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Blues all around me : the autobiography of B.B. King
by B. B King
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28 editions published between 1996 and 2011 in English and Finnish and held by 1,299 libraries worldwide Riley B. King grew up amidst the cotton farms of Mississippi, picking in the fields. At age 21 he wrecked a tractor and took it as a sign that a brighter future awaited him as a musician in Memphis. The rest is history. Recounting his days as a disk jockey and pioneering bluesman on the rhythm and blues circuit, B. B. dramatizes his whirlwind adventures, from the Memphis of the forties to the Moscow of the nineties, in a voice that is both raw and real. A deeply sensuous and sensitive soul, he discloses his complex relationship to women and sexuality, and chronicles his first-hand experience with racism, the Civil Rights movement, and the shifting politics of show business.
Genius loves company
by Ray Charles
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6 editions published in 2004 in English and held by 1,033 libraries worldwide Enhanced CD. Program notes included. Ray Charles, vocals and piano; in duets with various performers.
Riding with the King
by B. B King
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18 editions published between 2000 and 2001 in 3 languages and held by 878 libraries worldwide The collaboration between rock and blues legends Eric Clapton and B.B. King includes signature songs such as Three O'Clock Blues; Help the Poor; and more.
Play [the guitar album
by Brad Paisley
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1 edition published in 2008 in English and held by 684 libraries worldwide Paisley's seventh studio album is his first instrumental album. Features a variety of music styles, including jazz and heavy metal, as well as guests such as Keith Urban, Buck Owens, and B.B. King.
John Henry
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10 editions published between 1991 and 2007 in English and held by 679 libraries worldwide Tells the legend of John Henry, the mightiest, doggone greatest nation builder the country's ever seen, who single-handedly defeats the steam drill in a steel-driving competition.
One kind favor
by B. B King
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11 editions published in 2008 in 3 languages and held by 667 libraries worldwide One of the greatest and most respected blues guitarists presents a mixture of old blues covers from his early influences, which is meant to sound similar to his recordings from the 1950s.
The best of 1980-1990
by U2 (Musical group)
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1 edition published in 1998 in English and held by 569 libraries worldwide This album spans the decade and reaches back to 1980's I Will Follow, and follows the group's path throughout the decade to their most dazzling 1988's magnified Rattle and Hum.
Complete Clapton
by Eric Clapton
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2 editions published in 2007 in English and held by 567 libraries worldwide For the first time, Eric Clapton's complete career, from Cream to his solo work, is chronicled in one greatest hits collection. Included are such rock classics as I Feel Free; Layla; Tears in Heaven; and more.
Playin' with my friends Bennett sings the blues
by Tony Bennett
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1 edition published in 2001 and held by 543 libraries worldwide
The best of B.B. King
by B. B King
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51 editions published between 1972 and 2010 in 4 languages and held by 527 libraries worldwide
Blues on the bayou
by B. B King
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11 editions published in 1998 in 3 languages and held by 526 libraries worldwide
80
by B. B King
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8 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 491 libraries worldwide The blues master's 80th birthday gift to his fans is his third all-star collaboration. Its dozen tunes are a mix of classics and obscurities from King's past. They include commendable versions of his signature "The Thrill Is Gone," with Eric Clapton trading vocal lines and licks, and Howard Tate's "Ain't Nobody Home," with Daryl Hall answering King's gritty growl. There are obscurities, too, like "Tired of Your Jive," with a jocular Billy Gibbons, and "Hummingbird," transformed into a melodic gem with the assistance of John Mayer. What's surprising is how well King's singing and playing continue to resist the years, especially when he unfurls his hearty voice on "All Over Again" as Mark Knopfler's guitar plays equally soulful foil. And Gloria Estefan is richly colorful duetting on "There Must Be a Better World Somewhere." What's disappointing is the perfunctory quality of King's match-ups with Roger Daltrey ("Never Make Your Move Too Soon") and Elton John ("Rock This House"). Van Morrison, Glenn Frey, Sheryl Crow, and Bobby Bland complete the guest list.
Living proof
by Buddy Guy
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1 edition published in 2010 in English and held by 474 libraries worldwide Features special guests B.B. King and Carlos Santana. The first single, Stay Around a Little Longer, finds Buddy working the first time with the legendary B.B King on a studio release.
Last man standing
by Jerry Lee Lewis
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5 editions published in 2006 in English and Undetermined and held by 469 libraries worldwide
Blue moo 17 jukebox hits from way back never
by Sandra Boynton
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1 edition published in 2008 in English and held by 451 libraries worldwide Grammy-nominated Sandra Boynton's 2008 release is her first since 2004's Philadelphia Chickens. It recreates the fabulous jukebox era with a stack of tunes written by Boynton and her songwriting partner, Michael Ford.
Deuces wild
by B. B King
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11 editions published between 1997 and 1998 in English and Undetermined and held by 444 libraries worldwide
Lightning in a bottle
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2 editions published in 2005 in English and held by 424 libraries worldwide One hundred years ago, the blues was discovered as a musical form. To celebrate, more than 50 musicians gathered in New York City for a benefit concert.
Les Paul chasing sound
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1 edition published in 2007 in English and held by 424 libraries worldwide Guitar wizard, inventor, Les Paul tell his own rags-to-riches story. Includes interviews with B.B. King, Bonnie Raitt, Tony Bennett, Jeff Beck, Merle Haggard, Steve Miller and many more.
Memphis blues
by Cyndi Lauper
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1 edition published in 2010 in English and held by 420 libraries worldwide After more than 20 sterling years and global record sales in excess of 25 million, Cyndi Lauper, creator of timeless hit songs like Time After Time and True Colors, has proven that she has the heart and soul to keep her legion of fans compelled by her every creative move.
Blues summit
by B. B King
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11 editions published between 1993 and 2007 in English and Undetermined and held by 407 libraries worldwide more
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African American musicians African Americans African American singers Animated films Archives Biography Blues (Music) Blues musicians Blues-rock music Brown, James,--1933-2006 Charles, Ray,--1930-2004 Children's films Children's songs Christmas music Compact discs Concert films Country music Criticism, interpretation, etc. Discography Documentary films Documentary television programs Feature films Fiction Filmed performances Folklore Franklin, Aretha Guitarists Guitar music Guitar music (Blues) Holiday, Billie,--1915-1959 Illinois--Chicago Jackson, Mahalia,--1911-1972 Jazz Jazz vocals John Henry (Legendary character) Johnson, Robert Juvenile works King, B. B Little Richard,--1932- Muddy Waters,--1915-1983 Music Music festivals Nonfiction films Popular music Rhythm and blues music Rock music Soul music Tennessee--Memphis United States Video recordings--for the hearing impaired
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Alternative Names
BB King
BB King 1925-....
King, B. B., Blues Boy 1925-
King, Blues Boy.
King, Blues Boy 1925-....
King, R. B. (Riley B.), 1925-
King, Riley, 1925-
King, Riley B.
King, Riley B., 1925-
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