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 expanded like never before.
Release date
May 21, 2021
Production Companies
Universal Music Group’s (UMG) Mercury Studios in association with On The Corner Films
Cast & Crew
Directors: Asif Kapadia, Danielle Peck, James Rogan
Executive Producers: Chris King, Adam Barker, James Gay-Rees
EPISODE 8
Starman
With reggae and synthesizers on the rise, a range of artists—from Iggy Pop and Lou Reed to Alice Cooper—inspire a creative triumph.
Premiere Date: May 21, 2021
EPISODE 7
Respect
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.
Premiere Date: May 21, 2021
EPISODE 6
Exile
Drugs, drink, and debauchery reach a devastating peak—yet Sly Stone, The Rolling Stones, and Jim Morrison produce some of their best music.
Premiere Date: May 21, 2021
EPISODE 5
The Revolution Will Not Be Televised
America is convulsed by deep racial unrest. Curtis Mayfield, The Last Poets, and Gil Scott-Heron write about a revolution that feels imminent.
Premiere Date: May 21, 2021
EPISODE 4
Our Time Is Now
Carole King and Joni Mitchell smash sexist boundaries and record iconic albums. Elton John and Lou Reed explore queer music and culture.
Premiere Date: May 21, 2021
EPISODE 3
Changes
New sounds and styles emerge following The Beatles’ breakup, with Marc Bolan and Alice Cooper bringing glam to the world.
Premiere Date: May 21, 2021
EPISODE 2
End of the Acid Dream
Sly Stone, The Rolling Stones, and Jim Morrison retreat from the world—but there’s no escape from the growing epidemic of hard drugs.
Premiere Date: May 21, 2021
EPISODE 1
What’s Happening?
As the unrest of the ’60s evolves into a new decade, musicians like Marvin Gaye and John Lennon become the conscience of the culture.
Premiere Date: May 21, 2021