The B.B.King Reader: Six Decades of Commentary

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2006
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For more than five decades, BB King has been the consummate Blues performer. His unique guitar playing, powerful vocals and repertoire of songs have taken him from Mississippi to worldwide renown. Published to coincide with his 80th birthday, this extensively revised edition includes 18 interviews. In this comprehensive volume, the best articles, interviews and reviews about BB King's life and career have been gathered. Learn how he made his mark as a disc jockey in Memphis; trace his early tours and recordings; see him be swept up in the blues revival; and finally, enjoy his fame as the greatest living exponent of the blues style.

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For more than five decades, BB King has been the consummate Blues performer. His unique guitar playing, powerful vocals and repertoire of songs have taken him from Mississippi to worldwide renown. Published to coincide with his 80th birthday, this extensively revised edition includes 18 interviews. In this comprehensive volume, the best articles, interviews and reviews about BB King's life and career have been gathered. Learn how he made his mark as a disc jockey in Memphis; trace his early tours and recordings; see him be swept up in the blues revival; and finally, enjoy his fame as the greatest living exponent of the blues style.

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Format: Paperback
Pages: 256
Edition: Rev. Ed
Publisher: Hal Leonard Corporation
Published: 09 Jan 2006
ISBN 10: 0634099272
ISBN 13: 9780634099274

Author Bio

Editor Richard Kostelanetz is a long time fan of BB King, having first interviewed him in the late 60s and subsequently written about his career over the decades. He lives in New York.