Movie: Sounds of Memphis

Top 10 Billed Cast

James Alexander
James Alexander

Self

Al Bell
Al Bell

Self

James Blackwood
James Blackwood

Self

Paul Burlison
Paul Burlison

Self

Steve Cropper
Steve Cropper

Self

Jim Dickinson
Jim Dickinson

Self

Isaac Hayes
Isaac Hayes

Self

B.B. King
B.B. King

Self

Willie Mitchell
Willie Mitchell

Self

Sam Moore
Sam Moore

Self

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    A look into the birth of the soul music scene on Beale Street in Memphis, Tennessee. Chronicles the rise of soul music, the creation of many iconic songs, and the effect that the genre would have on generations to come. Featuring interviews with B.B. King, Isaac Hayes, Steve Copper, and many other legendary artists.

  • Release Date

    2002-02-19

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    10

  • Rating:

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  • Tagline

    Winner of Best Documentary Feature at the 2003 Santa Monica Film Festival

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    English
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