Ralph Peer and the Making of Popular Roots Music Lib/E (Audiobook)

from nmele

Before reading this book, I was aware of Ralph Peer as the man who fist recorded and sold what we call roots music today, the man who recorded Jimmie Rodgers and the original Carter Family, among others. I did not realize what a peripatetic life he led or the catholicity of his musical taste. He ...

from Romis78

This is a fascinating and insightful book that shows the great innovations of Ralph Peer in the music industry. It covers many areas I was unfamiliar with in a concise, informative and clear manner. Well written and with high production values, I highly recommend it.

from nmele

Before reading this book, I was aware of Ralph Peer as the man who fist recorded and sold what we call roots music today, the man who recorded Jimmie Rodgers and the original Carter Family, among others. I did not realize what a peripatetic life he led or the catholicity of his musical taste. He ...

from Romis78

This is a fascinating and insightful book that shows the great innovations of Ralph Peer in the music industry. It covers many areas I was unfamiliar with in a concise, informative and clear manner. Well written and with high production values, I highly recommend it.