Seven Ages of Rock

Episode 2

White Light, White Heat

Exploring rock's theatrical years, as music tried to be taken seriously as an art form.

Episode 3

Blank Generation

It's 1975, and rock gets shock treatment on both sides of the Atlantic from punk.

Episode 4

Never Say Die

Looking at how heavy metal emerged in the 1960s from Birmingham.

Episode 5

We Are the Champions

In the early 1970s, rock moved out of the festivals and clubs and into the stadiums.

Episode 6

Left of the Dial

The contrasting fates of two of America's biggest bands, R.E.M. and Nirvana.

Episode 7

What the World is Waiting For: Indie Rock

The journey through the history of rock climaxes with a focus on British indie music.