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Episode 22: “The Wallflower” by Etta James

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs

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Riot in Cell Block No. 9 by Richard Berry

Berry was one of the most important people in early rock and roll, but his work either went uncredited or unpaid. Riot in Cell Block No. 9 cemented Berry's reputation within the industry as someone who would be able to turn in a good vocal on someone else's record. The song became a massive hit, though Berry never saw much money from it.

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