Icons of Music returns to the HISTORY® Channel Africa, DStv 186 showcasing renowned musicians from various genres, who, collectively have entertained millions for almost seven decades. These include reggae stalwart Bob Marley and Johnny Clegg, a truly legendary South African muso who used his songs and dance performances as a weapon against the brutal apartheid system.
The stories behind the music air every Saturday at 20h15, from May 1 through to June 5. In addition to Clegg and Marley, each once off special will shine the spotlight on the musical journey of other rock and pop acts, namely Paul McCartney, Mick Jagger, Ozzy Osbourne and Fleetwood Mac songstress Stevie Nicks.
May 1
Paul McCartney: Wings
Of A Beatle
From the small clubs of Liverpool to the world stage, Sir
Paul McCartney has dedicated his life to the music industry. He has not only
dominated the airwaves globally with the Beatles, he reigned supreme on the
charts with Wings and his solo work.
May 8
Bob Marley: Roots of A
Man
This documentary explores the life of one of the 20th
century’s most charismatic and challenging performers, Bob Marley. He
transcends the role of reggae luminary and is widely regarded as an activist
and a cultural and music icon.
May 15
Ozzy Osbourne: Throne
of Darkness
Ozzy Osbourne eats, breathes and lives the typical ROCKSTAR
lifestyle! The Prince of Darkness famously got his start in Black Sabbath when
he placed an ad in a local music store that read: “Ozzy Zig needs a gig has own
PA”. At over 70 years of age, he is still rocking and showing the world the
true meaning of ‘being metal’.
May 22
Stevie Nicks: Wild At
Heart
Stevie Nicks is the quintessential American rockstar who is
best known as Fleetwood Mac’s frontwoman. With her ethereal style and haunting
voice, Nicks was the spirit of classic 1970s rock. Even with the trials and
tribulations of being a member of Fleetwood Mac, she reigns as one of the most
prolific women of music.
May 29
Mick Jagger: A Knight
to Remember
The voice behind Jumping
Jack Flash, Angie and Emotional
Rescue, Mick Jagger with his band the Rolling Stones revolutionised the
face of music and become one of the biggest rock and roll bands ever. He is a
successful musician, artist, actor, movie producer and business man.
June 5
Johnny Clegg: The
White Zulu
The exceptional story of a committed musician, crazy for
dance, who made the world love his vision of a South African culture that
allowed everyone, black and white, to express themselves and make it possible
to get along. Apartheid was a divisive tool, but Johnny Clegg’s dream sought a
way of uniting South Africans by mixing English and Zulu, African rhythms and
rock.
With a line-up of music legends that you don't want to miss, tune in to the HISTORY Channel Africa on DStv 186, Saturdays at 20h25 from May 1 to June 5 for #IconsofMusic.
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