Oscar-winning actor Morgan Freeman traces the ancestry and growth of American music through the 20th century and beyond. From the early fusion of gospel, rhythm & blues music and soul music, through to modern rock and rap, Freeman examines the influence and role of a breadth of artists, including Robert Johnson, Buddy Guy, Miles Davis, Louis Armstrong, Herbie Hancock, Aretha Franklin, Gladys Knight, The Supremes, Bob Dylan, James Brown, Otis Redding and BB King. Stunning live performances, rare archive footage, revealing interviews and Freeman's own love of music provide an engaging insight into American music and its far-reaching influence.

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• A Journey Through American Music: Blues Beginnings
• A Journey Through American Music: Travelling Blues
• A Journey Through American Music: Sounds of Jazz
• A Journey Through American Music: Free Jazz to Future Jazz
• A Journey Through American Music: Soul Stirrings
• A Journey Through American Music: Heart of Soul