Record On

Record On explores the making of ground-breaking albums by some the world's most prominent artists; Paul Weller and New Order, taking a deep dive into the motivations behind the album and how the social, cultural and political focus of the time is reflected in the artists music and performances.

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3 Episodes • Premiered 2023

Record On explores the making of ground-breaking albums by some the world's most prominent artists; Paul Weller and New Order, taking a deep dive into the motivations behind the album and how the social, cultural and political focus of the time is reflected in the artists music and performances.

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1. Paul Weller - Wild Wood

The story of Paul Weller's journey through changing times in the 90s, his new direction in sound and the resulting tour de force that is Wild Wood.

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2. New Order- Power, Corruption & Lies

The story of New Order's 1983 album, exploring how they turned to electronic instrumentation - out of which came the hit Blue Monday.

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3. The Specials - A Message To You

Career-spanning documentary from the band's formation to later albums Encore and Protest Songs.

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