Nöthin’ But a Good Time: Paramount+ ’80s Hair Metal Docuseries

The much-anticipated Paramount+ docuseries Nöthin’ But a Good Time, dedicated to ’80s hair metal, is set for a September 17th premiere. The trailer has just been released and can be viewed below.

Nöthin’ But a Good Time: The Uncensored History of the ‘80s Hair Metal takes inspiration from the book by journalists Tom Beaujour and Richard Bienstock, bearing the same name.

In the trailer, fans can spot bands and artists like Def Leppard, Dokken, Kix, and W.A.S.P., who were also featured in the book. Additionally, legendary moments from Penelope Spheeris’ documentary The Decline of Western Civilization Part II: The Metal Years, including the notorious pool scene with W.A.S.P. guitarist Chris Holmes, make an appearance.

Directed by Jeff Tremaine, known for his work on Jackass and The Dirt, this three-part series delves into the extravagant world of ’80s hard rock and glam metal. It features interviews with prominent artists of the era like Poison’s Bret Michaels, Ratt’s Stephen Pearcy, Extreme guitarist Nuno Bettencourt, Skid Row’s Dave “Snake” Sabo, and MTV host Riki Rachtman. The series also includes perspectives from modern figures influenced by that period, such as Slipknot’s Corey Taylor and Steve-O from Jackass.

Bret Michaels expressed his excitement in a press release, stating, “I’m honored to be part of this docuseries, named after the hit Poison song ‘Nothin’ But a Good Time.’ I’m excited for viewers to take a fresh look at the fans and bands, highs and lows, and to celebrate the music and good times of the ’80s and beyond.” He added, “I hope the audience enjoys it as much as I did, and I can’t wait for them to have insight into some of those notoriously crazy moments!”

Jeff Tremaine shared his enthusiasm, saying, “This docuseries is a celebration of the most outrageous decade in rock n’ roll. It’s my love letter to the ’80s.”

Nöthin’ But a Good Time: The Uncensored History of the ‘80s Hair Metal is executive produced by Tremaine and Shanna Newton for Gorilla Flicks; Eric Wattenberg, Scott Lonker, and Will Nothacker for Wheelhouse’s Spoke Studios; Erik Olsen; and Bruce Gillmer and Michael Maniaci for MTV Entertainment Studios. The series’ writers, Bienstock and Beaujour, also serve as co-executive producers.

Source: Consequence