The Times They Are A-Changin'

Series: American Roots Music Series|n3

Duration: 60

Format: 16mm

Color: Color

Description: Provides an overview of the development of America's musical heritage by examining the "roots" of existing popular music like blues, country, folk, and bluegrass. Documents the electrification of music leading to a revival of the blues led by Muddy Waters and Howlin' Wolf. Describes the Newport Folk Festival and its mixture of traditional roots music with socially-conscious folk singers. Chronicles Bob Dylan's transition to electric and the controversy that ensued. Highlights such influential musicians as the Staple Singers, the Weavers, Peter, Paul and Mary and Doc Watson. Includes commentary by James Cotton, Edwin Hawkins and many others.

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