Movies like It Must Schwing: The Blue Note Story (2018)

Name: Movies Similar to It Must Schwing: The Blue Note Story (2018)
Director: Eric Friedler
Genre: Animation, Documentary, History, Music
Released: 2018-07-02
Duration: 115 Min
Rating: 7.7
Cast: Herbie Hancock, Quincy Jones, Sonny Rollins

It Must Schwing: The Blue Note Story (2018)

Germany115Min

7.7 ( 233 Votes )

It Must Schwing: The Blue Note Story is a documentary film that tells the captivating story of Blue Note Records, the legendary jazz label that played a pivotal role in redefining the genre. This film explores the history and impact of Blue Note Records, from its humble beginnings to its rise as a vanguard of jazz music. Focusing on the partnership between two German Jewish refugees, Alfred Lion and Francis Wolff, who founded the label in New York City in 1939, the documentary showcases their passion for jazz and their commitment to highlighting the raw talent of black artists during a time of racial segregation and prejudice. Through archival footage, interviews with musicians, and rare audio recordings, It Must Schwing captures the essence of Blue Note Records' innovative spirit and its lasting influence on the world of music.