London Calling

Name: London Calling
Released: 2012-09-05T00:00:00.000Z

TV Show · Documentary · Music

Tells the story of British pop through the prism of related art forms.

2012 · 52m

EPISODE 1

London Calling 1

A fascinating look at how Britain produced so many iconic bands, beginning with the phenomenal influence of its art schools.
EPISODE 2

London Calling 2

A look at how photography shaped the British rock band's image. With Pennie Smith, whose cover image for The Clash's `London Calling' became one of rock's most famous photos.
EPISODE 3

London Calling 3

Boy George, Steve Norman and sleeve art legend Storm Thorgerson discuss how pioneering album art has helped to define British bands including Pink Floyd and the Sex Pistols.
EPISODE 4

London Calling 4

Star-makers including Miles Copeland and Simon Napier-Bell discuss the role of the rock manager, examining the influence of Brian Epstein, Malcolm McLaren and Simon Cowell.