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Discover the rich history of Nashville's music scene with "The Storyteller's Nashville" by Tom T. Hall. This captivating trade paperback explores the heart and soul of a city that once thrived on heartfelt storytelling and genuine artistry. In a world where the glitz and glamour often overshadow true talent, Hall takes a nostalgic journey back to a time when Nashville was a gritty, vibrant hub for aspiring musicians and songwriters. This edition captures the essence of the 'hairy-legged town' where raw struggles fueled creative brilliance, providing readers with an invaluable window into the genesis of country music. With insightful anecdotes and vivid storytelling, Hall's work not only recounts his experiences but also preserves the legacy of the creative spirits who shaped a musical landscape. Ideal for fans of country music history, this book is a must-read for anyone wishing to understand the evolution of Music City and the artists who lived its narrative. With its brand-new condition and a 2023 publication year from Blue Hills Press, this trade paperback makes a perfect addition to your collection or a thoughtful gift for music enthusiasts. Shipping is free, and delivery can be expected in up to 6 weeks from order placement. Embrace the storytelling roots of country music and celebrate the legends of Nashville with "The Storyteller's Nashville."
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781951217037
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Blue Hills Press
Description:
The Nashville we know today is a glitzy big business characterized by entertainment lawyers, social media strategies, and buff, shiny entertainers writing about pick-up trucks, tractors, and dirt roads in air-conditioned, corporate offices. But, back before the coats of glamour and media spotlights, Nashville was a very different place.
“The Storyteller’s Nashville” is about a fabled town that once was, but no longer exists. The Nashville that Tom T. Hall wrote about -- the “hairy-legged town” where hungry, broke musicians searched for their next meal, pill-popping pickers scammed their next hit, and writers found art in moments of quiet, solitary desperation - is the true foundation upon which today’s modern Music City rests. “The Storyteller’s Nashville” is also about a man whose songs irrevocably altered the history of that same town as well as the music for which it remains best known. And, while “The Storyteller’s Nashville” is no longer an up-to-date picture of Music City, it is a valuable window into the nature of the art and creation during its formative days. In the early 1980s, someone asked Johnny Cash what Nashville was really like. Cash said, “Just read The Storyteller’s Nashville by Tom T. Hall. Everything you need to know is in there.”
Tom T. Hall is a Country Music Hall of Famer for many reasons, including the hit songs he wrote, his three decades as a popular entertainer, and the fact that he and a wild-eyed pack of youngsters that included Kris Kristofferson, Roger Miller, Mickey Newbury and John Hartford elevated the language of country music from simple tales into something akin to literature. The won
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781951217037
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: Blue Hills Press
Description:
The Nashville we know today is a glitzy big business characterized by entertainment lawyers, social media strategies, and buff, shiny entertainers writing about pick-up trucks, tractors, and dirt roads in air-conditioned, corporate offices. But, back before the coats of glamour and media spotlights, Nashville was a very different place.
“The Storyteller’s Nashville” is about a fabled town that once was, but no longer exists. The Nashville that Tom T. Hall wrote about -- the “hairy-legged town” where hungry, broke musicians searched for their next meal, pill-popping pickers scammed their next hit, and writers found art in moments of quiet, solitary desperation - is the true foundation upon which today’s modern Music City rests. “The Storyteller’s Nashville” is also about a man whose songs irrevocably altered the history of that same town as well as the music for which it remains best known. And, while “The Storyteller’s Nashville” is no longer an up-to-date picture of Music City, it is a valuable window into the nature of the art and creation during its formative days. In the early 1980s, someone asked Johnny Cash what Nashville was really like. Cash said, “Just read The Storyteller’s Nashville by Tom T. Hall. Everything you need to know is in there.”
Tom T. Hall is a Country Music Hall of Famer for many reasons, including the hit songs he wrote, his three decades as a popular entertainer, and the fact that he and a wild-eyed pack of youngsters that included Kris Kristofferson, Roger Miller, Mickey Newbury and John Hartford elevated the language of country music from simple tales into something akin to literature. The won