Sounds of Memphis (2002)

02/19/2002 (EN) • Music, Documentary • 1h

Winner of Best Documentary Feature at the 2003 Santa Monica Film Festival

Overview

A look into the birth of the soul music scene on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee. Chronicles the rise of soul music, the creation of many iconic songs, and the effect that the genre would have on generations to come. Featuring interviews with B.B. King, Isaac Hayes, Steve Copper, and many other legendary artists.

Sounds of Memphis (2002)

02/19/2002 (EN) • 1h

Music, Documentary

Winner of Best Documentary Feature at the 2003 Santa Monica Film Festival

Overview

A look into the birth of the soul music scene on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee. Chronicles the rise of soul music, the creation of many iconic songs, and the effect that the genre would have on generations to come. Featuring interviews with B.B. King, Isaac Hayes, Steve Copper, and many other legendary artists.

Top Billed Cast

James Alexander

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James Blackwood

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Willie Mitchell

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

memphis, tennessee

music history

soul music

music

beale street

bb king

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