Making a documentary about the subject of music has to be handled with care, as much of the magic that happens in music is lost, and we are left perhaps, with a disjointed account of events, and maybe an exchange of resentment between former band members and managers, which after a while become too draining to watch. However there are some great documentaries like the story of Motown, Standing in The Shadows of Motown which helped the label’s backing band The Funk Brothers get the recognition and respect they have deserved after all those in the years in the wilderness. Woodstock is a great rock and roll documentary, as it captures the free love culture and music with passion and care, and acts as a great homage to the past.

Behind each act is a record label, and the story of the label is always a fascinating one. Be it Sun Records to Factory Records, what goes on behind the scenes makes mesmerizing viewing as well archive footage of the artists. It is usually a story of rag to riches, defying all odds, conquering the world and making great music, as this is certainly the case with Creation Records. Founded in 1983 by Joe Foster, Dick Green and Alan McGee, Creation moved from being a small indie label in the UK to a major player right up to it’s demise in 2000. During their seventeen years, Creation Records gave the world bands like Primal Scream, My Bloody Valentine, Oasis and many more. With a documentary about Creation Records about to be released by the end of the year, Alan McGee gave ZANI his insight about the film and Creation Records.

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Source | Zani.co.uk