THE TRUE MOTHER OF ROCK: Sister Rosetta Tharpe's untold story

Forget everything you thought you knew about Rock and Roll history. This is the incredible, untold story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, the pioneering electric guitarist who laid the groundwork for Elvis, Chuck Berry, and countless others, decades before they hit the stage.

Rosetta was the ultimate revolutionary: a Black female artist blending fiery Gospel music with raw, distorted electric guitar riffs in the 1930s and 40s. We dive deep into her controversial stage presence, her mastery of the instrument, and the profound, yet often erased, influence she had on early rock legends. Discover why she is rightfully hailed as the Godmother or Mother of Rock and Roll.

Did you know she played with distortion before it was cool? Watch now to learn the full history of the artist the Rock Hall of Fame finally honored!

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