Traveling Soul

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The Life of Curtis Mayfield

By Todd Mayfield and Travis Atria

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Traveling Soul is a compelling biography exploring the life and legacy of Curtis Mayfield, an iconic musician and cultural figure. Written by his son Todd Mayfield alongside Travis Atria, the book delves into Curtis's groundbreaking contributions to soul music and his influence on civil rights and social justice. Through personal anecdotes and rich detail, it captures the intimate and professional milestones that defined Curtis's journey, offering insights into both his extraordinary career and the man behind the music.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in exploring the life of Curtis Mayfield, one of the most influential figures in soul music. This biography offers an intimate perspective on his groundbreaking career, personal struggles, and enduring impact on music and culture, written by someone with a personal connection to the artist.

Traveling Soul

Curtis Mayfield was one of the seminal vocalists and most talented guitarists of his era, and his music played a vital role in the civil rights movement: People Get Ready was the black anthem of the time. In Traveling Soul , Todd Mayfield tells his famously private father's story in riveting detail. Born into dire poverty, raised in the slums of Ch

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Curtis Mayfield was one of the seminal vocalists and most talented guitarists of his era, and his music played a vital role in the civil rights movement: People Get Ready was the black anthem of the time.

In Traveling Soul, Todd Mayfield tells his famously private father's story in riveting detail. Born into dire poverty and raised in the slums of Chicago, Curtis became a musical prodigy, not only singing like a dream but growing into a brilliant songwriter.

In the 1960s, he opened his own label and production company and worked with many other top artists, including the Staple Singers. Curtis's life was famously cut short by an accident that left him paralyzed, but in his declining health, he received the long-awaited recognition of the music industry.

Passionate, illuminating, vivid, and absorbing, Traveling Soul will doubtlessly take its place among the classics of music biography.

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Traveling Soul is praised for providing a comprehensive and thrilling account of Curtis Mayfield's life, capturing both his achievements and struggles. It is lauded as an essential read for those inspired by his music, offering an intimate glimpse into his world. The book is considered a valuable contribution to the legacy of American soul music, placing Mayfield among the genre's legends.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780912777726

Publisher: Chicago Review Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 April 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Chicago Review Press

Illustration: Illustrations

Audience: General / adult

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Pages: 368

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction Todd Mayfield Travis Atria

About the Author

Todd Mayfieldis Curtis Mayfield's second oldest son. He is an entrepreneur and former financial services executive in Chicago, and promotes his father's music and legacy.Travis Atriahas written over 300 articles forRolling Stone, Paste,Wax Poetics, the Believer,Peopleand other publications.