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Kingsbury, Paul : Vinyl Hayride: Country Music Album Covers 1947-1989

Chronicle Books, U.S.A., 2003

ISBN 0811835723

XL. Book is in excellent condition. Binding is solid and square, covers have sharp corners, exterior shows no blemishes, text/interior is clean and free of marking of any kind. A sweeping kaleidoscope of rhinestones . neon . flashy cars . and guitars . this visually stunning book surveys the album art of the entire country music genre . from 1947 to 1989 . From the whimsical cartoon illustrations of the 1940s . to the classic photographs of the 1950s 'glitter' era . through the 70s and on to the glamour photos of the 1980s . this is a one-of-a-kind collection . of more than 250 classic album covers . unearthed from the vaults of the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum . Some lesser knowns plus country music's biggest stars, including . Johnny Cash . Patsy Cline . Loretta Lynn . Roy Acuff, Hank Williams, Bill Monroe, Dolly Parton & more . A must-have for graphic artists and music fans alike . Vinyl Hay Ride captures the very heart and soul of country music . For anyone who has ever listened to country records or radio, or watched their favorite bands perform on the Grand Ol Opry and other TV Shows, this book will provide hours of enjoyment . And if you've never seen the albums of the great days of the ' golden age ' of country . well, you're in for a treat ! . " Vinyl Hayride - Country Music Album Covers 1947 - 1989. Very large format with many full page covers, 128 pages, all color. Heavy on fringe and rinestones, often over-the-top.. Book Condition: Near Fine. Binding: Oversize Paperback

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