The History of Rock 'n' Roll

The History of Rock 'n' Roll (1995)

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The History of Rock 'n' Roll and Pop music are explored are explored via interviews and footage of well-known music stars.

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Up from the Underground
Season 1Episode 1060 min

Up from the Underground

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.
Oct 14, 1995

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E10Up from the UndergroundOct 14, 1995
S01E09PunkOct 14, 1995
S01E08The '70s: Have a Nice DecadeOct 14, 1995
S01E07Guitar HeroesOct 14, 1995
S01E06My GenerationOct 14, 1995
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll' premiere?

'The History of Rock 'n' Roll' premiered in 1995.

Who narrated 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'?

**Lieutenant Dan of Forrest Gump, Gary Sinise, narrated 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'.**

What is the duration of each episode of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'?

Each episode of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll' has a duration of 60 minutes.

Who directed 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'?

**Andrew Solt** directed 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'.

What is the genre of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'?

The genre of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll' is documentary.

What is the main focus of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'?

The main focus of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll' is to explore the history and impact of rock music.

Which famous musician was interviewed in 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'?

**Mick Jagger** was interviewed in 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'.

What is the production company behind 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'?

The production company behind 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll' is Time-Life Video.

What is the theme of the first episode of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'?

The theme of the first episode of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll' is "The '50s: Rhythm & Blues, Rockabilly, and Doo-Wop".

What is the theme of the last episode of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'?

The theme of the last episode of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll' is "Punk, New Wave, and Rap".

What is the significance of the episode titled "Plugging In"?

The episode titled "Plugging In" focuses on the impact of electric guitars on rock music.

What is the focus of the episode titled "The Sounds of Soul"?

The episode titled "The Sounds of Soul" explores the influence of soul music on rock 'n' roll.

Who was the executive producer of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'?

**Andrew Solt** was the executive producer of 'The History of Rock 'n' Roll'.

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