Discovering Music

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  • Premiered: Mar 2012
  • Episodes: 48
  • Followers: 0
  • Ended
  • Sky Arts
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  • Documentary

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Season 5
5x4
Discovering: Meat Loaf
Episode overview
Air date
Jan 21, 2017
Music journalists examine the life and music of Michael Lee Aday, better known as Meat Loaf, the larger than life singer-songwriter behind Bat Out of Hell.
5x5
Discovering: The Who
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Air date
Jan 28, 2017
A look at the rise of rock opera pioneers The Who, from their formation at school in Acton, London, to their award-winning albums and sell out tours around the world.
5x6
Discovering: Jimi Hendrix
Episode overview
Air date
Jan 28, 2017
Music experts discuss the life and music of Jimi Hendrix, who wowed audiences in the 1960s with his outrageous electric guitar playing skills and his experimental sound.
5x7
Discovering: Janis Joplin
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Air date
Feb 04, 2017
A look at the life and music of Janis Joplin. Known for her powerful, blues-inspired vocals, she rose to fame in the late 1960s before dying of a drug overdose in 1970.
5x8
Discovering Carpenters
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 04, 2017
Music experts discuss the legacy of 1970s brother and sister pop duo the Carpenters, who sang such hits as (They Long to Be) Close to You and We've Only Just Begun.
5x9
Discovering The Beach Boys
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 11, 2017
A look at the rise of The Beach Boys, the iconic rock/pop group who rose to stardom with their happy, fun-loving songs that were filled with beautiful harmonies.
5x10
Discovering: The Monkees
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 11, 2017
Music experts discuss the rise of The Monkees. Though made for a TV show, the group had real-life hits including I'm a Believer and Daydream Believer.
5x11
Discovering: Peter Gabriel
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 18, 2017
Leading music journalists explore the music of Peter Gabriel, a founding member of Genesis who went on to achieve great solo success around the world.
5x12
Discovering: The Mamas And The Papas
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 18, 2017
A fascinating look at The Mamas and The Papas, the American folk rock group whose easygoing vocal harmonies provided the soundtrack to the late 60s.
5x13
Discovering: James Brown
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 25, 2017
A fascinating look at the life and career of James Brown. Dubbed 'the Godfather of Soul', he was one of the most iconic figures in music up until his death in 2006.
5x14
Discovering: Stevie Wonder
Episode overview
Air date
Feb 25, 2017
Music journalists examine the life and music of Stevie Wonder, the iconic figure whose hits include You Are the Sunshine of My Life and Superstition.
5x15
Discovering: Roy Orbison
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Air date
Mar 04, 2017
Music journalists examine the life and music of Roy Orbison, the rock'n'roll hall of fame legend behind hits Oh, Pretty Woman, Only the Lonely and Crying.
5x17
Discovering: Elvis Costello
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 04, 2017
Music journalists examine the life and music of Elvis Costello, who exploded on to the late 70s new wave scene with raw energy and ingenious songwriting.
5x18
Discovering: The Doors
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 11, 2017
A fascinating look at American rock band The Doors. Led by Jim Morrison, they were one of the most revolutionary and influential bands of the 60s.
5x21 Show finale
Discovering: Leonard Cohen
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 11, 2017
A look at the life and music of Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen, who was known for his poetic lyrics and iconic songs, such as Bird on the Wire and Hallelujah.
5x19
Discovering: Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 18, 2017
An eye-opening look at Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, the folk-rock super group famed for their vocal harmonies and volatile interpersonal relationships.
5x20
Discovering: Neil Young
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 18, 2017
From Crazy Horse to Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young, Neil Young was a driving force behind some of the biggest groups of the 60s before finding huge success on his own.
5x16
Discovering: The Cure
Episode overview
Air date
Mar 25, 2017
A fascinating look at English rock band The Cure. Led by the inimitable Robert Smith, they are one of the most influential new wave bands in history.
5x1
Discovering: U2
Episode overview
Air date
Aug 02, 2017
Music journalists discuss the rise of Irish rock band U2, from their humble beginnings in Dublin to finding international superstardom with the Joshua Tree and beyond.
5x2
Discovering: Eagles
Episode overview
Air date
Aug 02, 2017
A look at the legacy of LA rock band The Eagles. Among the most successful recording artists of the 1970s, their hits include Hotel California and Take it Easy.
5x3
Discovering: Jethro Tull
Episode overview
Air date
Sep 28, 2017
Music experts explore the music of Jethro Tull, one of the most commercially successful and eccentric progressive-rock bands Britain has ever produced.

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