I have heard it said that writing about music is a perpetual challenge, mostly because there is really no way to describe music unless you can hear it for yourself. Think about it. Can you imagine telling someone what the opening sequence of Kashimir sounds like? Can you really describe the sounds of seeing a [...]
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Rock and Roll Will Save Your Life by Steve Almond
May 10th, 2010 · No Comments · Music
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Up From the Cradle of Jazz: New Orleans Music Since WWII by Jason Berry, Jonathan Foose & Tad Jones
January 4th, 2010 · 1 Comment · Music, Southern Culture
Up From the Cradle of Jazz: New Orleans Music Since World War II dives into one of the city’s most alluring and charming qualities. The authors explain the culture from the origins of New Orleans Rhythm and Blues to the aftermath of Katrina. Musicians mentioned are: Professor Longhair, Eenie K-Doe and his Mother in Law [...]
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Blue Yodel #9
May 12th, 2009 · No Comments · Music
Scott Barretta has a great review of Barry Mazor’s new book on Jimmie Rodgers. Barry will be here Thursday night.
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You’ve gotta hear this!
January 25th, 2009 · No Comments · Music
Emily here again. I know this has nothing to do with books, but I have learned that booklovers almost always love good music and I just had to share. If you have not hear of the Fleet Foxes yet, shame on you! This small band out of Seattle hit it big last summer when they [...]
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