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Music

Moby Doc

Despite the unconventional, sometimes surreal visual flourishes, Moby’s bio still hews very closely to the Behind the Music trajectory.

Rockfield: The Studio on the Farm

A delightful romp through the history of British rock and roll, centered on a Welsh farm that was converted by two music loving brothers into a recording studio.

Truth to Power

If you are a fan of the band System of a Down, Truth to Power is essential. If you are into political activism, you will find a kindred spirit.

PJ Harvey: A Dog Called Money

The documentary chronicles the making of the 2016 album The Hope Six Demolition Project, which was based on the musician’s impressions of Kosovo, Afghanistan, and Washington, DC.

Crock of Gold: A Few Rounds with Shane MacGowan

The ornery, brilliant, and frequently drunk lead singer of the seminal Irish punk/folk/kitchen-sink band the Pogues takes the spotlight in this documentary.

Zappa

Even if you aren’t a fan of Frank Zappa and his music, this is still a portrait of an utterly fascinating man.

Jimmy Carter: Rock & Roll President

The deeply entertaining documentary looks back on how Jimmy Carter was, indeed, the first president to tap the rock and roll subculture.

Creem: America’s Only Rock ’n’ Roll Magazine

Do you like no-holds-barred rock and roll full of snarl, attitude, and working-class moxie? Than you need to see this documentary about the snarkiest, smartest rock magazine of the 1970s.

My Darling Vivian

A loving tribute to Johnny Cash’s first wife, Vivian Liberto, and a corrective to her portrayal in the 2005 film Walk the Line.