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OverviewHe inherited the Cajun spirit and bayou aspirations from his mother, who was born amidst the Spanish moss and the lullaby of the marsh. Jo-El Sonnier, a swamp dweller who ventured to set the world adrift, is the hero of this tale. The story of Jo-El is a thrilling symphony of victory and defeat, taking him from rundown dance halls to stadiums packed to capacity. Feel the pain of rejection as he seeks fame in Nashville, see his natural ability light up honky-tonks in Louisiana, and enjoy the electrifying moment his accordion cries win over the Grammy stage. However, the bright light of celebrity can cast unseen shadows. Help Jo-El, who is fighting to keep his creative spirit alive, navigate the dangerous waters of industry pressures. I accompany him as he faces internal demons that aim to mute his soul's harmony and grapples with self-doubt that murmurs like nocturnal Spanish moss. This is a musical history relic, not only a biography. Join Johnny Cash on a moonlit road jam, jam with Bruce Springsteen in a smoke-filled backroom, and feel the echoes of Dolly Parton's laughter. Listen as Jo-El infuses each note with its enchanting bayou sound and lets it course through your veins. Allow his songwriting to transport you to the Cajun culture, where gumbo is a universal language and Spanish moss is a heavy burden. Listen and sing along to songs that blend styles like country twang and bluesy pain, rock 'n' roll riffs with zydeco rhythms, and more. An inspiring account of how music can change lives is Jo-El Sonnier's story. An honest and unfiltered look at the fervor, fragility, and resoluteness of a guy who defied categorization. Laughter, tears, and tapping your feet until the swamp dances are all parts of this story. Are you prepared to let the melody of the bayou carry you away? Immerse yourself in the captivating life of swamp-born musician Jo-El Sonnier as you flip through the pages. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Priscilla WoffordPublisher: Independently Published Imprint: Independently Published Dimensions: Width: 15.20cm , Height: 0.20cm , Length: 22.90cm Weight: 0.068kg ISBN: 9798877874206Pages: 40 Publication Date: 29 January 2024 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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