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Book SynopsisThis first critical appreciation of T Bone Burnett reveals how the proponent of Americana music and producer of artists ranging from Robert Plant and Alison Krauss to B. B. King and Elvis Costello has profoundly influenced American music and culture.
Trade ReviewSachs’ fine book is a welcome addition to the living history of American music and a delightful read.
* Booklist *
A Life in Pursuit is the first bio of the now 68-year-old American and, smartly, author Sachs understands going in that Burnett's story is that of the music he's touched. . . . Rarely has a music biography been this jam-packed with names of artists and the records they've made—Burnett's footprint is enormous and the minutiae of that maze-like career is recounted expansively here. . . . Sachs has created what will likely remain a definitive account. * MOJO *
Sachs artfully weaves together news clips and original interviews to create a valuable context for the musician-producer’s work. * Texas Monthly *
In telling this story, Sachs has done roots music a great turn, in fine style. * Songlines Magazine *
Table of Contents
- Opening Chorus: On Top of the World (or Close)
- 1. Sound Citizen
- 2. The Outsider
- 3. Player in the Band
- 4. Alpha Male
- 5. Spiritual Gumshoe
- 6. Master Builder
- 7. Co-Conspirator
- 8. Seeker
- 9. Svengali
- 10. Imagist
- 11. Native Son
- 12. Mentor
- 13. Hit Man
- 14. Reluctant Artist
- 15. Starmaker
- 16. Company Man
- 17. Coen Brother
- 18. Soundtrack Auteur
- 19. Minimalist
- 20. Lead Actor
- 21. Alchemist
- 22. Jazz Man
- 23. Blues Man
- 24. Senior Adviser
- 25. Audio Activist
- 26. Dylanologist
- 27. Televisionary
- 28. Back to the Futurist
- The Kill Squad: A Short List of Longtime Musical Associates
- Acknowledgments
- Selected Discography
- Selected Bibliography
- Index
