Jackie Wilson: Lonely Teardrops

Jackie Wilson: Lonely Teardrops

by TonyDouglas (Author)

Synopsis

To his many fans, he was known simply as Mr. Excitement, a singer whose music and stage presence influenced generations of performers, from Elvis Presley to Michael Jackson. Jackie Wilson: Lonely Teardrops looks at the life and career of this deeply troubled artist. Published briefly in a limited edition in the United Kingdom, this Routledge edition makes available this definitive biography for Wilson's legions of fans. Also includes two 8-page photo inserts.

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More Information

Format: Paperback
Pages: 272
Edition: 1
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 21 May 2005

ISBN 10: 0415974305
ISBN 13: 9780415974301

Media Reviews
Brims with the reminiscences of Wilson's former wives and lovers, fellow musicians, bodyguards, and others. This is the portrait of a bigger-than-life personality.
- Benjamin Segedin, Booklist
A tremendous read. Four stars (highest rating).
-Q Magazine
Jackie was one of the most extraordinary performers with whom I've ever worked... Thanks so much, Tony, for helping to tell the world of his contributions.
-Dick Clark
Author Bio
Tony Douglas is a writer/researcher on black American music. He lives in Australia.