How, after a string of disappointments, Dr Dre's fortunes took a turn for the better when Jimmy Iovine introduced him to an unknown white rapper called Eminem. Show more
Jimmy Iovine reveals how his fear that Napster would change the face of music led to the founding of Beats Electronics. Show more
Jimmy Iovine and Dr Dre discuss the highs and lows of their music careers and how each of them hit a wall before finding a way to make a fresh start. Show more
39 minutes
How Jimmy Iovine became the distributor for Dr Dre's post-NWA label, and the fallout from the American political mainstream's increasing hostility towards rap music. Show more
How Dr Dre's success with NWA was overshadowed by a devastating loss. Jimmy Iovine discusses his work with Tom Petty and Patti Smith, and his relationship with Stevie Nicks. Show more
Dr Dre and Jimmy Iovine sold their Beats headphones company to Apple Inc for $3 billion. But when they started out, they had nothing other than a little ambition. Show more
Front Row
Jimmy Iovine, Donal Ryan, Glyndebourne Opera Cup, Spring equinox poems
30 minutes
First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW
Available for over a year
Record producer Jimmy Iovine, author Donal Ryan, the Glyndebourne Opera Cup competition and spring equinox poetry from Caleb Femi and Jackie Kay. Show more