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Author: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
Publisher: Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation
Published: 1987-08
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780793540013
DOWNLOAD EBOOKNine songs recorded by George Strait, including: Winter Wonderland * Frosty the Snow Man * Santa Claus Is Coming to Town. Includes guitar chord frames.
Author: Mark Bego
Publisher: Citadel Press
Published: 2001-07
Total Pages: 244
ISBN-13: 9780806522586
DOWNLOAD EBOOKHere is a comprehensive look at one of the biggest stars in the hard-driving, often heartbreaking world of country music. A chronicle of Strait's journey from playing Texas honkytonks to his big break in 1981, when he released Strait Country, to his stunning success just four albums later, when he debuted at number 1 on Billboard's country music chart. The white-stetsoned Strait is one of America's top concert attractions, and the Country Music Association named him Entertainer of the Year. Told with all the warmth, honesty, grit, and passion of the legendary artist himself, this is the story of the man behind the superstar myth -- of the family that shaped his youth, of his relationship with his wife, Norma, and of the tragic auto accident that killed his teenage daughter . . . and changed his life forever. Sure to be a revelation and an inspiration to his millions of fans.
Author: Michael McCall
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Published: 2012-02-01
Total Pages: 665
ISBN-13: 0199920834
DOWNLOAD EBOOKImmediately upon publication in 1998, the Encyclopedia of Country Music became a much-loved reference source, prized for the wealth of information it contained on that most American of musical genres. Countless fans have used it as the source for answers to questions about everything from country's first commercially successful recording, to the genre's pioneering music videos, to what conjunto music is. This thoroughly revised new edition includes more than 1,200 A-Z entries covering nine decades of history and artistry, from the Carter Family recordings of the 1920s to the reign of Taylor Swift in the first decade of the twenty-first century. Compiled by a team of experts at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, the encyclopedia has been brought completely up-to-date, with new entries on the artists who have profoundly influenced country music in recent years, such as the Dixie Chicks and Keith Urban. The new edition also explores the latest and most critical trends within the industry, shedding light on such topics as the digital revolution, the shifting politics of country music, and the impact of American Idol (reflected in the stardom of Carrie Underwood). Other essays cover the literature of country music, the importance of Nashville as a music center, and the colorful outfits that have long been a staple of the genre. The volume features hundreds of images, including a photo essay of album covers; a foreword by country music superstar Vince Gill (the winner of twenty Grammy Awards); and twelve fascinating appendices, ranging from lists of awards to the best-selling country albums of all time. Winner of the Best Reference Award from the Popular Culture Association "Any serious country music fan will treasure this authoritative book." --The Seattle Times "A long-awaited, major accomplishment, which educators, historians and students, broadcasters and music writers, artists and fans alike, will welcome and enjoy." --The Nashville Musician "Should prove a valuable resource to those who work in the country music business. But it's also an entertaining read for the music's true fans." --Houston Chronicle "This big, handsome volume spans the history of country music, listing not only artists and groups but also important individuals and institutions." --San Francisco Examiner "Promises to be the definitive historical and biographical work on the past eight decades of country music. Well written and heavily illustratedan unparalleled work, worth its price and highly recommended." --Library Journal
Author: Dave Thompson
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2019-04-02
Total Pages: 802
ISBN-13: 1440248915
DOWNLOAD EBOOKJust like you, Goldmine is passionate about vinyl. It rocks our world. So trust us when we say that the Goldmine Record Album Price Guide is a vinyl collector's best friend. Inside these pages you'll find the latest pricing and identification information for rock, pop, alternative, jazz and country albums valued at $10 or more. And that's just for starters. Goldmine Record Album Price Guide features: • Updated prices for more than 100,000 American vinyl LPs released since 1948. • A detailed explanation of the Goldmine Grading Guide, the industry standard. • Tips to help you accurately grade and value your records--including promo pressings. • An easy-to-use, well-organized format. Whether you're new to the scene or a veteran collector, Goldmine Record Album Price Guide is here to help!
Author: Source Wikipedia
Publisher: University-Press.org
Published: 2013-09
Total Pages: 30
ISBN-13: 9781230502823
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPlease note that the content of this book primarily consists of articles available from Wikipedia or other free sources online. Commentary (music and lyrics not included). Pages: 28. Chapters: 7 (George Strait album), Always Never the Same (George Strait album), Beyond the Blue Neon, Blue Clear Sky, Carrying Your Love with Me, Chill of an Early Fall, Classic Christmas (George Strait album), Does Fort Worth Ever Cross Your Mind, Easy Come, Easy Go (George Strait album), Fresh Cut Christmas, George Strait (album), George Strait albums discography, Here for a Good Time, Holding My Own, Honkytonkville, If You Ain't Lovin' You Ain't Livin', It Just Comes Natural, Lead On, Livin' It Up (album), Merry Christmas Strait to You!, Merry Christmas Wherever You Are, Ocean Front Property, One Step at a Time (George Strait album), Right or Wrong (George Strait album), Something Special (George Strait album), Somewhere Down in Texas, Strait Country, Strait from the Heart, The Road Less Traveled (George Strait album), Troubadour (George Strait album), Twang (album). Excerpt: The albums discography of George Strait, an American country music singer, consists of 26 studio albums, two live albums and eight compilation albums. Of these albums, 36 have received a certification of at least Gold from the Recording Industry Association of America. His highest-certified album is the 1992 release Pure Country, which is certified sextuple-platinum for U.S. shipments of six million copies; his highest overall is the 1995 box set Strait Out of the Box, which is certified octuple platinum. Of his studio albums, all but 2001's George Strait and 2009's Twang are certified platinum or higher. Twang is the title of the 26th studio album by American country music artist George Strait. It was released on August 11, 2009 via MCA Nashville, the same label to which Strait has been signed since 1981. It is produced by Tony Brown. Lead-off single "Living for the Night," which Strait wrote with his...
Author: Tony Brown
Publisher: Center Street
Published: 2018-05-01
Total Pages: 915
ISBN-13: 1546083146
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"In the world of modern country music history, Tony Brown has earned a critical spot...[as] one of the top creative minds of the past four decades." -- Billboard.com This striking photographic journey shows how Tony Brown became the King of Nashville: from pianist for Elvis Presley, to president of MCA Records Nashville, to producer of over 100 number-one country songs that are beloved by millions. Elvis, Strait, to Jesus celebrates a music icon's legendary rise, his history-making industry relationships, and how these friendships gave us the songs we still live by. The magic of Tony Brown's forty-year career is revealed in pictures, with historical and behind-the-scenes images, snapshots from the "Elvis years," and stylish contemporary portraits staged in a French Renaissance chair of friends, musicians, and artists including: George Strait - Reba McEntire - Trisha Yearwood - Brooks & Dunn - Vince Gill - Lionel Richie - Lyle Lovett - Patty Loveless - Steve Earle - Rosanne Cash - Emmylou Harris - Jimmy Buffett - Marty Stuart - Bernie Taupin - Don Was - William Lee Golden - Rodney Crowell - David Briggs - Glen D. Hardin - Donnie Sumner, and more. Tony's fascinating anecdotes accompanying the photos unveil the encounters that led to mega-hits by George Strait, Reba McEntire, Trisha Yearwood, and countless others; he recounts how he became the accidental founder of Americana music with the edgy signings of Steve Earle and Lyle Lovett to MCA, as well as his unforgettable memories of life on tour with Elvis Presley. He also retraces his North Carolina roots and honors the legends of rock, country, and gospel with whom he forged an inimitable music legacy. This special tribute is one that no fan of music or artistic photography should be without.
Author: Martin Popoff
Publisher: Penguin
Published: 2009-09-08
Total Pages: 4838
ISBN-13: 1440229163
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhether you're cleaning out a closet, basement or attic full of records, or you're searching for hidden gems to build your collection, you can depend on Goldmine Record Album Price Guide to help you accurately identify and appraise your records in order to get the best price. • Knowledge is power, so power-up with Goldmine! • 70,000 vinyl LPs from 1948 to present • Hundreds of new artists • Detailed listings with current values • Various artist collections and original cast recordings from movies, televisions and Broadway • 400 photos • Updated state-of-the-market reports • New feature articles • Advice on buying and selling Goldmine Grading Guide - the industry standard
Author: David Dicaire
Publisher: McFarland
Published: 2014-11-21
Total Pages: 277
ISBN-13: 0786485590
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book highlights 50 of the most important entertainers in contemporary country music, providing a brief biography of each artist with special emphasis on experiences that influenced their musical careers. The artists are divided into five categories: "The New Traditionalists" (artists such as George Strait, Reba McEntire, and Clint Black who established the mainstream country sound in the 1980s); "Alternative Country" (artists such as Steve Earle and Bela Fleck who made country music on their own terms); "Groups" (ensemble acts such as Alabama, the Dixie Chicks, and Rascal Flatts that have carried on the traditions of the Carter Family and other prominent groups of the 1920s and 1930s); "Country-Pop" (artists such as Garth Brooks and Shania Twain who firmly established the "countrypolitan" sound as the cash cow of Nashville); and "New Country" (the next generation of country-pop artists, with particular attention paid to international megastars such as Keith Urban, and teen sensations, including LeAnn Rimes and Taylor Swift).
Author: Colin Larkin
Publisher: Omnibus Press
Published: 2011-05-27
Total Pages: 4183
ISBN-13: 0857125958
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis text presents a comprehensive and up-to-date reference work on popular music, from the early 20th century to the present day.
