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A photographic record of Jook joints before they get modernised. When I first saw this it was a disturbing feeling. It is a strange contrast on the one hand you get the authentic culture of hard-working folks unpretentiously socialising to the Blues, but at the same time you'd never think to take a respectable high falutin' girl to one of those becasue they seem so shabby, grotty. grimey and raw.
created on Monday, 25 October 2010 08:32 by Administrator (327 hits)

Nice book but have yet to brave many of the dishes...too much chilli and not enough 'pigfoot a bottle of beer'
created on Friday, 22 October 2010 13:38 by Administrator (523 hits)

I recently bought this with the 7 disc DVD box set. It looks good and already Martin's intro really drives home the power of the Blues in life
created on Friday, 22 October 2010 13:31 by Administrator (540 hits)

A professional theatre-dance tutors well researched work on historical popular Blues dancing in America, its influences and its expression on stage. Still getting into this. More later
created on Friday, 22 October 2010 13:26 by Administrator (537 hits)

An insightful read into historical vernacular american blues dancing and music. This book busts all the common myths and misconceptions about the Blues and its vital role in social dancing.
created on Friday, 22 October 2010 13:09 by Administrator (573 hits)