Bobby Womack : my story, 1944-2014
Bobby Womack (Author), Robert Ashton (Author)
Bobby Womack ... died on 27 June 2014, aged 70. In a career that spanned two centuries and seven decades, the soul singer, songwriter and guitarist carved a niche for himself that has rarely been equalled ... his talent helped him to escape the ghetto and become a star, with 30 million record sales to his name ... From finding success with his family gospel group The Valentinos and being whipped into shape by James Brown and Jimi Hendrix on the 'chitlin' circuit', to recording with Wilson Pickett, Eric Clapton and Elvis Presley, Womack's stellar career wove a colourful path through the history of soul, rock and R & B music. His collaborations with other musicians read like a roll of honour, from Aretha Franklin and Ray Charles to the Rolling Stones and Damon Albarn. Success came at a price, however ... His escape was to turn to drugs ... But Womack's talent, searing guitar and soulful voice always survived. Cited as an influence by myriad musicians, even in death he remains the epitome of cool"--Publisher's description
Print Book, English, 2014
[New edition]
John Blake, London, 2014