Next Episode of Johnson & Knopfler's Music Legends is
Season 1 / Episode 2 and airs on 02 May 2024 21:00
Musicians don't come much bigger or more successful than Brian Johnson and Mark Knopfler - lead singers of AC/DC and Dire Straits respectively. These two legends of rock have sold a staggering 300 million records between them, toured for more than 40 years and have each left their own indelible mark on our cultural history.Now, after a lifetime in music, Brian and Mark are taking a moment to reflect by sharing their incredible knowledge, experience and insights with each other - and the world.
In the series opener, Brian & Mark meet icon, Sir Tom Jones. In conversation and song, they reminisce on their earliest musical influences and Sir Tom shares captivating stories from his career, including his friendship with Elvis Presley.
Brian & Mark visit Mark's own British Grove recording studio to meet UK singer-songwriter and fellow Geordie, Sam Fender. Sam tells the story of his musical journey so far, discusses the influence Brian & Mark have had on him and shows them how to play Seventeen Going Under.
Brian & Mark hook up with 80s icon Cyndi Lauper at New York's legendary recording studio, The Power Station. Cyndi discusses her tumultuous career in the music industry and brings her dulcimer along to teach Brian & Mark a special arrangement of her classic hit, True Colours.
In Miami, Brian & Mark meet disco legend Nile Rodgers and explore his impressive musical career, from Studio 54 to David Bowie and Daft Punk. Nile and Mark jam together on an exclusive ‘Johnny Cash version' of Chic's disco classic, Good Times.
Brian & Mark travel to California to visit Carlos Santana, who recounts his incredible journey in music, from early days, through his Woodstock performance and resurgence in the late 90s. Together, they jam an amazing version of Black Magic Woman and Carlos plays some of his biggest hits.
Brian & Mark head to Music City - Nashville - and meet up with Mark's longtime friend and sometime collaborator, Emmylou Harris. Emmylou shares her career highlights and discusses her relationship with legendary country rock pioneer Gram Parsons. They're also joined for an exclusive jam session with country music superstar guitarist, Vince Gill.
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