Roots of R&B: Johnny Otis & Etta James
Fresh Air
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The Call That Changed Everything
This chapter captures a young artist's transformative journey into rhythm and blues, marked by a crucial phone call that led to an audition with a notable band leader. It explores the challenges faced as a minor in the music industry, including navigating age restrictions and the excitement surrounding their first recorded song amidst competition.
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