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Episode 59: “Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On” by Jerry Lee Lewis

A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs

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Jerry Lee's Tour and his Chance on TV

This chapter describes Jerry Lee Lewis's tour across North America and his detour to see Niagara Falls. It also introduces Judd, Sam Phillips's brother, who believed in Jerry Lee's talent and arranged a meeting with Steve Allen's manager, leading to Jerry Lee's booking on the Steve Allen show.

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