Description |
500 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Contents |
The birth of rock and roll : Cosimo Matassa and J&M Studio -- The groundbreakers -- The birth of R&B -- The Baton Rouge connection -- Blues artists -- Cajun and zydeco -- Swamp pop -- The Louisiana hayride -- The others -- Session artists -- Songwriters. |
Summary |
"A showcase of Louisiana's musical heritage, this history of rock and roll music and its Louisiana roots presents an in-depth study of the industry players and musicians who contributed to establishing the Pelican State as the birthplace of rock and roll"--Cover, p. 2. |
Subject |
Popular music -- Louisiana -- History and criticism.
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ISBN |
9781589806771 hardcover alkaline paper |
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1589806778 hardcover alkaline paper |
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