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Popular Culture January 2021 |
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Spotlight on: Grammy Award Winners
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| Delta Lady by Rita Coolidge with Michael WalkerThis is a downloadable eBook on CMRLS.Freading.com
What it is: a lyrical memoir from singer-songwriter and rock muse *Rita Coolidge, who won two Grammy Awards with then-husband Kris Kristofferson in the 1970s.
Is it for you? Although Coolidge's reflective account of her rise to stardom is light on gossip, she offers an intimate glimpse into the 1960s and '70s rock scene, chronicling her collaborations with Eric Clapton, Joe Cocker, and Stephen Stills, as well as her volatile relationship with Kristofferson. |
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| Me & Patsy Kickin' Up Dust: My Friendship with Patsy Cline by Loretta Lynn with Patsy Lynn Russell; foreword by Dolly PartonWhat it's about: the life-changing bond between country stars *Loretta Lynn and *Patsy Cline.
Why you might like it: Lynn's heartwarming and humorous tribute is written in a plainspoken style that evokes the way she speaks.
Don't miss: Cline taking Nashville newbie Lynn under her wing in 1959 and helping her navigate the ins and outs of showbiz life. |
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Don't stop believin'
by Olivia Newton-John
What it's about: A legendary musician, actress, activist and icon, *Olivia Newton-John reveals her life story—from her unforgettable rise to fame in the classic musical Grease to her passionate advocacy for health and wellness in light of her battles with cancer.
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Dear father : breaking the cycle of pain
by J. Ivy
What it's about: A Grammy Award-winning artist presents an unflinchingly honest and inspirational memoir in which he, drawing on his painful past of being abandoned by his father and growing up on Chicago's rough-and-tumble South Side, shows what it takes to deal with one's emotions.
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Fallin' up : my story
by Taboo
What it's about: A founding member of the *Black Eyed Peas shares the inspiring story of his rise from the streets of east L.A. to the heights of international fame.
Why you might like this: a revealing autobiography--the first book to emerge from the group--founding member Taboo reminds us that great accomplishments are often rooted in humble beginnings.
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Late, late at night : a memoir
by Rick Springfield
What it's about: The singer and actor best known for his 80s song "Jessie's Girl" and his role on General Hospital, *Rick Springfield dishes on the ups and downs of his career, including his battle with depression and thoughts of suicide, in a book with full-color photos.
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Soul survivor : a biography of Al Green
by Jimmy McDonough
What it's about: A biography of the legendary soul singer best known for “Tired of Being Alone”,*Al Green traces his career from gospel to secular music, from combined sales of more than 20 million records to his induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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Chronicles
by Bob Dylan
What it's about: Building on the success of *Bob Dylan in His Own Words, an autobiographical portrait of the acclaimed musical performer recounts personal and professional experiences and features black-and-white photography.
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Johnny Cash : The Redemption of an American Icon
by Greg Laurie
What it's about: It dives deep into the singer's inner demons, triumphs, and gradual return to faith. Laurie interviews *Cash's family, friends, and business associates to reveal how the singer's true success came through finding the only Person whose star was bigger than his own.
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Hindsight : & all the things I can't see in front of me
by Justin Timberlake
What it's about: The notable performing artist, *Justin Timberlake offers a new biography for fans.
Why you might like this: Justin discusses many aspects of his childhood, including his very early love of music and the inspiration behind many of his songs and albums. He talks about his songwriting process, offering the back story to many of his hits.
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Never look at the empty seats : a memoir
by Charlie Daniels
What it's about: A personal account by the influential Country Music Hall of Famer, *Charlie Daniels traces his post-Depression childhood through his rise to success, sharing inside stories, celebrity encounters, personal reflections and rare photos from different times in his life and career.
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Central Mississippi Regional Library System
100 Tamberline Street
Brandon, Mississippi 39042
601-825-0100
http://www.cmrls.lib.ms.us
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