VH1's Legends
1996 · Documentary · 3 Seasons · 29 Episodes ·
Legends is a music biography television series on VH1. Originally sponsored by AT&T Corporation, this series documents those artists who have made a significant contribution to music history to be profiled on the show. The show goes in-depth into the entire career of the artist, with each episode containing rare concert and music video footage. The initial episodes were narrated by Kris Kristofferson, however other narrators have included Sheryl Crow, Steven Tyler, Ossie Davis, Levon Helm, Henry Rollins and James Justice. Recent episodes have been hosted by William Baldwin. Tina Turner, Elton John, Pink Floyd and John Lennon are the only artists so far to have been profiled on both Legends and Behind The Music.
Episodes
6. U2Four teenage friends from Dublin navigate personal tragedy, religious conflicts, and the pressure of stardom to become one of the world's biggest rock bands. Following a path from small clubs to massive stadiums, this documentary explores the group's journey to define their own sound and purpose.E77. David BowieUnfolding the career of rock star David Bowie. Interviews and concert clips included.E88. Johnny CashE99. Tina TurnerThe story of Tina Turner, from her childhood in Tennessee, her rise and fall with Ike Turner and her ascent to solo super-stardom. It includes many interviews, pictures as well as concert and music video footage.E1010. Curtis MayfieldE1111. Aretha FranklinE1212. Elton JohnE1313. John FogertyE1414. B.B. KingE1515. Stevie Ray VaughanE1616. QueenOutlining the British rock band Queen. Queen, sold millions of albums and selling out concerts. Front man Freddie Mercury, the talented star who touched fans all over the world until he met his fate on November 24, 1991, from complications of AIDS at 45. Interviews and concert clips included.
17. Bruce SpringsteenProfile of Bruce Springsteen from his early days playing in garage bands in New Jersey to his rise as rock legend; includes rare, personal photos, interviews and classic performances.E1818. Janis JoplinOutlining the life and career of blues/rock star Janis Joplin. Joplin, was known for her hits "Piece of My Heart" and "Me and Bobby McGee". Inside this documentary are interviews with Janis' sister Laura along with friends and band mates. Concert clips are also included along news clips about her arrest for indecent language at a concert and, her untimely death at 27 on October 4, 1970.E1919. Led ZeppelinDelving into the amazing career of British rock band Led Zeppelin. Interviews of the surviving members, former manager Peter Grant (died in 1995), concert clips, etc. Fans loved the band, parents hated them. In addition, John Bonham's death was included and, the announcement of the bands disbandment in 1980. Narrarated by Aerosmith front man Steven Tyler.E2020. John LennonUnpeeling the life and career of Beatles member, John Lennon. Lennon and the Beatles sold millions until their split in 1970. Sadly, at age 40, Lennon met his bloody demise by Mark David Chapman.
