The Great Songwriters Bill Withers
Songwriter Bill Withers, who recorded his breakthrough single 'Ain't No Sunshine' in 1971, gives a candid and fascinating interview on the pain of creation and why he gave up recording and performing.
An intimate look into the songwriting practices of renowned musicians. In addition to discussing their inspirations, methods and journeys, they play a few of their most enduring works.
Primary Title
- The Great Songwriters
Episode Title
- Bill Withers
Date Broadcast
- Sunday 15 July 2018
Start Time
- 14 : 30
Finish Time
- 15 : 30
Duration
- 60:00
Series
- 1
Episode
- 3
Channel
- Choice TV
Broadcaster
- Top TV Limited
Programme Description
- An intimate look into the songwriting practices of renowned musicians. In addition to discussing their inspirations, methods and journeys, they play a few of their most enduring works.
Episode Description
- Songwriter Bill Withers, who recorded his breakthrough single 'Ain't No Sunshine' in 1971, gives a candid and fascinating interview on the pain of creation and why he gave up recording and performing.
Classification
- G
Owning Collection
- Chapman Archive
Broadcast Platform
- Television
Languages
- English
Captions
Live Broadcast
- No
Rights Statement
- Made for the University of Auckland's educational use as permitted by the Screenrights Licensing Agreement.
Subjects
- Documentary television programs--United Kingdom
Genres
- Documentary
- Music
Subjects
- Documentary television programs--United Kingdom