A tribute to the life and music of John Prine featuring family and friends sharing memories and songs while raising money for several charitable organizations.
Cumbia of the world and for the whole world. From Buenos Aires as a starting point, the documentary Cumbia Around The World takes us on a tour through several countries: Argentina, Bolivia, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, Peru, Portugal, Spain, Germany, Vietnam, the Philippines, Cambodia and Japan; to discover the origins, the present and the future of this rhythm that engages all social classes…
Two gay men, one younger...one considerably older, both dealers at a flea market, are offered the contents of a recently deceased individual's dilapidated house and find nothing of value but a massive stash of ghostly vintage porn. As they sort through it they not only learn about the deceased individual but uncover a few things about themselves as well.
A philosophical meditation on a young Tomaž Pengov, one of the greatest musicians in Slovenian history and the author of many timeless songs, some of which will accompany him on this cinematic journey through his world. Pengov’s legacy features ‘Odpotovanja’, the first singer-songwriter record released in the former Yugoslavia.
Deep in the poorest neighbourhood of Havana, you will find Rumba Morena; a band of nine drummers and singers performing with astounding passion and fervour. Whilst it is not unusual to hear Rumba drifting from back alleys in Havana, Rumba Morena is different - they are all women. Cuban Rumba is traditionally played by men only, and Rumba Morena breaks the mould. Uproar explores the complex intersection of religion, music and gender dynamics of Rumba Morena – and the roots influencing the male resistance to it.The film aims to peer under the skin of the complex intersection of religion, music and gender dynamics affecting the circumstances around Rumba Morena and explore the roots influencing the male resistance to Rumba Morena’s music.
From the colorful, celebratory sounds of Juju music to the politicized urgency of Afrobeat, Nigerian musicians have spearheaded some of Africa's most prominent musical movements. Oftentimes, their work formed the backdrop against which the nation blossomed and floundered. So what happened to these pioneering artists who rose to prominence during the country's halcyon years, and continued to endure when it faltered?
Set in the dazzling world of the LA music scene comes the story of Grace Davis, a superstar whose talent, and ego, have reached unbelievable heights. Maggie is Grace’s overworked personal assistant who’s stuck running errands, but still aspires to her childhood dream of becoming a music producer. When Grace’s manager presents her with a choice that could alter the course of her career, Maggie and Grace come up with a plan that could change their lives forever.
Few musicians have made an impact throughout the decades as seismic as Bob Dylan. Retrace his journey, from humble folk beginnings in Hibbing, to the bustling electric Greenwich Village.
Summer, 1988 in Corsica. Vanina, fourteen years old, paints the town red with her cousin and sixteen-year-old sister. The teenagers slip out of the house on the quiet to go and dance and meet up with boys in the only nearby disco.
Filmed at Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England on June 18, 2019. This concert is part of the WorldWired Tour by American heavy metal band Metallica in support of their tenth studio album Hardwired... to Self-Destruct, which was released on November 18, 2016. It is also their first worldwide tour after the World Magnetic Tour six years earlier. Set-List: 1. Hardwired / 2. The Memory Remains (with extended outro) / 3. Disposable Heroes / 4. The God That Failed / 5. The Unforgiven / 6. Here Comes Revenge / 7. Moth Into Flame / 8. Sad but True / 9. Welcome Home (Sanitarium) (followed by Kirk & Rob's solos incl. 'I Wanna Be Adored', 'ManUNkind' & 'Orion') / 10. St. Anger / 11. One / 12. Master of Puppets / 13. For Whom the Bell Tolls / 14. Creeping Death / 15. Seek & Destroy / 16. Lords of Summer / 17. Nothing Else Matters / 18. Enter Sandman (with 'The Frayed Ends of Sanity' outro).
ionnalee performs live from her home in isolation. The live-in session was originally aired as part of Sweden's online National Day Celebration, commissioned by the Swedish Institute, where 4 songs were performed live from ionnalee's garden. Featuring Claes Björklund, John Strandh, Ghost and Luna
Corey Baker Dance's short film Lying Together, to celebrate World Environment Day raises awareness of the impact of climate change. Lying Together was filmed in rural and urban settings across Hong Kong, including aerial footage of the dancers performing on the tops of the city’s highest skyscrapers. Chen Zhiayo, Amber Lewis, Li Jiabo, Ma Renjie, Forrest Rain Oliveros along with other members of Hong Kong Ballet company, perform Baker’s iconic quirky choreography with zesty musical accompaniment from acclaimed multi-instrumentalist FKJ.
To mark his 80th birthday, the BBC pays tribute to Welsh icon and international superstar Sir Tom Jones with this archive-based celebration. Looking back over 60 years in showbusiness, the film takes us on a journey through Tom’s career via some of his greatest songs and performances - from Delilah and It’s Not Unusual to The Green, Green Grass of Home and Kiss - many of which will have a special resonance for a Welsh audience. Additional context to Sir Tom’s incredible longevity is provided through rarely seen archive footage and interviews with the great man himself.
A musical rockumentary about subversive pop star Maya O'Malley and his journey towards spiritual redemption following his being dropped from Aspect Records in the Fall of 2012.