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The Death of Rhythm and Blues

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Penguin Group US, Aug 15, 2003 - Social Science - 256 pages
This passionate and provocative book tells the complete story of black music in the last fifty years, and in doing so outlines the perilous position of black culture within white American society. In a fast-paced narrative,  Nelson George’s book chronicles the rise and fall of “race music” and its transformation into the R&B that eventually dominated the airwaves only to find itself diluted and submerged as crossover music.


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User Review  - Marva - Goodreads

I've read this book cause I love historical books. This is an important read if you are interested in the foundation and development of the contemporary music industry. Read full review

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User Review  - Michael Borshuk - Goodreads

Given that I am a long-time Nelson George fan, it's a wonder it took me so long to get to this one--arguably his most important book. An excellent work of criticism, history, and polemic all at once ... Read full review

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About the author (2003)

Nelson George is an award-winning author of both fiction and nonfiction. He has written for Playboy, Billboard, Esquire, the Village Voice, Essence, and many other national magazines, as well as writing and producing television programs and feature films.

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