The louder it gets,
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Backstage fights. Studio breakdowns. Generational anthems. AmpItUp is your front-row pass to the untold stories of music’s most magnetic figures—filmed, framed, and amplified.

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Global rhythm, local legends

From Tokyo jazz cellars to Kingston dancehalls, AmpItUp spans genres, geographies, and generations. Dive into cinematic stories where every scene pulses with music’s raw power.

The Fabulous Dorseys

1947 - Real-life big band legends Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey star as themselves in this lively biopic chronicling their rise from small-town musicians to swing-era superstars. Featuring musical numbers by the Dorsey Brothers Orchestra and guest appearances from Paul Whiteman and Art Tatum, The Fabulous Dorseys mixes family drama with unforgettable performances. It’s a nostalgic tribute to the golden age of swing, offering fans a rare chance to see the Dorseys bring their story to the screen.

Mock and Roll

2017 - Featuring the music of Foghat and Black Owls... Ohio parody band Liberty Mean is tapped out, clueless and struggling to raise the needed money to get to the South by Southwest Music Festival where their dreams can become reality. Unfortunately, bad decisions and absurd circumstances lead the band down a dark and stormy road in this frenetic caricature of rock and roll reverie.

Ballad in Blue

1964 - A blind boy finds hope and inspiration through music when he befriends legendary performer Ray Charles, playing himself in this heartfelt musical drama. With soulful performances and memorable songs, Ballad in Blue celebrates the healing power of friendship and music’s ability to transform lives.

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Every title on AmpItUp is selected by record collectors, festival programmers, and music critics who know the difference between noise and nuance. We stream music cinema with depth, not just decibels.

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We arrange the auditory archive so you can tune into exactly what hits. These aren’t just categories. They’re scenes waiting to be discovered.

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Studio Sessions Gone Off-Script

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This Month's
Spotlight:

Solos: The Jazz Sessions - Cyro Baptisto

Cyro Baptista is a Brazilian musician, teacher, and recording artist specializing in percussion in the genres of jazz and world music. Since arriving in the U.S. in 1980, Cyro Baptista has emerged as one of the premier percussionists in the country.Please enjoy the music of Cyro Baptista on SOLOS: the jazz sessions.

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