Song information for race with the devil gene vincent on allmusic. Led zepplins robert plant lauds vincent as his favorite vocalist of all time, yardbirds. Race with the devil gene vincent musicmagpie store. Vincent sang the song in the movie the girl cant help it. Gene vincents life in the fast lane hardcover august 19, 2000 by susan vanhecke author. Gene gained a reputation as a wild man of rocknroll, presumably because of his live performances and his few hits, but his talents were not limited to the uptempo rockers. Norfolk, va a new edition of race with the devil, the first american biography of american rock n roll pioneer gene vincent, commemorates the 60th anniversary of vincent s influential hit song, bebopalula. Race with the devil is the first american biography of this musical pioneer, and the most comprehensive survey ever written of vincent s groundbreaking career.
Gene vincents life in the fast lane vanhecke, susan on. Vinyl 7 gene vincent race with the devil 1962, vinyl discogs. Gene vincent s life in the fast lane 9780312262228 by vanhecke, susan and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Race with the devil is the first american biography of this musical pioneer. Complete song listing of gene vincent on gene vincent songs list covid19. Gene vincent and his blue caps rockabilly hall of fame. Publication date 1956 usage attributionnoderivatives 4. Updated and revised with new information, interviews, and photographs, the 2016 ebook edition of the 2000 original is the most. This is the first biography of this incredible figure in the history of american music. Based on meticulous research, and underpinned by an uncanny ability to get a hold on the complex persona of this unique performer and a feel for his dynamic music, this book illuminates the full sweep of vincent s career from rags to riches to rags. Gene vincent race with the devil lyrics metrolyrics. Race with the devil reads like a novel as it explores vincents breakneck life of extreme highs and lows.
Gene vincent most famous for his classic 1950s rendition of bebopalulais one of the most influential rock and roll artists of all times. Race with the devil by susan vanhecke overdrive rakuten. Smashwords about susan vanhecke, author of race with. Gene vincent most famous for his classic 1956 single bebopalulais one of the most influential rock n roll artists of all time. Gene vincent is probably most famous for his classic 1956 single bebopalula and is arguably one of the most influential rock n roll artists of all time. If youre looking for something new to listen to, watch or play, look no further than the musicmagpie store. Paul rigby talks to vincent expert and author, derek henderson, about the man himself and examines his seminal album, gene vincent and the blue caps. Praise for the first edition of race with the devil. Gene vincent race with the devil lyrics musixmatch. Race with the devil book king county library system. Race with the devil is the first american biography of this american musical pioneer, who was an idol of generations of rockers after him. If we have more information about gene vincent, then we provide a link to the section where it appears the actual page whenever possible.
Gene vincent most famous for his classic 1956 single. This is the definitive work on the rock icon gene vincent. Zoey goto redshank books july, 2016 order now from amazon. Race with the devil new edition the gene vincent story author. Vinyl 7 gene vincent and his blue caps race with the devil gonna back up baby 1956, vinyl discogs. Frequently compared to a scruffier version of elvis presley, gene vincent experienced a brief burst of commercial success in the late 50s with coolcat rockers such as bebopalula, race with the devil, blue jean bop, and crazy legs. Race with the devil gene vincent and his blue caps. This is the most recent information about gene vincent that has been submitted to amiright. Gene vincent race with the devil lyrics lyricsfreak.
Well ive led an evil life, so they say but ill out run the devil on judgement day, i sai. Gene vincent and his blue caps race with the devil sleazy spain. Watch the video for race with the devil from gene vincent s bebop alula. Gene vincent and his blue caps race with the devil. Sweet gene vincent the bitter end orange syringe publications. The gene vincent story by susan vanhecke gene vincentmost famous for his classic 1956 single bebopalula is one of. Susan vanhecke race with the devil examines vincent s breakneck life of heady extremes. In accordance with the directives of government and health authorities, we have temporarily suspended operations.
Gene vincent, with his earthy lyrics, moans and pants, and fullon bodily contortions was downright shocking. Race with the devil is must viewing for anybody looking to discover the drivein favourites of decades past. Gene vincent race with the devil lyrics songmeanings. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands.
Saint martins press 2000 isbn 0312262221 steven mandich. It was the legendary and late bbc radio 1 dj, john peel, who would later record gene vincent on his dandelion record label, that counted a gene vincent concert as one of his 10 best gigs of all time. Gene vincent and his blue caps race with the devil capitol uk. Her opening chapter sets the scene in july of 1955 while vincent was a soldier in the u. Gene vincent and the blue caps gene vincent s biography, race with the devil by susan vanhecke first published in 2000 does not start or end well. Feb 10, 2016 revised and updated edition released in 2016 as race with the devil. The wise guyz race with the devil gene vincent 20 duration. Book awards book club selections books by author books by series coming soon kids books new releases teens books this months biggest new releases. Race with the devil gene vincent s life in the fast lane book. The 70 page book is just out and is a great tribute to the screaming end who left us in october 1971. New gene vincent book just a short note to tell you about a new book covering gene vincent short life in cartoon. Vincent recorded a new version of the song in 1962 which appeared on the flipside of the single the king of fools. His 30 original hits for free, and see the artwork, lyrics and similar artists. Elvis presley adopted his loosehipped style, and bands from the rolling stones to the beatles toured britain with him throughout the 50s and early 60s.
Elvis presley, with his suggestive gyrations, was disturbing to mainstream america in the 50s. Vincent eugene craddock february 11, 1935 october 12, 1971, known as gene vincent, was an american musician who pioneered the styles of rock and roll and rockabilly. Based on meticulous research, and underpinned by an uncanny ability to get a hold on the complex persona of this unique performer and a feel for his dynamic music, this book illuminates the full sweep of vincents career from rags to riches to rags. Gene vincents life in the fast lane hardcover 31 aug 2000 by susan vanhecke author. Get the best deals on gene vincent vinyl records when you shop the largest online selection at. Join gene as the dirtpoor virginia boy with the battered leg becomes a bona fide superstar with bebopalula, then hits the road with his rowdy backing band the blue caps, meets his rockin best buddy eddie summertime blues cochran, and hangs out in hollywood to cut records and make movies. Race with the devil is the first american biography of this american musical pioneer, who was an idol of generations of rockers after him, from the beatles to bowie, dylan to the doors. Martins press, 2000, bio of the rock n roll pioneer, adapted into an awardwinning screenplay. Gene vincent most famous for his classic 1950s rendition of bebopalula is one of the most influential rock and roll artists of all times.
Race with the devil gene vincent song info allmusic. Please inform me as soon as the product is available again. Revised and updated edition released in 2016 as race with the devil. Gene vincentmost famous for his classic 1950s rendition of bebopalula is one of the most influential rock and roll artists of all times. This double cd features all the essential tracks including bebopalula, woman love, race with the devil, lotta lovin, dance to the bop and much else besides. Susan vanhecke race with the devil examines vincents breakneck life of heady extremes. His 1956 top ten hit with his blue caps, bebopalula, is considered a significant early example of rockabilly. Well, i led an evil life, so they say but ill out run the devil on judgement day, i said. Very rare extended play record now available in its original sleeve. Gene vincent race with the devil lyrics genius lyrics. Elvis presley adopted his loosehipped style, and bands from the rolling stones to the beatles toured britain with him throughout the fifties and early sixties. Race with the devil tab by gene vincent lead guitar.
There authentic sound will make you want to bop the night away. Cover versions bebopalula has been covered by numerous and varied artists. Jun 16, 2012 no video for this song has surfaced yet, so being one of my favorite songs ever, i did it as a tribute. Race with the devil guitar tab by gene vincent with free online tab player. Andra hits blev blue jean bop, race with the devil. The book is in french but can be easily understood by english readers. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Race with the devil, who slapped john, catman and of course bebopalula have become classics and not just for genes voice but for the. Race with the devil, the second 45 by gene vincent and his blue caps, was cut the same day as their debut millionselling smash, bebopalula may 4, 1956, alongside woman love and i sure miss you four unimpeachable classics. Signed by capitol records as the next elvis, the poor boy from norfolk, virginia, enjoyed meteoric success with. Oct 11, 2012 rare television appearance by gun, 1969. Gene vincent race with the devil 1962, vinyl discogs. Watch the video for race with the devil from gene vincents bebop alula.
The gene vincent story kindle edition by susan vanhecke. Lyrics to race with the devil by gene vincent from the singles album album including song video, artist biography, translations and more. Race with the devil 6x7inch, 45rpm ep box set capitol singles and rare masters 19561958 tremendous and strictly limited 45rpm records set incl. Capitol records eap120354,capitol records eapi 20354 format. Signed by capitol records as the next elvis, the poor boy from norfolk, virginia, enjoyed meteoric success with his hit.
Well ive led an evil life, so they say but ill out run the devil on judgement day, i said move, hotrod, move man. Watch the music video and discover trivia about this classic pop song now. Playing via spotify playing via youtube playback options. Gene vincentmost famous for his classic 1956 single bebopalulais one of the most influential rock n roll artists of all time. Penned with a novelistic intensity, race with the devil examines vincents. Race with devil are a great band specialising in early gene vincent and authentic 50s rockabilly. Gene vincent craddock hardly a commercial name to use in showbiz, and what with a gammy leg, bad teeth and a lack of good looks, youd hardly believe this legendary rocker could even develop a career, but he became an idol of the biker brigade by appearing on.
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