Music Icons - Season 1

A closer look at the brilliant career and tragically short life of Buddy Holly who, throughout the 50s, produced some of the most distinctive and influential work in rock.

A biographical portrait of Jerry Lee Lewis, the piano-playing rock'n'roll pioneer famous for his high energy stage presence and controversial private life.

A fascinating look at the music of Cream, the 60s British rock power trio consisting of Ginger Baker, Eric Clapton and Jack Bruce.

A profile of Dusty Springfield. Hailed as Britain's "best ever pop singer" by Rolling Stone, she charted a number of 60s hits, including Son of a Preacher Man.

An intimate portrait of Aretha Franklin, who passed away on 16 August 2018. Known as the Queen of Soul, her hits included Respect, Freeway of Love and I Say a Little Prayer.

The remarkable rock'n'roll story of Chuck Berry, the St Louis legend whose guitar solos and showmanship helped pave the way for future generations of rock stars.

The story of Creedence Clearwater Revival, the Californian rock band that, for a short while, were the biggest band in America.

The fascinating story of the genre-spanning Earth, Wind and Fire, one of the most popular funk bands of the 70s.

A look at Californian rock band The Grateful Dead, who emerged from the counterculture of the 60s with a diverse, eclectic style that fused myriad musical genres.

A fascinating look at the music of five-time Grammy Award winner James Taylor, whose hits include Fire and Rain, You've Got a Friend and Shower the People.

A fascinating look at the music and legacy of Jefferson Airplane, the San Francisco rock band that pioneered psychedelic rock.

An intimate look at the life and music of Joni Mitchell, the singer-songwriter responsible for hits such as Both Sides Now and Big Yellow Taxi.

A look at the life and work of music legend Neil Diamond, who wrote I'm A Believer for The Monkees, and peformed his own hits, including Heartlight and Sweet Caroline.