RELEASED 14.9.2010
Recorded 1983-85 and features performances by Sam Moore, Sheer Delight, Brook Benton, Scatman Crothers, Mary Wells and many more.

Description:

Rhythm and Blues (now called R&B) can trace its roots directly from Jazz, Ragtime, and the old black Gospel and Spiritual standards. The narrative form and rich beat of these forms also form the basis for today's RAP and Hip-Hop. The emphasis on rhythm and storytelling has always been part of what made this music popular reflecting the sum of the Black experience in a way that is truly unique and American. The America's Music Legacy series was recorded 1983-85 and produced by 20TH Century Home Entertainment. It showcases the musical legends performing the songs that continue to attract and entice the whole world, because they truly are the best of all that is America. The program is hosted by Billy Eckstine and features performances by Sam Moore, Sheer Delight, Brook Benton, Scatman Crothers, Mary Wells, and many more.

Track Listing/Features:

• Little Mama - Mr. Saturday Night - In My Solitude - I'm Beginning to See the Light - Jelly Jelly Blues - Pretty One
• film clip
• 5-10-15 More - Teardrops
• Summertime - Circles
• I Wish You Love
• Call Me Irresponsible
• Getting to the Good Part - Medley: The Man That Got Away and The Man That I Love
• Boll Weevil - Thank You Pretty Baby - Rainy Night in Georgia
• film clip
• Ain't She Sweet - Mean Dog Blues - End Of The Road
• My Guy - Two Lovers - Gigolo
• Little Green Apples - Stormy Monday - Honey
• Soul Man - I've Been Loving You - Hold On, I'm Coming