Rare footage from the 1940s to the early 1950s features major R&B singers performing during a time of significant change in the music genre.
“'They danced, even if they had the blues.”
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Rare footage from the 1940s to the early 1950s features major R&B singers performing during a time of significant change in the music genre.
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George T. Nierenberg's 1988 documentary features rare performances from the R&B scene of the 1940s and early 1950s. It includes footage of major artists like Charles Brown and interviews with industry figures such as Jerry Wexler and Ed Lochman. These musicians discuss their roles in the rhythm and blues movement. The film captures the genre's evolution and its cultural impact on American society during this time. It runs for 60 minutes and is produced in the United States.
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- See rare performances from iconic R&B singers.
- Meet influential figures like Jerry Wexler.
- Find out about R&B's cultural impact in America.
Did You Know
- The documentary features performances from the 1940s to early 1950s.
- Jerry Wexler, a key figure in the music industry, is interviewed.
- The film has a runtime of 60 minutes.
- It was produced in the United States and released in 1988.
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Who directed the documentary That Rhythm, Those Blues?
George T. Nierenberg directed the documentary That Rhythm, Those Blues.
What years does the documentary cover in the R&B scene?
The documentary covers the R&B scene from the 1940s to the early 1950s.
What is the duration of That Rhythm, Those Blues?
The duration of That Rhythm, Those Blues is 60 minutes.
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