Atlantic Records: The House That Ahmet Built
Synopsis
This American Masters episode showcases the wonderful influence of Ahmet Ertegun, the founder of Atlantic Records. Since the label's founding in 1947, some of the most popular Rhythm and Blues and Rock 'n' Roll artists have worked for Atlantic. Among them: first artist Ruth Brown, Big Joe Turner, Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, The Coasters, Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, Phil Collins and many more. Also covered are many of the Atlantic crew like engineer Tom Dowd, producer Jerry Wexler, and songwriters Mike Lieber and Jerry Stoller.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
May 2, 2007
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Susan Steinberg
- Screenplay & Story
- Susan Steinberg
- Original Title
- Atlantic Records: The House That Ahmet Built
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Susan Steinberg
Susan Steinberg
Department Leadership Roster
Susan Steinberg
Director
Susan Steinberg
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What is Atlantic Records: The House That Ahmet Built about?
This American Masters episode showcases the wonderful influence of Ahmet Ertegun, the founder of Atlantic Records. Since the label's founding in 1947, some of the most popular Rhythm and Blues and Rock 'n' Roll artists have worked for Atlantic. Among them: first artist Ruth Brown, Big Joe Turner, Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, The Coasters, Aretha Franklin, The Rolling Stones, Phil Collins and many more. Also covered are many of the Atlantic crew like engineer Tom Dowd, producer Jerry Wexler, and songwriters Mike Lieber and Jerry Stoller.
Who directed Atlantic Records: The House That Ahmet Built?
Atlantic Records: The House That Ahmet Built was directed by Susan Steinberg.
Who stars in Atlantic Records: The House That Ahmet Built?
The principal cast of Atlantic Records: The House That Ahmet Built includes Bette Midler, Ahmet Ertegün, Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding.
When was Atlantic Records: The House That Ahmet Built released and how long is it?
Atlantic Records: The House That Ahmet Built was released in 2007 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.