Name: People Funny Boy The Genius of Lee 'Scratch' Perry
Brand: David Katz

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9781399601542

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Hardback

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Limited edition

Release date

2021-12-14

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Hachette

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David Katz

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Music

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White Rabbit

David Katz is an American classical violinist and conductor. He is known for his leadership of The Pop Arts Strings, the Lo Hakavod Choir, and the Avner & Rachel Boskey. With a passion for music, David has captivated audiences with his exceptional talent and artistry.
As a highly respected musician in the industry, David Katz has collaborated with renowned artists such as Deborah Kline-Iantorno, Lev Shelo with Corry Bell, Elana Watson, Chuck King, Meha Shamayim, Carolyn Hyde, Roy Kendall, Les Morrison, Chaim Warshawsky, Steve McConnell,
Micha'el Ben David,
Sheli Myers,
Joel Chernoff,
Jamie Hilsden,
Karen Davis,
and Zemer Levav.
With his profound musical expertise and dedication to his craft, David continues to inspire and delight music enthusiasts worldwide. His performances are characterized by exquisite technique and emotional depth that leave a lasting impression on all who have the privilege of experiencing his talent.

The definitive bio of the most celebrated figure in Jamaican reggae, Lee Scratch Perry.

David Katz's in-depth portrayal of his genius is to be commended and is an essential addition to any serious music fan's collection David Rodigan MBE OD For the complete picture of this musical genius you can't get better than David Katz's People Funny Boy - if you're into Scratch, it's essential Don Letts Arguably the most influential force in Jamaican music, Lee Perry brought Bob Marley to international stardom and has since collaborated with artists such as Sir Paul McCartney, The Clash and The Beastie Boys. The book delves behind the myth of Perry to give a fuller examination of his life and work through extensive interviews with family members, fellow artists, friends, lovers, enemies, as well as the man himself to present a complex portrait of a unique soul driven by unseen spiritual forces. This revised and expanded edition has been thoroughly updated and completely overhauled to render a more nuanced, accurate and accessible read, with new information on Perry's later years, including his Grammy Award, cessation of herb smoking and final passing, as well as previously unpublished information about his early life, his unique relationship with Marley, and his fabled Black Ark studio.

People Funny Boy The Genius of Lee 'Scratch' Perry

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