Pride and Joy: The Story of Alligator Records

Pride and Joy: The Story of Alligator Records

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Renowned music documentarian Robert Mugge explores the origins of the legendary blues imprint Alligator Records, tracing its roots in idealistic label boss Bruce Iglauer. Pointing his cameras at a March 1992 concert in Philadelphia held to celebrate Alligator’s 20th anniversary, Mugge weaves live performance footage from the likes of Elvin Bishop, Lonnie Brooks and Koko Taylor with eye-opening revelations from Iglauer on the joys and pitfalls of running an independent music label.