Just like how Lydia Tár is not a real composer, the new Amazon Prime original series, Daisy Jones & The Six, is not about an actual rock band. However, you’ll feel convinced this show is based on real-life musicmakers, thanks to the power of its story, adapted from Taylor Jenkins Reid’s bestselling novel of the same name.
Daisy Jones & The Six follows the fictional rise and eventual disbandment of a ’70s rock group who love, argue and jam out in a chaotic dynamic that will remind viewers of the lore surrounding Fleetwood Mac. (Unsurprisingly, Reid’s book was inspired by the Fleetwood Mac albums she listened to growing up.)
But, because there are no real-life figures to act as the show’s basis, the story is able to run free without viewers having to worry about historical accuracy or a proper portrayal of their beloved musical icons. And based on the first episode, this miniseries is a breezy, intriguing journey, buoyed by powerful performances from leads Riley Keough, Camila Morrone and Sam Claflin. Keep reading to see why Daisy Jones & The Six is a must-watch for music lovers.
To make Daisy Jones & The Six feel more realistic, the show is told in a documentary-style format, like one of those Dan Rather interviews you might catch on AXS TV. At the beginning, a title card pops up, revealing that it’s been 20 years since Daisy Jones & The Six broke up, and for the first time ever, each member of the band is sitting down for an exclusive interview to explain what *really* went down after their final performance. Dun dun dunnn.
As each of the members offer their memories, we flash back and forth in time, learning just how this famous band came to be. In a narrative format similar to shows like Yellowjackets, we’re given just enough information to be intrigued, while still constantly searching for new pieces of the puzzle. We’re rewarded by watching as the two separate timelines slowly converge.
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