Video Killed The Radio Star

Season 5

Featuring interviews with iconic bands and artists, such as Guns 'n' Roses, Fleetwood Mac, Metallica, A-Ha, Bon Jovi and Bryan Adams.

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13 Episodes

David Bowie
E1
David BowieDirectors David Mallett and Tim Pope are among those discussing the challenges, expense, and visions behind David Bowie's music videos.
The Cure
E2
The CureThe Cure's Robert Smith and video director Tim Pope reflect on the band's most iconic videos, including Boys Don't Cry, Why Can't I Be You? and Close to Me.
Simple Minds
E3
Simple MindsSimple Minds singer songwriter Jim Kerr discusses the band's iconic hits and videos, including Belfast Boy, Chelsea Girl and Don't You Forget About Me.
Elton John
E4
Elton JohnA look at Elton John's most iconic videos, including the on-set shenanigans and setbacks that surrounded filming for his cheery 80s hit I'm Still Standing.
Oasis
E5
OasisDirector Nigel Dick discusses the iconic music videos he has made with Oasis and reflects on his fractious relationship with the Gallagher brothers.
Joe Strummer
E6
Joe StrummerThe Pogues' Shane MacGowan is among those examining Joe Strummer's exit from The Clash, his part in The Pogues and his spaghetti western Straight to Hell.
Michael Jackson
E7
Michael JacksonDirectors behind some of Michael Jackson's iconic music videos, including Thriller and Smooth Criminal, discuss their collaborations with the King of Pop.
Aretha Franklin
E8
Aretha FranklinDirectors discuss working with Aretha Franklin, including the difficulties experienced making the video for her duet with George Michael.
Billy Joel
E9
Billy JoelDirectors behind the music videos to Uptown Girl, The Downeaster "Alexa" and Allentown discuss their famous collaborations with Billy Joel.
Frankie Goes To Hollywood
E10
Frankie Goes To HollywoodDirector Kevin Godley reflects on the success and controversies of the videos for Relax, Two Tribes and Christmas hit The Power of Love.
The Human League
E11
The Human LeagueHuman League singer Phil Oakey and director Steve Barron reflect on the iconic videos of the new wave band, including that of hit single Don't You Want Me.
Blur
E12
BlurA look at the Britpop band's most famous videos, including Parklife, featuring Phil Daniels, Country House, directed by Damien Hirst, and Coffee & TV.
The Synth Years
E13
The Synth YearsGary Kemp, Simon Le Bon and director Russell Mulcahy are among those reflecting on the electronic music scene and music video boom of the 1980s.