Episodes

1. The Birth of Rock

The story of the rock revolution of the 1960s, as seen through the life and music of Jimi Hendrix.

2. White Light, White Heat

Exploring rock's theatrical years, as music tried to be taken seriously as an art form.

3. Blank Generation

It's 1975, and rock gets shock treatment on both sides of the Atlantic from punk.

4. Never Say Die

Looking at how heavy metal emerged in the 1960s from Birmingham.

5. We Are the Champions

In the early 1970s, rock moved out of the festivals and clubs and into the stadiums.

6. Left of the Dial

The contrasting fates of two of America's biggest bands, R.E.M. and Nirvana.

7. What the World is Waiting For: Indie Rock

The journey through the history of rock climaxes with a focus on British indie music.

Overview

A definitive landmark series charting the emergence and re-emergence of rock music as a global force, told through the musicians who have shaped this most enduring of genres.

Details

Cast

Julian Rhind-Tutt

John Cale

Richard Wright

Noel Gallagher

Damon Albarn

David Fricke

Roger Daltrey

Jeff Beck

David Bowie

Peter Jenner