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Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll
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Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll(2010)

6.5
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115Minutes

Sex & Drugs & Rock & Roll is a biographical drama film that tells the story of a punk-rock musician, Johnny, who faces numerous challenges including polio, drug addiction, and the dark side of fame. Johnny's journey takes him through a tumultuous life filled with alcoholism, hallucinations, and the complexities of his strained relationship with his father. The film explores the themes of addiction, perseverance, and the price of fame.

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Dire Straits: Alchemy Live
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Dire Straits: Alchemy Live(1984)

8.7
95Minutes

Dire Straits: Alchemy Live (1984) is a breathtaking live concert film capturing the raw energy and extraordinary talent of the legendary rock band, Dire Straits. Filmed at the historic Hammersmith Odeon in London, this extraordinary performance takes viewers on an unforgettable musical journey filled with blues-rock, roots-rock, and captivating live performances.

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Concerts for the People of Kampuchea
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Concerts for the People of Kampuchea(1983)

8.1
NR
90Minutes

Concerts for the People of Kampuchea is a music documentary featuring performances by rock bands and musicians to raise funds for the people of Cambodia. The film showcases the powerful performances and the spirit of the rock-n-roll genre.

The Complete Jam
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The Complete Jam(2003)

344Minutes

The Complete Jam serves up a staggering 49 performances, divided between 16 promotional videos (previously available on the |Video Snap VHS collection), a seven-song excerpt from a 1980 live show, and a staggering 26 more drawn from the best of the band's television performances, ranging from their U.K. debut on Marc Bolan's fondly remembered Marc through to their nine-song farewell performance on The Tube. A couple of entertaining interviews, a photo gallery, and a short (and, sadly, very poorly narrated) documentary on the band's history complete the portrait.

If It Ain't Stiff: The Stiff Records Story
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If It Ain't Stiff: The Stiff Records Story(2007)

7.6
90Minutes

If It Ain't Stiff: The Stiff Records Story is a documentary film that explores the history and impact of Stiff Records, a legendary independent record label based in the United Kingdom. The film delves into the punk rock and indie rock movements, highlighting the unique contributions of Stiff Records and its roster of influential artists. It also examines the role of record producers and the challenges and triumphs faced by the record label in the competitive music business. With a focus on the pub rock scene and the emergence of punk rock, the film tells the fascinating tale of Stiff Records and its significant influence on the music industry.

This DVD is full of promo clips from the Chas & Dave musical canon and is included the 9-disc Box Set.

If It Ain't Stiff, It Ain't Worth a Fuck
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If It Ain't Stiff, It Ain't Worth a Fuck(1977)

6.5
51Minutes

Legendary documentary of the 1977 package tour arranged by David Robinson and Andrew Jakeman ("Kake Riviera") after they founded Stiff Records in London, England for five of their artists, and the bands that they concocted for the tour.

Slade: It's Slade
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Slade: It's Slade(1999)

7.6
49Minutes

Slade: It's Slade is a documentary film that chronicles the rise and success of the British rock band Slade. It explores their unique sound, the impact they had on the music industry, and their journey to stardom. The film delves into the band's origins, their rise to fame, and their enduring legacy.

Dr. Feelgood are considered both the pioneers of the 70s punk wave as well as the epitome of the so-called pub rock, the antithesis to the stadium rock. And yet the band was so much more.This DVD contains 23 great Dr. Feelgood tunes, featuring Wilko Johnson, spanning 1974-1977. Seminal, crucial and 100% Rock & Roll.

In 1985, Dire Straits embarked on a world tour of unprecedented proportions. Promoting their hit album Brothers in Arms, the tour included a thirteen-night residence at Wembley Arena (featuring Eric Clapton helping out) and a brief jaunt at Live Aid (featuring Sting), before winding up in Australia in the Spring of 86. They ended with a 21-night stand at Sydney's Entertainment Center, packing the place every night, and wrapping it all up with one final show on April 26th. Featuring the one-off calypso version of "So Far Away" and an impromtu version of the Australian folk anthem "Walktzing Matilda" (with the whole stadium providing the vocals), it is truly a show for the ages. This show represents a band at their very finest, a band that has perfected the art of transitioning from structured verse/chorus parts to solos and back, bringing the audience along on an emotional and gorgeous journey for each and every song.

Danny fulfilled his great ambition to play and record in his native Cincinnati's King Records studio. On this unique video, he illegally enters the derelict King building in order to commune with the spirits of the great King Records artists from the past -- and, in so doing, becomes the last musician to ever record at the original studio on Brewster Avenue in Cincinnati's Evanston neighborhood. Video ncludes tracks written by Danny and others that were inspired by his King heroes such as "Cincinnati' Fatback"

Nick Lowe: AVO Session
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Nick Lowe: AVO Session(2012)

40Minutes

Nick Lowe is a pivotal figure in UK pub rock, punk rock and new wave, Lowe has recorded a string of well-reviewed solo albums. He is best known for his songs "Cruel to Be Kind" (a US Top 40 single), and "I Love the Sound of Breaking Glass" (a top 10 UK hit), as well as his production work with Elvis Costello, Graham Parker and others. Lowe also wrote "(What's So Funny 'Bout) Peace, Love, and Understanding", a hit for Costello.

At last! The legendary Rockpalast-concerts of Graham Parker remastered on 2 DVDs! Graham Parker has hold onto his reputation as one of the most important singer-songwriters for more than 30 years. Together with The Rumour , Graham Parker gave two shows at the Rockpalast. The second appearance at Grugahalle, Esssen was in 1980, where Parker opened the 7th legendary Rockpalast-Night. This time Nicky Hopkins sat in at the piano (famous for his works with The Beatles and Rolling Stones). A historical event!

Basically, Johnny Moped
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Basically, Johnny Moped(2013)

7.3
77Minutes

A funny and often moving account of one of UK music's great lost treasures. Formed in 1974 by a group of school friends from Croydon, Johnny Moped were the band fronted by, and named after, the enigmatic Paul Halford aka Johnny Moped. By 1977 the group found themselves at the heart of the burgeoning punk scene in London and for a brief moment even looked like contenders. Despite being able to count both Chrissie Hynde and Captain Sensible as past members, success was not to come their way and Johnny Moped are now largely forgotten, punk rock's great lost band. Their story is however a fascinating one that, along with some of the era's most innovative music deserves to be heard.

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Rockpile plays for a Danish Television audience in 1979. Tracks: 1.DOWN,DOWN,DOWN 2.I KNEW THE BRIDE 3.DEBORAH 4.LET IT ROCK 5.HERE COMES THE WEEKEND 6.LOVE SO FINE 7.PROMISED LAND 8.THEY CALLED IT ROCK 9.JU JU MAN 10.HEART OF THE CITY

Dave Edmunds --"The Welsh Wizard" - leads his crack band through rocking selections from throughout his storied career. Recorded live at the Capitol Theater in Passaic, New Jersey. Tracks include: "Crawling From The Wreckage", "Fine, Fine, Fine", "I Hear You Knocking" and more.

Rod Stewart & Faces : The Final Concert
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Rod Stewart & Faces : The Final Concert(1977)

5.7
71Minutes

Recorded at London's Kilburn State Theater, Rod Stewart takes the stage along with guitarist Ron Wood, drummer Kenney Jones and the rest of the Faces for this electric farewell concert. In this classic live performance, the Faces are joined by the Rolling Stones' Keith Richards -- and their unique pub sound is complimented with a full-string orchestra. A set list of memorable hits includes "You Can Make Me Dance, Sing or Anything" and "Sweet Little Rock and Roller."

Punk Britannia at the BBC
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Punk Britannia at the BBC(2012)

90Minutes

An archive celebration of studio performances from the British bands that broke through courtesy of punk between 1975 and 1982. Starting with Dr Feelgood and Eddie and the Hot Rods and culminating in Gang of Four, with performances from Top of the Pops, The Old Grey Whistle Test, Something Else and other shows by The Sex Pistols, The Clash, The Buzzcocks, The Damned, Joy Division, Siouxsie and the Banshees and many more. Hey ho, let's go!

Rockpile: Live at Rockpalast
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Rockpile: Live at Rockpalast(1980)

60Minutes

Rockpile recorded their installment of the German TV show Rockpalast in January 1980, a few months before the appearance of their lone LP, Seconds of Pleasure, but at that point, the quartet were a fixture on the new wave scene, touring constantly and appearing on solo LPs by their co-leaders Dave Edmunds and Nick Lowe. All this is a roundabout way of saying that Rockpile wasn't hurting for material: they drew heavily upon Edmunds' solo records in particular -- 13 of the songs on this 17-song setlist appeared on one of Dave's LPs -- interspersing a few rock & roll oldies along with songs from Nick, plus a showcase for Billy Bremner

Discover a curated collection of movies and TV shows that showcase the raw energy and rebellious spirit of "Pub rock". From gritty performances in smoky pubs to the infectious sounds of bands breaking into the scene, these productions capture the essence of this influential musical movement. Get ready to immerse yourself in the world of "Pub rock" through these captivating visual experiences.

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