UPCOMING EPISODES

We explore the six classic hits that define Guns N’ Roses’ career as the one of the most popular – and notorious – bands in rock history. From their breakthrough hit ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ - whose controversial video initially proved too edgy for MTV to broadcast – to the global smash ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’, that gave them their first and only Billboard number one. Those close to the band – including publicist Arlett Vereecke and friend and photographer Marc Canter - share their memories of Guns N’ Roses’ journey from obscurity on LA’s Sunset Strip, to becoming the hottest rock band on the planet in the late 1980s. Founder Guns N’ Roses band member Tracii Guns reveals how they got their name – and why he left the group after only a few weeks. Members of the band’s production team - including mixers Steve Thompson and Michael Barbiero - recall their memories of recording these iconic tracks, whilst video director Nigel Dick reveals what went on behind the scenes during the filming some of Guns N’ Roses’ most famous videos including ‘Paradise City’ and ‘Patience.’ We hear how Guns N’ Roses survived fallouts, concert riots and drug addiction, to release some of their greatest songs in the early 90s, including ‘Don’t Cry’ and the epic nine-minute ballad ‘November Rain.

We shine a light on three tracks that helped Bon Jovi become one of the biggest selling bands in the world. From their early beginnings in New Jersey to global domination with chart topping smash hit Living on a Prayer, the game changing ballad Always and the modern rock classic ‘It’s my Life,’ that inspired a whole new generation of fans. We hear from those on the inside as Label Executive Derek Shulman recalls how he came to sign the band. Producers Bob Rock & Luke Ebbin reminisce about working with Bon Jovi in the studio and renowned music video director, Wayne Isham, and producer, Curt Marvis, share their insights on the making of some of the band’s most iconic videos.

We explore the six classic hits that define Guns N’ Roses’ career as the one of the most popular – and notorious – bands in rock history. From their breakthrough hit ‘Welcome To The Jungle’ - whose controversial video initially proved too edgy for MTV to broadcast – to the global smash ‘Sweet Child O’ Mine’, that gave them their first and only Billboard number one. Those close to the band – including publicist Arlett Vereecke and friend and photographer Marc Canter - share their memories of Guns N’ Roses’ journey from obscurity on LA’s Sunset Strip, to becoming the hottest rock band on the planet in the late 1980s. Founder Guns N’ Roses band member Tracii Guns reveals how they got their name – and why he left the group after only a few weeks. Members of the band’s production team - including mixers Steve Thompson and Michael Barbiero - recall their memories of recording these iconic tracks, whilst video director Nigel Dick reveals what went on behind the scenes during the filming some of Guns N’ Roses’ most famous videos including ‘Paradise City’ and ‘Patience.’ We hear how Guns N’ Roses survived fallouts, concert riots and drug addiction, to release some of their greatest songs in the early 90s, including ‘Don’t Cry’ and the epic nine-minute ballad ‘November Rain.

We shine a light on three tracks that helped Bon Jovi become one of the biggest selling bands in the world. From their early beginnings in New Jersey to global domination with chart topping smash hit Living on a Prayer, the game changing ballad Always and the modern rock classic ‘It’s my Life,’ that inspired a whole new generation of fans. We hear from those on the inside as Label Executive Derek Shulman recalls how he came to sign the band. Producers Bob Rock & Luke Ebbin reminisce about working with Bon Jovi in the studio and renowned music video director, Wayne Isham, and producer, Curt Marvis, share their insights on the making of some of the band’s most iconic videos.

We dig deep into the creation of six classic tracks, spanning the stellar career of rock titans Van Halen - from their early days, playing parties in Pasadena to becoming the biggest rock act in America. We hear how the band announced their arrival with pounding rocker Runnin’ with the Devil; hit their commercial peak with synth heavy chart topper Jump; and reinvented themselves not once, but twice, as singer David Lee Roth was replaced by Sammy Hagar, who then made way for Gary Cherone. The creator of the sleeve for the band’s debut album, Elliot Gilbert, recalls the photo session that left him deaf for a fortnight. The producer of the Jump video, Robert Lombard, reveals the dilemma that eventually got him fired. Dweezil Zappa, son of music legend Frank, remembers the time when Eddie van Halen let him into some of his guitar playing secrets. Nuno Bettencourt quizzes his band mate Gary Cherone about the former Extreme singer’s stint as Van Halen’s front man. While cinematographer Daniel Court explains the real reason for the band’s notorious ‘no brown M and Ms’ rider request.

We explore the three classic hits that define Poison’s career as the one of the best-loved glam metal bands of all time. Having honed their sound, sensational stage show and famous androgynous image on LA’s Sunset Strip rock scene, Poison’s first Top 40 Billboard hit came in the form of second single ‘Talk Dirty To Me.’ Video director Jean Pellerin reveals how he captured the band’s sense of fun and feelgood energy in the song’s music video, helping it become an MTV favorite. In 1988, Poison released the rock ballad ‘Every Rose Has Its Thorn.’ Although their record company were initially reluctant to release it - believing it to be “too country” - it would become their biggest ever hit, peaking at number one on the Billboard chart. More hits followed, including the pop rock smash ‘Unskinny Bop.’ The meaning of the song’s title has remained a mystery to many, but road crew member Riki Valentine reveals that ‘Unskinny Bop’ doesn’t actually mean anything, it was just a phrase that fit the melody when they were writing it. Despite their huge success, it wasn’t all plain sailing for Poison. Those close to the band - including producer Jim Faraci and video director Shane Stanley – share memories of the fall-outs and rock n’ roll excess that went on behind the scenes, culminating in singer Bret Michaels and guitarist C.C. Deville coming to blows backstage at the 1991 MTV Music Video Awards.

We dig deep into the creation of six classic tracks, spanning the stellar career of rock titans Van Halen - from their early days, playing parties in Pasadena to becoming the biggest rock act in America. We hear how the band announced their arrival with pounding rocker Runnin’ with the Devil; hit their commercial peak with synth heavy chart topper Jump; and reinvented themselves not once, but twice, as singer David Lee Roth was replaced by Sammy Hagar, who then made way for Gary Cherone. The creator of the sleeve for the band’s debut album, Elliot Gilbert, recalls the photo session that left him deaf for a fortnight. The producer of the Jump video, Robert Lombard, reveals the dilemma that eventually got him fired. Dweezil Zappa, son of music legend Frank, remembers the time when Eddie van Halen let him into some of his guitar playing secrets. Nuno Bettencourt quizzes his band mate Gary Cherone about the former Extreme singer’s stint as Van Halen’s front man. While cinematographer Daniel Court explains the real reason for the band’s notorious ‘no brown M and Ms’ rider request.

We explore the three classic hits that define Poison’s career as the one of the best-loved glam metal bands of all time. Having honed their sound, sensational stage show and famous androgynous image on LA’s Sunset Strip rock scene, Poison’s first Top 40 Billboard hit came in the form of second single ‘Talk Dirty To Me.’ Video director Jean Pellerin reveals how he captured the band’s sense of fun and feelgood energy in the song’s music video, helping it become an MTV favorite. In 1988, Poison released the rock ballad ‘Every Rose Has Its Thorn.’ Although their record company were initially reluctant to release it - believing it to be “too country” - it would become their biggest ever hit, peaking at number one on the Billboard chart. More hits followed, including the pop rock smash ‘Unskinny Bop.’ The meaning of the song’s title has remained a mystery to many, but road crew member Riki Valentine reveals that ‘Unskinny Bop’ doesn’t actually mean anything, it was just a phrase that fit the melody when they were writing it. Despite their huge success, it wasn’t all plain sailing for Poison. Those close to the band - including producer Jim Faraci and video director Shane Stanley – share memories of the fall-outs and rock n’ roll excess that went on behind the scenes, culminating in singer Bret Michaels and guitarist C.C. Deville coming to blows backstage at the 1991 MTV Music Video Awards.