Jukebox musical s02e01 is the first episode of season two of brian pern released on tu. The second episode in this alltoobrief trilogy follow ing last weeks jukebox musical hilarity finds brian simon day tackling the rock opera. The rock documentary genre is pretty welltrodden terrain. This second series for brian pern is shaping up to be one of the undisputed tv comedy highlights of 2014. Ageing rocker brian pern presents his guide to the life of rock from prehistoric man to the present day in a spoof. The life of rock with brian pern s01 ep01 the birth of rock hd watch. A life in rock, it seems that pern, the comic creation of the fast shows simon day and rhys thomas, has switched from object to subject. Brian pern to return for final special news british. Brian pern a life in rock s01 ep01 ep 1 hd watch dailymotion.
The life of rocka life in rock45 years of prog rock bbc dvd brian pern. Brian pern a life in rock and 45 years of prog and roll, each comprising three halfhour rockumentary episodes. Season 3 guide for the life of rock with brian pern tv series see the episodes list with schedule and episode summary. Bbc four brian pern, the life of rock with brian pern. Despite a plethora of gags at his expense it appears that he liked it if this is genuine. Spoof documentary following ageing rock star brian pern, former frontman of thotch. Here you will find all the episodes of the seriesthe life of rock with brian pern. Brian pern tv tribute by bruce dessau on 1722017 following the sudden death of brian pern in a segway mistake, bbc four is to broadcast a special documentary, dedicated.
Following the sudden death of brian pern in a segway mistake, bbc four is to broadcast a special documentary, dedicated to the musician, celebrating his life and work. Brian looks at what breaks up bands, from drink and drugs to creative tension. Downton abbey series 1 to 6 complete collection region 2 dvd. Channel 4 has released first look images of miriam margolyes call the midwife, julia deakin shaun of the dead and simon day the life of rock with brian pern from the upcoming third season of. 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. This article is within the scope of wikiproject british tvshows, a collaborative effort to improve the coverage of british television shows on wikipedia. In part one, pern investigates rocks prehistoric origins, asks who was the smartest band and reminisces about dressing up as a crab. A life in rock is a british comedy documentary following ageing rock star brian pern, former frontman of the legendary 1970s progressive rock group thotch.
For the three parts of the life of rock, peter gabriel and brian eno should probably have their lawyers on speed dial. The life of rock with brian pern, bbc four the arts desk. Tv time brian pern s02e01 jukebox musical tvshow time. The first contains series one, the life of rock with brian pern, and series two, brian pern. Watch the life of rock with brian pern, series 1 prime video. Bbc four has cancelled the mockumentary for a final tribute show which will see the legendary rocker killed. Brian used to bore the audience for 25 minutes with his pretentious fucking stories so i use. Series 1, titled the life of rock, with brian pern, was originally broadcast in three weekly parts on bbc four from 10 february 2014. Brian pern stars simon day as brian pern, michael kitchen as john farrow and rhys thomas as rhys thomas obe. This set takes in all three original series as well as a raft of the original web videos that were used to pilot its validity. Netflix sets premiere date for final season of fuller house. Brian pern 45 years of prog and roll season 3 episode 3. British comedy documentary following ageing rock star brian pern, former fro. The complete series includes the nine episodes from all three series.
A life in rock, whilst the second features series three, brian pern. The life of rock with brian pern tv show season 3 episodes. Track the life of rock with brian pern season 1 episodes. Following the sudden death of brian pern in a segway mistake, bbc four is to broadcast a special documentary. A compilation of some of the brian pern sketches released online by the bbc in 200910. If you would like to participate, please visit the project page, where you can join the discussion and see a list of open tasks. Mockumentary following aging rock star brian pern, former frontman of the legendary 1970s progressive rock group thotch. Spoof threepart chronology of some of the biggest moments in rock history. Brian pern a life in rock s01 ep01 ep 1 hd stream watch brian pern a life in rock s01 ep01 ep 1 online.
A year in the life of brian pern part one duration. Brian pern, prog rock legend and inventor of world music. A life in rock, episode 2 brian plans to stage his entire debut solo album, brian pern s musical version of the day of the triffids, live from the peak of mount kilimanjaro in africa with a host of special guests. Series 1, titled the life of rock, with brian pern, was originally broadcast in three weekly parts on bbc four from 10 february. The life of rock with brian pern s03 ep02 hd watch. It is the tenth anniversary of the twentieth anniversary of the fifth anniversary of the first anniversary of the nonrelease of his solo album brian pern s musical version of the day of the triffids. A sort of spoof of pofaced musical histories and 70s rock. Brian pern is one of the most respected musicians of his generation. Trio of rock mocumentaries following ageing rock star brian pern, former frontman of the legendary 1970s progressive rock group thotch. Brian pern simon day is an ageing rock star and former frontman of ground breaking progressive rock group thotch. Nov 19, 2015 prog rock legend and inventor of world music brian pern takes us on an imagined journey through the last halfcentury of rock music.
British comedy spoofdocumentary series about ageing rock star brian pern, the former frontman of the 1970s progressive rock group thotch. Something to ride home about was a travelog programme for bbc northern ireland, directed by george kane, featuring smiley cycling around northern ireland and. Jul 18, 2015 brian pern 45 years of prog and roll season 3 episode 3. A life in rock is a british comedy spoofdocumentary series about a fictional ageing rock star, brian pern, the former frontman of the 1970s progressive rock group thotch. Websites use cookies that have been placed on this site by its operator. The life of rock with brian pern s01 ep02 middle age of rock hd stream watch the life of rock with brian. With simon day, lucy montgomery, rhys thomas, nigel havers.
From before the rutles to after spinal tap comedians and music obsessives have been sending up everything from the clothes to. He first gained fame as the lead singer of the progressive rock group thotch before launching a critically acclaimed solo career in which he managed to invent world music and became the first musician to use plasticine in. As brian has been inducted into the usa rock and roll hall of fame, director rhys thomas explores how brian broke america with the success of his classic album shelf life. Jan 14, 2016 season 3 guide for the life of rock with brian pern tv series see the episodes list with schedule and episode summary. Bbc four has cancelled the mockumentary for a final tribute show which will see the legendary rocker killed off. Track the life of rock with brian pern season 3 episodes. The life of rock with brian pern is an british documentary series which is aired on bbc four. A second series of three episodes was promoted to bbc two and broadcast from 9 december 2014, retitled brian pern. Episodes list of the life of rock with brian pern series. Dec 10, 2014 if theres a funnier show than brian pern. A compilation of brian pern s television performances and videos with trivia captions and a couple of interviews.
A guide listing the titles and air dates for episodes of the tv series the life of rock with brian pern. Here you fint both the broadcast episodes as the next episodes. The life of rock with brian pern rhys thomas obe 20142016. With cameos from john humphrys and the one and only peter gabriel. Progrock legend and inventor of world music brian pern takes us on an imagined journey through the last halfcentury of rock music. Spoof documentaries following ageing rock star brian pern, former frontman of the progressive rock group thotch.
The life of rocka life in rock45 years of prog rock bbc. A life in rock is the funniest tv show on right now. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comic con sundance film festival toronto intl film. Feb 18, 2014 as well as the upcoming mini series, ecclestons character will also feature in the third full length series in the brian pern pantheon which starts in january next year. This is the life of rock with brian pern ep 2 by rhys thomas on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. Brian pern comes to bbc2 beyond the joke a transmission date has been confirmed for the second series of brian pern. Trio of rockmocumentaries following ageing rock star brian pern, former frontman of the legendary 1970s progressive rock group thotch. Oscars best picture winners best picture winners golden globes emmys san diego comiccon new york comic con sundance film festival toronto intl film festival awards central festival central all events. Brian reunites with his thotch bandmates to discuss the making of their first ever jukebox musical. The life of rock with brian pern 2014 season 1 episode 1 duration. The final episode of the series follows brian pern as he records a charity christmas record in aid of bipolar polar bears.
These mockumentaries spear their targets in lovingly crafted detail. As brian has been inducted into the usa rock and roll hall of fame, director rhys thomas explores how brian. The three series the life of rock, a life in rock and 45 years of prog and roll follow brian developing as an artist. Plus spoof rocker brian pern reveals all in a life in rock and jim alkhalili explores the secrets of quantum physics. In 2014, he played micky murray in bbc fours the life of rock with brian pern.
Plus rock stars who want to save the world and the state of music today as the series draws to a c. Brian s health problems come to a head when he discovers that he has invested millions in an aggressive tax avoidance scheme and the hmrc want their money back. A life in rock and the life of rock with brian pern. In part one, pern investigates rock s prehistoric origins, asks who was the smartest band and reminisces about dressing up as a crab.
The life of rock with brian pern s01 ep02 middle age of rock. As well as the upcoming mini series, ecclestons character will also feature in the third full length series in the brian pern pantheon which starts in january next year. Nov, 2016 the life of rock with brian pern 2014 season 1 episode 1. Aug 25, 20 a compilation of some of the brian pern sketches released online by the bbc in 200910. Bbc4s the life of rock with brian pern introduced us to the former frontman of thotch and creator of world music.
He goes behind the scenes of the albums creation and looks at the real events in brian s l. Given the task of mimicking archive material for much of its duration, its fair to say that the picture quality on the. A life in rock, series 2 prime video skip to main content. The life of rock with brian pern 2014 season 1 episode 1. I did wonder what peter gabriel would make of the life of rock with brian pern.
Season 1 guide for the life of rock with brian pern tv series see the episodes list with schedule and episode summary. Brian pern, the former frontman of ground breaking progressive rock group thotch, guides us through the history of rock n roll music with the help of former bandmates paul whitehouse and nigel havers and a starstudded set of cameos from musicians including roger taylor, jools holland, rick wakeman, rick parfitt, chrissie hynde, billy. Ageing rocker brian pern presents his guide to the life of rock from prehistoric man to the present day in a spoof threepart chronology of some of the biggest moments in rock history. Spoof documentary following ageing rock star brian pern. The life of rock with brian pern tv show season 1 episodes. Sep 30, 2016 a guide listing the titles and air dates for episodes of the tv series the life of rock with brian pern. With incredible guest appearances from the likes of roger moore, martin freeman and kathy burke, brian pern. The life of rock with brian pern tv series 2014 imdb. A second series of three episodes was promoted to bbc two and broadcast from 9.
Mockumentary following aging rock star brian pern, former frontman of the legendary 1970s. More jukebox musical s02e01 is the first episode of season two of brian pern released on tue dec 09, 2014. Plus rock stars who want to save the world and the state of music today as the series draws to a close. Prog rock legend and inventor of world music brian pern takes us on an imagined journey through the last halfcentury of rock music. This will not play on most dvd players sold in the u. Brian pern day is an ageing rock star and former frontman of ground breaking progressive rock group thotch. To celebrate, brian plans to stage the entire album live from the peak of mount kilimanjaro with. Melanie c is known for her unique vocal prowess that helped shoot the spice girls to international stardom. Feb 10, 2014 season 1 guide for the life of rock with brian pern tv series see the episodes list with schedule and episode summary.