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Country musics debt to African American music has long been recognized. Black musicians have helped to shape the styles of many of the most important performers in the country canon. The partnership between Lesley Riddle and A. P. Carter produced much of the Carter Familys repertoire; the street musician Tee Tot Payne taught a young Hank Williams Sr.; the guitar playing of Arnold Schultz influenced western Kentuckians, including Bill Monroe and Ike Everly. Yet attention to how these and other African Americans enriched the music played by whites has obscured the achievements of black country-music performers and the enjoyment of black listeners.
The contributors to Hidden in the Mix examine how country music became white, how that fictive racialization has been maintained, and how African American artists and fans have used country music to elaborate their own identities. They investigate topics as diverse as the role of race in shaping old-time record catalogues, the transracial West of the hick-hopper Cowboy Troy, and the place of U.S. country music in postcolonial debates about race and resistance. Revealing how music mediates both the ideology and the lived experience of race, Hidden in the Mix challenges the status of country music as the white man’s blues.
Contributors. Michael Awkward, Erika Brady, Barbara Ching, Adam Gussow, Patrick Huber, Charles Hughes, Jeffrey A. Keith, Kip Lornell, Diane Pecknold, David Sanjek, Tony Thomas, Jerry Wever
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Unfortunately, the book didn’t meet my expectations. The writing felt rushed and lacked the depth I was hoping for regarding African American contributions to country music. It just didn’t resonate with me. Wish I could return it!
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Jamal Roberts
Great Insight into Country Music's Roots
Hidden in the Mix is a fantastic read that sheds light on the African American influence in country music. I never realized how rich this history was! Perfect for music lovers and those looking to expand their knowledge.
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Emily Wang
A Must-Read for Music Enthusiasts
As a huge fan of country music, I found this book to be eye-opening. The stories of African American artists often get overlooked, and this book does an excellent job bringing them to the forefront. Definitely worth adding to your collection!
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Carlos Ramirez
Informative but Lacked Depth
I appreciated the content, but I was hoping for more detailed stories and personal accounts. While it’s a great introduction to the topic, deeper exploration would have made it even better. Still, I learned a lot!
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Aisha Thompson
Interesting Perspective, But Packaging Issues
Got my copy of Hidden in the Mix today, and while the book is great, it arrived with a few dents on the cover. Not what I'd expect for a new condition item, but at least the content is good!
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