This seven-minute reel gives a sense of the feel, sound and themes of the feature-length documentary currently in production for a national television network. The documentary portrays the gritty world encountered by musicians and bands as they begin their quest for recognition and, hopefully, success. It delves into the backstory of the musicians' lives: exploring their hopes and dreams; depicting their hard work and sacrifices; examining how they manage setbacks and defeat; sharing in the joy of their successes. This is not the artificial glamour of “American Idol”; this is the real deal. Perhaps somewhat more dramatic, these are nonetheless stories that resonate deeply with the struggles and successes we all experience in life.