Music Through The Decades

A fascinating documentary charting the extraordinary life and music of Dolly Parton.

A selection of some of David Bowie's best performances from the BBC archives.

Anarchic and offbeat 1960s story of 36 hours in the lives of The Beatles.

A celebration of the legacy of Ronnie Scott and his world-famous jazz club.

The story of The Boomtown Rats, who with Bob Geldof’s Live Aid, revolutionised the world.

The story of a truly singular talent, unpacking the myth of the man behind the horn.

How Bob Marley influenced politics and culture in the UK in the turbulent 1970s.

Annie Nightingale selects some of the finest performances from the punk and new wave era.

The story of Nigerian musician Fela Kuti, who created a sound for a continent - Afrobeat.

Bandleader and pianist Count Basie reveals his passions and inspirations, in his own words

Tracing the story of Ella Fitzgerald’s life.

The story of four Liverpool boys who became Britain's most enduring soul and funk act.

The story of Ike White, who recorded a legendary soul album while in jail for murder.

Film focusing on Janet Jackson's struggle to control both her creative and personal life.

Documentary chronicling our ever-changing love affair with the British singles chart.

The story of The Shadows as they celebrate their sixtieth anniversary.