Synopses & Reviews
Rhythm and Blues in New Orleans is a comprehensive history documenting the rise and development of a unique musical form. Originally published in Great Britain under the title Walking to New Orleans, this 249-page volume examines the careers and music of the major R&B artists, as well as the important peripheral activity of the New Orleans music industry: recording studios, clubs, and record companies. Much of the material comes firsthand from the musicians who helped create Rhythm and Blues as a musical genre.The book features such R&B stars Fats Domino, Ray Charles, Professor Longhair, Huey Piano Smith, and Little Richard. Nearly one hundred photographs are included, along with a complete appendix featuring a list of best-selling records produced in New Orleans.
Synopsis
Tracing the careers and songs of the major R&B artists, this is the definitive history of the New Orleans music industry. A full appendix featuring a complete list of best-selling records.
Synopsis
The rise and development of a unique musical form. Inducted into the Blues Foundation's Blues Hall of Fame under its original title Walking to New Orleans, this fascinating history focuses on the music of major R&B artists and the crucial contributions of the New Orleans music industry. Newly revised for this edition, much of the material comes firsthand from those who helped create the genre, including Fats Domino, Ray Charles, and Wardell Quezergue.
Description
Discography: p. 228-242. Includes bibliographical references (p. [221]-223).