The History of Rock 'n' Roll Up from the Underground (Season 1, Episode 10)
TV Episode | 60 min | Documentary, History, Music

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The History of Rock 'n' Roll

Up from the Underground (Season 1, Episode 10)

TV Episode | 60 min | Documentary, History, Music

In the 1980s and 90s, rock n' roll influences new genres of music such as Hip Hop, New Wave, and Grunge. Music videos also have an impact.

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Allyson C. Johnson

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Updated May 8, 1995

Release date

May 8, 1995 (United States)

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45 cast members

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