AXS TV Schedule for Mon. December 11, 2017 to Sun. December 17, 2017
Monday December 11, 2017 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT 8:00 AM ET / 5:00 AM PT The Last Waltz Pop Profiles This rock documentary by Martin Scorsese features the final performance of The Band, joined Coldplay - Coldplay’s story is told chronologically through their major hit singles. by musical guests Neil Young, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, and others. Starring Eric Clapton, Neil Diamond, and Bob Dylan. Directed by Martin Scorsese. (1978 - PG) 8:30 AM ET / 5:30 AM PT Rock Legends 11:15 PM ET / 8:15 PM PT George Michael - This program features archive material, music videos “I Want Your Sex” and “Too The Last Waltz Funky” and exclusive insights from music critics and journalists. This rock documentary by Martin Scorsese features the final performance of The Band, joined by musical guests Neil Young, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, and others. Starring Eric Clapton, Neil 9:00 AM ET / 6:00 AM PT Diamond, and Bob Dylan. Directed by Martin Scorsese. (1978 - PG) The Big Interview Jack White - What does legendary guitarist Jack White have to say to Dan Rather? Turns out, a 1:30 AM ET / 10:30 PM PT lot. A side of the rock & roller his millions of fans have never seen. Love for Levon: A Benefit To Save The Barn Honoring one of the most influential musicians of our time, the Love for Levon benefit concert 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT pays tribute to the incomparable Levon Helm, drummer and vocalist for The Band. With a The Big Interview star-studded, legendary lineup that includes Roger Waters, Lucinda Williams, Grace Potter, John Gregg Allman - A conversation with the music legend known as one of the architects of southern Mayer, Gregg Allman, My Morning Jacket, Dierks Bentley, Robert Randolph, The Levon Helm rock from his home in Georgia. Band, and many, many more, this show is a once-in-a-lifetime event for a once-in-a-lifetime individual. 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT Reel To Real 4:30 AM ET / 1:30 AM PT Allman Brothers - After the Crash - After Duane Allman was killed in a motorcycle crash, many Nothing But Trailers felt the band died, too. This documentary tells the story of the post-Duane years through Sometimes the best part of the movie is the preview! So AXS TV presents Nothing But Trailers. archival footage and interviews with past members. See the best trailers, old and new, in AXS TV’s collection.
1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT 5:00 AM ET / 2:00 AM PT Robert Plant And The Strange Sensation New Japan Pro Wrestling With his unique, influential voice, Robert Plant has earned a permanent place in Rock ‘n’ Roll his- G1 CLIMAX 27 August 6, 2017 - Hiroshi Tanahashi faces Tomohiro Ishii and Tetsuya Naito meets tory. Catch highlights from Plant’s solo career, as well as Zep classics like “No Quarter” and “Black Togi Makabe in the fifteenth day of G1 CLIMAX 27. Dog” in this not-to-be-missed concert. Tuesday December 12, 2017 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT 8:00 AM ET / 5:00 AM PT Peter Frampton Raw: An Acoustic Show Pop Profiles Rock legend Peter Frampton performs on stage in California on his first-ever “completely Ke$ha - We chart Ke$ha’s career from the earliest performances to the time she was signed to a acoustic tour”. Frampton takes us on a musical journey through his catalogue of over 40 years in major label and her breakthrough single was released all the way through to today. this intimate concert. Joined on stage by writing partner Gordon Kennedy, songs like “Show Me The Way”, “Lines On My Face” and “Do You Feel Like I Do” are musically stripped down like you’ve 8:30 AM ET / 5:30 AM PT never heard before. Rock Legends Earth, Wind & Fire - Earth, Wind & Fire is an American band that has spanned the musical genres 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT of R&B, soul, funk, jazz, disco, pop, rock, Latin and African. They are one of the most successful Live from Abbey Road bands of all time. Leading music critics cast fresh light on their career. Feist/Foster The People - This episode’s performances come from Feist and Foster the People. 9:00 AM ET / 6:00 AM PT 4:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT The Big Interview Only In America Peter Frampton - Classic Rock legend Peter Frampton describes the ups and downs of his career Mutant All-Beef Road Trip - Larry takes a special road trip to the big bovine paradise of Wiscon- and sings one of the hits that made him an icon. sin. His first stop is the state’s largest dairy farm. He then takes a detour to hamburger-happy Seymour, a town that claims to be the burger’s birthplace. Finally, he embeds himself with the 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT men who pack the legendary beef at one of Wisconsin’s most venerated meatpackers. The Big Interview Steven Van Zandt - Dan Rather sits down with New Jersey’s own rock and roller Steven Van Zandt 5:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM PT to talk music, Bruce Springsteen and the Sopranos. Wilco Wilco takes the stage with their blend of idiosyncratic pop sounds from their album Yankee Hotel 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT Foxtrot. Highlights include “War on War” and “Jesus, etc”. The critically acclaimed group reveals Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band: Live In Barcelona not only inimitable musicianship, but also a wide range of music, with hints of country, rock, Recorded in 2002, touring behind the timeless album The Rising, Bruce Springsteen and the E punk and, perhaps most of all, experimentalism. Street Band performed to a crowd best described as “deliriously insane,” capturing the E Street Band with Clarence Clemons and with the addition of Soozie Tyrell. Live in Barcelona marked 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT the first time that a complete Springsteen show was released on either audio or video, and this Love for Levon: A Benefit To Save The Barn legendary concert has never been seen in its entirety on broadcast television. Honoring one of the most influential musicians of our time, the Love for Levon benefit concert pays tribute to the incomparable Levon Helm, drummer and vocalist for The Band. With a 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT star-studded, legendary lineup that includes Roger Waters, Lucinda Williams, Grace Potter, John John Hiatt And The Goners Mayer, Gregg Allman, My Morning Jacket, Dierks Bentley, Robert Randolph, The Levon Helm Singer/songwriter John Hiatt captivates fans with his unique performances and timeless songs. Band, and many, many more, this show is a once-in-a-lifetime event for a once-in-a-lifetime Be sure to catch him performing “The Thing Called Love” and “I Saw A Bird Fly Away”. Special individual. guests Robinella and the CCstringband close out the show with “Man Over” and “Honey Honey B e e”.
All times Eastern/Pacific - All schedules subject to change - Visit www.axs.tv for the latest information and updates Page 1 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT 3:30 AM ET / 12:30 AM PT Live from Abbey Road Art Mann Presents... Brandon Flowers/Lykke Li - A performance from Brandon Flowers and Lykke Li in the Abbey Road Country Thunder - Huge gathering of country music fans camping and getting crazy in the studios. Arizona desert.
4:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT 4:00 AM ET / 1:00 AM PT Only In America Gotham Comedy Live Extreme American Critters - Larry spends this episode going to extremes to show you how Ameri- Paul Rodriguez - The Original Latin Kings of Comedy star Paul Rodriguez hosts an hour of outra- cans go to extremes when it comes to animals, especially the ferocious kind. Larry apprentices geous, uncensored standup from New York’s legendary Gotham Comedy Club. with a taxidermist who turns stuffing critters into a popular, and sometimes very wacky, art form. 5:00 AM ET / 2:00 AM PT New Japan Pro Wrestling 5:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM PT G1 CLIMAX 27 August 8, 2017 - Kazuchika Okada meets Minoru Suzuki and Michael Elgin takes Bruce Springsteen And The E Street Band: Live In Barcelona on EVIL in the sixteenth day of G1 CLIMAX 27. Recorded in 2002, touring behind the timeless album The Rising, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band performed to a crowd best described as “deliriously insane,” capturing the E Street Wednesday December 13, 2017 Band with Clarence Clemons and with the addition of Soozie Tyrell. Live in Barcelona marked 8:00 AM ET / 5:00 AM PT the first time that a complete Springsteen show was released on either audio or video, and this Pop Profiles legendary concert has never been seen in its entirety on broadcast television. Taylor Swift - This episode is dedicated to one of the most iconic pop stars of our time. We chart her career from the earliest performances to the time she was signed to a major label, and her 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT breakthrough single was released, all the way through to today. Classic Albums The Doors: The Doors - The Doors’ eponymous debut album alone assures them a place in rock 8:30 AM ET / 5:30 AM PT and roll history. In less than a year after its release, the Doors would go from Los Angeles Rock Legends favorites to one of the biggest bands in the world. Janis Joplin - Janis Joplin rose to fame in the late 1960s and was known for her powerful, blues- inspired vocals. She died of an accidental drug overdose in 1970. Leading music critics cast fresh 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT light on the career of Janis Joplin. The Big Interview Kid Rock - The original American badass, Kid Rock sits down with Dan at his Tennessee moun- 9:00 AM ET / 6:00 AM PT taintop “Trouble-wide” motor home. The Big Interview Jane Lynch - Emmy and Golden Globe award-winning actress Jane Lynch opens up about her 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT late break into Hollywood stardom. From movies to television to life off-screen, Lynch has a Jingle Bell Rocks unique take on all of it. Music documentary; in search the most unusual Christmas records ever made. 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT 11:40 PM ET / 8:40 PM PT The Big Interview This Month on AXS TV Jewel - From growing up in the wilds of Alaska, to living out of her car, to stardom, a remarkable This Month on AXS TV features programming highlights and premieres on the network. interview with an American treasure, Jewel.
11:50 PM ET / 8:50 PM PT 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT Nothing But Trailers Jewel Live at the Rialto Theatre Sometimes the best part of the movie is the preview! So AXS TV presents Nothing But Trailers. Jewel performs at the historic Rialto Theater with an ethereal backdrop and, at times, is ac- See the best trailers, old and new, in AXS TV’s collection. companied by a chamber orchestra. Songs include “Anything Goes”, “Foolish Games”, and “Some- where Over the Rainbow.” This unique performance by Jewel is one that is not to be missed. 12:00 AM ET / 9:00 PM PT The Big Interview 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT Kid Rock - The original American badass, Kid Rock sits down with Dan at his Tennessee moun- Colbie Caillat taintop “Trouble-wide” motor home. Colbie Caillat performs her first hit single, “Bubbly” as well as the love-stricken “Realize”, and continues to sooth with her sweet lyrics in “Fallin’ For You” and “I Never Told You”. 1:00 AM ET / 10:00 PM PT Jingle Bell Rocks 2:00 PM ET / 11:00 AM PT Music documentary; in search the most unusual Christmas records ever made. Alison Krauss & Union Station Featuring Jerry Douglas Five stellar musicians come together to perform a selection of songs including favorites from the 2:40 AM ET / 11:40 PM PT soundtrack to Oh Brother Where Art Thou. Nothing But Trailers Sometimes the best part of the movie is the preview! So AXS TV presents Nothing But Trailers. 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT See the best trailers, old and new, in AXS TV’s collection. Live from Abbey Road Kaiser Chiefs/ Glasvegas - Kaiser Chiefs and Glasvegas perform at the Abbey Road studios. 3:00 AM ET / 12:00 AM PT Drinking Made Easy 4:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT Miami - Zane and Steve start the morning with fresh fruit for a 500-person brunch. They whip Only In America up some “adult” milkshakes. And they take a boat to Virginia key to shotgun beer with a squat- Alaska Road Trip - Larry travels to Alaska where he attempts to bust moose poachers, uncovers ter. Alaskan greatness, and then drops in unannounced on Wasilla’s most famous citizen and her family.
All times Eastern/Pacific - All schedules subject to change - Visit www.axs.tv for the latest information and updates Page 2 5:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM PT 8:30 AM ET / 5:30 AM PT Tori Amos Rock Legends The gifted and unique Tori Amos has gained dedicated fans worldwide with her beautiful piano Jimi Hendrix - Hailed by Rolling Stone as the greatest guitarist of all time, Jimi Hendrix was also playing and deep songs. Listen to songs from Scarlet’s Walk, as well as “Precious Things” and one of the biggest cultural figures of the Sixties, a psychedelic voodoo child. Leading music “Cornflake Girl”. critics cast fresh light on the career of Jimi Hendrix.
6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT 9:00 AM ET / 6:00 AM PT Nashville The Big Interview Please Help Me, I’m Fallin’ - Juliette has a fistfight with an aggressive fan and the video goes Carly Simon - A visit with legendary artist Carly Simon at her home where she discusses her viral. career, her relationships and growing up in a famous family.
7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT Nashville The Big Interview Can’t Get Used To Losing You - Rayna worries about Deacon’s latest business venture, and Luke R.E.M.’s Michael Stipe & Mike Mills #517 - R.E.M.’s Mike Mills and Michael Stipe discuss their lives, risks his integrity and his relationship with Colt. careers, and the song Dan Rather inadvertently inspired.
8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT The Big Interview The Last Waltz Merle Haggard - He was one if the pioneers of The Bakersfield Sound and is now a country music This rock documentary by Martin Scorsese features the final performance of The Band, joined legend. Merle Haggard takes time out from a busy tour schedule to sit down with Dan Rather. by musical guests Neil Young, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, and others. Starring Eric Clapton, Neil Diamond, and Bob Dylan. Directed by Martin Scorsese. (1978 - PG) 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT Classic Albums 1:15 PM ET / 10:15 AM PT The Band: The Band - Featuring interviews with the surviving members of the band, together Jeff Beck - Live In Tokyo with fellow musicians including Eric Clapton, George Harrison and Don Was, this program Known as one of the world’s greatest guitar players as well as for pushing musical boundaries, underlines The Band’s enormous contribution to popular music history and confirms why, for Jeff Beck does not disappoint his fans at the Tokyo Dome City Hall. many music lovers they will always be The Band. 2:55 PM ET / 11:55 AM PT 10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT This Month on AXS TV The Last Waltz This Month on AXS TV features programming highlights and premieres on the network. This rock documentary by Martin Scorsese features the final performance of The Band, joined by musical guests Neil Young, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, and others. Starring Eric Clapton, Neil 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT Diamond, and Bob Dylan. Directed by Martin Scorsese. (1978 - PG) Live from Abbey Road The Kooks/Viva Brother - The performances in this episode come from The Kooks and Viva 12:15 AM ET / 9:15 PM PT Brother. Classic Albums The Band: The Band - Featuring interviews with the surviving members of the band, together 4:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT with fellow musicians including Eric Clapton, George Harrison and Don Was, this program Only In America underlines The Band’s enormous contribution to popular music history and confirms why, for Naked Cowboys & Reptile Wrangling - Larry finds us a few crazy ways Americans earn a living. many music lovers they will always be The Band. He begins at a farm where the sole crop is alligators. Then, Larry joins a construction crew who are making their living building a medieval castle using only medieval construction methods. 1:15 AM ET / 10:15 PM PT Larry’s final stop is New York City where he strips down to his under britches to really feel what The Last Waltz it’s like to make a buck in Times Square with the Naked Cowboy. This rock documentary by Martin Scorsese features the final performance of The Band, joined by musical guests Neil Young, Eric Clapton, Van Morrison, and others. Starring Eric Clapton, Neil 5:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM PT Diamond, and Bob Dylan. Directed by Martin Scorsese. (1978 - PG) New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival 2014 Featuring the best performances by Anders Osborne, Jason Isbell, Galactic, Alabama Shakes, 3:30 AM ET / 12:30 AM PT Vampire Weekend and many more! Art Mann Presents... Carolina Rebellion - North Carolina’s huge annual celebration of rock music. 6:55 PM ET / 3:55 PM PT This Month on AXS TV 4:00 AM ET / 1:00 AM PT This Month on AXS TV features programming highlights and premieres on the network. Gotham Comedy Live Fran Drescher - The Nanny’s Fran Drescher hosts an hour of hilarious uncensored standup from 7:00 PM ET / 4:00 PM PT New York’s legendary Gotham Comedy Club. Nothing But Trailers Sometimes the best part of the movie is the preview! So AXS TV presents Nothing But Trailers. 5:00 AM ET / 2:00 AM PT See the best trailers, old and new, in AXS TV’s collection. New Japan Pro Wrestling G1 CLIMAX 27 August 11, 2017 - Tetsuya Naito and Hiroshi Tanahashi face off in the A Block Final Premiere of G1 CLIMAX 27. 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT The Hurt Locker Thursday December 14, 2017 Sergeant First Class William James takes over a highly skilled bomb disposal team in Iraq and 8:00 AM ET / 5:00 AM PT hastily submerges them into an all-out battle. Starring Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie, and Pop Profiles Brian Geraghty. Directed by Kathryn Bigelow. (2008 - R) Drake - New interviews with emerging pop acts, music journalists and record producers add insight into the life of Drake.
All times Eastern/Pacific - All schedules subject to change - Visit www.axs.tv for the latest information and updates Page 3 11:15 PM ET / 8:15 PM PT 12:05 PM ET / 9:05 AM PT The Hurt Locker Farm Aid 2003 Sergeant First Class William James takes over a highly skilled bomb disposal team in Iraq and Founded by Willie Nelson, John Mellencamp and Neil Young in 1985, this benefit concert has hastily submerges them into an all-out battle. Starring Jeremy Renner, Anthony Mackie, and been helping American farmers keep their land and raising awareness of the importance of Brian Geraghty. Directed by Kathryn Bigelow. (2008 - R) family farms. This special concert features performances from Willie, John and Neil as well as Dave Matthews Band, Brooks & Dunn, Los Lonely Boys, Sheryl Crow and many more. 1:30 AM ET / 10:30 PM PT Moby 1:55 PM ET / 10:55 AM PT Defined as one of the most influential founders of electronic music, Moby has made this type The Charlie Daniels Band - Live At Billy Bob’s Texas of music popular in America and England. This unbelievable performance includes hits like Best known for their No. 1 country hit, “The Devil Went Down to Georgia,” and recognized for “Porcelain”, “Natural Blues” and “South Side”. their southern rock hits, “The South’s Gonna Do It Again” and “Long Haired Country Boy”, the Charlie Daniels Band is a fan favorite. 2:30 AM ET / 11:30 PM PT Nothing But Trailers 3:20 PM ET / 12:20 PM PT Sometimes the best part of the movie is the preview! So AXS TV presents Nothing But Trailers. Rock Legends See the best trailers, old and new, in AXS TV’s collection. Dire Straits - Rock Legends gives you the history of how Mark and David Knopfler formed Dire Straits, gained popularity, and how it ended after the band broke up with Mark focusing on his 3:00 AM ET / 12:00 AM PT solo career. Get exclusive insights and catch music videos “Brothers In Arms” and “Calling Elvis”. Drinking Made Easy Tampa Bay - Zane visits Tampa, Florida, where he visits Cigar City Brewing, stops by the first 3:50 PM ET / 12:50 PM PT Hooters location for an “Orange Shorts Margarita” and Steve McKenna’s special take on the This Month on AXS TV “orange shorts” part, samples the “Bloody Gazpacho” at Columbia Restaurant Ybor City, and sips This Month on AXS TV features programming highlights and premieres on the network. on a “Blue Blazer” at Mandarin Hide. 4:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT 3:30 AM ET / 12:30 AM PT Only In America Art Mann Presents... Redneck Extravaganzas - Larry heads down south to show us how the American redneck creates Rockfest Kansas City - The biggest one day music festival in the United States. entertainment. He first puts his redneck cred on the line as he tries his hand at mud bogging. Larry then sees how good ol’ boys attempt to tear down a whole house by hand! Finally, Larry 4:00 AM ET / 1:00 AM PT meets up with Bubba Blackwell, the American daredevil who has brought the motorcycle stunt Gotham Comedy Live into the 21st century. Pete Davidson - Saturday Night Live’s Pete Davidson hosts an all new, uncensored hour of standup from New York’s legendary Gotham Comedy Club. 5:00 PM ET / 2:00 PM PT Rock Legends 5:00 AM ET / 2:00 AM PT Green Day - Green Day first appeared on the California punk scene as the band Sweet Children. New Japan Pro Wrestling Friends Billie Joe Armstrong and Mike Dirnt formed the group when they were only 15, playing G1 CLIMAX 27 August 12, 2017 - Kazuchika Okada and Kenny Omega renew their epic rivalry in gigs across the state, and the band are still going strong today. the B Block Final of G1 CLIMAX 27. 5:30 PM ET / 2:30 PM PT Friday December 15, 2017 Mötley Crüe - The End 8:00 AM ET / 5:00 AM PT Relive the epic Motley Crüe live show one last time for their blow-out final performance, featur- Pop Profiles ing hits like “Kickstart My Heart”, “Girls Girls Girls”, and “Dr. Feelgood”. Known for their over-the- Nicki Minaj - Nicki Minaj’s story is told chronologically through her major hit singles. top live productions, they made sure this is a performance the viewer will not soon forget!
8:30 AM ET / 5:30 AM PT 7:55 PM ET / 4:55 PM PT Rock Legends This Month on AXS TV Green Day - Green Day first appeared on the California punk scene as the band Sweet Children. This Month on AXS TV features programming highlights and premieres on the network. Friends Billie Joe Armstrong and Mike Dirnt formed the group when they were only 15, playing gigs across the state, and the band are still going strong today. Premiere 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT 9:00 AM ET / 6:00 AM PT New Japan Pro Wrestling The Big Interview Power Struggle 2017 Part 2 - Hiroshi Tanahashi defends the IWGP Intercontinental Championship Darius Rucker - Rising country music star Darius Rucker talks about life before Nashville, when against Kota Ibushi in the main event of Power Struggle 2017. he was all about rock & roll. LIVE! 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT The Big Interview AXS TV Fights Florida Georgia Line - One of the hottest groups in country music sit down with Dan Rather to Legacy Fighting Alliance 29 - Headlining the event is the Bantamweight title between UFC talk about whether their music is really country. veteran Chico Camus (18-7) and Ricky Simon. Other top talent returning to AXS TV includes Mike Richman, Jeff Peterson, Sam Toomer, Nate Jennerman, Carl Wittstock, and Cam Olson. 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT Garth Brooks: The Country King 11:30 PM ET / 8:30 PM PT Garth Brooks, one of country music’s kings, is featured on this episode. Showcasing the rise and New Japan Pro Wrestling success of this powerful voice in music today. Power Struggle 2017 Part 2 - Hiroshi Tanahashi defends the IWGP Intercontinental Championship against Kota Ibushi in the main event of Power Struggle 2017.
All times Eastern/Pacific - All schedules subject to change - Visit www.axs.tv for the latest information and updates Page 4 12:30 AM ET / 9:30 PM PT 5:55 PM ET / 2:55 PM PT AXS TV Fights This Month on AXS TV Legacy Fighting Alliance 29 - Headlining the event is the Bantamweight title between UFC This Month on AXS TV features programming highlights and premieres on the network. veteran Chico Camus (18-7) and Ricky Simon. Other top talent returning to AXS TV includes Mike Richman, Jeff Peterson, Sam Toomer, Nate Jennerman, Carl Wittstock, and Cam Olson. 6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT Gone with the Wind: The Remarkable Rise and Tragic Fall of Lynyrd Skynyrd 3:00 AM ET / 12:00 AM PT Lynyrd Skynyrd’s remarkable history, from Ronnie Van Zant’s earliest days to the tragic plane New Japan Pro Wrestling crash in 1977 that ended the band’s hugely successful career, told by past band members and Power Struggle 2017 Part 1 - Kenny Omega defends the IWGP US Heavyweight Championship producers, and through seldom seen footage and interviews. against Beretta. Marty Scurll challenges Will Ospreay for the IWGP Jr. Heavyweight Champion- ship. 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT Rush: The Rise of Kings 1968-1981 4:00 AM ET / 1:00 AM PT From Rush’s early days playing in the bars of Toronto to their epic success on American stages, AXS TV Fights this documentary traces the bands journey through hard rock, progressive rock, and heavy Legacy Fighting Alliance 28 - LFA 28 returns to Dallas, TX. Welterweights square off in the main metal in the 1970s. Starring Alex Lifeson, Geddy Lee, and Neil Peart. (2014 - Not Rated) event as Evan Cutts takes on Jaleel Willis. Other top prospects include Damon Jackson, Alonzo Menifield, Steven Peterson and a matchup between Miles Johns and Caio Machado. 11:15 PM ET / 8:15 PM PT Rush: The Rise of Kings 1968-1981 5:00 AM ET / 2:00 AM PT From Rush’s early days playing in the bars of Toronto to their epic success on American stages, New Japan Pro Wrestling this documentary traces the bands journey through hard rock, progressive rock, and heavy G1 CLIMAX 27 August 13, 2017 Part 1 - Tetsuya Naito faces Kenny Omega in the G1 CLIMAX 27 metal in the 1970s. Starring Alex Lifeson, Geddy Lee, and Neil Peart. (2014 - Not Rated) tournament final from Ryogoku Kokugikan. 1:30 AM ET / 10:30 PM PT Saturday December 16, 2017 Lynyrd Skynyrd: One More For The Fans 8:00 AM ET / 5:00 AM PT An extraordinary collection of artists come together at the landmark Fox Theatre in Atlanta Discoveries...Spain: El Corazon to celebrate one of the most influential bands of our time. Cheap Trick, Peter Frampton, Gov’t Featuring Madrid, its museums and nightlife, and the Palacio El Escorial. Also, Toledo, Avila and Mule, and more pay tribute with songs like “Saturday Night Special”, “That Smell”, and “Tuesday’s Segovia are three of the most spectacular cities in Spain with extremely well preserved castles Gone”. And Lynyrd Skynyrd themselves finish off with rousing versions of “Free Bird” and “Sweet walls and ruins. All within driving distance of Madrid. Home Alabama”.
9:00 AM ET / 6:00 AM PT 3:25 AM ET / 12:25 AM PT The Big Interview Lynyrd Skynyrd Billy Gibbons - The legendary frontman for ZZ Top, Billy Gibbons joins Dan for a look back at the With a backbone of Southern rock and country, passionate Van Zant vocals, and trademark band’s more than 40 years together. layered guitars, Lynyrd Skynyrd deliver renditions of their iconic classics “Sweet Home Alabama,” “Gimme Three Steps,” “That Smell,” and “Simple Man” that will blow you away. 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT New Japan Pro Wrestling 4:25 AM ET / 1:25 AM PT Power Struggle 2017 Part 2 - Hiroshi Tanahashi defends the IWGP Intercontinental Championship Bachman & Turner against Kota Ibushi in the main event of Power Struggle 2017. After more than 20 years of fan demand, Randy Bachman and Fred Turner - two giants of rock ‘n’ roll - have finally reunited. With Paul Shaffer making a special appearance, they knock out hit 11:00 AM ET / 8:00 AM PT after hit, including “You Ain’t Seen Nothin’ Yet,” “Shakin’ All Over,” “Roll on Down the Highway,” AXS TV Fights and “Takin’ Care of Business.” Legacy Fighting Alliance 29 - Headlining the event is the Bantamweight title between UFC veteran Chico Camus (18-7) and Ricky Simon. Other top talent returning to AXS TV includes Mike 5:25 AM ET / 2:25 AM PT Richman, Jeff Peterson, Sam Toomer, Nate Jennerman, Carl Wittstock, and Cam Olson. Rock Legends Eagles - With five number one singles, 14 Top 40 hits, and four number one albums, the Eagles 12:00 PM ET / 9:00 AM PT were among the most successful recording artists of the 1970s. Leading music critics cast fresh Gone with the Wind: The Remarkable Rise and Tragic Fall of Lynyrd Skynyrd light on the career of the Eagles. Lynyrd Skynyrd’s remarkable history, from Ronnie Van Zant’s earliest days to the tragic plane crash in 1977 that ended the band’s hugely successful career, told by past band members and 5:55 AM ET / 2:55 AM PT producers, and through seldom seen footage and interviews. This Month on AXS TV This Month on AXS TV features programming highlights and premieres on the network. 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT Lynyrd Skynyrd Sunday December 17, 2017 With a backbone of Southern rock and country, passionate Van Zant vocals, and trademark 8:00 AM ET / 5:00 AM PT layered guitars, Lynyrd Skynyrd deliver renditions of their iconic classics “Sweet Home Alabama,” The Big Interview “Gimme Three Steps,” “That Smell,” and “Simple Man” that will blow you away. The Doobie Brothers - Still rockin’ down the highway after all these years, The Doobie Brothers take time for a backstage conversation about their incredible run. 4:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM PT Lynyrd Skynyrd: One More For The Fans 9:00 AM ET / 6:00 AM PT An extraordinary collection of artists come together at the landmark Fox Theatre in Atlanta The Big Interview to celebrate one of the most influential bands of our time. Cheap Trick, Peter Frampton, Gov’t Daryl Hall - Hall of Fame singer Daryl Hall talks about his music career and his passion for restor- Mule, and more pay tribute with songs like “Saturday Night Special”, “That Smell”, and “Tuesday’s ing old homes. Gone”. And Lynyrd Skynyrd themselves finish off with rousing versions of “Free Bird” and “Sweet Home Alabama”.
All times Eastern/Pacific - All schedules subject to change - Visit www.axs.tv for the latest information and updates Page 5 10:00 AM ET / 7:00 AM PT 12:00 AM ET / 9:00 PM PT Billy Joel: Live at Shea Stadium Queen: Hungarian Rhapsody - Live in Budapest Two and a half hours of hits and album favorites, featuring special guests Paul McCartney, Tony On July 27, 1986, Queen performed the largest ever stadium concert at the Nepstadium in Bennett, Garth Brooks, John Mayer, John Mellencamp, Steven Tyler and Roger Daltrey. Live At Budapest to a crowd of 80,000 ecstatic fans. Performed hits included are “Bohemian Rhapsody,” Shea Stadium captures the music and memories of a generation. “We Are The Champions,” “Crazy Little Thing Called Love,” and “I Want To Break Free.”
12:30 PM ET / 9:30 AM PT 1:30 AM ET / 10:30 PM PT Bob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration Guns N’ Roses Appetite For Democracy - Live At The Hard Rock Casino Filmed live at Madison Square Garden, Bob Dylan: The 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration Legendary rock band Guns N’ Roses rocks Las Vegas with “Sweet Child Of Mine”, “November Rain” brings an eclectic blend of industry legends together, as they honor the icon that inspired them and all-time favorite “Paradise City”. all-the inimitable Bob Dylan-on the 30th anniversary of his first recording. 4:05 AM ET / 1:05 AM PT 3:30 PM ET / 12:30 PM PT Alice Cooper Live From Austin, TX Brit Awards 2017 Legendary star Alice Cooper brings his world famous shock rock antics to the Moody Theater Dermot O’Leary and Emma Willis host the star-studded ceremony live from London’s O2. The in Austin, TX. Filmed in February of 2015, Alice Cooper performs in front of a sold out crowd at show features performances from some of the biggest names in the music industry including Austin’s premier concert venue. Little Mix, Robbie Williams, Emeli Sande, Bruno Mars and Ed Sheeran. 5:50 AM ET / 2:50 AM PT 5:50 PM ET / 2:50 PM PT This Month on AXS TV This Month on AXS TV This Month on AXS TV features programming highlights and premieres on the network. This Month on AXS TV features programming highlights and premieres on the network.
6:00 PM ET / 3:00 PM PT Imagine: John Lennon A portrait of John Lennon using extensive archival footage, interviews, and narration by Lennon. Starring John Lennon, Yoko Ono, and Julian Lennon. Directed by Andrew Solt. (1988 - R)
Premiere 8:00 PM ET / 5:00 PM PT Rod Stewart: Merry Christmas, Baby Grammy Award®-winning, two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Rod Stewart hosts his first holiday special. Filmed at a lavish Los Angeles villa overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Stewart is joined by an incredible array of superstar artists, including Michael Bublé, Mary J. Blige and Cee-Lo Green, as well as a mesmerizing ‘virtual’ duet with Ella Fitzgerald on “What Are You Do- ing New Year’s Eve?”, featuring Chris Botti. Among the other holiday favorites are “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas”, “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town”, “White Christmas” and “Auld Lang Syne”.
Premiere 9:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM PT Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve This magical story - which features appearances from Atlantic recording artists Jewel and Michael Crawford - was filmed entirely on location at the newly refurbished and historic Loews Jersey Theatre in Jersey City, New Jersey, and includes performances of such tracks as “O Come All Ye Faithful,” “Good King Joy,” “Christmas Canon,” “Music Box Blues,” “Promises To Keep,” and “This Christmas Day.”
10:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT Rod Stewart: Merry Christmas, Baby Grammy Award®-winning, two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee Rod Stewart hosts his first holiday special. Filmed at a lavish Los Angeles villa overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Stewart is joined by an incredible array of superstar artists, including Michael Bublé, Mary J. Blige and Cee-Lo Green, as well as a mesmerizing ‘virtual’ duet with Ella Fitzgerald on “What Are You Do- ing New Year’s Eve?”, featuring Chris Botti. Among the other holiday favorites are “Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas”, “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town”, “White Christmas” and “Auld Lang Syne”.
11:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM PT Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Ghosts of Christmas Eve This magical story - which features appearances from Atlantic recording artists Jewel and Michael Crawford - was filmed entirely on location at the newly refurbished and historic Loews Jersey Theatre in Jersey City, New Jersey, and includes performances of such tracks as “O Come All Ye Faithful,” “Good King Joy,” “Christmas Canon,” “Music Box Blues,” “Promises To Keep,” and “This Christmas Day.”
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