The History of Rock 'n' Roll

1995 - 1995

Pluggin In

Episode 1

This volume of the series explores the roots of Rock 'n' Roll as a musical genre.

My Generation

Episode 2

Rock and Roll goes mainstream and becomes popular with white teenagers and faces opposition, particularly from older adults who see it as a corrupting influence.

Britain Invades America Fights Back

Episode 3

In the 1960s, music artists from Great Britain like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who become popular in the United States.

The Sounds of Soul

Episode 4

This episode explores the development of Soul with in the Rock 'n' Roll genre.

The '70s: Have a Nice Decade

Episode 5

This episode examines the expanding electric music scene.

My Generation

Episode 6

The peace-loving counter culture produces the phenomenon of Woodstock.

Guitar Heroes

17th April 1995

Episode 7

Les Paul's invention of the electric guitar paved the way for later Rock 'n' Roll guitar heroes.

Good Rockin' Tonight

Episode 8

This episode reviews the development of Rock 'n' Roll music of the 1970s.

Punk

Episode 9

No overview available.

Up From the Underground

Episode 10

In 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.

Rock 'n' Roll Explodes

Episode 11

Les Paul's invention of the electric guitar paved the way for later Rock 'n' Roll guitar heroes.

Top Cast

Bruce Springsteen•Chuck Berry•Tom Petty

Director

Ted Haimes

Writer

Ted Haimes

Chronicles the history of rock 'n' roll music from its origins.

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Bruce Springsteen

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Chuck Berry

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Tom Petty

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Bono

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Buddy Guy

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Etta James

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Keith Richards

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Gary Busey

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Little Richard

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Al Kooper

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Quincy Jones

Executive Producer

Bob Meyrowitz

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David Salzman

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Andrew Solt

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Jeffrey Peisch

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Ted Haimes

Writer

Ted Haimes

Director

Ted Haimes

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