Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga
Nov 12, 2010 · 1h
Director
James MaycockOverview
Chicago's Chess Records was one of the greatest labels of the post-war era, ranking alongside other mighty independents like Atlantic, Stax and Sun. From 1950 till its demise at the end of the 60s, Chess released a myriad of electric blues, rock 'n' roll and soul classics that helped change the landscape of black and white popular music. Chess was the label that gave the world such sonic adventurers as Chuck Berry, Muddy Waters, Bo Diddley, Howlin' Wolf and Etta James. In this BBC 4 documentary to mark the label's 60th anniversary, the likes of Jimmy Page, Mick Hucknall, Public Enemy's Chuck D, Paul Jones and Little Steven, as well as those attached to the label such as founder's son Marshall Chess, pay tribute to its extraordinary music and influence.
Cast of Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga
Crew of Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga
About Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga
What is Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga about?
Chicago's Chess Records was one of the greatest labels of the post-war era, ranking alongside other mighty independents like Atlantic, Stax and Sun. From 1950 till its demise at the end of the 60s, Chess released a myriad of electric blues, rock 'n' roll and soul classics that helped change the landscape of black and white popular music. Chess was the label that gave the world such sonic…
When was Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga released?
Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga was released on November 12, 2010.
How long is Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga?
Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga runs 1 hour (60 minutes).
Who directed Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga?
Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga was directed by James Maycock.
Who is in the cast of Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga?
The cast of Roll over Beethoven: The Chess Records Saga includes Lynne Seymour (Narrator), Naphtalia Loderick, Maurice Tompkins, Elis Williams and Osian Williams-Huw.