Ralph Peer and the Making of Popular Roots Music

Explore Peer's innovative business strategies and his passion for roots music, as he navigated the complexities of the music industry. From the Bristol Sessions to the popularization of Latin American rhythms, this book reveals how Peer's vision transformed our understanding of pop music. Perfect for music enthusiasts, historians, and anyone seeking inspiration from a true industry pioneer.

Barry Mazor is a longtime music, media, and business journalist. He is a regular contributor to the Wall Street Journal and to the online music magazine medium/cuepoint, and is the author of Connie Smith: Just for What I Am and Meeting Jimmie Rodgers. He is the former senior editor and columnist for No Depression magazine and his work has appeared in numerous publications, including American Songwriter, the Nashville Scene, the Village Voice, and the Washington Post. He was awarded the Charlie Lamb Award for Excellence in Country Music Journalism in 2008. He lives in Nashville, Tennessee.

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