Rhythm Nation
When the music stops, the real story begins
documentary
tv_series
€3,200,000
4 episodes x 60 minutes
Project Description
This documentary series explores the underground electronic music scenes that transformed cities and created cultural revolutions. Each episode focuses on a different city's definitive era: Detroit techno (1985-1992), Berlin's post-Wall club culture (1990-1996), London's drum and bass revolution (1994-1998), and Tokyo's experimental electronic movement (1997-2003). Through intimate interviews with DJs, producers, club owners, and scene regulars, alongside meticulously restored archival footage, we trace how music created in basements and warehouses shaped global culture and responded to specific social and political environments. The series examines how these movements created communities for marginalized groups and how they've evolved in the digital age.
Creative Vision
Rather than a nostalgia piece, this series will draw clear connections between past innovations and current musical landscapes. Visually, we'll blend newly shot interviews with carefully sourced archival material, creating immersive recreations where footage is lacking. Original electronic scores will be commissioned from key artists from each scene. The editing will be rhythmic and dynamic, echoing the musical styles being discussed without becoming disorienting.
Project Details
- Target Audience: Adults 25-55 interested in music history, cultural movements, and urban life
- Potential Locations: Detroit, Berlin, London, Tokyo + additional studio interviews
- Created: April 21, 2025
- Status: Published
Creator Information
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Additional Information
Key interviews: 12-15 major artists from each scene (48-60 total)
Archival research: extensive licensing of rare footage
Original music: commissioned transition pieces from legendary producers
Graphics package: dynamic visualization of musical evolution and influence
Archival research: extensive licensing of rare footage
Original music: commissioned transition pieces from legendary producers
Graphics package: dynamic visualization of musical evolution and influence
Strong interest from music documentaries on streaming platforms like Netflix's Hip-Hop Evolution and BBC's Dance Electric. Festival potential at SXSW, Hot Docs, and CPH:DOX. Additional revenue streams through soundtrack release and educational licensing. Particularly strong in European and Japanese markets with electronic music heritage.
Research & development: 4 months
Principal interviews: 8 months across all locations
Archival research & licensing: 6 months (concurrent)
Post-production: 6 months
Festival premiere: Spring 2026
Streaming release: Summer 2026
Principal interviews: 8 months across all locations
Archival research & licensing: 6 months (concurrent)
Post-production: 6 months
Festival premiere: Spring 2026
Streaming release: Summer 2026
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