Nash's gently probing curiosity draws out small insights and occasional revelations, making the stars seem much less distant.
Behind Closed Doors
Talking with the Legends of Country Music
Description
Interviews with 27 country stars reveal the range of personalities and viewpoints that make up today's country music scene. Journalist Alanna Nash speaks in candid interviews with performers about Nashville's music industry, changes in the country audience over the past thirty years, and their own releationships to their music. Nash's interviews showcase the diversity of the performers (from college-educated professionals to ex-convicts) and their audiences. Interviewees include Tammy Wynette, Merle Haggard, Brenda Lee, Reba McEntire, Loretta Lynn, Dolly Parton, Conway Twitty, Naomi and Wynonna Judd, Bill Monroe, Steve Earle, Emmylou Harris, Hank Williams Jr., Chet Atkins, and Willie Nelson.
Reviews
A book I found hard to put down, I was riveted to its pages for a full weekend and come Monday I wanted to start all over again.
A modern history of the industry, full of lively anecdotes, and all but devoid of show-biz bull.
Prepare for some real twists and turns!
