Press Release
Source: AXS TV
AXS TV, the premier cable channel for music-themed programming, gives viewers the best seat in the house with a fresh slate of classic concerts—airing daily at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT and 5 p.m. ET/2 p.m. PT.
The Network puts the spotlight on a different themed block each week, celebrating influential artists from across the entertainment spectrum. The lineup for Monday, March 30 through Sunday, April 5 salutes icons of the “British Invasion” with powerhouse performances by rock n’ roll mainstays The Rolling Stones, beloved chart-toppers Queen, legendary rock trailblazer Paul McCartney, acclaimed British quartet The Who, and award-winning showman Elton John; as well as a tribute to “Women Who Rock” packed with unforgettable sets by Fleetwood Mac frontwoman Stevie Nicks, country superstar Shania Twain, folk heroine Sheryl Crow, fiery rock siren Alanis Morissette, and multi-platinum singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge.
The following list has been carefully curated, offering star-studded specials, hit-packed concerts, in-depth interviews, insightful documentaries, and more for those music connoisseurs craving the magic that only live performances can provide. Sit down, tune in, and rock out!
MOVIES TO WATCH THIS WEEK
Additionally, AXS TV brings the ultimate cinematic experience home with a a pair of critically acclaimed music-themed biopics starring Lou Diamond Phillips as rock n’ roll pioneer Ritchie Valens in La Bamba (Wed. April 1 at 9 p.m. ET) and Val Kilmer as psychedelic rock god Jim Morrison in The Doors (Friday, April 3 at 6:50 p.m. ET)
All Times EASTERN
Monday, March 30
12:00 p.m. Stevie Nicks Rock A Little
Stevie Nicks unleashes a powerful set at the legendary Red Rocks Amphitheatre in the 1986 concert film STEVIE NICKS: ROCK A LITTLE. The night features guest appearances by Mick Fleetwood and guitar mastermind Peter Frampton, and performances of Nicks’ signature solo tracks “Edge Of Seventeen,” “Talk To Me,” and “Stand Back,” as well as the beloved Fleetwood Mac single “Dreams,” among many others.
5:00 p.m. The Rolling Stones: Havana Moon
The Rolling Stones deliver a historic set in front of 1.2 million fans in Cuba, blazing through “Jumpin’ Jack Flash,” “Paint It Black,” “Brown Sugar,” and more, in ROLLING STONES: HAVANA MOON.
12:00 a.m. Phil Collins – Going Back
Collins performs a selection of vintage soul covers from this concert shot in New York.
Tuesday, March 31
12:00 p.m. Shania Twain – Still The One
“The Queen of Country Pop” Shania Twain performs the filmed live “Still the One” concert during her groundbreaking residency show at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas. Known as the world’s best-selling female country artist of all time, the accomplished singer-songwriter performs many of her recognizable favorites, such as “Man! I Feel Like A Woman,” “From This Moment On,” and of course, “You’re Still the One.”
5:00 p.m. Paul McCartney – Rockshow
This Paul McCartney legendary concert special took place during his epic 1976 world tour captured on the “Wings over America” triple album. Join McCartney as he takes the stage at the Kingdome in Seattle, Washington with over 67,000 fans as he performs some of his greatest hits.
2:00 a.m. America Salutes You: Guitar Legends 2
The 2018 benefit concert America Salutes You: Guitar Legends II captures an impressive roster of stars including Sammy Hagar, Joe Bonamassa, The Doors’ Robbie Krieger, ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons, Orianthi, Stephen Stills, Dave Navarro, Don Felder and many more.
Wednesday, April 1
12:00 p.m. Sheryl Crow Live at the Capitol Theatre
Sheryl Crow takes the stage at the historic Capitol Theatre in Port Chester, New York to play the final night of her ‘Be Myself’ tour. The concert film features Crow with her all new band, performing songs from her 8th studio album, featuring the title track “Be Myself” along with her hits “Halfway There” and “Atom Bomb,” as well as classic hits including “C’mon’ C’mon,” “All I Wanna Do,” “Leaving Las Vegas,” “First Cut Is The Deepest,” Soak Up The Sun”, “If It Makes You Happy” and many more hits.
5:00 p.m. Queen: Hungarian Rhapsody – Live in Budapest
Marking the first stadium performance by a western band behind the Iron Curtain, the 1986 concert special HUNGARIAN RHAPSODY: QUEEN LIVE IN BUDAPEST captures Freddie Mercury on his final tour with the band performing timeless favorites such as “Under Pressure,” “Bohemian Rhapsody” and many more.
6:40 p.m. Chicago
Rock n’ roll mainstays Chicago deliver a career-spanning set that includes “Color My World,” “Feeling Stronger Everyday,” and “25 or 6 to 4.”
9:00 p.m. *MOVIE* – La Bamba
A biography of the late pop star Ritchie Valens, focusing primarily on his relationship with his half-brother Bob, his love for his girlfriend Donna, and the famous plane crash that took his life. The film stars Lou Diamond Phillips and Esai Morales.
Thursday, April 2
12:00 p.m. Alanis Morissette
Alanis Morissette performs hits including “All I Really Want,” “Hands Clean,” and “Thank U.”
1:05 p.m. Heart Part Two
Iconic rock sisters Ann and Nancy Wilson take the stage to perform hits including “Barracuda,” “Magic Man,” and “Crazy on You.”
5:00 p.m. Elton John: The Million Dollar Piano
The beloved singer-songwriter gets the audience up and dancing, as he blazes through a medley of 18 career-spanning hits in this lively performance filmed during his 2013 residency at the world-famous Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas.
Friday, April 3
12:00 p.m. Melissa Etheridge: A Little Bit Of Me
Multi-platinum recording artist Melissa Etheridge performs songs from her thirteenth studio album, This Is M.E., such as “Take My Number” and “A Little Bit of Me,” “Ain’t That Bad”, “Monster,” as well as classic hits including “Come To My Window,” “I’m The Only One” and “Like The Way I Do.” Filmed live from the historic Orpheum Theater in Downtown Los Angeles, the concert special also includes behind the scenes footage and interviews.
5:00 p.m. The Who: Tommy – Live At The Royal Albert Hall
Featuring original members Roger Daltrey & Pete Townshend, The Who takes the stage at London’s Royal Albert Hall to perform their legendary rock opera “Tommy” live for the first time ever in its entirety. The 2017 concert special was recorded at the annual Teenage Cancer Trust benefit show, produced by Roger Daltrey to raise funds for the treatment of young people with cancer.
6:50 p.m. *MOVIE* – The Doors
This biopic tells the story of the infamous 1960s rock band, The Doors and its lead singer Jim Morrison. The film stars Val Kilmer, Meg Ryan and Kyle MacLachlan.
Saturday, April 4
9:00 p.m. The Monkees – Live From The Bomb Factory
AXS TV presents The Monkees in their first-ever live televised performance. Originally filmed in 2016 during the band’s 50TH Anniversary Tour, the historic evening captures original members Peter Tork and Mickey Dolenz at the top of their game, as they blaze through unforgettable hits such as “Last Train To Clarksville,” “Papa Gene’s Blues,” “(I’m Not Your) Steppin’ Stone,” “Daydream Believer,” and more, in front of a lively crowd.
2:55 a.m. Ringo Starr and the Roundheads with Special Guest Colin Hay
Ringo Starr performs a mix of his solo work and Beatles hits including “With a Little Help from My Friends,” “Octopus’s Garden” and “Photograph.”
Sunday, April 5
1:00 p.m. US Festival – Day 1: New Wave Day – Day 2: Heavy Metal Day – Day 3: Rock Day
Blending rare concert footage with insightful interviews with organizers and performers, this three-part concert special tells the story of the groundbreaking 1983 US Festival, which entertained more than two million people in San Bernardino, California.
New Wave Day – performances by The Clash, Stray Cats, The English Beat, and Men at Work & more.
Heavy Metal Day – performances by Judas Priest, Scorpions, Triumph & more.
Rock Day – performances by U2, Stevie Nicks, Missing Persons, Triumph & more
4:15 p.m. CMA Fest
Hosted by Thomas Rhett and Kelsea Ballerini, CMA Fest 2019 includes performances by Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, Florida Georgia Line, Lil Nas X, and others.
7:00 p.m. We Have Arrived – Bonnaroo 2004
Performances from the 2004 Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Manchester, Tennessee, including Dave Matthews, Gov’t Mule, Kings of Leon, My Morning Jacket, and Gillian Welch.
9:00 p.m. Jeddah World Fest-PREMIERE
AXS TV presents the U.S. premiere of the Jeddah World Fest, featuring Janet Jackson, Liam Payne, Future, Tyga and Steve Aoki. Originally filmed live at the landmark King Abdullah International Stadium in North Of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on July 18, 2019, the Jeddah World Fest made history as the kingdom’s first-ever global live music festival.
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About AXS TV
AXS TV is a leading music, entertainment, sports and lifestyle U.S. cable network controlled by Anthem Sports & Entertainment Inc., and originally founded by entrepreneur Mark Cuban. The network is currently available in 50 million homes and on digital platforms, including Philo, Sling TV and AT&T TV NOW. AXS TV’s programming appeals to an impassioned fanbase, delivering eclectic content in a wide variety of areas including music performances, celebrity interviews, documentaries, pop culture, combat sports, and professional wrestling. The channel is the home of IMPACT Wrestling, one of the world’s largest entertainment properties, and the English-language broadcasts of the top Hispanic MMA promotion Combate Americas; as well as original programming featuring legendary newsman Dan Rather and music icon Sammy Hagar, among many others. For a list of providers and territories, visit axs.tv/subscribe. For more information, see www.axs.tv, or follow the network on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube
