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Elton John shares his history from working as a struggling pub pianist to becoming one of the most famous singer/songwriters in the world. You can also check out this title as eBook on OverDrive/Libby or as eAudio on OverDrive/Libby.
Music Biographies and CDs
Have you ever wondered how some of your favorite musical artists got their start? Reading their memoirs or biographies gives me the chance to escape my own life for a little while and imagine myself in their shoes.
Another great way to immerse yourself in an artist’s world is to listen to their musical creations. Reading “The Beautiful Ones” by Prince while listening to his psychedelic music can be an enchanting experience.
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh has a wonderful selection of biographies about musical artists both online and in our buildings. We also have a terrific collection of music CDs, both in the Library and on Hoopla.
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Wonderful Crazy Night
Elton John’s thirtieth studio album, released after a ten year hiatus, features his fabulous musical stylings and lyrics by his longtime lyricist Bernie Taupin. You can also check out this album on Hoopla.
Janis: Her Life and Music
This biography gives insight into Janis Joplin’s larger than life persona and all of her complexities. You can also check out this title as eBook on OverDrive/Libby or as eAudio on OverDrive/Libby.
Janis Joplin's Greatest Hits
Janis Joplin’s Greatest Hits represents a cross section of Janis Joplin’s musical greatness.
More Myself: A Journey
Alicia Keys recounts vivid recollections of her life experience in this autobiography. You can also check out this title as eBook on OverDrive/Libby or as eAudio on OverDrive/Libby.
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The sixth studio album by Alicia Keys, this is a socially conscious record with pleas for tolerance and equality in the world.
Let Love Rule (Biography)
Lenny Kravitz shares a deep reflection of his life, the places he’s traveled and the people he has loved. You can also check out this title as eBook on OverDrive/Libby or as eAudio on OverDrive/Libby.
Raise Vibration
A socially conscious album containing 12 music compositions.You can also check out this album on Hoopla.
The Beautiful Ones
Prince shares stories of his coming of age and becoming a superstar. You can also check out this title as eBook on OverDrive/Libby or as eAudio on OverDrive/Libby.
Art Official Age
The thirty–seventh studio album by Prince who created electro funk sci-fi style music for us to enjoy. You can also check out this album on Hoopla.