AXS TV To Air Music Documentary - "Triumph: Rock & Roll Machine" on June 7 & 9 - In Honor of the Band's 50th Anniversary

 AXS TV PRESENTS A SPECIAL BROADCAST OF THE ACCLAIMED ROCK DOC TRIUMPH: ROCK & ROLL MACHINE IN HONOR OF THE BAND’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY ON JUNE 7 & 9

 

‘Rock & Roll Machine’ Puts the Spotlight on One of Canada’s Most Iconic Bands, and Boasts Appearances by Kiefer Sutherland, Sebastian Bach, John 5, Brian Posehn, Lawrence Gowan, Phil X & More

 

The Event Coincides with the Release of the All-New Tribute Album ‘Magic Power: All-Star Tribute To Triumph’ on June 6, Featuring Slash, Nancy Wilson, Dee Snider, Joey Belladonna & More; Fans will Have an Opportunity to Win Their Own Copy as Part of a Special Giveaway Via AXS TV’s Website Here

AXS TV PRESENTS A SPECIAL BROADCAST OF THE ACCLAIMED ROCK DOC TRIUMPH: ROCK & ROLL MACHINE IN HONOR OF THE BAND’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY ON JUNE 7 & 9

 

‘Rock & Roll Machine’ Puts the Spotlight on One of Canada’s Most Iconic Bands, and Boasts Appearances by Kiefer Sutherland, Sebastian Bach, John 5, Brian Posehn, Lawrence Gowan, Phil X & More

 

The Event Coincides with the Release of the All-New Tribute Album ‘Magic Power: All-Star Tribute To Triumph’ on June 6, Featuring Slash, Nancy Wilson, Dee Snider, Joey Belladonna & More; Fans will Have an Opportunity to Win Their Own Copy as Part of a Special Giveaway Via AXS TV’s Website Here

 

Photo Credit: Banger Films

LOS ANGELES (May 29, 2025) – AXS TV celebrates 50 Years of Triumph, with special broadcasts of the acclaimed 2021 rock doc Triumph: Rock & Roll Machine—airing in honor of the band’s milestone anniversary on Saturday, June 7 at 3P ET and Monday, June 9 at 9P ET, as part of the AXS TV’s special “Absolute ‘80s Week” block.

 

The film tells the true heavy metal underdog story of Canadian outfit Triumph, whose signature sound and revolutionary stage show rocked fans around the world—skyrocketing the band to superstardom on the strength of chart-topping guitar anthems such as “Fight The Good Fight,” “Hold On,” “Magic Power,” and “Lay It On The Line.” Rock & Roll Machine shines a deserving light on band members Rik Emmett, Mike Levine, and Gil Moore, exploring the impact and influence they had on the hard rock scene throughout the ‘70s and ‘80s, and capturing their long-awaited reunion. 

 

In addition to Emmett, Levine, and Moore, Rock & Roll Machine features commentary from a slate of fellow trailblazers, who are on-hand to provide rare insight into the band’s enduring legacy. Highlights include appearances by EMMY®-winning actor and musician Kiefer Sutherland, legendary vocalist Sebastian Bach, guitar mastermind John 5, Styx singer Lawrence Gowan, comedian and metal enthusiast Brian Posehn, Bon Jovi guitarist—and former Triumph member—Phil X, and more.

 

This special presentation coincides with the release of Round Hill Records’ all-new star-studded salute Magic Power: All-Star Tribute To Triumph on Friday, June 6. The album unleashes an all-out audio assault, as the band’s famous friends, collaborators, and contemporaries come together to put their own unique spin on 15 of Triumph’s biggest hits in celebration of five decades of rock & roll magic. Highlights include appearances and performances by icons such as Slash, Nancy Wilson, Dorothy, Dee Snider, Jack Blades, Nita Strauss, Joey Belladonna, Sebastian Bach, Kenny Aronoff, Phil X, and many more, fuelling a career-spanning track list featuring “24 Hours A Day,” “Allied Forces,” “I Live For The Weekend,” and “Follow Your Heart,” among others. As part of this landmark event, viewers will have the opportunity to win their own copy, in a special giveaway via AXS TV’s website here.

 

Triumph: Rock & Roll Machine was produced by Banger Films (Alice Cooper, Iron Maiden, Rush and ZZ Top) and directed by Sam Dunn and Marc Ricciardelli. The documentary was funded in part by Round Hill Music, Triumph’s global record label.

 

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AXS TV Presents a Packed September Concert Lineup

I just received this timely update from AXS TV. The network has plenty of music-minded specials coming next month...Robert Kinsler

 

AXS TV UNVEILS SEPTEMBER 2024 CONCERT LINEUP PACKED WITH UNFORGETTABLE SETS FROM MAY OF MUSIC’S BIGGEST NAMES

 

Highlights Include Iconic Performances from Robert Plant, Ringo Starr, Tom Petty, Stevie Nicks, Foo Fighters, Willie Nelson, AC/DC, Judas Priest, Toby Keith & More

 

Photo from Foo Fighters -Live at Wembley Stadium 2008 / credit: AXS TV

LOS ANGELES (August 21, 2024) – Rock into Fall with AXS TV, as the ultimate destination for music-themed programming presents its September Concert Lineup. The hit-heavy roster gives viewers front-row access to iconic performances from the biggest names in Rock, Country, R&B, Metal, and more, as they take the stage to deliver powerhouse sets all month long. From Judas Priest to John Legend, and Stevie Nicks to Sarah Bareilles, the block offers something for viewers of all tastes to enjoy with eclectic weekend blocks and star-studded primetime stunts every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday.

 

AXS TV’s September Concert Lineup Includes:

 

ZZ Top: Live In Texas—Sunday, Sept. 1 at 1pE

“The Little Ol’ Band From Texas” heads to the Lone Star State for a once-in-a-lifetime show, performing deep cuts and chart-toppers including “Legs,” “La Grange,” “Gimme All Your Lovin’, and many more.

 

Travis Tritt—Monday, Sept. 2 at 9pE

Country titan Travis Tritt brings his trademark sound to AXS TV, as the hit-making mainstay plays through popular offerings such as "Bonnie and Clyde,” "Great Day," and "Anymore," among others.

 

Willie Nelson—Monday, Sept. 2 at 10pE

Country music’s esteemed elder statesman blazes through an unforgettable evening stacked with classic favorites such as “Whiskey River,” “Man With The Blues,” and “On The Road Again.”

 

Blondie—Tuesday, Sept. 3 at 9pE

Debbie Harry and Chris Stein fuel this unforgettable special, as the pop culture pioneers unleash classic Blondie singles such as “One Way Or Another,” “Call Me,” “Rapture,” “Rave,” and “My Monster.”

 

John Fogerty—Wednesday, Sept. 4 at 9pE

Southern Rock superstar John Fogerty blazes through an electric set of Creedence Clearwater Revival hits and solo staples featuring "Bad Moon Rising," "Born on the Bayou," and "Proud Mary.”

 

Stevie Nicks 24 Karat Gold—Saturday, Sept. 7 at 1pE

“The Gold Dust Woman” delivers a spell-binding evening packed with intimate stories and an array of rarities and hits including “Gold And Braid,” “Gypsy,” “Belle Fleur,” and “Landslide.”

 

The Eddie Money Tribute Concert—Sunday, Sept. 8 at 1pE

Friends and fellow icons gather together to honor the late legend with a heartfelt night of music, featuring performances by Sammy Hagar, Kevin Cronin and Dave Amato, and Metallica frontman James Hetfield.

 

Dierks Bentley: Live from the Artists Den—Monday, Sept. 9 at 9pE

Multiplatinum country artist Dierks Bentley brings Nashville to the Windy City, performing “What Was I Thinkin’,” “Free And Easy” and “Sideways” amongst a colorful backdrop of vintage sportscars.

 

Zac Brown Band: Live from the Artists Den—Monday, Sept. 9 at 10pE

The kings of Country come to Queens, as Zac Brown Band fills Forest Hills Stadium with a Southern-fried set boasting “As She’s Walking Away,” “Let It Rain,” “Day For The Dead,” and “Chicken Fried.”

 

Queen: Live At Wembley—Tuesday, Sept. 10 at 9pE

Witness Queen’s historic first concert at Wembley Stadium in 1986, which broke attendance records and featured a massive stage paired with the largest lighting rig built for a live show.

 

Gary Clark Jr.: Live From The Artists Den—Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 9pE

Gary Clark Jr. comes back to the club he calls home, delivering an emotion-fueled set at Antone’s Nightclub in Austin, where he first performed at the age of 15.

 

John Legend: Live from the Artists Den—Wednesday, Sept. 11 at 10pE

R&B standout John Legend blends classic and modern together in a landmark event at Manhattan’s historic Riverside Church, performing powerful renditions of “All Of Me,” “Glory,” and many more.

 

AC/DC: Live at the River Plate Buenos Aires —Saturday, Sept. 14 at 1pE

AC/DC’s Black Ice Tour makes a stop in Argentina’s capital city, as the Aussie rockers wage an audio assault on 70,000 screaming fans with a set featuring “Shoot To Thrill,” “Thunderstruck,” and “T.N.T.”

 

Toby Keith: 35 MPH Town—Sunday, Sept. 15 at 1pE

Beloved Country megastar Toby Keith rolls into Chicago for a lively set in front of an intimate crowd, performing signatures such as “Made In America,” “Whiskey Girl,” and “Red Solo Cup.”

 

Sheryl Crow: Live from the Artists Den—Monday, Sept. 16 at 9pE

Nine-time GRAMMY® winner Sheryl Crow takes the stage at The Plaza in New York City, performing enduring hits such as “All I Wanna Do,” “Every Day Is A Winding Road,” “If It Makes You Happy,”

 

Sara Bareilles: Live from the Artists Den—Monday, Sept. 16 at 10pE

L.A.’s Orpheum Theatre hosts a one-night spectacular from acclaimed artist Sara Bareilles, showcasing her dynamic vocals on numbers such as “Love Song,” “King Of Anything,” and the breakout hit “Gravity.”

 

Judas Priest: Battle Cry Live at Wacken Festival 2015—Tuesday, Sept. 17 at 9pE

“Metal Gods” Judas Priest shine at the genre’s premier open-air festival, surging through past and present favorites such as “Redeemer Of Souls,” “Breaking The Law,” “Living After Midnight,” and many more.

 

Journey: Live In Houston 1981 – The Escape Tour—Wednesday, Sept. 18 at 9pE

Four months into MTV’s existence, the landmark platform presented this pivotal performance filmed mere days after Journey earned its first number one album.

 

Def Leppard Hits Vegas —Saturday, Sept. 21 at 1pE

Def Leppard roars into Sin City for an expansive show with two stages, video walls, and more, performing rare cuts, acoustic renditions, and big hits, including “Two Steps Behind,” Slang,” and “We Belong.”

 

Bon Jovi: Lost Highway – The Concert - Sunday, Sept. 22 at 1pE

Bon Jovi storms into the Windy City to play their hit Lost Highway album in its entirety—marking the first time ever that the band had played a complete album live.

 

Foreigner—Monday, Sept. 23 at 9pE

Foreigner puts the spotlight on some of the absolute best offerings from their unprecedented catalog, lighting up the stage with classics such as "Juke Box Hero," "Night Life," and "Waiting For A Girl Like You."

 

Robert Plant and the Band of Joy: Live From The Artists Den—Monday, Sept. 23 at 10pE

Robert Plant rocks Nashville’s War Memorial Auditorium with a career-spanning set featuring Led Zeppelin signatures, solo standouts, and more, including “Black Dog,” “Ramble On,” and “Houses Of The Holy.”

 

Ringo Starr with Ben Harper: Live From The Artists Den—Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 9pE

Beatles great Ringo Starr joins folk hero Ben Harper for a unique pairing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, performing “Photograph,” “Walk Away,” and “With A Little Help From My Friends” with Joan Osborne.

 

Elvis Costello: Live From The Artists Den—Tuesday, Sept. 24 at 10pE

Check-in to the New York Public Library, as genre-blending mastermind Elvis Costello performs a private show for 500 lucky fans, featuring “National Ransom,” “I Lost You,” and “A Slow Drag With Josephine.”

 

Billy Idol In Super Overdrive Live—Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 9pE

Blonde bad boy Billy Idol goes into Super Overdrive, in this snarling set of classic party hits featuring “Dancing With Myself,” “Eyes Without A Face,” “White Wedding,” and “Rebel Yell.”

 

Stevie Nicks—Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 10pE

In her first solo performance since 1987, rock goddess Stevie Nicks soars through an array of hits featuring “Stand Back,” “Fall From Grace,” and a moving cover of Dave Matthews’ “Crash Into Me.”

 

Tom Petty – Live from Gatorville—Saturday, Sept. 28 at 1pE

Tom Petty heads home for the first time in over a decade to deliver a blistering setlist featuring “Running Down A Dream,” “I Won’t Back Down,” “Free Fallin’,” and a stunning duet with Stevie Nicks.

 

Foo Fighters _ Live at Wembley Stadium 2008 – Sunday, Sept. 29 at 1pE

The Foo Fighters deliver a raucous set across the Pond, boasting appearances by Led Zeppelin’s Jimmy Page and John Paul Jones, and a slate of hits including “Everlong,” “My Hero,” and “Monkey Wrench.”

 

About AXS TV

AXS TV is a leading television, streaming, digital, and social music and entertainment brand owned and operated by Anthem Sports & Entertainment, Inc.  AXS TV’s programming celebrates music’s rich history and keeps its audience current on what’s happening in music today with documentaries, live concerts, music news and information, reality shows, and well known programs including The Top Ten Revealed, The Very VERY Best of the 80s, and Cash Cab Music. AXS TV is also home to TNA Wrestling, and Invicta Fighting Championships.  Multi-platform AXS TV is available on television in all 50 states and across Canada, parts of the Caribbean, and streaming through its FAST (free-ad-supported-streaming television) channel. AXS TV has a vast reach on YouTube, Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok. For a full list of providers and territories, please visit axs.tv/subscribe.