1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything
A tumultuous era sparked a year of unprecedented musical innovation.
TV-MA2021•7.5/10
Documentary
Ratings
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7.5/10(30)
In a tumultuous era, 1971 was a year of musical innovation and rebirth fueled by the political and cultural upheaval of the time. Stars reached new heights, fresh talent exploded onto the scene, and boundaries expanded like never before.
Production
Mercury Studios, On the Corner Films, Cinetic Media
Language
EN
Status
Ended
First Aired
May 21, 2021
Last Aired
May 21, 2021
Networks
Apple TV
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Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.
Season
E1
What's Happening?
Air date: 2021-05-21
As the unrest of the ’60s evolves into a new decade, musicians like Marvin Gaye and John Lennon become the conscience of the culture.
E2
End of the Acid Dream
Air date: 2021-05-21
Sly Stone, The Rolling Stones, and Jim Morrison retreat from the world—but there's no escape from the growing epidemic of hard drugs.
E3
Changes
Air date: 2021-05-21
New sounds and styles emerge following The Beatles' breakup, with Marc Bolan and Alice Cooper bringing glam to the world.
E4
Our Time Is Now
Air date: 2021-05-21
Carole King and Joni Mitchell smash sexist boundaries and record iconic albums. Elton John and Lou Reed explore queer music and culture.
E5
The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
Air date: 2021-05-21
America is convulsed by deep racial unrest. Curtis Mayfield, The Last Poets, and Gil Scott-Heron write about a revolution that feels imminent.
E6
Exile
Air date: 2021-05-21
Drugs, drink, and debauchery reach a devastating peak—yet Sly Stone, The Rolling Stones, and Jim Morrison produce some of their best music.
E7
Respect
Air date: 2021-05-21
James Brown, Ike and Tina Turner, and the artists at Stax Records make music on their own terms despite working in an industry rife with racism.
E8
Starman
Air date: 2021-05-21
With reggae and synthesizers on the rise, a range of artists—from Iggy Pop and Lou Reed to Alice Cooper—inspire a creative triumph.
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