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Death of a Rock Star

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From Kurt Cobain to Whitney Houston, Michael Hutchence and Amy Winehouse, these are their stories - powerful, poignant and raw. This series will change how you feel about them. read less

Our Editor's Take

The world of rock & roll isn't all glamor, and Death of a Rock Star is here to prove it. This UK-based podcast series explores the lives of musical icons who are no longer alive. The show also considers their impact on the world and the world's impact on them.

Voice artists Emma Clarke and Elroy Powell tell the stories of the legendary stars. Emma is a writer, composer, and voice artist. Her career began at sixteen when she began reading poetry on the BBC. Since then, she has featured in several films and podcasts, including Acres of Nature. Elroy, also known as Spoonface, is a musician, actor, and voice artist. His distinctive tone has earned him appearances in video games and blockbuster movies. The hosts' experience and skills help to immerse listeners in the story.

Each episode of the podcast reveals the story of a different world-famous musician. These stars defined decades, known for their looks, talent, and powerful charisma. Their distinctive styles and bravery changed music forever. The show examines their personal lives, careers, and what their deaths meant to the world.

Death of a Rock Star's narrative style is engaging and intimate. The show's writers are biographers Tom Fordyce and Ben Dirs. Tom and Ben's stories are emotive and thought-provoking, and they capture insightful details.

The musical legends featured on the show come from a range of time periods. They include jazz singer Billie Holiday, who died in the 1950s, and David Bowie, who died of liver cancer in 2016. Other notable names on the show include Tupac, John Lennon, Amy Winehouse, and Janis Joplin.

Death of a Rock Star may appeal to music lovers who want to learn more about some of history's greatest artists. The show began in 2020 and each episode is around 30 minutes long.

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