A History of Rock Music in 500 Songs Episode 27: “Tweedle Dee” by LaVern Baker
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Apr 7, 2019 Explore Laverne Baker's influential journey in the music industry, from her early career to signing with Atlantic Records. Learn about the impact of white artists on black musicians and Baker's resilience through turbulent times.
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Copyright Law in the 1950s
- 1950s copyright law didn't protect musical arrangements.
- This disproportionately affected Black artists, leading to exploitative cover practices.
LaVern Baker's Family Background
- LaVern Baker, born Dolores Evans, adopted her stage name.
- Her family had a rich musical background, including her aunt, Merline Johnson, "The Yas Yas Girl."
Little Miss Sharecropper
- As "Little Miss Sharecropper," Baker imitated the style of Little Miss Corn Shucks.
- This involved a stage persona of an innocent farm girl, popular in Chicago blues.