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Upside Your Head! Rhythm and Blues on Central Avenue

Upside Your Head! Rhythm and Blues on Central Avenue (Music/Culture)

Penned By Johnny Otis
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Upside Your Head! Rhythm and Blues on Central Avenue

Upside Your Head! Rhythm and Blues on Central Avenue (Music/Culture)

Penned By Johnny Otis
4.85 62,940 Ratings
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A passionate memoir by legendary bandleader and musician Otis, who recalls the sheer joy and energy of the blues--and the stifling ugliness of racism. During Otis' 50-year career, he encountered, discovered, or performed with every significant figure in the early days of R&B and rock and roll. 75 illustrations.

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Length 174 Pages
Language Eng
Imprint Wesleyan University Press/University Press of New England
Released November, 1993
Identifier (ISBN) 132934
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Johnny Otis is the author of several novels. Originally from the East Coast, they now live in the Midwest with family. In addition to writing, Johnny Otis enjoys gardening, cooking, and reading way past bedtime. Their work often explores the complexities of everyday life and human relationships.

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