The history of rock n' roll and pop music are explored are explored via interviews and footage of well-known music stars.
Episode 1
Pluggin In
Mar 8, 1995
This volume of the series explores the roots of Rock 'n' Roll as a musical genre.
Episode 2
My Generation
Mar 8, 1995
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.
Episode 3
Britain Invades America Fights Back
Mar 8, 1995
In the 1960s, music artists from Great Britain like The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, and The Who become popular in the United States.
Episode 4
The Sounds of Soul
Mar 8, 1995
This episode explores the development of Soul with in the Rock 'n' Roll genre.
Episode 5
The '70s: Have a Nice Decade
Mar 8, 1995
This episode examines the expanding electric music scene.
Episode 6
My Generation
Mar 8, 1995
The peace-loving counter culture produces the phenomenon of Woodstock.
Episode 7
Guitar Heroes
Apr 17, 1995
Les Paul's invention of the electric guitar paved the way for later Rock 'n' Roll guitar heroes.
Episode 8
Good Rockin' Tonight
Mar 8, 1995
This episode reviews the development of Rock 'n' Roll music of the 1970s.
Episode 9
Punk
Episode 10
Up From the Underground
Mar 8, 1995
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.
Episode 11
Rock 'n' Roll Explodes
Mar 6, 1995
Les Paul's invention of the electric guitar paved the way for later Rock 'n' Roll guitar heroes.