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1. Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music: A Musical History 12/07/18: Documentary exploring the music of rock band Roxy Music, who have a good claim to be one of the UK’s most influential bands. Led by charismatic frontman Bryan Ferry, their striking style and great songs won them an army of fans who would go on to make their own mark in the world of music. 58 Minutes
In this celebration of the music of both Bryan Ferry and Roxy Music, insights and anecdotes are provided by household names like Sadie Frost, Glenn Gregory and Martyn Ware, Gaz Coombes, New Order’s Stephen Morris and Gillian Gilbert, Shaun Ryder and Alan McGee, Ana Matronic and more.
Formed in 1971, Roxy Music was the brainchild of art student Bryan Ferry. His advert in Melody Maker gathered the initial line-up which included guitarist Phil Manzanera, saxophonist Andy Mackay, keyboard player Brian Eno and drummer Paul Thompson.
Pioneers of glam, their outlandish fashion sense, songwriting and use of electronics created a glorious package. Punk, New Wave and New Romantic music owe a huge debt to Bryan and Roxy Music. Style is one thing, but the substance was reflected in a catalogue of classic songs – combined they create an enduring legacy which is celebrated in a golden hour of their greatest hits.
Interviews from: Gaz Coombes, Emma Dabiri, Sadie Frost, Gillian Gilbert, Glenn Gregory, Ana Matronic, Alan McGee, Stephen Morris, Sian Pattenden, Shaun Ryder Martyn Ware (Heaven 17)
2. “Roxy Music and Brian Ferry at the BBC” 04/02/22: Enjoy the Thrill of It All and Dance Away the evening for this dive into the BBC’s archives to look over some of the finest performances from both Roxy Music and Bryan Ferry. As a band, they were innovative, helping create the look and sound of the 1970s, and Ferry’s solo career saw him hit new heights as the embodiment of sophisticated cool. Amongst the hits included are classics like Do the Strand, Avalon, Slave to Love and In Every Dream Home a Heartache… but the programme covers their entire careers, so do prepare for More than This. 58 Minutes
TOTAL RUNNING TIME 1 Hour 56 Minutes
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