The History of Rock 'n' Roll
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Play S1 E1Chronicles the history of rock 'n' roll music from its origins.
Cast: Bruce Springsteen, Chuck Berry, Tom Petty
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Season 1
11 episodes
- 1. Pluggin InThis volume of the series explores the roots of Rock 'n' Roll as a musical genre.CCMar 8, 1995
- 2. My GenerationRock and Roll goes mainstream and becomes popular with white teenagers and faces opposition, particularly from older adults who see it as a corrupting influence.CCMar 8, 1995
- 3. Britain Invades America Fights BackIn the 1960s, music artists from Great Britain like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who become popular in the United States.CCMar 8, 1995
- 4. The Sounds of SoulThis episode explores the development of Soul with in the Rock 'n' Roll genre.CCMar 8, 1995
- 5. The '70s: Have a Nice DecadeThis episode examines the expanding electric music scene.CCMar 8, 1995
- 6. My GenerationThe peace-loving counter culture produces the phenomenon of Woodstock.CCMar 8, 1995
- 7. Guitar HeroesLes Paul's invention of the electric guitar paved the way for later Rock 'n' Roll guitar heroes.CCApr 17, 1995
- 8. Good Rockin' TonightThis episode reviews the development of Rock 'n' Roll music of the 1970s.CCMar 8, 1995
- 9. PunkNo synopsis available yet.CC
- 10. Up From the UndergroundIn the 1980s and 90s, rock n' roll influences new genres of music such as Hip Hop, New Wave, and Grunge. Music videos also have an impact.CCMar 8, 1995
- 11. Rock 'n' Roll ExplodesLes Paul's invention of the electric guitar paved the way for later Rock 'n' Roll guitar heroes.CCMar 6, 1995
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Chronicles the history of rock 'n' roll music from its origins.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Ted Haimes
- Created by
- Jeffrey Peisch
- Studio
- Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, Time-Life Television Productions, Andrew Solt Productions
Maturity rating
Not yet rated.
Audio languages
English
Where to watch
Not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service.
