Pump Up The Volume: History of House Music (2001) is a comprehensive, 3-hour documentary by UK director Carl Hindmarch.  Originally aired as a DVD TV series on the UK's BBC Channel 4, the documentary takes the viewer on a journey through the early roots of the music in Chicago; the rise of Detroit techno and acid house; and the European rave scene that gave way to additional forms of electronic music.  Featuring interviews with some of the House Music industry's biggest names and originators, as well as sights and sounds from the late 70s to late 90s, this documentary is a must-watch for any fan of House Music.

The 13-part Youtube series is available below.  You can also watch it in a 3-part form on Google Video by clicking here, here, and here.

The History of House Music Part 1

The History of House Music Part 2

The History of House Music Part 3

The History of House Music Part 4

The History of House Music Part 5

The History of House Music Part 6

The History of House Music Part 7

The History of House Music Part 8

The History of House Music Part 9

The History of House Music Part 10

The History of House Music Part 11

The History of House Music Part 12

The History of House Music Part Final Part