Before the Music Dies
B4MD tells the story of American music at this precarious moment. Filmakers Andrew Shapter and Joel Rasmussen traveled the country, hoping to understand why mainstream music seems so packaged and repetitive, and whether corporations really had the power to silence musical innovation. The answers they found on this journey are what makes B4MD both riveting and exciting.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Before the Music Dies
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 2006-11-02
- Runtime: 95 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (4 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies:
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.26
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Elvis Costello
as Self - Musician
Les Paul
as Self - Musician
Erykah Badu
as Self - Musician
Bonnie Raitt
as Self - Musician
Branford Marsalis
as Self - Musician
Eric Clapton
as Self - Musician
Dave Matthews
as Self - Musician
Questlove
as Self - Musician: The Roots (as Questlove)
Forest Whitaker
as Self - Narrator (voice)
Trailers & Clips
Before the Music Dies - Trailer
Keywords
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Before the Music Dies?▼
Before the Music Dies is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 2006-11-02.
Who are the main actors in Before the Music Dies?▼
The main cast includes Elvis Costello, Les Paul, Erykah Badu, Bonnie Raitt, Branford Marsalis, .
Where can I watch Before the Music Dies online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Before the Music Dies is available.
Is Before the Music Dies based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of Before the Music Dies?▼
Before the Music Dies has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 4 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Before the Music Dies?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Before the Music Dies?▼
The soundtrack was composed by . You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Before the Music Dies filmed?▼
Before the Music Dies was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Before the Music Dies?▼
The total runtime of Before the Music Dies is 95 minutes.
Is Before the Music Dies suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Before the Music Dies?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Before the Music Dies.
Does Before the Music Dies have a post-credit scene?▼
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