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In Close Harmony: The Story of the Louvin Brothers

Charles K. Wolfe

3.7/5 ( ratings)

The authoritative Grove Dictionary of American Music says they are "probably the greatest traditional country duo in history." The music of the Louvin Brother has influenced almost all revered rock-and-roll singers and country singers, from the Everly Brothers to Emmylou Harris.The essence of country music for many aficionados is harmony singing, and country harmony, for most of these, is synonymous with the blended voices of Ira and Charles Louvin.

This book is the first full study of the Louvin Brothers' remarkable career and of their rich, complex music. Based on extensive research, including substantial interviews with Charles, the surviving brother, In Close Harmony provides a detailed portrait of the Louvins and the turbulent country-music world of the 1950s.

Language: English

Pages: 164

Format: Paperback

Publisher: University Press of Mississippi

Release: December 01, 1996

ISBN: 0878058923

ISBN 13: 9780878058921

In Close Harmony: The Story of the Louvin Brothers

Charles K. Wolfe

3.7/5 ( ratings)

The authoritative Grove Dictionary of American Music says they are "probably the greatest traditional country duo in history." The music of the Louvin Brother has influenced almost all revered rock-and-roll singers and country singers, from the Everly Brothers to Emmylou Harris.The essence of country music for many aficionados is harmony singing, and country harmony, for most of these, is synonymous with the blended voices of Ira and Charles Louvin.

This book is the first full study of the Louvin Brothers' remarkable career and of their rich, complex music. Based on extensive research, including substantial interviews with Charles, the surviving brother, In Close Harmony provides a detailed portrait of the Louvins and the turbulent country-music world of the 1950s.

Language: English

Pages: 164

Format: Paperback

Publisher: University Press of Mississippi

Release: December 01, 1996

ISBN: 0878058923

ISBN 13: 9780878058921

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