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The Best Episodes of Classic Albums Season 8

Every episode of Classic Albums Season 8 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Classic Albums Season 8!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Classic Albums Season 8 Episode 1 - The Doors: The Doors
    7.8/10(180 votes)

    S8:E1

    The Making of the Doors' Debut Album traces the history of the revolutionary 1967 album in a 90-minute package that features live footage and in-depth interviews with the three surviving band members members -- keyboardist Ray Manzarek, guitarist Robby Kreiger and drummer John Densmore -- as they demonstrate the unique musical stylings that contributed to the making of this pivotal album. Others interviewed include engineer Bruce Botnick, and Doors-influenced musicians Henry Rollins and Perry Farrell.

    Director:Bob Smeaton
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Classic Albums Season 8 Episode 3 - Duran Duran: Rio
    6.5/10(2 votes)

    S8:E3

    Tells the story behind the writing, recording and subsequent success of Rio through interviews, musical demonstrations, and archive footage. Original band members Simon Le Bon, Nick Rhodes, John Taylor and Roger Taylor are all interviewed along with director Russell Mulchay, former manager Paul Berrow, journalist Beverley Glick, designer Antony Price and Bob Geldolf amongst others.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Classic Albums Season 8 Episode 2 - John Lennon: Plastic Ono Band
    6.3/10(43 votes)

    S8:E2

    Examines in detail the creation of John Lennon's first solo album and the effect it had on music, and the people who created it.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 8 Ratings Summary

"The Doors: The Doors" is the best rated episode of Classic Albums season 8. It scored 7.8/10 from 180 votes. Directed by Bob Smeaton and written by Unknown, it aired on April 14, 2008. This episode is rated 1.3 points higher than the second-best, "Duran Duran: Rio".