Classic Albums: Black Sabbath - Paranoid

Classic Albums: Black Sabbath - Paranoid 2010

7.00

The story of how the classic album "Paranoid" was made, with stories from band members to those who were influenced by its content, form and vitality. Paranoid is the second studio album by English rock band Black Sabbath. Released in September 1970, it was the band's only LP to top the UK Albums Chart until the release of 13 in 2013. Paranoid contains several of the band's signature songs, including "Iron Man", "War Pigs" and the title track, which was the band's only Top 20 hit, reaching number 4 in the UK charts. It is often regarded as one of the most quintessential and influential albums in heavy metal history.

2010

Classic Albums: The Who Sell Out

Classic Albums: The Who Sell Out 2021

8.50

A retrospective about The Who's third studio album 'The Who Sell Out'. Including interviews with Who members Roger Daltrey and Pete Townsend alongside other people involved in the albums production.

2021

Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon - The Ultimate Critical Review

Pink Floyd: Dark Side of the Moon - The Ultimate Critical Review 2008

10.00

Take a journey to the trippy side with this examination of the landmark 1973 Pink Floyd work "Dark Side of the Moon," featuring recollections from band members about the writing and recording of the album. Vintage concert footage and reflections by friends and colleagues of the band combine to present an illuminating history of one of rock music's most influential albums.

2008

Classic Albums: Deep Purple - Machine Head

Classic Albums: Deep Purple - Machine Head 2002

6.10

This musical biography tells the story of the making of Deep Purple's classic album "Machine Head. Exclusive interviews with Ritchie Blackmore, Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, John Lord and Ian Paice take us through a track by track making of the album. The performers demonstrate riffs & licks from the songs and explain the genesis of the songwriting. Also included are featured songs, archive footage of Deep Purple in concert, including American footage of "Smoke on the Water" and "Space Truckin'", TV performances and promotional videos, more.

2002

Def Leppard: Hysteria At The O2

Def Leppard: Hysteria At The O2 2020

8.00

The legacy of Hysteria is undeniable. A classic album that was four years in the making, it dominated the charts for two years, achieved certified Diamond status and brought worldwide superstardom to Def Leppard back in 1987. Then in December 2018 Sheffield’s finest made their long-awaited debut at London’s O2 Arena and to honour the event, Def Leppard performed the ground-breaking Hysteria album in its entirety. This explosive, chronological set of Hysteria (+ more) features hits Pour Some Sugar On Me, Animal, Women and an encore that includes unforgettable classics, such as When Love And Hate Collide, Let’s Get Rocked and Photograph. This is a celebration of a career defining album from one of the all-time greatest British rock groups.

2020

THE SMILE BBC 6 MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024

THE SMILE BBC 6 MUSIC FESTIVAL 2024 1970

1

The Smile live at Victoria Warehouse, Greater Manchester for BBC 6 Music Festival March 9th, 2024 The show features a unique collaboration with the London Contemporary Orchestra

1970

Classic Albums: Motörhead - Ace of Spades

Classic Albums: Motörhead - Ace of Spades 2005

7.10

Motorhead fans, rejoice! This comprehensive look at the heavy metal band's 1980 album "Ace of Spades" features band mates Lemmy, "Fast" Eddie Clarke and Philip "Philthy Animal" Taylor discussing the making of their acclaimed album and performing exclusive tunes. Other goodies include interviews about the band with rockers Slash and Lars Ulrich, Motorhead's candid talk about their adventures with sex, drugs and rock and roll, and much more.

2005

Radiohead: In Rainbows From the Basement

Radiohead: In Rainbows From the Basement 2008

7.70

A live performance by Radiohead of their 2007 album In Rainbows. This was their first of two full-episode performances, filmed at Maida Vale Studios in London, as part of the ‘From The Basement’ television series produced by Nigel Godrich, Dilly Gent, James Chads and John Woollcombe.

2008

Radiohead: The King Of Limbs – Live From The Basement

Radiohead: The King Of Limbs – Live From The Basement 2011

8.10

A live performance by Radiohead of their 2011 album The King Of Limbs. This is their second full-episode performance, filmed at Maida Vale Studios in London, as part of the ‘From The Basement’ television series produced by Nigel Godrich, Dilly Gent, James Chads and John Woollcombe.

2011

Asking Alexandria | Through Sin + Self Destruction

Asking Alexandria | Through Sin + Self Destruction 2012

4.20

Debauchery, over-indulgence and an unapologetic disregard for safety; welcome to the world of the British hard rock sensation ASKING ALEXANDRIA. With their critically acclaimed sophomore album "Reckless & Relentless" debuting at #9 on The Billboard Top 10, they have dominated the landscape of heavy music with their unforgettable live show and iconic personas. The new, shocking short film "Through Sin and Self-Destruction" is a controversial, uncensored look into the real lives of a new era of rockstars for today’s generation as they take over the Sunset Strip.

2012

Classic Albums: The Who - Who's Next

Classic Albums: The Who - Who's Next 1999

7.10

In this 1999 documentary, Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey and John Entwistle discuss the making of what many consider the Who's greatest testament to Townshend's songwriting talent: their classic album "Who's Next." Others close to the group weigh in with insights about the late Keith Moon's importance to the band. The retrospective also features unseen performances of tunes from the platter, including "Won't Get Fooled Again" and "Baba O'Riley."

1999

Classic Albums: Def Leppard - Hysteria

Classic Albums: Def Leppard - Hysteria 2002

5.60

This program takes a track by track look at the making of the album. We speak to Joe Elliott, Rick Allen, Phil Collen, and Rick Savage who lead us through the original multitrack tapes. Joe and Phil play acoustic versions of 'Pour Some Sugar On Me" and "Hysteria," and Sav and Phil demonstrate riffs and licks from the songs, and explain the genesis of the songwriting. Features songs: Animal, Rocket, Love Bites, Hysteria, Women, Armageddon It, and Pour Some Sugar On Me. In this episode of the CLASSIC ALBUMS series, the surviving members of Def Leppard discuss the making of HYSTERIA as they sort through and explain the original multi-track tapes. In addition, some impromptu acoustic performances and musical demonstrations further dissect this classic album

2002

Procol Harum: Live at the Union Chapel

Procol Harum: Live at the Union Chapel 2011

6.80

Procol Harum: Live at the Union Chapel is a record of the final performance of the band's 2003 world tour, taped on December 12 before a small London crowd. The venue was an inspired choice. As a performance space, the Gothic church is at once both intimate and grand, a perfect mirror for the band's odd but cogent mix of bar-band boogie and classically tinged prog rock. The 21-song concert includes eight selections from The Well's on Fire, Procol Harum's 2003 studio album. Most of the newer songs are strong (particularly "The Question" and "An Old English Dream"), and the band, having honed its arrangements to a T, does an exceptional job of blending its recent music with its older material. Singer-pianist Gary Brooker and organist Matthew Fisher, both original members, lead the way through time-honored favorites like "Homburg," "Conquistador," and their immortal 1967 hit "A Whiter Shade of Pale."

2011

Pink Floyd's The Wall: The Ultimate Critical Review

Pink Floyd's The Wall: The Ultimate Critical Review 2008

6.00

It is now over 25 years since the launch of The Wall. Conceived by Roger Waters as an ambitious double album, a spectacular live show and a ground breaking feature film. The Wall has gone on to achieve iconic status in the history of popular music. This program draws on live performance footage of Pink Floyd and highlights from the film. Also includes extracts from archive interviews with Gerald Scarfe and Alan Parker, the director of The Wall, along with the views of a team of leading musicians and musicologists. This is the independent critical review of a milestone in popular culture, which strips away the prejudice to produce the ultimate retrospective on one of the most important and iconoclastic popular works of the twentieth century. Featuring Highlights From: • Another Brick in The Wall Part 2 • Comfortably Numb • One Of My Turns • Plus Many More!

2008

Welcome to the Darkness

Welcome to the Darkness 2023

6.20

In 2003, British glam rockers The Darkness took the world by storm with their smash hit single "I Believe in a Thing Called Love". Then at the height of their fame, the band split up and fell into obscurity. 20 years on from their platinum-selling debut, Justin Hawkins, his brother Dan, eccentric bassist Frankie Poullain, and new drummer Rufus Taylor tell their story.

2023

Black Sabbath: [2016] Hamilton, Canada

Black Sabbath: [2016] Hamilton, Canada 2016

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Black Sabbath at FirstOntario Centre, Hamilton, ON, Canada Black Sabbath Fairies Wear Boots After Forever Into the Void Snowblind War Pigs Behind the Wall of Sleep N.I.B. [with 'Bassically' intro] Hand of Doom Rat Salad [with drum solo] Iron Man Dirty Women Children of the Grave Paranoid Zeitgeist

2016