Sing to Me
Title | Sing to Me PDF eBook |
Author | LA Reid |
Publisher | Harper Collins |
Pages | 334 |
Release | 2016-02-02 |
Genre | Biography & Autobiography |
ISBN | 0062274775 |
In this long-awaited memoir, illustrated with over 100 never-before-seen photos from his personal collection, the groundbreaking record producer chronicles his struggles, his success, and the celebrated artists that made him a legend. Over the last twenty-five years, legendary music producer and record man LA Reid—the man behind artists such as Toni Braxton, Kanye West, Rihanna, TLC, Outkast, Mariah Carey, Pink, Justin Bieber, and Usher—has changed the music business forever. In addition to discovering some of the biggest pop stars on the planet, he has shaped some of the most memorable and unforgettable hits of the last two generations, creating an impressive legacy of talent discovery and hit records. Now, for the first time, he tells his story, taking fans on an intimate tour of his life, as he chronicles the fascinating journey from his small-town R&B roots in Cincinnati, Ohio, and his work as a drummer to his fame as a Grammy Award-winning music producer and his gig as a judge on the hit reality show, The X Factor. In Sing to Me, Reid goes behind the scenes of the music industry, charting his rise to fame and sharing stories of the countless artists he’s met, nurtured, and molded into stars. With fascinating insight into the early days of artists as diverse as TLC, Usher, Pink, Kanye West, and Justin Bieber, his story offers a detailed look at what life was like for stars at the start of their meteoric rise and how he always seemed to know who would be the next big thing. What emerges is a captivating portrait from the inside of popular music evolution over the last three decades. Part music memoir, part business story of climbing to the top, this beautifully designed book, jam packed with photos, showcases Reid's trademark passion and ingenuity and introduces a multifaceted genius who continues to shape pop culture today.
Sing with Me: The Story of Selena Quintanilla
Title | Sing with Me: The Story of Selena Quintanilla PDF eBook |
Author | Diana López |
Publisher | National Geographic Books |
Pages | 0 |
Release | 2021-07-20 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0593110951 |
An exuberant picture book celebrating the life and legacy of Selena Quintanilla, beloved Queen of Tejano music. From a very early age, young Selena knew how to connect with people and bring them together with music. Sing with Me follows Selena's rise to stardom, from front-lining her family's band at rodeos and quinceañeras to performing in front of tens of thousands at the Houston Astrodome. Young readers will be empowered by Selena's dedication--learning Spanish as a teenager, designing her own clothes, and traveling around the country with her family--sharing her pride in her Mexican-American roots and her love of music and fashion with the world.
Promise That You Will Sing About Me
Title | Promise That You Will Sing About Me PDF eBook |
Author | Miles Marshall Lewis |
Publisher | St. Martin's Press |
Pages | 352 |
Release | 2021-09-28 |
Genre | Music |
ISBN | 1250231698 |
A stunning, in-depth look at the power and poetry of one of the most consequential rappers of our time. Kendrick Lamar is one of the most influential rappers, songwriters and record producers of his generation. Widely known for his incredible lyrics and powerful music, he is regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time. In Promise That You Will Sing About Me, pop culture critic and music journalist Miles Marshall Lewis explores Kendrick Lamar’s life, his roots, his music, his lyrics, and how he has shaped the musical landscape. With incredible graphic design, quotes, lyrics and commentary from Ta-Nehisi Coates, Alicia Garza and more, this book provides an in-depth look at how Kendrick came to be the powerhouse he is today and how he has revolutionized the industry from the inside.
Sing Me the Songs of Christmas
Title | Sing Me the Songs of Christmas PDF eBook |
Author | Geron Davis |
Publisher | |
Pages | 56 |
Release | 2017-05 |
Genre | |
ISBN | 9780834185142 |
Let the celebration of Christmas ring forth this year with the newly-released musical, Sing Me the Songs of Christmas.
Sing You Home
Title | Sing You Home PDF eBook |
Author | Jodi Picoult |
Publisher | Simon and Schuster |
Pages | 477 |
Release | 2011-03 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 1439102724 |
Ten years of infertility issues culminate in the destruction of music therapist Zoe Baxter's marriage, after which she falls in love with another woman and wants to start a family, but her ex-husband, Max, stands in the way.
We All Sing With the Same Voice
Title | We All Sing With the Same Voice PDF eBook |
Author | J. Philip Miller |
Publisher | Harper Collins |
Pages | 44 |
Release | 2005-01-04 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0060739002 |
We all sing with the same voice, And we sing in harmony! The familiar words to this joyful song combine with vibrant illustrations to celebrate the idea that no matter where children live, what they look like, or what they do, they're all the same where it counts -- at heart. "We All Sing with the Same Voice" was aired and continues to be seen on Sesame Street, the celebrated educational children's television show produced by Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization. Paul Meisel is the illustrator of many popular books for children, including how to talk to your cat by Jean Craighead George.
Let Me Sing You Gentle Songs
Title | Let Me Sing You Gentle Songs PDF eBook |
Author | Linda Olsson |
Publisher | Penguin Random House New Zealand Limited |
Pages | 208 |
Release | 2005-08-26 |
Genre | Fiction |
ISBN | 1742539262 |
A stunning first novel that was to become an international bestseller. Veronika, a writer in her early thirties, rents a house in the Swedish countryside to finish her novel. She is also cocooning herself from her past. She befriends Astrid, a reclusive older woman who has lived in the village all her life. Olsson leads us through the flowering of their unusual and tender friendship, as they slowly and carefully reveal their life histories and sometimes heart-rending pasts. The Swedish landscape is always a powerful presence and measures the progress of the women's relationship; as the icy winter and bare trees give way to spring and then summer, the women's friendship deepens. Also available as an eBook