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In Their Own Words

Chuck Berry and Johnnie Johnson

See how Chuck Berry first started out playing gigs with legendary pianist Johnnie Johnson.

Aired 07/27/2021 | Rating TV-PG

In Their Own Words

Chuck Berry and Johnnie Johnson

Clip: Season 2 Episode 2 | 4m 2sVideo has Closed Captions

See how Chuck Berry first started out playing gigs with legendary pianist Johnnie Johnson.

See how Chuck Berry builds up recognition after performing with revered pianist Johnnie Johnson and his band in the Cosmopolitan Club. Chuck's charisma and growing presence, however, will soon lead to a changing dynamic within the group.

Aired 07/27/2021 | Rating TV-PG

Episode 2 Preview | Chuck Berry

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Meet the legend, music, and man who is regularly credited as the father of rock and roll. (30s)

Economic Exploitation in the Industry

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Chuck Berry takes on the music industry's economic exploitation of Black artists. (4m 37s)

Road to Redemption

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Chuck Berry and Keith Richards partner up for the documentary "Hail! Hail! Rock 'n' Roll." (3m 53s)

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