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Upside Your Head! Rhythm and Blues on Central Avenue

3.6/5 ( ratings)

A passionate memoir by legendary bandleader and musician Otis, who recalls the sheer joy and energy of the blues--and the stifling ugliness of racism. During Otis' 50-year career, he encountered, discovered, or performed with every significant figure in the early days of R&B and rock and roll. 75 illustrations.

Language: English

Pages: 174

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Wesleyan University Press/University Press of New England

Release: November 19, 1993

ISBN: 0819562874

ISBN 13: 9780819562876

Upside Your Head! Rhythm and Blues on Central Avenue

3.6/5 ( ratings)

A passionate memoir by legendary bandleader and musician Otis, who recalls the sheer joy and energy of the blues--and the stifling ugliness of racism. During Otis' 50-year career, he encountered, discovered, or performed with every significant figure in the early days of R&B and rock and roll. 75 illustrations.

Language: English

Pages: 174

Format: Paperback

Publisher: Wesleyan University Press/University Press of New England

Release: November 19, 1993

ISBN: 0819562874

ISBN 13: 9780819562876

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