American Roots Music

2001 | 1 seasons | 4 episodes | 4.2 ★ (2)

American Roots Music
  • Overview

    Travel back through the 20th century to explore the roots of American music and discover the pioneers of the musical forms that combined on American soil to become the most pervasive music throughout the world.

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  • First Air Date

    29 October 2001

  • Last Air Date

    19 November 2001

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