In this richly detailed and prodigiously researched book, jazz scholar and musician Ricky Riccardi reveals for the first time the genius and remarkable achievements of the last 25 years of Louis Armstrong’s life, providing along the way a comprehensive study of one of the best-known and most accomplished jazz stars of our time. Much has been written about Armstrong, but the majority of it focuses on the early and middle stages of his career. During the last third of his career, Armstrong was often dismissed as a buffoonish if popular entertainer. Riccardi shows us instead the inventiveness and depth of his music during this time. These are the years of his highest-charting hits, including “Mack the Knife” and “Hello, Dolly"; the famed collaborations with Ella Fitzgerald and Duke Ellington; and his legendary recordings with the All Stars. An eminently readable and insightful book, What a Wonderful World completes and enlarges our understanding of one of America’s greatest and most beloved musical icons.
America""the most violent nation on Earth! How did the USA go from being the richest and most blessed nation on earth to the most violent nation and so deeply in debt to other nations? If God tested this nation, would we (the body of Christ of this nation) pass his test? How can this nation receive all of God's blessings again? Read this book for the answers, along with your Bible!
The Rap Photography of Ricky Powell A fabulous collection of photographs from rap's legendary photographer. Includes Run DMC, LL Cool J, Public Enemy, Chuck D, Cypress Hill, Wu Tang Clan etc. Over 80 photos with more than 50 in full colour. Ricky is one of the best photographers I've ever worked with - and I've worked with a lot.' - LL Cool J
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