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| "Tom Dooley: The Story Behind the Ballad" tells the story of what happened when Tom Dooley came home after the Civil War to find his true love married to another man. The Kingston Trio's hit song "Tom Dooley, " recorded in 1958, was based on this legend This book reads like a fiction novel - which makes the story even more interesting - yet it is over 85% factual. This book is a very in-depth account of the actual Tom Dooley Story. With a forward by Bob Shane! | |
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| 45 Years of Tomm's life in broadcasting and his time spent with Chinito Productions and Xeres Records (Kingston Trio recording companies), travelling with Bob Shane, George Grove and Roger Gambill and the rest of the guys and having a blast. A special introduction was written for Tomm by his longtime friend, Bob Shane, plus included are some long-lost and never before seen Xeres photos. According to Bob Shane, this should be a fun read for all. | |
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| What has become of the talented people who composed and performed all our old favorites? How have they lived their lives in the decades since their songs were pressed into the grooves of vinyl records and brought them fame? Learn about the lives of more than two dozen performers in "Where Have All the Pop Stars Gone?" Vol 1. Conversations the authors had with them, as well as producers, managers and family members, reveal fascinating behind-the-scenes glimpses into the lives of these creative, talented people. Each chapter celebrates the musical achievement of each soloist or group, and includes authorized autobiographical profiles describing the childhood and adult lives of each of the performers. A fantastic read! | |
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