Tuesday, April 17, 2007

Broven's Rhythm and Blues in New Orleans


I'm about 2/3rds of the way through John Broven's Rhythm and Blues in New Orleans. It's pretty good, considering it was published in '73 and written by a British guy. Broven is not a good writer, in that he has no style or eye for transitioning, but the information he passes along is pure gold for anyone wondering about that period in New Orleans history. He gives you knowledge, but he also helps you mold whatever you already knew into a new form with the context he provides. It's funny how things were so much more singles oriented back then. Click on the title link for a short description of the book.

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