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Johnnie Walker continues the series in which he profiles the quintessential American rock icon of the past 30 years. With contributions from Billy Bragg , Badly Drawn Boy,
Thea Gilmore , Steven Van Zandt and Jess Malin , and from Springsteen himself. This edition looks at his transition from starto global superstarfollowingthe major rumblings of Bom to Run.

Contributors

Unknown:
Billy Bragg
Unknown:
Thea Gilmore
Unknown:
Steven Van
Unknown:
Jess Malin

Series in which
John Dankworth assesses the life and career of jazz and swing aristocrat Count
Basie, the pianist and band leader who hel ped to create the Kansas City sound. This edition recalls his early life, featuring input from Kansas City residents, singer Myra Taylor , band leader
Jay McShann andjazz archivist Chuck Haddix.

Contributors

Unknown:
John Dankworth
Singer:
Myra Taylor
Leader:
Jay McShann
Unknown:
Chuck Haddix.

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