The architects behind the icons: how managers shaped pop history
In short: While artists provide the talent, a specific breed of manager provides the power. This BBC series explores the secret history of the industry's most influential puppet masters.
The documentary traces the careers of legendary figures who controlled megastars ranging from Elvis Presley to Justin Bieber. It highlights maverick managers like Colonel Parker and Scooter Braun, alongside industry heavyweights such as Peter Grant (Led Zeppelin) and Don Arden (The Small Faces, Black Sabbath, and ELO).
Featuring insights from key figures including Paul McGuinness (U2), Jonathan Dickins (Adele), and Andrew Loog Oldham (The Rolling Stones), the series reveals how these behind-the-scenes power players dictated the trajectory of rock and pop music.
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