Seven Ages of Rock
Description
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.
Episodes
7 Episodes
EP01
The Birth of Rock
The story of the rock revolution of the 1960s, as seen through the life and music of Jimi Hendrix.
19 May 2007
EP02
White Light, White Heat
Exploring rock's theatrical years, as music tried to be taken seriously as an art form.
26 May 2007
EP03
Blank Generation
It's 1975, and rock gets shock treatment on both sides of the Atlantic from punk.
2 June 2007EP04
Never Say Die
Looking at how heavy metal emerged in the 1960s from Birmingham.
9 June 2007EP05
We Are the Champions
In the early 1970s, rock moved out of the festivals and clubs and into the stadiums.
16 June 2007
EP06
Left of the Dial
The contrasting fates of two of America's biggest bands, R.E.M. and Nirvana.
23 June 2007
EP07
What the World is Waiting For:...
The journey through the history of rock climaxes with a focus on British indie music.
30 June 2007Cast
