In the mid-70s, at the suggestion of John Lennon, the celebrated journalist and director Tony Palmer decided to document the story of popular music from its origins in jazz and blues to the golden age of rock. Interviewing the major players in the industry at the time, Tony Palmer tells the story of popular music through those most influential in creating it. Featuring interviews and performances by musical giants including John Lennon, Paul McCartney, Jerry Lee Lewis, Stephen Sondheim, Benny Goodman, Leonard Cohen, Bing Cosby, Elvis Presley, Bob Dylan, The Beach Boys, Tina Turner, Sam Phillips, Dan Brubeck, Dizzy Gillespie, Phil Spector, Bill Monroe, Frank Zappa, Eric Clapton, and many more. --Provided by Publisher.
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