes
Season 8 Episode Guide
16 Episodes 2017 - 2018
Episode 1
Chicago
Tue, Oct 2, 201830 mins
A look at the long career of the versatile rock/jazz/pop band Chicago, starting with Chicago Transit Authority in the late 1960s.
Episode 2
Chuck Berry
Sun, Jun 10, 201830 mins
A biography of one of the greatest pioneers of rock and roll, Chuck Berry, set to his music.
Episode 3
Cream
30 mins
The history and legacy of the influential 1960s 'supergroup' Cream.
Episode 4
James Taylor
30 mins
Singer-songwriter James Taylor creates music that combines folk, rock, and pop sensibilities, including such hit songs as "Fire and Rain" and "Shower the People."
Episode 5
Lynyrd Skynyrd
Documentary account of the southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd.
Episode 6
The Kinks
30 mins
The story of brothers Ray and Dave Davies and their band The Kinks, part of the British Invasion of 1964 with songs like 'You Really Got Me', one of the first rock songs to use distortion.
Episode 7
The Yardbirds
30 mins
A look at the remarkable history of blues-rock band The Yardbirds, which ultimately evolved into Led Zepplin. Along the way, the band featured three of the greatest rock guitarists of the era: Eric Clapton; Jeff Beck; and Jimmy Page.
Episode 8
Ramones
30 mins
The history of the influential punk band Ramones and the bittersweet biographies of the Ramone 'brothers'.
Episode 9
Ray Charles
30 mins
The life and music of Ray Charles, whose unique blend of soul, gospel and country music earned him the nickname "Genius" from Frank Sinatra.
Episode 10
The Band
30 mins
The story of the influential Canadian folk rock group The Band.
Episode 11
The Byrds
30 mins
The history of the influential 1960s rock band The Byrds, putting forth the case that they effectively launched three musical styles: folk rock; psychedelic rock; and country rock.
Episode 12
Patti Smith
30 mins
Episode 13
Little Richard
Tue, Dec 18, 201830 mins
A look at the life and career of rock and roll trailblazer Little Richard, and a discussion of his influence on generations of musicians to follow.
Episode 14
Primal Scream
30 mins
Episode 15
Simple Minds
30 mins
Episode 16
Blood, Sweat & Tears
30 mins
Well known music writers reveal the evolution of the musical career.