Brian Pern: A Life in Rock
2014•30m•8.4/10
Comedy
Ratings
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8.4/10(8)
Brian Pern is an ageing rock star and former front-man of ground breaking progressive rock group Thotch. Like many artists of his age, rather than make new music, he spends more time trying to save the planet (including his campaign to teach gorillas how to Skype). Now, the BBC have asked him to front a major new documentary where he presents his guide to The Life Of Rock from prehistoric man to the present day.
Production
BBC
Language
EN
Status
Ended
First Aired
February 10, 2014
Last Aired
January 28, 2016
Networks
BBC Four, BBC Two
Created By
Simon Day, Rhys Thomas
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Where to Watch
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
Birth of Rock
Air date: 2014-02-10
Pern investigates rock's prehistoric origins, asks who was the smartest band, and reminisces about dressing up as a crab.
E2
Middle Age of Rock
Air date: 2014-02-17
Brian looks at rock stars who turn to acting (himself included), charity singles and protest songs.
E3
Death of Rock
Air date: 2014-02-24
Brian looks at what breaks up bands, from drink and drugs to creative tension.
Cast
Simon Day
Brian Pern
Paul Whitehouse
Pat Quid
Nigel Havers
Tony Pebblé
Michael Kitchen
John Farrow
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