The Life of Rock with Brian Pern

2014 - 2016 NR 30m 8

Mockumentary following aging rock star Brian Pern, former front-man of the legendary 1970s progressive rock group Thotch.

Brian Pern is one of the most respected musicians of his generation. He first gained fame as the lead singer of the progressive rock group Thotch before launching a critically acclaimed solo career in which he managed to invent world music and became the first musician to use plasticine in videos. In this series, Brian takes a look back at the history of rock in his own unique style and invites the cameras into his own recording studios to show the public how he has managed to stay relevant in an ever-changing music industry.

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Episodes:

Episode 1 Birth of Rock

1. Birth of Rock

Aired: Feb 10, 2014

Pern investigates rock's prehistoric origins, asks who was the smartest band,...

Episode 2 Middle Age of Rock

2. Middle Age of Rock

Aired: Feb 17, 2014

Brian looks at rock stars who turn to acting (himself included), charity sing...

Episode 3 Death of Rock

3. Death of Rock

Aired: Feb 24, 2014

Brian looks at what breaks up bands, from drink and drugs to creative tension...

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Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Four

Genres: Comedy