Mr. B. The Music and Life of Billy Eckstine |
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| Author:
| Ginell, Cary |
| ISBN: | 978-1-4584-1980-4 |
| Publication Date: | Aug 2013 |
| Publisher: | Hal Leonard Corporation
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| Book Format: | Paperback |
| List Price: | USD $18.99 |
Book Description:
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In 1950, Billy Eckstine was the most popular singer in America. A champion of civil rights, Eckstine fought all his life for recognition and respect in his quest to become America's first black romantic singing idol. This book traces the life of one of twentieth century's most amazing success stories, the man known simply as Mr B.
In 1950, Billy Eckstine was the most popular singer in America. A champion of civil rights, Eckstine fought all his life for recognition and respect in his quest to become America's first black romantic singing idol. This book traces the life of one of twentieth century's most amazing success stories, the man known simply as Mr B.