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A Look Back at the Musical History of Philadelphia

Philly Pop, Rock, Rhythm & Blues
A Look Back at the Musical History of Philadelphia

A nostalgic review of the pop, rock, and R&B music scene in Philadelphia from the 1950s through the 1970s; featuring commentary from recording artists, songwriters, and broadcast personalities, photographs and biographies.

  • PAPERBACK: 340 PAGES (Revised Edition)

  • PUBLISHER: AUTUMN ROAD COMPANY

  • ISBN 13: 978-1983952791

  • PUBLISHING DATE: JANUARY 1, 2014

  • PRODUCT DIMENSIONS:
       6 x 9 INCHES

  • SHIPPING WEIGHT:
        APPROX. 22 OUNCES

  • RETAIL PRICE: $18.95

  • KINDLE VERSION: $9.95

  

FEATURED ARTISTS INCLUDE:

  • Billy Haley and His Comets
  • Charlie Gracie
  • Lee Andrews and the Hearts
  • Danny and the Juniors
  • Frankie Avalon
  • Fabian
  • James Darren
  • Bobby Rydell
  • Chubby Checker
  • Dee Dee Sharp
  • The Dovells
  • The Orlons
  • The Tymes
  • Patti LaBelle
  • Bunny Sigler
  • The Intruders
  • The Soul Survivors
  • Barbara Mason
  • Eddie Holman
  • The Delfonics
  • Billy Paul
  • The Stylistics
  • Harold Melvin and the Blue Notes
  • The O'Jays
  • The Spinners
  • MFSB
  • The Three Degrees
  • Blue Magic
  • Teddy Pendergrass
  • The Trammps
  • Sister Sledge
  • Phyllis Hyman

...and many more; covering the years from Bandstand and American Bandstand through the era of the Sound of Philadelphia featuring the music of Kenny Gamble, Leon Huff, Thom Bell, Linda Creed and MFSB.

Philly Pop, Rock, Rhythm & Blues

Philly Pop, Rock, Rhythm & Blues

"Wonderful job of capturing the various musical eras in Philadelphia!"
Bobby Rydell,
Recording Artist


"An interesting, factual and enjoyable music history book with a great variety of photos!"
Charlie Gracie,
Recording artist


"This book relives all the great Philly artists and music. Terrific photos and fond memories!"
Arlene Sullivan,
American Bandstand


"An insightful and entertaining retrospect of the Philadelphia music scene."
Tommy McCarthy,
Music Director/Air Personality
98.1 WOGL FM
CBS Radio, Philadelphia


"A wonderful celebration of the rich and diverse Philadelphia music community."
George Manney,
Archivist
Philadelphia Music Alliance


  

ORDERING INFORMATION

Also available at select
online retailers and bookstores in the U.S. and abroad.


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