Summary: This is the story of Alan Freed. He was working as a DJ when he discovered Rhytym & Blues, however, the music is considered to be "BLACK" music. So, most radio stations won't play it. However, Freed believed that it's the next wave, so he fights to have it played on the air. Eventually, he went into the big time - New York, and he decided to dub this music "ROCK & ROLL". Despite his success, he still had a lot of opposition and made deals with the wrong people, which would lead to his downfall. (imdb)

AKA: Mr. Rock and Roll

Genre: Drama

Country: USA

Directed By: Andy Wolk

Written By: Matt Dorff, John A. Jackson

Starring: Leon, Judd Nelson, Daniel Kash, Fabian, Mädchen Amick, David Gianopoulos, Bobby Rydell, Paula Abdul, James C. Victor, Walter Franks, Joe W. Davis, Michael Dunston

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