Rhythm and the Blues : : a Life in American Music

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On Shelf At: Downtown Library

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An Atlantic Soul submitted by amy on July 3, 2012, 1:47pm Jerry Wexler is the guy who gave "Mack the Knife" to Bobby Darin, "Under the Boardwalk" to the Drifters, and convinced Wilson Pickett to emphasize the second beat in "In the Midnight Hour." He championed the southern sounds of Muscle Shoals, nurtured the gospel roots of burgeoning soul artist Aretha Franklin, and brought Dusty to Memphis. This last act alone was reason enough to pique my interest in his autobiography, for Wexler had a reputation as a nurturing producer, beloved by many artists and admired by others in the industry for his knowledge of the business and his passion for music. Along with brothers Nesuhi and Ahmet Ertegun, he defined the golden years of Atlantic Records through the 50s, 60s and 70s. Like all good autobiographies (this is co-written with David Ritz), Wexler infuses a particular period of recent history with the drama of his own personal history. He doesn't shy away from the mistakes - or the tragedies - and surprises with a good ear for language.