They all sang on the corner;: New York City's rhythm and blues vocal groups of the 1950's

by Philip Groia

The greatest book ever written on African-American Rhythm and Blues (doowop) vocal groups of the 1950's. In its nine chapters, there are interviews with singers, musicians and choreographers,... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0912954086
• ISBN13: 9780912954080
• Release Date: January 1974
• Publisher: Edmond Pub. Co
• Length: 147 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.

Customer Reviews

they all sang on the corner

I had a copy my self.I loved the book..It's hard to find. I bought 2 copies for friends who are emjoying it very much

Like Being There

I like most people who will read or have read this book, did not see these groups perform in there prime. Granted if you enjoyed this music you saw the groups in later years at various shows. However, the author makes you feel that you are living this time period!! A truley AMAZING book --best I have read on the music at this point. Steve

The Forgotten Form of American Music

Phil Groia focused on a truthful review of street corner music. Not only did he give actual locations, group names, pictures etc but he did not glamourize the events associated with the groups (often teens with problems). This book made me appreciate my collection even more and wonder what would it have been like had Street Corner Harmony (Doo Wopp Music) not been pushed aside by the "British Invasion". THEY ALL SANG ON THE CORNER is a must read book for all Doo Wopp aficionados and the curious.