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The new Little Richard documentary explores his foundational influence on rock 'n' roll

A new documentary digs into the life and legacy of Little Richard — an artist who many consider the architect of rock 'n' roll — and how being queer factored into his career.

Music critic Craig Seymour reviews Little Richard: I Am Everything

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In this Aug. 19, 2004, file photo, Little Richard performs at Westbury Music Fair in Westbury, N.Y. Little Richard was laid to rest at his alma mater in north Alabama, Wednesday, May 20, 2020.
In this Aug. 19, 2004, file photo, Little Richard performs at Westbury Music Fair in Westbury, N.Y. Little Richard was laid to rest at his alma mater in north Alabama, Wednesday, May 20, 2020. (Ed Betz/Associated Press)
10:36Craig Seymour on the new documentary, Little Richard: I Am Everything

Music critic Craig Seymour joins host Elamin Abdelmahmoud to talk about the new documentary Little Richard: I Am Everything and the role Black queerness played into his rise to fame as one of the architects of rock 'n' roll.

The film, directed by Emmy-winning film producer Lisa Cortés, digs into the life and legacy of the flamboyant artist, whose unique sound shaped the framework of the genre.

WATCH | Official trailer for Lisa Cortés' documentary Little Richard: I Am Everything:

You can listen to the full discussion from today's show on CBC Listen or on our podcast, Commotion with Elamin Abdelmahmoud, available wherever you get your podcasts.

Interview with Craig Seymour produced by Tyrone Callender.

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