Mickey Hart explores the connection between music and sports in a new film, Rhythm Masters: A Mickey Hart Experience.
Set to premiere on ESPN and ESPN+ on August 14th, Rhythm Masters highlights the universal nature of rhythm and its importance in athletic performance. The film combines insights from a number of famous athletes—including late NBA star and noted Deadhead Bill Walton—with an original score composed by Hart, resulting in a thought-provoking sonic journey.
“Rhythm is the heartbeat of life, and it’s everywhere—in the music we create and the sports we love. When I set out to make Rhythm Masters: A Mickey Hart Experience, my goal was to explore this universal pulse and celebrate how music and sports are deeply intertwined,” Hart explained in a statement. “Through the voices and stories of some of the greatest athletes, we uncover the profound connection that rhythm brings to their performance and passion. This film is a journey into that shared human experience, a testament to the power of rhythm in uniting us all. We dedicate this film to Bill Walton, whose own rhythmic journey in sports and life has been a true inspiration.”
Among the athletes featured in Rhythm Masters: A Mickey Hart Experience are Phil Jackson, Joe Montana, Laila Ali, Ronnie Lott, Marshawn Lynch, Jackie Joyner-Kersee, Sheryl Swoopes, Ozzie Smith, Mario Andretti, Jack Nicklaus, Mike Piazza, Mark Messier, Alex Honnold, Mikaela Shiffrin, Rush Sturges, Alessia Zecchini, and Bob Cousy. The film was directed by Torey Champagne and produced by ESPN Films, Bluefoot Entertainment, and Fresh Features.
Check out the trailer for Rhythm Masters: A Mickey Hart Experience below.
Rhythm Masters: A Mickey Hart Experience Trailer
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