rock musicians

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rock musicians

There's a riot going on

revolutionaries, rock stars, and the rise and fall of '60s
2009
Discusses the interrelation of art, sociology, and politics between 1965 and 1972, covering liberation movements, political activism, protests, and demonstrations, featuring the efforts of musicians such as John Lennon, Bob Dylan, James Brown, and Fela Kuti.

The Dave Matthews Band

step into the light
2001
Chronicles the musical development of the Dave Matthews Band, from the group's initial stints in the local bars of Charlottesville, Virginia in 1991, through 2001 and the release of "Everyday," and includes interviews, photographs, and personal profiles of band members.

The Who

2008
Chronicles the history of the rock band The Who, discussing the group's formation, successes, and failures, and looks at what band members have done in the years since reaching the peak of their popularity.

U2

2008
Chronicles the history of the rock band U2, describing the band's formation in Dublin, its rise to fame, and lead singer Bono's social activism, political work, and charity efforts.

Bruce Springsteen

2008
Chronicles the career of rock singer Bruce Springsteen, discussing his early life and music, his ongoing success, and his involvement in political issues.

Lynyrd Skynyrd

2008
Traces the history of the rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd, discussing the band's members, the tragedies that shaped the band and its music, their impact on Southern rock, and other related topics.

Queen

2008
Chronicles the history of the rock band Queen, discussing how the band formed, its successes and struggles, and the death of front man Freddie Mercury.

The Grateful Dead

2008
Photographs and text trace the history of the rock band The Grateful Dead, discussing the band's most influential members, their unique sound and concert experiences, and their impact on American culture in the 1960s and 1970s.

Pink Floyd

2008
Chronicles the history of the rock band Pink Floyd, discussing the group's formation, successes, and failures, and looks at what band members have done in the years since reaching the peak of their popularity.

The Doors

2008
Profiles the history of the rock group "The Doors," and describes the influence of lead sing Jim Morrison to the group's success, Morrison's drug habit, and eventual death.

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