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6 Music StoriesThe Atlantic Records StoryEpisodes Available now

Pick Up the Pieces
Johnnie Walker hears how Roberta Flack got signed to Atlantic.

Blues Power
The story of the soul music label continues, featuring Eric Clapton and Jack Bruce.

The English Connection
Johnnie Walker looks at how Atlantic signed British acts such as the Rolling Stones.

Groovin'
Johnnie Walker explores how Atlantic began to pursue acts to emulate the British Invasion.

Respect
Johnnie Walker looks at how Aretha Franklin got signed by Atlantic Records.

Land of 1,000 Dances
Johnnie Walker features Solomon Burke, Wilson Pickett and Dusty Springfield.

Knock On Wood
Johnnie Walker looks at the work Atlantic did with Stax Records.

Giant Steps
Johnnie Walker continues the story with a look at the label's work with jazz artists.

Yakety Yak
Johnnie Walker looks at the increasing popularity of R&B and jazz.

Money Honey
Johnnie Walker tells the story of the Atlantic Records label.