The history of rock n' roll and pop music are explored are explored via interviews and footage of well-known music stars.
Where to Watch The History of Rock 'n' Roll • Season 1
11 Episodes
Pluggin In
E1
Pluggin InThis volume of the series explores the roots of Rock 'n' Roll as a musical genre.
My Generation
E2
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.
Britain Invades America Fights Back
E3
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.
The Sounds of Soul
E4
The Sounds of SoulThis episode explores the development of Soul with in the Rock 'n' Roll genre.
The '70s: Have a Nice Decade
E5
The '70s: Have a Nice DecadeThis episode examines the expanding electric music scene.
My Generation
E6
My GenerationThe peace-loving counter culture produces the phenomenon of Woodstock.
Guitar Heroes
E7
Guitar HeroesLes Paul's invention of the electric guitar paved the way for later Rock 'n' Roll guitar heroes.
Good Rockin' Tonight
E8
Good Rockin' TonightThis episode reviews the development of Rock 'n' Roll music of the 1970s.
Punk
E9
Punk'Punk' Strips Music To Its Angry Roots
Up From the Underground
E10
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.
Rock 'n' Roll Explodes
E11
Rock 'n' Roll ExplodesLes Paul's invention of the electric guitar paved the way for later Rock 'n' Roll guitar heroes.
