Musical Documentaries on Netflix

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I watched a couple of documentaries this weekend. I watched The Winding Stream first. It's all about the Carter Family and the very roots of Country music. I've always been aware of them, my parents were fans of country, bluegrass and a touch of hillbilly. I was raised on Jim Reeves, Eddy Arnold and Hank Williams. It was very interesting and beautifully made. Now I feel like I must take a road trip to visit The Carter Fold in Virginia where it's all still happening. That brings me to the second documentary. I lived near San Francisco and there was a strange set of musicians gathering there back in the 60's. Last night I watched a show about Janis Joplin. We were aware of her much earlier than the rest of the country. She wasn't my style. I didn't understand the screaming and screeching. I didn't get her or that style of music that was so popular locally. I still don't. It was a fascinating bio of her however. What a sad life that even fame couldn't erase. Who are your favorite musicians?