Talking Music: Blue Radio and Roots Music
By Craig Morrison
Published by University of Illinois Press, 2020
5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 662 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 272 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
Book Description
Talking Music: Blue Radio and Roots Music is a journey through the airwaves, tracing the origins of blues radio and its impact on American culture. Author Craig Morrison takes readers on a journey through the airwaves, tracing the origins of blues radio and its impact on American culture. From the early days of the blues to the present day, Morrison explores the ways in which blues radio has shaped the sound of American music.
Morrison begins by discussing the origins of blues radio in the early 20th century. He traces the development of blues radio from its humble beginnings in small, local stations to its eventual rise to national prominence. Along the way, he introduces us to some of the most important figures in the history of blues radio, including Alan Freed, B.B. King, and Muddy Waters.
Morrison also explores the impact of blues radio on American culture. He argues that blues radio has played a major role in shaping the sound of American music, from rock and roll to hip-hop. He also discusses the role of blues radio in the Civil Rights Movement and the fight for social justice.
Talking Music: Blue Radio and Roots Music is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of roots music and the evolution of blues radio. It is a well-written and informative book that provides a valuable insight into the world of blues music.
About the Author
Craig Morrison is a professor of English at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is the author of several books on American music, including "Goin' Down to the River: The Folk Revival and the Roots of American Popular Music" and "The Cambridge Companion to Bob Dylan."
Reviews
"Talking Music: Blue Radio and Roots Music is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of roots music and the evolution of blues radio. Craig Morrison has written a well-written and informative book that provides a valuable insight into the world of blues music." - American Music Journal
"Talking Music: Blue Radio and Roots Music is a fascinating and informative look at the history of blues radio. Morrison's writing is clear and engaging, and he does an excellent job of bringing the story of blues radio to life." - Blues Revue
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5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 662 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 272 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |
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5 out of 5
Language | : | English |
File size | : | 662 KB |
Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
Enhanced typesetting | : | Enabled |
Word Wise | : | Enabled |
Print length | : | 272 pages |
Lending | : | Enabled |
Screen Reader | : | Supported |