Rashod Ollison
Forfatter af Soul Serenade: Rhythm, Blues & Coming of Age Through Vinyl
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This review was written for LibraryThing Early Reviewers.(For an Early Reviewer copy)
The tagline, description, and even the title of the book did not match expectations as I read the book. This memoir of Ollison's had me waiting and wondering when soul music was going to come in and match the events in his life as they unfolded. I had truly wanted music to be his guide, his family, a tutor explaining why the rain fell, why a cut bled. Getting past this shortcoming, the book turned into a lesson of history, exploration and race, in Arkansas during the identity and belonging period that America went through in the Seventies, and the me-me-me, glam-it-up and show-it-off of the Eighties. The anguish Rashid Ollison felt when his father left, the tumultuous arguments with his siblings and extended family, and the rough years of childhood when looking for your own place in society, and meaning of life, are very well laid out by Ollison. His writing is above par, yet the tale was wandering at times.… (mere)
The tagline, description, and even the title of the book did not match expectations as I read the book. This memoir of Ollison's had me waiting and wondering when soul music was going to come in and match the events in his life as they unfolded. I had truly wanted music to be his guide, his family, a tutor explaining why the rain fell, why a cut bled. Getting past this shortcoming, the book turned into a lesson of history, exploration and race, in Arkansas during the identity and belonging period that America went through in the Seventies, and the me-me-me, glam-it-up and show-it-off of the Eighties. The anguish Rashid Ollison felt when his father left, the tumultuous arguments with his siblings and extended family, and the rough years of childhood when looking for your own place in society, and meaning of life, are very well laid out by Ollison. His writing is above par, yet the tale was wandering at times.… (mere)
This review was written for LibraryThing Early Reviewers.It took me a while to get into this book- about 1/3 of the way through, however, I really found it engaging. The author's tone is open and honest and he gives a heartfelt account of his childhood and the events that shaped him. It also showcased the role of family- especially parents- in grooming us as we grow.
This review was written for LibraryThing Early Reviewers.Simply outstanding. This matter of fact memoir will speak to anyone that grew up poor and different in the south, regardless of race. Though the entire work rang true, the book really captured me about half way through. I believe this is where the author was old enough to really recollect and process the turmoil of his life. Filled with sadness and triumph, I highly recommend this book.
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A coming of age story growing up black and gay in Arkansas, Rashad Ollison tells his story in a lyrical and memorable style. The reader can identify with music that shares stories, tells secrets, and embraces blackness; the culture and identity. An excellent read!