We celebrate the three tracks that showcase the fabulous rise of pop, disco and soul sensation Diana Ross. We hear from legendary Motown songwriters and session musicians, music video directors, choreographers, arrangers and film composers and the journalists and biographers who watched it all happen. Diana Ross & The Supremes were Motown’s most commercially successful act to date; captivating mainstream America and conquering worldwide charts. Prolific Motown songwriters Brian and Eddie Holland were responsible for 10 out of 12 Supremes US number 1 singles including 1964’s classic hit ‘Baby Love’ and they share intimate details on how this classic song was created and recorded. After a phenomenal decade and unimaginable success, it was time for Diana Ross to dazzle as a solo artist. ‘Theme from Mahogany (Do You Know Where You’re Going To)’ proved Diana Ross- the singer and now actress- could be a hit at the box office whilst also topping the Billboard chart. Film composer and arranger Lee Holdridge shares his story of taking a simple song and helping Diana Ross turn it into an absolutely astonishing success. This run of hits continued into the 1980’s with Diana Ross teaming up with pop heavyweights The Bee Gees to release ‘Chain Reaction’ to great critical and commercial acclaim. Esteemed director David Mallet and celebrated choreographer Arlene Phillips share how they recreated Diana’s 60s Motown past in the spectacular cinematic video. Relive Diana Ross’s journey across three incredible decades and the story of the three songs which saw her become one of the most powerful artists in pop.

We celebrate the three tracks that cemented the great Aretha Franklin as the indomitable Queen of Soul. We hear from legendary session musicians, producers, journalists and industry experts who witnessed the rise of one of ground-breaking artists of all time. Starting with Franklin’s trademark hit, of an Otis Redding classic, ‘Respect’, which transformed her into a superstar. We hear first-hand from Redding’s right-hand man and world-renowned guitarist Steve Cropper who recalls how Aretha flipped and claimed their original in true defiant style, delivering and anthemic soundtrack signalling a time of great cultural change in 1960s America. Only a year later in 1968, Aretha would effortlessly build on her gospel foundation and cross over into soul, with her sublime rendition of ‘I Say A Little Prayer.’ Organist and Muscle Shoals Rhythm Section royalty, Spooner Oldham shares how he helped Aretha find her groove as she secured her 9th consecutive top 10 hit with Atlantic and continued to dominate the Billboard chart. The 1980’s marked a significant change for Franklin’s sound, starting the decade with a bang this time with an empowering feminist pop classic ‘Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves.’ We hear from Multi Grammy award winning producer Narada Michael Walden who was enlisted to work his magic on Aretha’s 1985 comeback, putting her right back on top where she belonged. Reliving these celebrated and signature Aretha Franklin anthems we showcase her powerful, raw and uncompromising gift as one of the most influential and pioneering artists the world has ever seen.

We delve into the three tracks that cemented Whitney Houston as an indisputable music icon who redefined and changed pop music forever. We hear from the producers, songwriters, back-up singers, session musicians, choreographers, journalists and industry experts who witnessed it all. Whitney burst onto the mainstream scene in 1987 with up-tempo pop smash hit ‘I Wanna Dance with Somebody’. Legendary Grammy awarding winning producer and trusted friend of Houston, Narada Michael Walden recalls how effortlessly Whitney broke down barriers to dominate the worldwide charts with her signature smash. Next, showcasing her breadth and brilliance once again, Houston takes on the jaw dropping power ballad ‘One Moment in Time’ hitting the high notes to secure the anthem for the prestigious 1988 Olympic Games to define her status as America’s sweetheart. Back-up vocalist Jeanie Tracy takes us through the recording session for this iconic and compelling hit. Hit record producer and songwriter of Whitney Houston’s 1999 reggae influenced comeback ‘My Love is Your Love’ Jerry Wonda unpicks the track as a celebration of Whitney’s motherhood and a reconnection with own community. Reliving these celebrated and much-beloved Whitney Houston classics unveils the undeniable unforgotten legacy of a songstress who possessed the greatest voice of her generation.

Whitney Houston was a global superstar. Selling over 200 million records her extraordinary voice took her from a gospel choir to become a worldwide singing phenomenon. But at 3.36pm on February 11th 2012 she was found unconscious in a bathtub in a Hollywood hotel. Within minutes she was pronounced dead. The world’s media had long been filled with sordid tales of drug and alcohol addiction but with a new recording contract and a fresh start away from her former badboy husband Bobby Brown, it seemed Whitney Houston was finally turning her life around. So what happened that meant she died so unexpectedly in a bathtub at the age of just 48. Forensic pathologist Dr. Michael Hunter has the answers.

At 09:50am on August 16, 2018 Aretha Franklin tragically died, aged 76. Aretha will endure as one of the world’s greatest ever vocalists, who entertained us for over 50 years with her unique brand of gospel, soul and pop music. Her genius reached into many diverse genres of music, and she wrote and produced some of the most enduring classics of modern times, setting the bar for modern vocalists. Renowned for her generosity, Aretha stood for civil rights worldwide, and gave voice to the struggles of millions of people. A fiercely private woman, Aretha overcame her own childhood trauma and had to face tragedy and heartbreak throughout her life as she battled with booze, cigarettes and her diet. Aretha was always a fighter, and she bravely resisted the rare but treatable cancer that finally took her life. So how did she come to have this fatal disease? Dr Michael Hunter, world renowned medical examiner, will investigate and analyse all the available evidence; Aretha’s medical history and first hand accounts from her life, to find out what caused the deadly cancer that took such an incredible icon’s life.

On May 17th 2012, after nearly 40 years as the Queen of Disco and First Lady of Love, Donna Summer died at her home in Naples, Florida. While Donna grew up in a strict religious household she would go on to be defined by the raunchy Disco music she made with hit music producer Giorgio Moroder. But when Donna passed away from cancer, the public knew had no idea she was even ill. Donna shrouded her final months in secrecy, with her death coming as a shock to extended family members. Even more shocking was the family’s announcement of what they thought was the true cause of Donna’s death….so what really happened to Donna Summer? World renowned Forensic Pathologist, Dr Michael Hunter needs to analyze every detail in the limited available information to piece together what was really going on in the Disco Diva’s body to find the answers.

Officers pursue a minivan that failed to stop; police investigate a verbal brawl on a bus; a fight at a motel is probed; a fight at a gas station is investigated.

Police question the driver of an unregistered vehicle; illegal drug use is suspected at an apartment building; a disturbance at a bus stop is investigated.

A motorcycle without plates is pursued; a sting operation to catch drug dealers is conducted; two women are questioned for suspicion of breaking into an unoccupied residence; three women in a suspicious vehicle are questioned.

Officers discover a man hanging in a house; a driver is suspected of drug use; police investigate a noise complaint at a motel; officers conduct a sting operation to arrest drug buyers.

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A Live Series following Law Enforcement Officers On Patrol across the country – all live and in real time.

In Charlotte, NC an angry inmate refuses to change clothes. In Portland, OR a young man in violation of his parole is stopped by officers for attempting to hitchhike. In Las Vegas, NV two men arrested for domestic violence both claim they were beaten by their girlfriends.

In San Diego, CA additional deputies are needed after an angry man refuses to cooperate during the booking process. In Las Vegas, NV confusion is sparked between the deputies over the gender of an arrested individual. In Portland, OR a man who claims to be part of the “international police” is put into a holding cell after his inability to answer questions halts the booking process.

In Austin, TX an extremely agitated woman is placed in a restraint chair after giving correction officers a difficult time. In Portland, OR a young woman with a drug addiction is brought in for prostitution. In San Diego, CA an uncooperative man ranting about his “baby’s momma” is taken to a sobering cell to sleep off his intoxication.

In Portland, OR a man is put in restraints following a domestic violence arrest. In San Diego, CA an intoxicated man picks a fight with other inmates because they are from Los Angeles – a city he hates. In Las Vegas, NV a woman is arrested for causing a disturbance and assaulting the security guards at a theater.

In Modesto, CA officers have difficulty booking an incomprehensible man. In Portland, OR a man is arrested for causing a disturbance at a church. In Las Vegas, NV an intoxicated man in a tuxedo finds himself in a restraint chair after he mocks officers for wearing “pig suits”.

In Portland, OR a young woman lies hobbled in the backseat of a patrol car after kicking the officer in the face. In Las Vegas, NV officers struggle to control an outrageous man. In San Diego, CA officers attend to a woman who had been struck by a drunk driver.

In Charlotte, NC an angry inmate refuses to change clothes. In Portland, OR a young man in violation of his parole is stopped by officers for attempting to hitchhike. In Las Vegas, NV two men arrested for domestic violence both claim they were beaten by their girlfriends.

In San Diego, CA additional deputies are needed after an angry man refuses to cooperate during the booking process. In Las Vegas, NV confusion is sparked between the deputies over the gender of an arrested individual. In Portland, OR a man who claims to be part of the “international police” is put into a holding cell after his inability to answer questions halts the booking process.

In Austin, TX an extremely agitated woman is placed in a restraint chair after giving correction officers a difficult time. In Portland, OR a young woman with a drug addiction is brought in for prostitution. In San Diego, CA an uncooperative man ranting about his “baby’s momma” is taken to a sobering cell to sleep off his intoxication.

In Portland, OR a man is put in restraints following a domestic violence arrest. In San Diego, CA an intoxicated man picks a fight with other inmates because they are from Los Angeles – a city he hates. In Las Vegas, NV a woman is arrested for causing a disturbance and assaulting the security guards at a theater.

In Modesto, CA officers have difficulty booking an incomprehensible man. In Portland, OR a man is arrested for causing a disturbance at a church. In Las Vegas, NV an intoxicated man in a tuxedo finds himself in a restraint chair after he mocks officers for wearing “pig suits”.

In Portland, OR a young woman lies hobbled in the backseat of a patrol car after kicking the officer in the face. In Las Vegas, NV officers struggle to control an outrageous man. In San Diego, CA officers attend to a woman who had been struck by a drunk driver.