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AC/DC - In Performance

2008

AC/DC - In Performance

2008
This documentary delves into the history AC/DC, one of rock 'n' roll's hardest-working and hardest-hitting bands, from their rough-and-tumble beginnings in Australia to the colossal international success that eventually followed. Noted music journalists offer insightful commentary on the band's ups and downs, including lead singer Bon Scott's death in 1980, and rare concert footage captures the band's electrifying stage presence.
The Gits

2008

The Gits

2008
7
The inception and ascent of Seattle-based post-punk band the Gits, whose rise to prominence was cut short by the shocking rape and murder of their fiery lead singer, Mia Zapata, in 1993. Featuring performance footage and reflective interviews with the remaining members of the Gits, O'Kane's labor of love celebrates Zapata's memory and the group's enduring legacy.
Iron Maiden and The New Wave of British Heavy Metal

2008

Iron Maiden and The New Wave of British Heavy Metal

2008
10
Iron Maiden And The New Wave Of British Heavy Metal uncovers the beginning of the genre, its rise to popularity and eventual decline. It's a fascinating history with interviews from band members from that era and journalists who covered the scene. There's also tons of rare video and photos that are interesting and historically important. In addition to Iron Maiden, who remain one of the hugest names in metal today, some of the bands covered in this DVD include Tygers Of Pan Tang, Saxon, Girlschool, Samson, Diamond Head and many others. If you're into metal history, Iron Maiden And The New Wave Of British Heavy Metal is an essential DVD. The two hours fly by as you get engrossed in this very interesting, entertaining and educational DVD.
Classic Albums: John Lennon - Plastic Ono Band

2008

Classic Albums: John Lennon - Plastic Ono Band

2008
5.9
A documentary about the making of John Lennon's seminal solo debut album, "Plastic Ono Band," featuring historical analysis and playbacks of the original multi-track session tapes. Includes interviews with the musicians and personnel involved with the recording sessions as well as Lennon's widow Yoko Ono and other associates of the Lennons.
Prince - The Glory Years

2008

Prince - The Glory Years

2008
8.5
A documentary film that reviews and recaptures this golden decade and, with the aid of his friends, colleagues, fellow musicians and other notable contributors, helps discover why Prince Rogers Nelson simply stole the 80s as far as music was concerned. Includes classic Prince performances reassessed by a team of esteemed experts, with live and studio footage, brand new interviews with Prince's closest confidantes, and rare photographs.
The Wrecking Crew

2008

The Wrecking Crew

2008
7.2
A celebration of the musical work of a group of session musicians known as "The Wrecking Crew." a band that provided back-up instrumentals to such legendary recording artists as Frank Sinatra, The Beach Boys, and Bing Crosby.
Crazy

2008

Crazy

2008
5.5
Crazy is the story of a legendary guitar player who emerged from Nashville in the 1950s. Blessed with incomparable, natural talent, Hank Garland quickly established his reputation as the finest sessions player in Nashville.
Reverend I'm Available

2008

Reverend I'm Available

2008
Recently widowed Reverend Grady Griffin soon becomes the hottest commodity at his church as the ladies line up for their chance to win his heart. With each woman vying for his attention how is the Reverend to choose?
Amy Winehouse: The Girl Done Good - A Documentary Review

2008

Amy Winehouse: The Girl Done Good - A Documentary Review

2008
Drawing on rare and classic performances, exclusive interviews, lengthy contributions from friends, colleagues, journalists and experts, and a host of other features, this is a unique insight into the music, career and life of a cultural icon.
Electric Apricot

2007

Electric Apricot

2007
5.7
Electric Apricot is a spoof of jam bands centered around the band, Electric Apricot, in the style of "This Is Spinal Tap"
Truck Tunes

2007

Truck Tunes

2007
Sing along with ten cool original songs as you follow these tough construction and timber trucks at work! Dig a deep hole with an Excavator. Scoop up a load of dirt with a Front End Loader. Smash up concrete with an Impact Hammer. For kids.
Kurt Cobain: About a Son

2007

Kurt Cobain: About a Son

2007
6.9
An intimate and moving meditation on the late musician and artist Kurt Cobain, based on more than 25 hours of previously unheard audiotaped interviews conducted with Cobain by noted music journalist Michael Azerrad for his book "Come As You Are: The Story of Nirvana." In the film, Kurt Cobain recounts his own life - from his childhood and adolescence to his days of musical discovery and later dealings with explosive fame - and offers often piercing insights into his life, music, and times. The conversations heard in the film have never before been made public, and they reveal a highly personal portrait of an artist much discussed but not particularly well understood.
Bruce Springsteen: Videobiography

2007

Bruce Springsteen: Videobiography

2007
This in-depth look at singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen chronicles the influential rocker's catalogue of work through insightful analysis by industry insiders and some of the best performance footage ever captured of the iconic American musician. Highlights of such performances include "Born to Run," "Born in the USA," "Rosalita," "Streets of Philadelphia," "She's the One," "Growin' Up," "Hungry Heart" and "Lucky Town."
Public Enemy: Welcome to the Terrordome

2007

Public Enemy: Welcome to the Terrordome

2007
Yeah boy! With a career spanning over 20 years, Public Enemy have established themselves as one of the most influential acts in the history of rap music. Through rare footage of the group and interviews with Chuck D and Flavor Flav, as well as insights from Korn's Jonathan Davis, Rage Against the Machine's Tom Morello, Henry Rollins, and others, Public Enemy's legacy is explored.
The Sex Pistols: In their own words

2007

The Sex Pistols: In their own words

2007
By the time Never Mind the Bollocks Here's the Sex Pistols was released, on 28 October 1977, both the band and the punk culture that had formed around them had begun to unravel.
Honeydripper

2007

Honeydripper

2007
6.2
In 1950s Alabama, the owner of the Honeydripper juke joint finds his business dropping off and against his better judgment, hires a young electric guitarist in a last ditch effort to draw crowds during harvest time.
Junior Wells & Buddy Guy Live at Nightstage

2007

Junior Wells & Buddy Guy Live at Nightstage

2007
4.2
Junior Wells performing live at Nightstage with special guest Buddy Guy
Guns N Roses: Live Rarities

2007

Guns N Roses: Live Rarities

2007
Axl and the guys live on stage.
Fleetwood Mac: Videobiography

2007

Fleetwood Mac: Videobiography

2007
Drink and drugs, love affairs and divorces, hirings and firings, ever changing line-ups... and the members of Fleetwood Mac even found time to make some great music. Despite being scattered with scandal, Fleetwood Mac have sold over 100 million albums worldwide in their 40-year history.
Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten

2007

Joe Strummer: The Future Is Unwritten

2007
7.2
As the front man of the Clash from 1977 onwards, Joe Strummer changed people's lives forever. Four years after his death, his influence reaches out around the world, more strongly now than ever before. In "The Future Is Unwritten", from British film director Julien Temple, Joe Strummer is revealed not just as a legend or musician, but as a true communicator of our times. Drawing on both a shared punk history and the close personal friendship which developed over the last years of Joe's life, Julien Temple's film is a celebration of Joe Strummer - before, during and after the Clash.