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Don't Start Me Talkin': The Junior Wells Story

Rated: 0 | 234 Views Released Year: 2004

Genre: Biographical Documentaries
About: The life and times of late Chicago blues musician Junior Wells are narrated through interviews with Wells and Buddy Guy, John Lee Hooker, B.B. King, Carlos Santana, Charlie Musselwhite, Steve Miller, Dr. John, Dan Aykroyd, Jimmie Vaughan, Bruce Willis and more. Featured tracks include "Come On in This House," "Hoodoo Man Blues" and "Messin' with the Kid."
URL: Don't Start Me Talkin': The Junior Wells Story

Gloria Estefan: Don't Stop!

Rated: 0 | 137 Views Released Year: 1998

Genre: Biographical Documentaries
About: Latin pop diva Gloria Estefan offers an all-access pass to her exciting world tour for the multiplatinum album "Gloria!" -- including behind-the-scenes footage from video shoots and rehearsals for such shows as VH1's "Divas Live" and the World Music Awards. This compilation also features videos for "Turn the Beat Around," "Higher," "Everlasting Love," "You'll be Mine (Party Time)," "Tres Deseos" and the Spanish version of "Oye."
URL: Gloria Estefan: Don't Stop!

Caveman: V.T. Hamlin & Alley Oop

Rated: 0 | 193 Views Released Year: 2005

Genre: Biographical Documentaries
About: In this documentary, filmmaker Max Allan Collins chronicles the life and storied career of pioneering cartoon artist Vincent T. Hamlin, creator of the long-running cartoon strip "Alley Oop." Interviews with Hamlin's contemporaries, such as his devoted assistant Dave Graue and fellow cartoonist Will Eisner, illuminate Hamlin's drive as well as his particular genius that helped establish "Alley Oop" as an American pop-culture icon.
URL: Caveman: V.T. Hamlin & Alley Oop

NAS: I Don't Understand Hip Hop: The Unauthorized Biography

Rated: 0 | 114 Views Released Year: 2008

Genre: Biographical Documentaries
About: This revealing documentary chronicles the life and career of hip-hop superstar Nas (aka Nasir Jones), from his childhood in the Queensbridge neighborhood of New York City to the release of his landmark 1994 album "Illmatic" and beyond. The son of noted jazz musician Olu Dara, Nas has continued to keep it real even as he entertains audiences and dazzles critics by pushing the envelope of rap music and culture.
URL: NAS: I Don't Understand Hip Hop: The Unauthorized Biography

American Masters: Woody Guthrie: Ain't Got No Home

Rated: 0 | 178 Views Released Year: 2007

Genre: Biographical Documentaries
About: Featuring narration by actor Peter Coyote, this installment of the Emmy-winning PBS series chronicles the life of American folk singer and songwriter Woody Guthrie. Interviews with his fans (including Pete Seeger and Bruce Springsteen) combine with archival footage, newly discovered radio recordings and original Guthrie artwork to paint a fascinating portrait of the Depression-era artist who gave voice to Americans' suffering.
URL: American Masters: Woody Guthrie: Ain't Got No Home

A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki: The Man Who Introduced Zen Buddhism to the West

Rated: 0 | 139 Views Released Year: 2006

Genre: Biographical Documentaries
About: Using rare archival footage and interviews with noted artists, philosophers and scholars such as Huston Smith, this film examines the life and teachings of D.T. Suzuki, the celebrated Japanese monk who first brought Zen Buddhism to the West. This program explores Suzuki's travels in America, his teachings on satori (enlightenment) and other Buddhist concepts, his influence on Western art and psychology, and more.
URL: A Zen Life: D.T. Suzuki: The Man Who Introduced Zen Buddhism to the West

Beach Boys: An American Band / Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times

Rated: 0 | 134 Views Released Year: 1985

Genre: Biographical Documentaries
About: A double treat for Beach Boys fans! "The Beach Boys - An American Band" is a candid look at one of America's most popular music groups; more than 40 original songs are performed. "Brian Wilson - I Just Wasn't Made for These Times" is a look inside the conundrum of composer Brian Wilson's mind, providing fascinating insights into the former Beach Boy's musical genius, volatile personality and the veneration of his peers.
URL: Beach Boys: An American Band / Brian Wilson: I Just Wasn't Made for These Times

Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense

Rated: 0 | 157 Views Released Year: 1984

Genre: Biographical Documentaries
About: A huge influence on world music, Nigerian artist Fela Kuti played many instruments, pioneered afrobeat music and served as a prominent activist for human rights in Africa. This 1984 documentary examines the life and music of the remarkable man. Using his music to raise awareness, Kuti embraced social justice themes. He died in 1997 of complications from AIDS. Footage from his legendary show in Glastonbury, England, is included.
URL: Fela Kuti: Teacher Don't Teach Me Nonsense

Bix: Ain't None of Them Play Like Him Yet

Rated: 0 | 128 Views Released Year: 1994

Genre: Biographical Documentaries
About: Richard Basehart narrates this look at the legendary jazz cornettist Bix Beiderbecke, who made such a mark on Jazz that he is still unchallenged. Featuring interviews from such notables as Hoagy Carmichael, Charlie Davis and Louis Armstrong, this documentary follows his life and career as well as chronicling the influence of Bix on modern music.
URL: Bix: Ain't None of Them Play Like Him Yet

Eazy-E: The Life and Timez of Eric Wright

Rated: 0 | 145 Views Released Year: 2002

Genre: Biographical Documentaries
About: Eazy-E, influential producer and a founding member of gangsta rap band NWA, became one of the most important pioneers of the early rap scene before his death in 1995. In addition to performing his own music, he discovered and shaped the careers of superstars such as Dr. Dre, Bone Thugs-N-Harmony and Kokane. This documentary from his son, Eric "Lil' Eazy" Wright, explores Eazy-E's life and music through performance footage and interviews.
URL: Eazy-E: The Life and Timez of Eric Wright

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