Banger Films has announced that Rock Icons premieres in Canada on Sunday, November 1st at 10:30 PM, EST on HBO Canada.

The first episode profiles Canadian icon Geddy Lee of Rush, showcasing his incomparable musical talent and drive that was influenced by the passing of his father. From his wine collection, to his devotion to baseball, to his meticulous care for his immense collection of musical instruments, Lee shares his views on how to live life to the fullest and reveals the secret to his long-standing career. The episode also includes never-before-seen interviews with bandmates Neil Peart and Alex Lifeson.

Rock Icons is a 10-part, half-hour series of candid profiles of the biggest names in rock. It goes beyond the velvet rope with never-before-seen footage and exclusive interviews with featured artists and those who helped build their remarkable careers. Other musical giants featured in Rock Icons include: Rob Halford of Judas Priest, Ted Nugent, Ann Wilson of Heart, Dave Mustaine of Megadeth, Nikki Sixx of Mötley Crüe, Slash, Daryl Hall, Joe Elliott of Def Leppard and Billy Corgan of Smashing Pumpkins.

Rock Icons Broadcast Dates:

November
1 – Geddy Lee
8 – Rob Halford
15 – Ted Nugent
22 – Nikki Sixx
29 – Ann Wilson and Dave Mustaine

December
6 – Slash & Daryl Hall
13 – Joe Elliott and Billy Corgan
 
In Eastern Canada, Rock Icons will be available on TMN GO and HBO Canada OnDemand. In Western Canada, it will be available with Shaw Go Movie Central app, Bell TV app, Telus Optik on the go, and HBO Canada OnDemand. Check it out and don’t forget to let us know what you think on social media using hashtag #RockIcons!