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.
Seven Ages of Rock (Season 1)
The Birth of Rock 0.0
Air date: 2007-05-19
Runtime: 64 min
Overview: The story of the rock revolution of the 1960s, as seen through the life and music of Jimi Hendrix.
White Light, White Heat 0.0
Air date: 2007-05-26
Runtime: 64 min
Overview: Exploring rock's theatrical years, as music tried to be taken seriously as an art form.
Blank Generation 0.0
Air date: 2007-06-02
Runtime: 64 min
Overview: It's 1975, and rock gets shock treatment on both sides of the Atlantic from punk.
Never Say Die 0.0
Air date: 2007-06-09
Runtime: 64 min
Overview: Looking at how heavy metal emerged in the 1960s from Birmingham.
We Are the Champions 0.0
Air date: 2007-06-16
Runtime: 64 min
Overview: In the early 1970s, rock moved out of the festivals and clubs and into the stadiums.
Left of the Dial 0.0
Air date: 2007-06-23
Runtime: 64 min
Overview: The contrasting fates of two of America's biggest bands, R.E.M. and Nirvana.
What the World is Waiting For: Indie Rock 0.0
Air date: 2007-06-30
Runtime: 64 min
Overview: The journey through the history of rock climaxes with a focus on British indie music.
Seasons
Episodes 7