All Episodes of 1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything
Browse all episodes of 1971: The Year That Music Changed Everything
In a tumultuous era, 1971 was a year of musical innovation and rebirth fueled by the political and cultural upheaval of the time. Stars reached new heights, fresh talent exploded onto the scene, and boundaries
Season 1
8.2/10212 votesWhat's Happening?
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 5/21/2021
As the unrest of the ’60s evolves into a new decade, musicians like Marvin Gaye and John Lennon become the conscience of the culture.
Director: Asif Kapadia
Writer: Unknown
7.7/10165 votesEnd of the Acid Dream
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 5/21/2021
Sly Stone, The Rolling Stones, and Jim Morrison retreat from the world—but there's no escape from the growing epidemic of hard drugs.
Director: Asif Kapadia
Writer: Unknown
7.7/10135 votesThe Revolution Will Not Be Televised
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 5/21/2021
America is convulsed by deep racial unrest. Curtis Mayfield, The Last Poets, and Gil Scott-Heron write about a revolution that feels imminent.
Director: Asif Kapadia
Writer: Unknown
7.6/10114 votesRespect
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 5/21/2021
James Brown, Ike and Tina Turner, and the artists at Stax Records make music on their own terms despite working in an industry rife with racism.
Director: Asif Kapadia
Writer: Unknown
7.5/10135 votesOur Time Is Now
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 5/21/2021
Carole King and Joni Mitchell smash sexist boundaries and record iconic albums. Elton John and Lou Reed explore queer music and culture.
Director: Asif Kapadia
Writer: Unknown
7.5/10125 votesExile
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 5/21/2021
Drugs, drink, and debauchery reach a devastating peak—yet Sly Stone, The Rolling Stones, and Jim Morrison produce some of their best music.
Director: Asif Kapadia
Writer: Unknown
7.4/10106 votesStarman
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 5/21/2021
With reggae and synthesizers on the rise, a range of artists—from Iggy Pop and Lou Reed to Alice Cooper—inspire a creative triumph.
Director: Asif Kapadia
Writer: Unknown
7.3/10146 votesChanges
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 5/21/2021
New sounds and styles emerge following The Beatles' breakup, with Marc Bolan and Alice Cooper bringing glam to the world.
Director: Asif Kapadia
Writer: Unknown