Dancing In The Street
A Rock & Roll History (As Told By The People Who Made It) 1995

BBC Documentary Series (never released on DVD) VHS Rip



Dancing In The Street tells the story of Rock & Roll - the truth behind the great songs, the myths, scandals, betrayals,
accidents and talent that made it a billion dollar industry. This definitive story is told by the stars
and musicians themselves and is illustrated by classic performances, some never seen before on television

* Some online info refers to 10 episodes rather than the complete 9 that were released on tape
(only because the initial episodes were split and named differently within in the UK)

This BBC documentary series, originally aired in the mid 90's, is an
inspiring and informative journey through popular music...
From Blues, to Country, Heavy Metal, Punk and Electro - whatever style floats your boat,
this series will enhance your understanding of where popular music came
from and where it's been going.



Episode 1 - Renegades

Down in New Orleans Little Richard lets rip, unleashing a force that reverberates along the
Mississippi Delta. Sam Phillips' Sun Studio in Memphis explodes with new sounds and
50's America is shaken to it's core...

Including interviews with and performances by
Elvis Presley, Little Richard, Jerry Lee Lewis, B B King, Chuck Berry, Buddy Holly,
Bo Diddley and many more.




Episode 2 - In The Groove

In a series looking at the history of rock and roll, this programme looks at the 1960's,
the era of girl groups, The Beach boys and producers such as Phil Spector. Includes some footage of the bands.



Episode 3 - Shakespeares In The Alley

Bob Dylan and The Beatles Come Together.

Including interviews with Bob Dylan, The Beatles, Simon & Garfunkel, Joan
Baez, Sonny Bono and many more




Episode 4 - R.E.S.P.E.C.T

From the studios of Motown and Stax records, black music stands up and demands attention...

Including interviews with and performances by Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, The Supremes, Wilson Pickett,
Mary Wilson, Berry Gordy and many more.



Episode 5 - Crossroads

Brits get the Blues, invade America and invent Heavy Metal.

Including interviews and performances by The Rolling Stones, Bill Wyman, Eric Clapton, Jeff Beck,
Mick Jagger, Van Morrison, Jimmy Page, Robert Plant, The Animals, Jimi Hendrix and many more.



Episode 6 - Blues In Technicolor

The Acid Test. From The West Coast to West London, Psychadelia takes hold and tries to change the world.

Including interviews with and performances by Jerry Garcia, The Grateful Dead, Roger McGuinn, David Crosby,
Pink Floyd, Janis Joplin, The Byrds and many more.



Episode 7 - Wild Side

In the hangover after the Summer Of Love, rock develops a theatricality of excess as Lou, Alice and Ziggy go...glam!

Including Interviews with and performances by Lou Reed, Iggy Pop, David Bowie, Brian Eno, The Velvet Underground,
Alice Cooper, Maureen Tucker and many more.


Episode 8 - Make It Funky

A black audience gets up and does their thing as the Godfather takes to the bridge...

Including Interviews with and performances by James Brown, Sly & the Family Stone, Stevie Wonder,
George Clinton, Marvin Gaye, Earth, Wind & fire and many more.



Episode 9 - Punk

Punk's calculated anarchy finds an unlikely partner in reggae.

Including Interviews with and performances by Bob Marley, Joey and Johhny Ramone, David Byrne, Debbie
Harry, Malcom McClaren, The Sex Pistols, The Clash, Talking Heads and many more




Episode 10 - Perfect Beat

Rap, hip hop and techno make sure rock and roll doesn't get too safe, as computers allow music
to re-sample itself endlessly for a global audience.

Including Interviews with and performances by Grandmaster Flash, New Order, The Beastie Boys, Chuck D,
Public Enemy, De La Soul and many more.