The War on Disco
The War on Disco explores the culture war that erupted over the rise of Disco music. The hostility came to a head on July 12, 1979, when a riot led by rock fans broke out at “Disco Demolition Night” during a baseball game in Chicago
Previews + Extras
From the Vault: Henri Belolo
S35 E9 - 2m 50s
French music producer Henri Belolo tells the origin story behind the iconic disco group the Village People.
Chapter 1 |The War on Disco
S35 E9 - 10m
Watch a preview of The War on Disco.
Teaser | The War on Disco
S35 E9 - 30s
Explore the culture war that erupted over the spectacular rise of disco music.
Where did disco come from?
S35 E9 - 3m 59s
Turns out disco music has a surprising heritage, starting all the way back in... France? Take a few minutes to learn What the History behind that toe-tapping sound.
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