Ten-part documentary series in which each episode takes a look at how a different theme has shaped music from the popular genre of rock and roll. From excerpts of archive interviews to footage from memorable concerts, the show analyses how emotions such as pain and love have influenced generations of artists and songwriters. Musicians featured over the course of the series include contemporary artists such as John Legend and Regina Spektor, and legendary American stars Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash.

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