

Eras
Gepresenteerd door BBC Radio 2
De verhalen van de grootste artiesten ter wereld. De makers duiken diep in het BBC-archief en spreken met de mensen die erbij waren, terwijl we terugblikken op hun meest iconische periodes.
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The Miles Davis Story (from Legend)
<p>In celebration of what would’ve been his 100th birthday, we’re excited to share a clip from the latest series of the Legend podcast, The Miles Davis Story.</p><p>In the series, acclaimed actor and longtime fan Clarke Peters (The Wire, Treme, Da 5 Bloods) explores the life and legacy of a visionary artist whose relentless pursuit of the "new" often scorched his own life and the lives of those around him.</p><p>Across the series, Clarke charts Miles’s ever-evolving artform, starting with this f

Phil Collins: Episode 5: The Man Himself
<p>In the final part of Eras: Phil Collins, Zoe Ball sits down with the man himself for a new and exclusive conversation, encompassing everything from Phil’s earliest aspirations as a kid with a drum set to his poignant reflections at the other end of an incredible career. Featuring special appearances from Robert Plant, Mike Rutherford and Phil’s son, Nic Collins, it’s an emotional grand finale – with Phil reflecting on the private price he paid for so much success, and the health struggles

Phil Collins: Episode 4: Against All Odds
<p>In the 1990s, Phil Collins’ status as rock and roll’s resident nice guy is thrown into question after the collapse of his second marriage, the leak of a certain fax, and a subsequent tabloid frenzy. Bruised by the experience, Phil begins a gradual retreat from the industry – moving to Switzerland, then quitting Genesis, and ultimately announcing his own ‘Final Farewell Tour’ in 2004.</p><p>But retirement is easier said than done. Zoe Ball follows Phil Collins through an epic and emotional fin

Phil Collins: Episode 3: The Imperial Years
<p>In 1985, after a couple of massive singles and an Oscar nomination, Phil Collins stands on the precipice of global megastardom. Then comes No Jacket Required, Live Aid, a red hot hit streak with Genesis – and he’s hurled over the edge.</p><p>From time zone defying Concorde operatics to soundtracking – and starring in – Miami Vice, Zoe Ball charts Phil’s imperial era. The critics might be giving him a hard time, but in stadiums all over the world legions of fans sing every word to his constant

Phil Collins: Episode 2: Can You Feel It?
<p>It’s the dawn of the 1980s, and Phil’s life has been thrown into turmoil by the breakdown of his marriage – but amidst the heartbreak, he finds a new drive to create. </p><p>Zoe Ball follows Phil Collins as he steps away from Genesis and makes his first, unforgettable statement as a solo artist. The album – and a certain drum fill in its opening track – propel Phil to the status of Britain’s most unassuming popstar. With it comes his first taste of both the highs and lows of so much exposure.

Phil Collins: Episode 1: In the Beginning…
<p>Who’s that cherubic lad, beaming out from the cover of a 9 penny knitting pattern?</p><p>Meet young Philip Collins – a boy born with two distinct paths laid out before him. Follow his dad into the world of office work and suburban domesticity? Or listen to that voice that tells him to climb onto stage, any stage, and perform?</p><p>In episode one of Eras: Phil Collins – Zoe follows Phil as he receives his first toy drum, age three, and discovers a lifelong obsession. One that will ultimately

Queen: 5. Interview with Queen icons Brian May & Roger Taylor
<p>Hosted by comedian and lifelong Queen super fan Bill Bailey, this latest installment of the ERAS series dives deep into the story of the band told through the prism of their operatic masterpiece, Bohemian Rhapsody, which celebrates its 50th anniversary in 2025. Bill sits down for brand-new conversations with Brian May and Roger Taylor, Queen’s legendary guitarist and drummer, who look back on their extraordinary journey, and the legacy of their most famous song.</p><p>Photo Credit: Mick Rock

Queen: 4. The Reign Continues
<p>In this episode of Eras: Queen, Bill Bailey tells the story of the band's most poignant and powerful chapter.</p><p>By the start of the 90s, Queen knew time was running short as Freddie Mercury was gravely ill. Instead of slowing down, they pushed forward, making another album, Innuendo, and creating the video for "These Are The Days Of Our Lives," Freddie’s final on-camera appearance. This episode explores the profound impact of Freddie's public announcement of his AIDS diagnosis, followed
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