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Sounds of Memphis (2002)

Sounds of Memphis (2002)

Music Documentary

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

Release Date: 2002, February 19
Directors: Jeff Scheftel, Allan Holzman
Production: Recording Academy Media Productions
Cast: Sam Phillips, Steve Cropper, James Alexander, Isaac Hayes, Ike Turner, B.B. King, Sam Moore, Al Bell, James Blackwood, Paul Burlison, Willie Mitchell, Calvin Newborn

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.

Keywords:

music music history memphis, tennessee soul music beale street bb king