Series
1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything
“A tumultuous era sparked a year of unprecedented musical innovation.”
Documentary
In a tumultuous era, 1971 was a year of musical innovation and rebirth fueled by the political and cultural upheaval of the time. Stars reached new heights, fresh talent exploded onto the scene, and boundaries expanded like never before.
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Seasons & episodes
1What's Happening?21 May 2021 · 49m · ★ 8.0As the unrest of the ’60s evolves into a new decade, musicians like Marvin Gaye and John Lennon become the conscience of the culture.
2End of the Acid Dream21 May 2021 · 42m · ★ 7.0Sly Stone, The Rolling Stones, and Jim Morrison retreat from the world—but there's no escape from the growing epidemic of hard drugs.
3Changes21 May 2021 · 47m · ★ 7.0New sounds and styles emerge following The Beatles' breakup, with Marc Bolan and Alice Cooper bringing glam to the world.
4Our Time Is Now21 May 2021 · 45m · ★ 6.5Carole King and Joni Mitchell smash sexist boundaries and record iconic albums. Elton John and Lou Reed explore queer music and culture.
5The Revolution Will Not Be Televised21 May 2021 · 46m · ★ 8.5America is convulsed by deep racial unrest. Curtis Mayfield, The Last Poets, and Gil Scott-Heron write about a revolution that feels imminent.
6Exile21 May 2021 · 42m · ★ 7.0Drugs, drink, and debauchery reach a devastating peak—yet Sly Stone, The Rolling Stones, and Jim Morrison produce some of their best music.
7Respect21 May 2021 · 44m · ★ 7.0James Brown, Ike and Tina Turner, and the artists at Stax Records make music on their own terms despite working in an industry rife with racism.
8Starman21 May 2021 · 46m · ★ 6.0With reggae and synthesizers on the rise, a range of artists—from Iggy Pop and Lou Reed to Alice Cooper—inspire a creative triumph.
Details
- First aired
- 21 May 2021
- Last aired
- 21 May 2021
- Status
- Ended
- Language
- English
- Network
- Apple TV
- Episodes
- 8
- Votes
- 31 on TMDB
