Marty Robbins: Fast Cars and Country Music - Softcover

Pruett, Barbara J.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0810860368 ISBN 13: 9780810860360

Publisher: Scarecrow Press, 2007

Synopsis

From his first performance in the late 1940s until his early death in 1982, Marty Robbins established himself as one of the most popular and successful singer/songwriters in the latter half of the 20th century. On the country charts, he racked up 15 #1 hits, including the crossover smashes El Paso and A White Sport Coat (and a Pink Carnation).A beloved entertainer, Robbins received honors from every major music association. El Paso became the first Grammy ever awarded to a Country song, while My Woman My Woman My Wife received the 1970 Grammy for Best Country Song. In 1969 Robbins was named artist of the decade by the Academy of Country Music. He was inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1975 and the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1982. In addition to his success as a singer/songwriter, Robbins loved car racing. In the early 1970s he joined the NASCAR circuit and raced the rest of his life.

About this title

About the Author:

Barbara Pruett (MA, California State University, San Jose) has been a librarian and researcher in the entertainment field. Currently a writer and photographer, she has been a member of the Country Music Association since 1982.

Review:

...I cannot recommend this book highly enough. It's a must for all Marty Robbins fans. (Australian Rock 'N' Roll Appreciation Society)

...lovingly detailed... (Billboard)

All Marty Robbins fans will want a copy... (Country Music Parade)

...a definitive piece of research, an essential reference...gives a tremendous insight into the man, his music and his passion for racing. (Country Music People)

...a must for any collection that endeavors to meet the needs of C&W fans..... (Public Library Quarterly)

The bibliography seems extremely well done, and extremely complete...Pruett is a good researcher... (Mla Notes)

...a must for any collection that endeavors to meet the needs of C&W fans. (Public Library Quarterly)

...a Marty Robbins-buff's dream come true!...well worth it. (Variety)

...a fine writer...excellent study...a worthy tribute to the man. (Coast Book Review Service)

...researchers can have a field day with this... (Journal Of Country Music)

About this edition

• Publisher: Scarecrow Press
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0810860368
• ISBN 13: 9780810860360
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 622