Real Money

Real Money from AXS TV is an unscripted reality television series that first premiered in 2018. The show offers an unprecedented, all-access glimpse into the remarkable everyday life of rock legend Eddie Money, giving fans a raw and personal account of the singer's numerous pursuits, his family life, and his trials and tribulations.

Eddie Money, birth name Edward Joseph Mahoney, is an internationally acclaimed rockstar known for an array of 70's and 80's hits like "Take Me Home Tonight", "Two Tickets to Paradise", and "Baby Hold On". His music career spans more than four decades, and through Real Money, viewers get an intimate look at the man behind the music: a loving father, an adoring husband, a dedicated family man and an everlasting rocker at heart.

While it may be expected that the series primarily focuses on Money's music career, the show instead primarily revolves around the human aspect of Eddie Money – his family, his interactions, his humour and wit, and his everyday routines that are just as engaging and fun to watch. The primary characters of the show include Eddie himself, his wife Laurie, and their five children, Jessica, Joseph, Julian, Desmond, and Zachary.

Laurie Money, Eddie's wife, co-manages his career and stands as a robust pillar of support. Real Money showcases the dynamics of their marriage, flaunting their squabbles, their love, their chemistry, and their knack to make each other laugh. Their bond is a breath of fresh air and a significant highlight of the show.

The children, all of whom have artistic streaks and are involved in music in some way or another, are spotlighted, demonstrating their struggles, achievements, and family interactions. From at-home jam sessions and the daily grind to candid interviews and intimate family moments, the show provides an inside look at a famous family living an ordinary life.

However, at the heart of it all, beyond the fame and the limelight, is a family with its own set of challenges, triumphs, and life moments. Real Money manages to maintain an earnest and genuine portrayal of their life, one that endears the viewers to the loving and chaotic family.

The show attracted immediate attention at the time of its release for its unique format, with each installment providing an honest, behind-the-scenes experience of the ups and downs of maintaining a successful career and a loving household. The wit and humour characteristic of Eddie Money, along with the family’s unique personalities and interactions, make for an engaging viewing experience.

On a deeper level, the underlying human elements of aspiration, love, family, companionship, and handling the pressures of fame, help viewers connect deeply with the show. As the series unfolds, it brilliantly captures the various moments that make up their life, including belting out classic hits, fractious family meals, pets' mischief, and candid moments of laughter, joy, and sometimes tears.

The fact that all family members are heavily invested in the field of music gives a strong musical undertone to the series. There are frequent depictions of jamming sessions and musical collaborations, making the show especially alluring for music lovers. The series provides concert-like scenes that would be a treat to any music fan while simultaneously offering an exclusive peek into how the Money family collaborates musically.

Moreover, the trapdoors of the show are not just limited to their home and studio. Money's passion for golf, his "dad-jokes" humour, scenes from concerts, and road trips also find their space on the screen.

Real Money from AXS TV is not just a reality television show; it is an immersive experience into the life of the legendary rocker, Eddie Money, and his family. The twists and turns, highs and lows, melodies and discords make it a genuinely captivating, entertaining, and emotionally resonant journey for viewers. Behind the glittering facades of fame and rock n' roll, Real Money reveals a heartwarming and relatable tale of a family navigating life together.