Seven Ages of Rock

Seven Ages of Rock

2007
1 Season
9.0
Documentary

A definitive landmark series charting the emergence and re-emergence of rock music as a global force, told through the musicians who have shaped this most enduring of genres.

Episodes

The Birth of Rock
E1May 19, 20071h 4m

The Birth of Rock

The story of the rock revolution of the 1960s, as seen through the life and music of Jimi Hendrix.

White Light, White Heat
E2May 26, 20071h 4m

White Light, White Heat

Exploring rock's theatrical years, as music tried to be taken seriously as an art form.

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E3Jun 2, 20071h 4m

Blank Generation

It's 1975, and rock gets shock treatment on both sides of the Atlantic from punk.

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E4Jun 9, 20071h 4m

Never Say Die

Looking at how heavy metal emerged in the 1960s from Birmingham.

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E5Jun 16, 20071h 4m

We Are the Champions

In the early 1970s, rock moved out of the festivals and clubs and into the stadiums.

Left of the Dial
E6Jun 23, 20071h 4m

Left of the Dial

The contrasting fates of two of America's biggest bands, R.E.M. and Nirvana.

What the World is Waiting For: Indie Rock
E7Jun 30, 20071h 4m

What the World is Waiting For: Indie Rock

The journey through the history of rock climaxes with a focus on British indie music.

Top Cast

Julian Rhind-Tutt

Julian Rhind-Tutt

Self - Narrator (voice)

John Cale

John Cale

Self

Richard Wright

Richard Wright

Self

Noel Gallagher

Noel Gallagher

Self

Damon Albarn

Damon Albarn

Self

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David Fricke

Self

Roger Daltrey

Roger Daltrey

Self

Jeff Beck

Jeff Beck

Self

David Bowie

David Bowie

Self

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Peter Jenner

Self