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Writer & Arkansas native Robert Palmer (b. 1945) died this date in 1997.
Musician, wrote for Rolling Stone & NYT, his “Deep Blues” is one of the best overviews of classic blues. I first read it in college, then followed Palmer’s footsteps...
#BluesMusicWriter & Arkansas native Robert Palmer (b. 1945) died this date in 1997. Musician, wrote for Rolling Stone & NYT, his “Deep Blues” is one of the best overviews of classic blues. I first read it in college, then followed Palmer’s footsteps...
#BluesMusicWriter & Arkansas native Robert Palmer (b. 1945) died this date in 1997. Musician, wrote for Rolling Stone & NYT, his “Deep Blues” is one of the best overviews of classic blues. I first read it in college, then followed Palmer’s footsteps...
...to the places and people in the book.
I can honestly say this book changed my life. The copy pictured is my 10th or so; I’ve given many away as a blues proselytizer.
*the dog tried to eat the cover.
Palmer’s widow came to visit Sonny Payne (KFFA DJ) once, but I never got to meet Robert.
Another book, I think this was a companion to a BBC series.
Also a record producer; here on this Junior Kimbrough album.
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