Chronicling the Harlem Renaissance era, this retrospective documentary tracks the origins of the soulful music of the period, along with the challenges many of the genre's artists faced when trying to gain recognition within conventional society. Included are anecdotes from musicians and historians, plus footage of performances and interviews with Cab Calloway, Duke Ellington, Count Basie and more.
The Mills Brothers perform "Caravan" with a variety of dancers with cutting-edge moves of their time.
A 10-minute short edited from 1937's Sing as You Swing.
