It Is Not My Music (1978): cast, story & where to watch

1978 · Film

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Released in 1978, It Is Not My Music is a documentary film directed by Urban Lasson, running about 58 minutes.

What it’s about. Moki and Don Cherry met in the mid-1960s and soon began collaborating closely. They made happenings, music, art, posters and record sleeves, they performed together, organised workshops and toured. The film merges the different worlds they lived in – countryside and city life, and the various disciplines that were interwoven in their artistic practices. Some scenes also feature Eagle-Eye Cherry as a little boy and Neneh Cherry in her teens. Other musicians from that time include Collin Walcott, Rashied Ali, James Blood Ulmer and Naná Vasconcelos. Urban Lasson also appears in the film.

Who’s in it. It Is Not My Music stars Don Cherry, Moki Cherry, Rashied Ali and James Blood Ulmer, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch It Is Not My Music page.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch It Is Not My Music (1978)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for It Is Not My Music change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in It Is Not My Music?
It Is Not My Music stars Don Cherry, Moki Cherry, Rashied Ali, James Blood Ulmer and Naná Vasconcelos.
When was It Is Not My Music released?
It Is Not My Music was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 58 minutes.