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Season 2 – Tales From the Tour Bus

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Emmy winner Mike Judge has made a name for himself as an animator and producer ("King of the Hill," "Beavis and Butt-Head," "Silicon Valley"), but it's his lesser-known roots as a musician that equally informs "Tales From the Tour Bus." The half-hour series, which Judge co-created, executive produces and narrates, chronicles the hell-raising adventures of some of country music's legendary artists, with episodes devoted to Johnny Paycheck, Jerry Lee Lewis, Waylon Jennings, George Jones and Tammy Wynette, and others. In animated interviews, former bandmates, friends and other associates supply uncensored anecdotes about the exploits of the artists, and the tales are brought to life by animated re-enactments, live-action archival performance film and photos.

Critics Reviews

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Brad Newsome Sydney Morning Herald 06/30/2021
4.5/5
For every household name there's a lesser-known artist who warrants the attention. Behind every monstrous act there's a human vulnerability... A must for music lovers. Go to Full Review Noel Murray The Verge 10/28/2019
[Mike Judge] just knows a good story when he hears it. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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12/24/2020 Captivating true tales told by the musical performers who lived through the madness that accompanied their rise to the top of their industry.The documentary style presentation makes you feel like you are close friends with each of the storytellers. They give first hand accounts that reveal that no matter which genre of music and irregardless of talent, social status, race or star power the explosive world that accompanies these artists as they attempt to survive a world of endless drugs, sex and alcohol. See more 12/28/2018 My favorite show on TV right now. A perfect balance of music history and comedy done in animation. See more 11/17/2018 Thank you Mike Judge for doing this!! This series is an amazing gift to music heads. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Mike Judge

Creator

Richard Mullins

Creator

Dub Cornett

Creator

Mike Judge

Narrator

Mike Judge

Executive Producer

Glen Zipper

Executive Producer

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Nov 2, 2018 George Clinton A cornerstone figure in funk music, George Clinton goes from singing a cappella in a barbershop to chasing Motown glory in Detroit with his band, the Parliaments, and forges a lasting sound that goes on to fuel the new genre of hip-hop. Details Episode 2 Aired Nov 9, 2018 Rick James Pt.1 With a penchant for pyrotechnics, glitter, custom boots and marijuana, self-proclaimed "King of Punk Funk" Rick James' quest to become a black rock star reaches its apex when a throwaway song, "Super Freak," tops the charts. Details Episode 3 Aired Nov 16, 2018 Rick James Pt. 2 Funk star Rick James rides high on top of the music world in the mid-'80s, but between his rivalry with Prince, crusade against MTV and run-ins with the law, he falls further under the influence of cocaine. Details Episode 4 Aired Nov 23, 2018 Bootsy Collins Bassist Bootsy Collins goes from rocking out in Ohio to working with James Brown, who teaches him "The One" funk basics; after meeting George Clinton, Bootsy creates his larger-than-life persona and becomes the backbone of the P-Funk empire. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 30, 2018 James Brown With his infectious voice and unbelievable dance moves, James Brown earns a reputation as the hardest-working man in show business; Brown reaches new heights within the black community in the tumultuous 1960s and catches the attention of the FBI. Details Episode 6 Aired Dec 7, 2018 James Brown At the height of his fame, James Brown reigned supreme as the king of funk; by the 1980s, the work ethic that propelled him to superstardom began to take its toll. Details Episode 7 Aired Dec 14, 2018 Morris Day and The Time Though Morris Day and The Time skyrocketed to the top, resentment festered and the rivalry between the band reached a breaking point; a reunion show years later allowed Day and Prince to make peace before the latter's untimely death. Details Episode 8 Aired Dec 21, 2018 Betty Davis Betty Davis' uninhibited sexuality, marked by a raunchy stage presence and suggestive lyrics, made her brand of funk unforgettable, but she disappeared from music after being boycotted by religious groups, black political leaders and the NAACP. Details

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Tales From the Tour Bus — Season 2

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Season Info

Director
Mike Judge
Creator
Mike Judge, Richard Mullins, Dub Cornett
Executive Producer
Mike Judge, Glen Zipper, Sean M. Stuart, Dub Cornett
Screenwriter
Mark Monroe, Mike Judge
Network
Cinemax
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Comedy, Music
Original Language
English
Release Date
Nov 2, 2018