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201486 minTV-Gdocumentary

5.2/ 10(8 ratings)• TMDB

Turn it Up!

201486 minTV-Gdocumentary

5.2/ 10(8 ratings)• TMDB

Legendary guitarists such as B.B. King, Slash, and Les Paul share their experiences and insights on the electric guitar's cultural significance in music.

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Legendary guitarists such as B.B. King, Slash, and Les Paul share their experiences and insights on the electric guitar's cultural significance in music.

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Kevin Bacon hosts "Turn it Up.", a documentary that focuses on the electric guitar and its role in music. Legendary guitarists such as B.B. King, Slash, and Les Paul share their experiences and personal stories. The film features performances and insights from artists like Robby Krieger, John 5, Paul Stanley, Skunk Baxter, Jerry Cantrell, and Nancy Wilson. Each musician discusses their unique styles and contributions to rock and blues, illustrating the electric guitar's cultural significance across generations.

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