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- Thirty years ago, in February 1994, hoping for a professional comeback, legendary country music singer George Jones recorded an album of duets with country and rock music stars at the renowned studio Bradley's Barn.
- About the Author: Fritz Hoffmann's storied career in photojournalism unfolded in the pages of renowned publications such as Time, Fortune, Life and Newsweek.
- 240 Pages
- Photography, Individual Photographers
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Thirty years ago, in February 1994, hoping for a professional comeback, legendary country music singer George Jones recorded an album of duets with country and rock music stars at the renowned studio Bradley's Barn. Fritz Hoffmann was the exclusive photographer of the eleven-day sessions. His pictures have been stored away, unseen, ever since. This book presents an intimate view of Jones and the other featured artists who've long since passed on and the young country stars of the 1990s who now carry the mantle of statesmen and women of the music genre.About the Author
Fritz Hoffmann's storied career in photojournalism unfolded in the pages of renowned publications such as Time, Fortune, Life and Newsweek. He has been a National Geographic photographer for twenty years. Hoffmann is recognized for his decades-long photography of China, where he was based for thirteen years during that nation's "golden years" of reform and opening. He moved his base from Nashville to Shanghai in 1995.Marty Stuart is a Grammy-winning country music singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist known for his rich contributions to American roots music. A seasoned performer whose career began at age 13 touring with Lester Flatt, Stuart has since collaborated with legends such as Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, and Travis Tritt. In addition to his musical accomplishments, Stuart is a passionate historian and preservationist of country music culture, with a deep knowledge of its traditions and visual storytelling. His extensive archive of photography and memorabilia has been featured in exhibitions across the country, reflecting his lifelong dedication to preserving America's musical heritage. As a writer and contributor, Stuart brings a unique insider perspective shaped by decades on the road and an unwavering commitment to the legacy of country music.
David Cantwell's writing has appeared in The New Yorker, Rolling Stone, Time, Slate and the Los Angeles Times. He is the author of The Running Kind: Listening to Merle Haggard; the co-author of Heartaches by the Number: Country Music's 500 Greatest Singles; and a cofounder of the newsletter No Fences Review.