The 1960s began as a vibrant and carefree era, marked by the rise of iconic rock bands and their quest to win over every woman. However, this era of excess and revelry took a dark turn with the sudden death of Epstein, the demise of the Beatles, Jagger's arrest, and the growing prevalence of...
Aired: Feb 12, 1977The next episode explores the vast array of talented artists and thought-prov...
2. God's Children: The Beginnings
Aired: Feb 19, 1977American popular music's true origins are revealed in the next episode, debun...
3. I Can Hypnotise 'Dis Nation: Ragtime
Aired: Feb 26, 1977The next episode delves into the authentic spirit of Ragtime, exploring its r...
Aired: Mar 5, 1977The next episode delves into the diverse roots of jazz, debunking the myth th...
Aired: Mar 12, 1977The next episode delves into the rich history of the blues, featuring iconic ...
6. Rude Songs: Vaudeville & Music Hall
Aired: Mar 19, 1977A journey through the history of suggestive songs in vaudeville and music hal...
7. Always Chasing Rainbows: Tin Pan Alley
Aired: Mar 26, 1977The next episode delves into the roots of the music industry, focusing on the...
8. Diamonds as Big as the Ritz: The Musical
Aired: Apr 2, 1977The next episode delves into the origins of the musical, tracing its roots ba...
Aired: Apr 9, 1977A journey through the vibrant world of swing music awaits in the next episode...
10. Good Times: Rhythm and Blues
Aired: Apr 16, 1977The music industry in the late 1940s referred to popular black music as "race...
11. Making Moonshine: Country Music
Aired: Apr 23, 1977The next episode delves into the transformation of country music, tracing its...
12. Go Down, Moses!: Songs of War and Protest
Aired: Apr 30, 1977The 1960s rock music scene was deeply entwined with youth rebellion, as it pr...
13. Hail! Hail! Rock'n'Roll!: Rock and Roll
Aired: May 7, 1977The roots of rock 'n' roll are deeply embedded in Memphis, Tennessee, where S...
Aired: May 14, 1977The next episode delves into the profound impact of The Beatles on popular mu...
15. All Along the Watchtower: Sour Rock
Aired: May 21, 1977The 1960s began as a vibrant and carefree era, marked by the rise of iconic r...
16. Whatever Gets You Through the Night: Glitter Rock
Aired: May 28, 1977The 1970s rock scene underwent a dramatic transformation with the rise of leg...
Aired: Jun 1, 1977Lester Bangs, the editor of Creem magazine, explores the future of rock music...
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Current Status: Ended
Network: ITV1
Production Country: United Kingdom
Genres:Documentary, Music
