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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

The War on Disco

51m 27s

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

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    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.

  • Where did disco come from?: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    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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