Rockumentaries on Netflix
Last updated April 20, 2024
The Doors: Soundstage Performances
1969 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsCulled from three television appearances at the height of the Doors' career, this documentary includes 12 songs and interview footage of the band -- including Jim Morrison's interview shortly after the Miami concert at which he was arrested.
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Classic Albums: Lou Reed: Transformer
2001 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsAfter the demise of the Velvet Underground, Lou Reed branched out on his own and released "Transformer," an influential record of true 1970s sound. It spawned singles such as "Satellite of Love" and "Walk on the Wild Side."
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Frank Zappa: Apostrophe (')/Over-Nite Sensation
2007 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsThis compilation of interviews, performance clips and home movie footage sheds light on the creation of two Frank Zappa masterpieces from the early 1970s: "Over-Nite Sensation" and "Apostrophe (')."
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Big Star: Nothing Can Hurt Me
2012 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsPacked with archival footage and interviews, this absorbing documentary explores the history of Memphis rock band Big Star, which experienced commercial failure and critical acclaim, garnering a cult following and influencing artists such as REM.
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Classic Albums: Meat Loaf: Bat Out of Hell
1999 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsWhen Meat Loaf released "Bat out of Hell" in 1977, the album quickly became one of the highest grossing in history. This documentary uses interviews and concert footage to illustrate the making of the album.
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Joni Mitchell: Woman of Heart and Mind
2003 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsJoni Mitchell's career as a singer-songwriter and painter is extensively profiled in this in-depth documentary, which originally aired as part of the PBS American Masters series. Take a look at this prolific artist as she reflects on a career that spans decades and includes some of the most influential music of that era.
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Classic Albums: The Who: Who's Next
1999 | NR | 3.7 out of 5 StarsIn this documentary, Pete Townshend, Roger Daltrey and John Entwistle discuss the making of what many consider the Who's greatest testament to Townshend's songwriting talent: their classic album "Who's Next."
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Classic Albums: Phil Collins: Face Value
1999 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsWith his first solo album, "Face Value," former Genesis front man Phil Collins garnered international success and acclaim. This documentary examines the making of that album through interviews with Collins and the album's producers and engineers.
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Eminem AKA
2004 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsFollow Eminem's rise to fame in this documentary that recounts the groundbreaking rapper's early years growing up in Detroit, featuring interviews with family and friends, footage from an early rap battle and more.
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Fly Jefferson Airplane
2004 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsPsychedelic rock meets the television airwaves in this collection of Jefferson Airplane's appearances on hippie-era variety shows including the "Smothers Brothers Comedy Hour," "Go Ride the Music" and the "Bell Telephone Hour."
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Straight Outta Puerto Rico
2008 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsTake an in-depth look at the increasingly popular reggaeton style of music by revisiting its reggae and Latin American soca roots in this documentary, which also explores Cuban music scene artists who are taking the genre by storm.
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Joan Baez: How Sweet the Sound
2009 | NR | 3.6 out of 5 StarsCelebrating the life and career of folk legend and activist Joan Baez, this documentary features a wealth of archival footage, recent performances and interviews with David Crosby, Jesse Jackson, Bob Dylan and others. Her performance at the Newport Folk Festival in Rhode Island and footage of her human rights activism highlight her public persona, while a candid chat with ex-husband David Harris offers a private glimpse into this American icon.
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Notorious BIG: Bigger Than Life
2007 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsHip-hop legend Notorious B.I.G., who helped put East Coast rap back on top in the 1990s before his much-publicized shooting death, is remembered by his closest friends, including Diddy, Method Man and Easy Mo Bee in this revealing documentary. Rare archival footage shows Biggie freestyling in Brooklyn, Biggie chilling at home, Biggie in an interview shortly before his death, as well as crime scene footage from the night of his murder.
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America: Live in Central Park
1979 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsAustralian filmmaker Peter Clifton captures the band America on the road, in the studio and on location at the height of their popularity in this 1979 documentary that combines behind-the-scenes action with authentic concert footage.
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Neil Young: Heart of Gold
2006 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsAcclaimed director Jonathan Demme turns his cameras on musician Neil Young in this intimate two-night concert featuring a soul-bearing set from Young's album "Prairie Wind" and filmed inside Nashville's landmark Ryman Auditorium.
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Cream: Classic Artists
2006 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsRock's first supergroup -- the 1960s British band Cream -- is the subject of this comprehensive documentary made with the full cooperation of the boys in the band: Eric Clapton, Ginger Baker and Jack Bruce. From the group's birth in 1966 to their sudden breakup in 1968 and their reunion more than 30 years later, this film tells Cream's story through interviews with band members and industry insiders, archival footage and live performances.
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The Art of 16 Bars
2005 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsAlthough it might be fun to listen to, freestyling is anything but easy. After all, it's an art form that takes skill, drive and razor-sharp reflexes -- and, usually, plenty of practice. In this all-star documentary, some of the most talented MCs in the business (including KRS-One, MC Lyte, Jay-Z and Kanye West) reveal tips for success, from the basics of how to hold a mic and make a demo to performing live and getting signed.
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Good Ol' Freda
2013 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsFreda Kelly was just a shy Liverpudlian teenager when she was asked to work for a local band hoping to make it big: the Beatles. In Good Ol' Freda, the band's former secretary tells her personal stories for the first time in 50 years.
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The MC: Why We Do It
2004 | NR | 3.5 out of 5 StarsFilmmaker Peter Spirer documents the lives of some of hip-hop's most influential and talented MCs in this compelling film that not only examines their musical legacies, but also charts their rise to the top. Narrated by actor Mekhi Phifer and featuring appearances by master rappers and newcomers -- including LL Cool J, Rakim, KRS-One, Jay-Z, Kanye West and 50 Cent -- The MC digs deep to discover what motivates these artists to succeed.
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Alicia Keys: Diary of Alicia
2004 | NR | 3.4 out of 5 StarsThis behind-the-scenes documentary captures singer, songwriter and pianist Alicia Keys as she pours her heart, soul and raw talent into her second album, "The Diary of Alicia Keys," which reached No. 1 on Billboard's Top 200 chart.
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Nirvana: Teen Spirit: Interviews
2007 | NR | 3.4 out of 5 StarsThe moment the world heard the opening riffs of "Smells Like Teen Spirit," music would never be the same. This compelling program looks back on the creation of Nirvana's 1991 album "Nevermind" and the beginning of the legend that was Kurt Cobain. With rarely seen interviews, the documentary captures the band as they prepare to take the world by storm, launching grunge into the mainstream and reluctantly becoming the voice of a generation.
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Beef 2
2004 | NR | 3.4 out of 5 StarsBeef earned critical and popular success by exploring the history and evolution of verbal warfare in hip-hop. Now, Beef 2 captures the battles that often rage behind the scenes in the music business. The increasing popularity, profitability and commercialization of rap music has irrevocably changed the tradition of battling within the hip-hop culture. Features interviews with 50 Cent, Ice Cube, Cypress Hill, DMX, Sticky Fingaz and many more.
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Ghostride the Whip
2008 | NR | 3.4 out of 5 StarsMTV anchor and Oakland native Sway Calloway narrates this exciting documentary from producer Peter Spirer and director DJ Vlad exploring the hyphy movement, the hip-hop phenomenon that's taken over San Francisco's Bay Area. With interviews from Oakland-based artists such as E-40, Keak da Sneak and MC Hammer, this one-of-a-kind experience chronicles the origins of the movement as well as the careers of pioneers such as underground legend Mac Dre.
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F.E.D.S.
2003 | NR | 3.4 out of 5 StarsThis documentary attempts to track the history of hip-hop and rap music by starting at the source: the streets. Filmmakers interview denizens of Harlem and South Central Los Angeles, who know all too well that the musical genre is much more than just a record industry moneymaker; it's poetry that tells the truth about a hard-knocks life. Features performances by undiscovered musicians who can rhyme with the best of rappers.
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A Technicolor Dream
2008 | NR | 3.4 out of 5 StarsPink Floyd. Notting Hill. The UFO Club. The International Times. The people, places and happenings that defined the 1960s U.K. underground movement are revisited in this colorful trip back to yesteryear.
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