Recorded at Vicar Street, Dublin, Simon Amstell's live show, Do Nothing, proved to be a hit across the UK and in New York and impressed at the Just For Laughs Festival in Montreal. Show more
Classic Albums
Tears for Fears: Songs from the Big Chair
59 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Four HD
Available for years
Documentary that explores Songs from the Big Chair, the second album by Tears for Fears, which saw the band's music transform from synth-pop into arena-ready anthems. Show more
Classic Albums
Don McLean: American Pie
1 hour
First broadcast: on BBC FourLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Wales HD
Series focusing on the albums that have influenced the course of music. This edition looks at Don McLean's album American Pie, crowned by its titular overture and the song Vincent. Show more
Documentary exploring the story of the lyric-driven French chanson and its greatest artists, including Edith Piaf, Charles Aznavour, Juliette Greco, Anna Karina and Jane Birkin Show more
Documentary that celebrates the legendary harmony duo who ruled the charts in the late 1950s and early 60s with hits like Bye Bye Love, Wake Up Little Susie and Cathy's Clown. Show more
BAFTA and Emmy award-winning writer, actor and comedian Stephen Merchant looks at the etiquette of love and romance from his unique six foot, seven inch perspective.
Documentary telling the story of Carole King's Brooklyn upbringing, her songwriting success with Gerry Goffin, her time as an LA singer-songwriter and her more recent eco-activism. Show more
Billy Bragg on how one song - Rock Island Line - kickstarted the skiffle craze in 50s Britain and gave birth to the great British bands of the 60s. Show more
A dystopian fable about our over-reliance on machines, blending animation, live music and performance. Filmed at artsdepot, London. Show more
Film telling the story of Buddy Holly's tragically short life and career through interviews with those who knew and worked with him, combined with contributions from music fans. Show more
Documentary telling the story of Carole King's Brooklyn upbringing, her songwriting success with Gerry Goffin, her time as an LA singer-songwriter and her more recent eco-activism. Show more
Classic Albums
The Crickets: The 'Chirping' Crickets
58 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Four HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Four
Available for 11 months
The story of the first album by The Crickets, crowned by four of their best-loved songs: That’ll Be the Day, Not Fade Away, Maybe Baby and Oh, Boy! Show more