The Defiant Ones

Discover the story behind two of music’s most influential figures in the HBO documentary series, *The Defiant Ones*. This four-part event chronicles the surprising and powerful partnership between producer Jimmy Iovine and legendary artist Dr. Dre. The series explores their separate journeys, from Iovine’s work with rock icons like Bruce Springsteen to Dr. Dre’s rise with the revolutionary group N.W.A. Through candid interviews with the men themselves and other music superstars, the show details their collaboration on Interscope Records, Aftermath Entertainment, and the creation of the billion-dollar company Beats Electronics. It is a compelling look at friendship, ambition, and the changing landscape of the music industry. The series has ended, but sign up for a reminder just in case it returns.