ReMastered
2018–2019 · Netflix · 90 min · 1 season
S01E08 · The Lion's Share
Fri, 10 May, 10:00 pm
A journalist seeking the author of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" discovers the story of Solomon Linda and finds his family living in the slums of Soweto.
About
ReMastered investigates high-profile events affecting some of the most legendary names in music, presenting groundbreaking discoveries and insights beyond what's been previously reported. Each of the 8 tracks of ReMastered seeks to reveal answers about seminal events in the lives of artists such as Bob Marley, Johnny Cash, Jam Master Jay, Sam Cooke. With new takes on legends and headlines, ReMastered proves that history has more than one note.
Episodes
- E01
Who Shot the Sheriff?
Fri, 12 Oct· 60 minIn 1976, reggae icon Bob Marley survived an assassination attempt as rival political groups battled in Jamaica. But who exactly was responsible?
- E02
Tricky Dick and the Man in Black
Fri, 2 Nov· 60 minThis documentary chronicles Johnny Cash's 1970 visit to the White House, where Cash's emerging ideals clashed with Richard Nixon's policies.
- E03
Who Killed Jam Master Jay?
Fri, 7 Dec· 60 minRun-DMC DJ Jam Master Jay made a huge impact in music and his community. But friends and family still seek closure years after his unsolved murder.
- E04
Massacre at the Stadium
Fri, 11 Jan· 90 minFor years, the murder of Chilean protest singer Victor Jara was blamed on an official in Pinochet's army. Now in exile, he tries to exonerate himself.
- E05
The Two Killings of Sam Cooke
Fri, 8 Feb· 90 minWhile Sam Cooke rose to stardom as a soul singer, his outspoken views on civil rights drew attention that may have contributed to his death at age 33.
- E06
The Miami Showband Massacre
Fri, 22 Mar· 60 minThe killing of three members of the Miami Showband sent shock waves across Ireland in 1975. Now one survivor doggedly pursues the truth.
- E07
Devil at the Crossroads
Fri, 26 Apr· 60 minRobert Johnson was one of the most influential blues guitarists ever. Even before his early death, fans wondered if he'd made a pact with the Devil.
- E08
The Lion's Share
Fri, 10 May· 90 minA journalist seeking the author of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight" discovers the story of Solomon Linda and finds his family living in the slums of Soweto.
