The Harmony Illustrated Encyclopedia of Country Music

The Harmony Illustrated Encyclopedia of Country Music by Dellar, Fred, et al. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780517565032.

From the "The essential reference to countrys pioneers, superstars, and hottest new performers – totally revised, with more than 450 entries and 500 photographs. The rich heritage of country music is preserved here in definitive profiles of the performers who created it. Hank Williams, Jimmy Rogers, Patsy Cline, Johnny Cash, George Jones, the Carter Family, and dozens more are featured in authoritative reviews of their contributions, with classic photos and recommendations of their best recording now available. Theres information too on the latest triumphs and career directions of Dolly, Merle, Tammy, Willie, Loretta, Kenny, and Waylon to bring you up to date on todays superstars. Introducing the bold new generation of country stars are all new entries on Janie Fricke, Reba McEntire, the Oak Ridge Boys, Alabama, John Conlee, the Judds, and Larry Gatlin."