The Old Grey Whistle Test is an influential BBC2 television music show that ran from 1971 to 1987. It took over the BBC2 late night slot from "Disco Two", which had been running since January 1970, while continuing to feature non-chart music. It was devised by BBC producer Rowan Ayers. According to presenter Bob Harris, the programme derived its name from a Tin Pan Alley phrase from years before. When they got the first pressing of a record they would play it to people they called the old greys—doormen in grey suits. The songs they could remember and whistle, having heard it just once or twice, had passed the old grey whistle test.
Nina Iseri drops out of high school and moves to Tokyo by herself. In front of the station in the suburbs of Tokyo, Nina sees Momo Kawaragi singing alone and is touched by the power of music. Nina decides to form a band with Momo, Subaru Awasu, a girl who hides her true feelings, Tomo Ebutsuka, who was abandoned by her parents, and Rupa, a lonely girl without any family...
Music show that tells the story behind modern pop classics.
In Freaky Friday (2003), an overworked mother and her daughter do not get along. However, when they switch bodies after receiving fortune cookies, they are forced to adapt to each other's lives. Through this experience, they begin to understand and appreciate each other more, ultimately resolving their differences through mutual self-respect.
MTV Unplugged (1989) is a groundbreaking television series that showcases musicians performing live acoustic performances of their popular songs. The show features a wide range of musical genres including rock, pop, rap, and hip-hop. Through intimate and stripped-down performances, MTV Unplugged offers a unique and raw perspective on the artists and their music.
When KISS is accused of being responsible for a series of strange occurrences, Scooby-Doo and his friends embark on a mission to solve the mystery and clear the band's name. Along the way, they encounter alternate dimensions, witches, and even an alien planet.
This documentary explores the touring years of The Beatles, from their early days in Liverpool to their rise to global fame in the 1960s. It showcases their unprecedented success, the impact of their music on pop culture, and the challenges they faced as a band.
A struggling single mom works as a Hollywood teamster and escapes from a ruthless FBI Agent. She operates a black market for medical supplies using her legendary souped-up pickup truck.
The BBC Radio 2 Electric Proms was an October music festival in London run by the BBC for five years, 2006–2010, with each event broadcast domestically on both radio and television.
The Nation's Favourite Beatles Number One is a documentary that counts down the most popular and influential Beatles songs that reached number one on the charts.
In a small town in Greece, a group of Satanists led by a Satanic priest kidnaps tourists for ritual murders. A Catholic priest, investigating the disappearances, faces off against the satanic cult and a demonic minotaur. With the help of a female insider and a skeptical atheist, the priest must stop the cult's satanic rituals and save the kidnapped tourists.
Supersonic is a documentary film that follows the rise of the British rock band Oasis from their humble beginnings in Manchester to their historic gigs at Knebworth Park in 1996. The film includes interviews with the band members and features archive footage that provides insight into their music, their personal lives, and the cultural impact they had on British rock music.
A countdown of the 20 greatest gigs of all-time as chosen by a panel of pundits, promoters and performers.
In 'Tag: The Assassination Game', a group of college students engage in a deadly game of tag, where players must avoid being 'assassinated' by their opponents. As the game escalates, the stakes get higher and friendships are tested. A journalist becomes intrigued by the game and decides to investigate, but soon finds herself in the crosshairs of a serial killer. With murder, obsession, and rivalry, the students must navigate a dangerous game zone to survive.
Dr. Fu Manchu, a notorious supervillain, sets out to achieve world domination through unconventional means. His plans involve a youth potion, stolen crown jewels, and a plot to ignite a nuclear war. A police detective must outsmart Fu Manchu and save the day.
Compilation celebrating some guitar band performances at the BBC that feature some of the best female musicians in rock. Beginning with the oft-forgotten American group Fanny performing You're the One, it's a journey along rock's spectrum from the 1970s to now. The selection includes the powerful vocals of Elkie Brooks on Vinegar Joe's Proud to Be a Honky Woman, the mesmerising poetry of Patti Smith's Horses and the upbeat energy of the Go-Go's on We Got the Beat. Mighty basslines come courtesy of Tina Weymouth on Psycho Killer and Kim Gordon on Sugar Kane, whilst we trace the line of indie rock from the Au Pairs through Lush, Elastica and Garbage to current band Savages.
Pearl Jam Twenty is a documentary film that takes an in-depth look at the history of the band. From their beginnings in Seattle to their rise as one of the most influential rock groups of the 1990s, the film reveals the personal stories and struggles of the band members. It showcases their unique sound and the impact they had on the grunge and rock music scene. Through interviews, archival footage, and live performances, Pearl Jam Twenty captures the essence of the band's journey and the enduring legacy they have created.
Silk, the toughest cop in Honolulu, busts small time smugglers only to reveal a larger syndicate smuggling Asian mobsters into the States by buying the identities of Hawaiian citizens.
The story of the 1995 charity compilation album, "Help!", released to raise funds for the War Child charity.
In this fantastical adventure, Mark Twain embarks on a journey through time and space with his iconic characters, Tom Sawyer and Huck Finn, encountering strange phenomena and facing moral dilemmas along the way.