Sam Phillips
Biography: Samuel Cornelius Phillips was an American record producer. He was the founder of Sun Records and Sun Studio in Memphis, Tennessee, where he produced recordings by Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, and Howlin' Wolf.
Place of Birth: Not available
Birthday: January 05, 1923
Deathday: July 30, 2003
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The Howlin' Wolf Story: The Secret History of Rock & Roll
2003-11-04
The Howlin' Wolf Story: The Secret History of Rock & Roll
Overview: Arguably second only to Muddy Waters among the Mississippi Delta singers who traveled north and pioneered urban electric blues (their supposed rivalry is the subject of one of this DVD's bonus features), Wolf was a big, imposing man with an inimitable, booming voice and a lasting influence on generations of rock & rollers--all of which comes across in the 90-minute film.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2003-11-04
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The History of Rock 'n' Roll
1995-03-06
The History of Rock 'n' Roll
Overview: The history of rock n' roll and pop music are explored are explored via interviews and footage of well-known music stars.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 1995-03-06
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The Definitive Elvis: The Television Years
2002-03-31
The Definitive Elvis: The Television Years
Overview: "The Television Years" examines the events that took place in the years between 1956 and 1960, in which Elvis Presley excited a whole nation as the "King of Rock and Roll" in the big television shows of the time. One highlight of this time periode was Elvis' 1960 combeback hosted by Frank Sinatra, which marked his first appearance on televison after his two-year stay in the army.
Genres: Documentary Music
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-03-31
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Classic Albums: Elvis Presley
2002-04-30
Classic Albums: Elvis Presley
Overview: The story behind Elvis's first album features performances from 1955 and '56, interviews with the King and rare home movies of him at play and work.
Genres: Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2002-04-30
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Good Rockin' Tonight: The Legacy of Sun Records
2001-11-28
Good Rockin' Tonight: The Legacy of Sun Records
Overview: A history of Memphis' Sun Records, the legendary label that started the careers of such rock and country icons as Elvis Presley, Carl Perkins, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and many others. Included are archival footage and interviews with many rock and country artists who either recorded for Sun or knew owner Sam Phillips.
Genres: Music Documentary
Original Language: en
Release Date: 2001-11-28
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