78 Blues

Discover the transformative journey of music in 78 Blues by John Minton, published by the University Press of Mississippi in 2011. This compelling paperback spans 304 pages, delving into the revolutionary impact of early recording technology on musical performance and audience experience. Minton meticulously examines hundreds of pivotal "hillbilly" and "race" records released from the 1920s through World War II, illuminating how these records reshaped the landscape of American music. As record executives traveled from Chicago and invited musicians to New York studios, they unknowingly altered the dynamics of performance forever. 78 Blues is an essential read for music enthusiasts and historians alike, offering rich insights into a critical era of musical evolution.