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  The Blues - A Very Short...

  Elijah Wald

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  Praised as "suave, soulful, ebullient" (Tom Waits), Elijah Wald is one of the leading popular music critics of his generation. In The Blues, Wald surveys a genre at the heart of American culture. 
   
   
   
  It has been defined by lyrical structure, or as a progression of chords, or as a set of practices reflecting West African "tonal and rhythmic approaches," using a five-note "blues scale." He traces its roots in work and praise songs, and shows how it was transformed by such professional performers as W. C. Handy, who first popularized the blues a century ago. He follows its evolution from Ma Rainey and Bessie Smith through Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix; identifies the impact of rural field recordings of Blind Lemon Jefferson, Charley Patton, and others; explores the role of blues in the development of both country music and jazz; and looks at the popular rhythm and blues trends of the 1940s and 1950s, from the uptown West Coast style of T-Bone Walker to the "down home" Chicago sound of Muddy Waters. Wald brings the story up to the present, touching on the effects of blues on American poetry, and its connection to modern styles such as rap. 
   
   
   
  As with all of Oxford's Very Short Introductions, The Blues tells you—with insight, clarity, and wit—everything you need to know to understand this quintessentially American musical genre.

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  The Rhythm Rappers Compete At...

  Julie Kirchhubel

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  An upcoming Rap Competition in town sparks interest amongst friends, especially when they learn that there’s going to be a special gathering about it at the park. But what exactly is a Rap anyway? Before they know it, they’ve all signed up to be contestants – they have to compose and perform their own work! Not only are they up for a challenge to create the best words and the best moves, there’s also the issue of how to use rhythm. Because there’s rhythm in words and rhythm in music, and raps use rhythm too. So the race is on to do their best – it’s a team effort, isn’t it? And then of course there’s also practice that needs to happen. After all, the saying is that ‘practice makes perfect’!The big day has arrived. Raps will be judged on technique, style, creativity, and originality. And what about the actual performance? Well, it has to be confident, well-presented, and (you guessed it) memorised. Luckily, they’ve all prepared steadily for this, and so the audience is treated to an evening of stage delights that includes marching, rocking, reeling, dancing, and more.Follow this lively band of characters as they troop to the city to discover the world of competition and the thrills of performing – you’ll be surprised at what you learn along the way!

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  The Gospel of the Hold Steady -...

  Michael Hann, The Hold Steady

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  On January 22, 2003, four men stepped onto a stage in Brooklyn and did something no one else was doing at that time, in that place. They played rock 'n' roll: old-fashioned rock 'n' roll with skyscraping riffs and sloppy solos, topped with extraordinary lyrics about an out-of-focus America, blurred by pills and powders, of crime and fear and desperation and redemption. Twenty years later, The Hold Steady are one of America's most beloved rock bands, famed for live shows that turn unbelievers into converts and for a catalog filled with some of the most exciting yet poetic music of the twenty-first century. To mark those twenty years, The Hold Steady tell their full story. An oral history, based on interviews with everyone who has played in the band, and those who have worked with them over the course of their career, The Gospel of the Hold Steady addresses all the triumphs and setbacks of The Hold Steady's career in the band's own words?from high times to near deaths, from the brink of splitting to their current renaissance. The Gospel of The Hold Steady is completed by essays about America's greatest bar band by writers Rob Sheffield, Laura Barton, Isaac Fitzgerald, and Michael Hann, as well as the thoughts and memories of The Unified Scene?the fans who have helped define the band's identity over the years. This is a book for anyone who understands that the magic of rock 'n' roll happens on a stage in a small room with voices raised from the crowd.

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  T-dola 7

  Jason Yonai

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  T-DOLA 7 is narrated by Jason D. Yonai a.k.a KazeLoon which talks about his time locked up and on the streets in his younger years. This audiobook contains 19 Chapters narrated by KazeLoon for K.D Lean Inc. publishing.

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  Fast Cheap & Under Control -...

  John Gaspard

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  Twenty years later, the secrets are still gold. 
  When Fast, Cheap & Under Control first hit shelves in 2006, it became the underground handbook for a generation of indie filmmakers. Now, two decades on, this 20th Anniversary Special Edition proves the lessons inside aren't just timeless—they're more essential than ever. 
  What's changed? Technology. Platforms. Distribution. 
  What hasn't? The grit, ingenuity, and sheer determination it takes to make a great film with nothing but vision and hustle. 
  Inside, you'll find:Exclusive interviews with legends like Steven Soderbergh, Roger Corman, Jon Favreau, Henry Jaglom, Kasi Lemons, Dan O'Bannon, Bob Odenkirk and moreOver 100 images bringing the stories to life40+ links to trailers, scenes, and supplementary material—turning this book into an interactive master classReal-world case studies from 33 groundbreaking low-budget films—from Clerks and El Mariachi to The Blair Witch Project and sex, lies, and videotapeField-tested lessons from the author's own four features—proof that these principles work in the real world, on set, in the edit room, and on screen 
  Whether you're shooting on your phone or scraping together a micro-budget, this is your master class in turning limitations into strengths. 
  No film school required. Just this book. 
  Roger Corman called it the textbook for his legendary filmmaking school. Now it's your turn to learn from the best.

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  Unearthed Truths - The...

  Felipe Chavarro Polanía

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  "Unearthed Truths" is your invitation to join the ranks of intrepid archaeologists and scholars as they unearth artifacts and explore ancient sites that corroborate the narratives found in the Bible. From the dusty plains of Mesopotamia to the sun-soaked stones of Jerusalem, each chapter is a testament to the tireless quest for truth, offering listeners a unique blend of thrilling discoveries, scholarly insights, and profound reflections on the enduring power of faith. 
  This audiobook is more than just a collection of archaeological findings; it's a compelling narrative that weaves together the threads of history, theology, and science to paint a holistic picture of the Bible's authenticity. Whether you're a devout believer, a curious skeptic, or somewhere in between, "Unearthed Truths" offers a fascinating and accessible exploration of the evidence that supports the historical foundation of the Bible. 
  Prepare to have your curiosity ignited and your faith enriched by "Unearthed Truths: The Archaeological Quest for the Bible's Eternal Veracity." This audiobook doesn't just tell a story; it invites you on an adventure—a quest for knowledge and faith that promises to enlighten, challenge, and inspire. Join us on this extraordinary journey through the sands of time, and discover the tangible proof of the Bible's timeless truth.

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