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Left of the Dial: American Alternative Rock

Alternative Rock: 1980 - 1994 The rise of alternative rock in the USA. From its early underground days where bands like Black Flag drew inspiration from the DIY ethos of punk, Left Of The Dial traces the history of the network of fans, clubs and fanzines that sustained the scene and launched the careers of bands like REM, The Pixies and Hüsker Dü. The film takes a fresh look at the explosion of the Seattle scene, culminating in the success of Nirvana's 'Nevermind' and the tragic loss of Kurt Cobain, an artist whose triumph and tragedy continues to cast an inescapable shadow.

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  • Originally Aired June 23, 2007
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-Y
  • Network BBC
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Name Type Role
Michael Poole Writer
William Naylor Director