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Pub. Date
[2016]
Description
A television movie event based on the inspiring true story of living legend Dolly Parton's remarkable upbringing in rural Tennessee. This once-in-a-lifetime special takes place inside the tight-knit Parton family as they struggle to overcome devastating tragedy and discover the healing power of love, faith and a raggedy patchwork coat, vividly described in the well-known song of the film's title that helped make Parton who she is today. Set in the...
Description
America can't seem to get enough of the wildly popular television singing contest American Dreamz, which stars a self-aggrandizing and self-loathing host who is ever on the lookout for the next insta-celebrity. His latest crop of hopefuls includes a conniving steel magnolia with a devoted, dopey veteran boyfriend and a recent immigrant who just happens to be a bumbling, show tune singing, would-be terrorist awaiting activation. When both make it to...
Series
Pub. Date
[2009]
Description
When Hannah Montana shows signs of forgetting her roots as Miley Stewart, her father Robbie Ray puts his foot down. Miley has always strived to live a relatively normal teenage life, but when late stage entrances, exclusive shopping trips that end in brawling catfights, and ditching friends and family in favor of Hannah appearances become commonplace, Robbie Ray gives her a dose of hometown reality at her grandma's in Crowley Corners, Tenn.
7) Crazy heart
Pub. Date
[2010]
Description
The powerful story of a country music star's rocky road to redemption. Bad Blake is a boozy, broken-down singer who reaches for salvation with the help of Jean, a journalist who discovers the real man behind the music. But will Bad's hard-livin' ways and crazy heart cost him his last chance at a comeback? Bonus features included.
10) Bessie
Description
Bessie Smith's transformation from a struggling young singer into 'The Empress of the Blues', who became one of the most successful recording artists of the 1920s and is an enduring icon today.
11) Dreamgirls
Description
Three young women, Deena Jones, Effie White and Lorrell Robinson desire to become pop stars. They get their wish when they are picked to be backup singers for the legendary James "Thunder" Early. When they are set free for leads, Curtis Taylor and Effie's brother C.C. decide that Deena should be the lead singer, which upsets Effie. The girls discover exactly what it takes to be in the music business and what they must give up to realize their dreams....
13) Nina
Pub. Date
2016
Description
Singer-songwriter and civil rights activist, Nina Simone appeared to have it all. Her struggle to balance music, family and politics ended up leaving her alone and in terrible debt. That is, until she met Clifton Henderson, who helped the high priestess of soul rediscover meaning in her life and her music.
Author
Description
Iris Cooper has been singing ever since she can remember, hitting the high notes like no one else. When she is twelve, her father convinces the owner of a bar in Lake City, Texas, to let her perform, and she stuns the audience. In the ensuing years, never staying anywhere for long, father and daughter move from one dusty town to the next, her passion for music growing every time she takes the mike in another roadhouse. But it is not an easy life for...
Pub. Date
2010.
Description
Mitchie, Shane, Jason, Nate, and their friends return to Camp Rock for another fun-filled summer. They soon learn that Star Camp has also opened on the lake and has lured many Camp Rock instructors and campers away. When hotshot performer Luke Williams issues a challenge to see which camp has the greatest musical talent, everyone prepares for an all-out battle of the bands. The only catch is, the losing camp will close for good!
Series
Nationa Geographic volume Season 3
Pub. Date
[2021]
Description
An Emmy-winning anthology series that dramatizes the fascinating stories of the world's most brilliant innovators, exploring their extraordinary achievements along with their volatile, passionate and complex personal relationships. The third season will explore Aretha Franklin's musical genius and incomparable career, as well as the immeasurable impact and lasting influence she has had on music and culture around the world. Grammy Award winner Franklin...
Pub. Date
[2008]
Description
Meeting the totally rockin' Jonas Brothers is awesome. That is until Hannah learns that they would rather hang out with Robbie Ray. Miley's dad goes on a date with Lilly's mom, but will sisterhood ruin the best friends friendship? Jake comes back to town and gets friendly with Mikayla, Hannah's archrival. The Stewart family gets feisty over an old fued. Join Hannah and her family and friends for laughs, (mis)adventures and music.
19) Jailhouse rock
Pub. Date
[1957]
Description
Vince Everett is serving a one-year jail sentence for manslaughter. While in the big house, his cellmate, a former country singer, introduces him to the record business. Vince takes to it so well that he decides to become a singer when he gets out. However, he is quickly disillusioned by the record business. But with the help of a new friend, he decides to form his own label, and soon he becomes an overnight sensation. As he becomes a superstar, his...
Pub. Date
[2009]
Description
Miley Stewart leads a completely normal life, except for one factor. She's teen pop sensation Hannah Montana. She lives with her dad Robbie Ray and brother Jackson. She has fun with her two best friends Lilly Truscott and Oliver Oken. She goes through average teen problems and lands in the spotlight again and again. But through it all, she learns that what's most important is to be yourself.