Billy Murray: The Phonograph Industry's First Great Recording Artist

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Billy Murray: The Phonograph Industry's First Great Recording Artist

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The authors trace the life of this seminal recording artist from his childhood to the crest of his fame in New York where he worked for Edison, Victor, and other record labels. The appendixes provide a wealth of detailed information on this great artist as well as the early recording industry. They include ratings of pioneer era recording artists, a Billy Murray discography, an analysis and commentary on selected recordings, and listings of archives and private collections specializing in Billy Murray and acoustic era recordings.

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superb...No other study rivals this extensive exploration...This study is a masterpiece. It not only highlights the life and career of a mysteriously unheralded yet immensely popular singer, but it also illuminates an American musical culture

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