Naylor, Jerry,Halliday, Steve

Rockabilly Legends: They Called It Rockabilly Long Before They Called It Rock and Roll [With DVD]

Hal Leonard Publishing Corporation, June 2007. First Edition. Cloth. Used - Very Good / Very Good. Item #297404
ISBN: 142342042X

(Book). In five brief but glorious years, a handful of young, animated performers set the entertainment world on its ear. The Rockabilly Legends They Called It Rockabilly Long Before It Was Called Rock and Roll celebrates the rebel forefathers who created this raw, driving sound that continues to influence and inspire musicians. This unique volume part tribute, part first-person recollection, part history, and all fascinating provides a complete picture of the times. It features hundreds of original rare and captivating photos, including Elvis Presley, Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Carl Perkins, and others. Candid interviews with music legends and personal reflections. Stunning design. Includes a one-hour DVD sampler of rockabilly music to immerse the reader into those heady days from 1954 through 1959 when a new, high-energy sound and spirit instantly captured the hearts of fans around the world.

'The Rockabilly Legends' celebrates the rebel forefathers who created the raw, driving sound that influenced several music genres. This unique volume features hundreds of original rare and captivating photos, candid interviews with music legends, and a one-hour DVD sampler of rockabilly music. First/first. Oblong octavo. {11' X 8 & 3/4'} In milldly edgeworn jacket. Black cloth covered boards with stamped gold lettering along spine. Tightly bound. Matte black end papers front and rearr with Jerry Naylor inscription on front end page: 'Thank you, God Bless, Jerry Naylor 05/2007' There is a plastic envelope that appears never opened with DVD Video of 'Documentary Special'. [284 pages]

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