Ben Wynne A Hound Dog Tale (Hardback) (UK IMPORT)

Description: Further DetailsTitle: A Hound Dog TaleCondition: NewEAN: 9780807181140ISBN: 9780807181140Publisher: Louisiana State University PressFormat: HardbackRelease Date: 02/28/2024Description: The release of the song "Hound Dog" in 1953 marked a turning point in American popular culture, and throughout its history, the hit ballad bridged divides of race, gender, and generational conflict. Ben Wynne's A Hound Dog Tale discusses the stars who made this rock 'n' roll standard famous, from Willie Mae "Big Mama" Thornton to Elvis Presley, along with an eclectic cast of characters, including singers, songwriters, musicians, record producers and managers, famous television hosts, several lawyers, and even a gangster or two.Wynne's examination of this American classic reveals how "Hound Dog" reflected the values and issues of 1950s American society, and sheds light on the lesser-known elements of the song's creation and legacy. A Hound Dog Tale will capture the imagination of anyone who has ever tapped a foot to the growl of a blues riff or the bark of a rock 'n' roll guitar.Language: EnglishCountry/Region of Manufacture: USItem Height: 229mmItem Length: 152mmItem Width: 16mmGenre: Music Dance & TheatreItem Weight: 195gSubtitle: Big Mama, Elvis, and the Song That Changed EverythingAuthor: Ben WynneRelease Year: 2024 Missing Information?Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.

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