Bøker av Robert F. Reynolds

The Way I Walk: The Music of Jack Scott tells how the Canadian-born son of an Italian immigrant grew up to become one of the leading rockabilly voices of the era and how he got lost in the shuffle as the music continued to evolve. As Scott racked up hit after hit, deejays flipped his records over and his B-sides also climbed the charts. During 1958, all six sides of his three singles scored in the top 100 with two of them being top ten and a third side topped out at number 11. Canada claims Scott as its "greatest rock and roll singer of all time," however, he was a Detroiter by the time his hits began rolling in. Other artists with far fewer recording achievements found their way into the R&R HOF, but Scott continues to be ignored.What in the World's Come Over You; Burning Bridges; Goodbye Baby; The Way I Walk; Go Wild Little Sadie; Leroy; Geraldine, My True Love, are but a few of his classic early rockers. You may not recognize his name but you certainly know his songs!

Like many young men, Bobby Goldsboro's enviable music career came about by chance. Playing in a local band while attending college, rock great Roy Orbison hired Bobby's band to back him. What begin as a temporary gig turned into one of the longest-lasting careers of the pop/rock era. Soon Goldsboro was recording on his own. Among his many time-proven hits are: Honey, Broomstick Cowboy, Summer (the First Time), Watching Scotty Grow, I'm a Drifter, The Straight Life, See the Funny Little Clown, and a host of other memorable gems. Before long, Bobby was not only turning out hit records, he was hosting his own successful TV variety show. As his music career wound down, he turned his skill to painting. He is an accomplished artist with paintings gracing public places across the South. The Music of Bobby Goldsboro relates his story from small town kid to music legend, TV personality and artist. It's a story you won't want to miss.

PRAIRIE LIFE IN THE LATE 1800S IS WROUGHT WITH HARDSHIP. NEAR STILLER'S CREEK, THE STAID LIVES OF MANY GO AWRY WHEN TRAGEDY STRIKES. JOIN THE RUGGED FOLKS WHO INHABIT THE SPARSELY POPULATED AREA AS THEY ENCOUNTER NATURE'S WRATH AND WITNESS HUMAN CRUELTY. BACKBREAKING LABOR, HEARTRENDING MISFORTUNES, AND ROUTINE SUFFERING ARE EXPECTED IF ONE IS TO ENDURE. WHO WILL PERSIST THE CATASTROPHIC EVENTS AND WHAT WILL BE THE OUTCOME OF THEIR LIVES? WHO DESERVES COMPASSION? WHO DESEVERES BLAME? SADDLE UP AND TAKE A READER'S ROUSING JOURNEY TO STILLER'S CREEK!

Vanilla Doo-wop highlights several white fifties/sixties vocal groups, telling how they came to be, discusses their music, and provides discographies of the records they released. From Dion and the Belmonts, The Passions, The Tokens, The Critters, the Royal Teens, and many more, it's a great read for those interested in popular music from that era. Many of their records reached the highest rungs of the charts and others barely scratched the surface. Over the years these groups gave us great listening pleasure. Their memorable music still stands strong today. Check out the incredible stories of many groups that make up Vanilla Doo-wop...

A young serviceman experiences hardship in his attempt to marry a Vietnamese girl, as his tour in the perilous, war torn country nears its end. Liberty restrictions and military police enforcement make it difficult for them to be together. As night falls, he slips away from the base to meet her family and offer his marriage proposal. Before he can leave the village, curfew sets in leaving him stranded in the off-limits area. Danger lurks within the shadowy depths of the village, but he must get safely back to the base without being apprehended by the authorities. Follow along in this passionate tale of love and danger in A PERILOUS PLACE!

Three English/Australian brothers, Barry, Maurice and Robin Gibb, ran off a string of hit records during the late sixties. Many soon proclaimed them the second-coming of The Beatles. However, nothing prepared the music industry for what would occur a few years later when their manager asked them to write a some songs for a movie he was producing. With little more than a working movie title (Saturday Night Fever) and a generic plot, in a weekend's time at a French chalet, the Gibbs quickly wrote several modern day classics, including "How Deep is Your Love" and "Stayin' Alive." Before this run was over, the Bee Gees had scored an incredible feat of six consecutive number one records. Furthermore, younger brother Andy GIbb would achieve an unprecedented record of chart toppers with his first three records. The Music of the Bee Gees tells about the incredible story and songs the boys wrote and recorded during their storied 40+ year career. Included are discographies for each brother and for the Bee Gees, collectively.

A small fishing boat carrying contraband is found at the bottom of Thunder Bay. Thus begins the quest to find where the life-threatening cargo originated and what its purpose was. Thunder Bay is an exciting tale of intrigue, with a hint of romance.

Bobby Vee got his "lucky break" after the infamous crash of the plane Buddy Holly was riding went down in an Iowa cornfield, killing all aboard. Auditions were quickly held to find temporary replacements so the Winter Dance Party tour could go on. That ill-fated opportunity eventually led to a recording contract for the Fargo, ND teenager. Shortly, hit records began to come. Take Good Care of My Baby, Run to Him, Sharing You, Rubber Ball, The Night Has a Thousand Eyes, Come Back When You Grow Up and many others made Bobby one of the biggest stars of his day. Read all about his surprising rise to fame and his legendary music career in The Music of Bobby Vee.

The son of a Southern California horse trainer, John Stewart was a gifted musician who spread his talents across many genres. He grew up idolizing Elvis Presley. But along came the Kingston Trio and by age 20, Stewart became the Trio's fourth member when Dave Guard left the highly popular group. Stewart and his future wife, Buffy Ford, joined Robert Kennedy's presidential compaign, only to have it cut short when an assassin's bullet took down Kennedy. Shortly, Stewart's classic solo album, California Bloodlines, came out to critical acclaim. His music was an eclectic blend of folk and country, with an occasional dash of rock tossed in. His sound became known as "Americana." He sang of common folks and common places, historical events as well as current. Stewart scored top hits as a member of the Kingston Trio and as a solo artist. He composed the Monkees' number one pop hit, "Daydream Believer," and Rosanne Cash's number one country hit, "Runaway Train." No slouch at rock, Stewart's recording of "Gold" became number five on the pop charts. Its accompanying LP reached number ten. Themes in his more than 650 songs varied widely. He sang of "Omaha Rainbows," "Missouri Birds," "Chilly Winds," gypsy girls named Shannon, driving race horses stone blind, his beloved "Mother Country," a loner named "Willard," a "Lonesome Picker," and countless more memorable tunes. Yet, he is unknown to many outside the music industry. Dreamer, poet, social narrator, and legendary singer/musician, John Coburn Stewart - the "Lonesome Picker."

Michigan's historic Mackinac Island is considered the gem of the Great Lakes. Victorian-style homes, historic military forts and limestone formations grace the island. Michigan Highway M-185 circles the island even though its only traffic are horse-drawn carriages and bicycles--motorized vehicles are prohibited.Mackinac Island is peaceful, serene and a major summer vacation destination. The story: Two hundred years before, a fortune disappeared when American colonial forces recapture Mackinac Island from British occupiers. Through chance encounters, a modern day trio of ne'er-do-wells come together to share a house. Summer tourist season arrives and with it come scores of island visitors. Devious, tough-as-nails Josie, invites companions Wayland and Diggs to visit the island. The men happen upon a life-altering discovery. Companionship soon declines into primal instincts, greed and cruelty. Double crosses abound, sinking readers to unforeseen depths in this thrilling island mystery.