Blake Ells

The Muscle Shoals Legacy of Fame

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ISBN 13:: 9781626197695
author:: Blake Ells
format:: Paperback
publisher:: History Press (SC)
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2015
Pages:: 144
Dimensions:: 15.2 x 0.8 x 22.9 cm
Genre:: Music, Stage & Screen, Music, Learning to Play, Write & Record Music
Condition:: New
Availability:: Item usually sent within 20 working days

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The Legacy of FAME: A Story of Music and Innovation In 1959, FAME Publishing opened its doors, launching the careers of legendary musicians such as Etta James, Clarence Carter, and Aretha Franklin. The city of Muscle Shoals soon became synonymous with hit recordings, earning the nickname "Hit Recording Capital of the World". FAME was the driving force behind the creation of iconic studios like Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, the Nutthouse, and Sundrop Sound, which gave a platform to artists like Drive-By Truckers, Jason Isbell, and John Paul White. Today, a new generation of musicians continues the tradition of great music, carrying the torch of FAME's legacy. Through extensive research and interviews with those who lived it, local author Blake Ells tells the epic story of FAME's impact on the music industry. This book is a testament to the power of innovation and creativity, and a tribute to the musicians who helped shape the sound of a generation. With its rich history and fascinating stories, The Muscle Shoals Legacy of FAME is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in the history of music and the people who made it.

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