Basically Frightened: The Musical Madness of Colonel Bruce Hampton

Overview

Why is it that Billy Bob Thornton, Dave Matthews, Peter Buck, Derek Trucks, Phish, Widespread Panic, and Blues Traveler are all huge fans of Colonel Bruce Hampton, but you've never heard of him? Bruce began his career with an unprecedented six figure record deal in 1970. The Hampton Grease Band's first album went on to be the worst selling album in the history of Columbia Records. He made a brave decision and continued his musical career, devoting himself to creating pure art rather than attempt any commercial success. The result has been an amazing, influential 50 year catalog of music and philosophy. Dubbed the father of the Jam Band music scene, he is a guru to many a celeb. Why is he still a secret?

Details

Status

Released

Release date

March 30, 2012

Original language

English

Spoken languages

English

Countries

United States of America

Cast

Jimmy Buffett,Warren Haynes,Mike Gordon,Jimmy Herring,Bruce Hampton,Billy Bob Thornton,Peter Buck,Oteil Burbridge,Chuck Leavell,Dave Matthewsand 5 more

Director

Tom Lawson

Writer

Kathy West,Michael Koepenick

Budget

Not recorded

Revenue

Not recorded

Homepage

Official site

IMDb

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