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Vinyl

2016TV-MA1 season7.0 / 10

He didn't see the future. He heard it.

In 1970s New York, jaded record exec Richie Finestra tries to resurrect his failing label and fractured personal life while keeping his finger on the pulse of the city's new sound.

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Synopsis

In 1970s New York, jaded record exec Richie Finestra tries to resurrect his failing label and fractured personal life while keeping his finger on the pulse of the city's new sound.

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Episode 1

Pilot

Feb 14, 20161h 53m6.9 / 10

New York City, 1973. Together with his partners, Richie Finestra, president of American Century Records, is on the verge of selling his struggling company to German Polygram, in a deal that includes an impending distribution agreement with Led Zeppelin. But after a disastrous meeting, it's clear that the sale is in jeopardy.

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Directed by Martin ScorseseWritten by Mick Jagger, Martin Scorsese, Terence Winter, Rich Cohen, George MastrasGuest stars Andrew Dice Clay, Ian Hart, Susan Heyward, Emily Tremaine, Bo Dietl, Armen Garo, Ephraim Sykes, Mackenzie Meehan

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Episode 2

Yesterday Once More

Feb 21, 201656m6.6 / 10

With German Polygram executives in town to complete the deal for American Century, Richie delivers a bombshell that shocks the prospective buyers, as well as his partners, Zak Yankovich, ACR's head of promotions, and Skip Fontaine, head of sales. When the dust settles, the Germans storm out of the ACR offices, leaving Richie to face the ire of Zak, Skip and company attorney Scott Levitt.

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Directed by Allen CoulterWritten by Terence WinterGuest stars Susan Heyward, Emily Tremaine, Ephraim Sykes, Mackenzie Meehan, Griffin Newman, Frank van Putten, John Cameron Mitchell, Jay Klaitz

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Episode 3

Whispered Secrets

Feb 28, 201656m6.1 / 10

At a record producers' banquet honoring Maury Gold, Richie is embarrassed when the emcee, rival record exec Jackie Jervis, makes a joke about the failed German Polygram deal. Later, Maury and mob cohort Corrado Galasso pay a visit to American Century to probe a detective's recent inquiry, and Joe Corso drops by to pitch Richie a demo by his banquet date, Nora.

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Directed by Mark RomanekWritten by Debora Cahn, Adam Rapp, Jonathan TropperGuest stars Andrew Dice Clay, Susan Heyward, Emily Tremaine, Bo Dietl, Armen Garo, Ephraim Sykes, Mackenzie Meehan, Griffin Newman

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Episode 4

The Racket

Mar 6, 201654m6.9 / 10

Richie feels embarrassed at a record producers' banquet whilst a junior A&R rep attempts to court Alice Cooper.

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Directed by SJ ClarksonWritten by Debora CahnGuest stars Susan Heyward, Emily Tremaine, Ephraim Sykes, Mackenzie Meehan, Jay Klaitz, Ken Marino, Annie Parisse, Daniel J. Watts

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Episode 5

He in Racist Fire

Mar 13, 201650m6.2 / 10

Richie manages to get on the good side of a funk superstar. Skip attempts to get rid of some Donny Osmond records.

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Directed by Peter SollettWritten by Adam RappGuest stars Susan Heyward, Emily Tremaine, Ephraim Sykes, Mackenzie Meehan, Jay Klaitz, Lena Olin, Ken Marino, Annie Parisse

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Episode 6

Cyclone

Mar 20, 201654m6.5 / 10

Devon retreats to safety among old friends at the Chelsea Hotel as Richie continues to descend into a lifestyle of debauchery.

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Directed by Nicole KassellGuest stars Susan Heyward, Emily Tremaine, Mackenzie Meehan, Griffin Newman, John Cameron Mitchell, Jay Klaitz, Leslie Kritzer, Orli Hersch

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Episode 7

The King and I

Mar 27, 201657m7.8 / 10

Richie and Zak travel to Las Vegas with a plan to woo Elvis Presley and convince him to sign a contract with American Century.

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Directed by Allen CoulterGuest stars Susan Heyward, Emily Tremaine, Bo Dietl, Armen Garo, Ephraim Sykes, Mackenzie Meehan, Griffin Newman, Lena Olin

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Episode 8

E.A.B.

Apr 3, 201654m7.6 / 10

Richie reaches out to Galasso for a loan when he's desperate for cash. Lester gives Kip a lesson in the blues.

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Directed by Jon S. BairdGuest stars Susan Heyward, Emily Tremaine, Bo Dietl, Armen Garo, Ephraim Sykes, Mackenzie Meehan, Griffin Newman, Jay Klaitz

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Episode 9

Rock and Roll Queen

Apr 10, 201651m6.2 / 10

The Buck Rogers murder case creates a dangerous dilemma for Richie. At American Century, Maury Gold pitches a '50s compilation LP while Zak tries to fund a band for his wedding-singer Gary, a.k.a. "Xavier." Clark and Jorge bond over an Indigo tune.

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Directed by Carl Franklin

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Episode 10

Alibi

Apr 17, 201649m7.6 / 10finale

Zak constructs a dangerous plan to bring down Richie. Kip's excesses threaten an important Nasty Bits gig. Clark and Jorge's efforts pay off. Richie is privy to the birth of a legendary music venue.

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Directed by Allen CoulterGuest stars Douglas Smith, Morgan Nichols

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Cast

Bobby CannavaleRichie Finestra

Olivia WildeDevon Finestra

Ray RomanoZak Yankovich

Ato EssandohLester Grimes

Max CasellaJulie Silver

P.J. ByrneScott Levitt

J.C. MacKenzieSkip Fontaine

Birgitte Hjort SørensenIngrid

Credits

Created by: Terence Winter, Rich Cohen, Mick Jagger, Martin Scorsese
Written by: Terence Winter, Adam Rapp, Debora Cahn, Martin Scorsese, Mick Jagger, Rich Cohen, George Mastras, Jonathan Tropper

Production details

Status: Canceled
Series type: Scripted
Episodes: 10
Original language: English

Networks & production

HBOUnited States
HBOUnited States
Sikelia ProductionsUnited States
Cold Front ProductionsUnited States
Jagged Productions
Paramount Television StudiosUnited States

Themes

1970smusic businessnew york cityrock 'n' roll