The Day the Rock Star Died

The Day the Rock Star Died - AXS

AXS

Docuseries

2018

TV14

Documentary

Music

Exploring the storied lives, rich musical legacies and tragic ends of some of the biggest and most-treasured superstars in music history.

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2018 Docuseries 1 Season15 Episodes

Upcoming TV Airings

The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.

Thursday, August 21

Keith Moon

Season 1 • Episode 12

The Who drummer Keith Moon is noted for his unique style and often self-destructive behavior.

Thursday, August 21

Amy Winehouse

Season 1 • Episode 13

English singer Amy Winehouse's talent is often overshadowed by her struggles with addiction.

Thursday, August 21

Michael Hutchence

Season 1 • Episode 14

Michael Hutchence was with rock band INXS from 1977 until his death on Nov. 22, 1997.

Thursday, August 21

Buddy Holly

Season 1 • Episode 15

Buddy Holly dies in an aeroplane accident in 1959, along with Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper.

Thursday, August 28

Tom Petty

Season 1 • Episode 1

Music artist Tom Petty sells more than 80 million records worldwide during his career.

Thursday, August 28

Jimi Hendrix

Season 1 • Episode 2

Jimi Hendrix achieves fame in the U.S. after his performance at the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967.

Thursday, August 28

Elvis Presley

Season 1 • Episode 3

Prescription drug abuse severely compromises Elvis Presley's health and leads to his death in 1977.

Thursday, August 28

Jim Morrison

Season 1 • Episode 4

Singer Jim Morrison develops an alcohol dependence and dies at the age of 27 in Paris.