Taking the World, by Storm: A Conversation with Warren "Storm" Schexnider, the Godfather of Swamp Pop
- ISBN-10
- 1946160512
- ISBN-13
- 9781946160515
- Category
- Drummers (Musicians)
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2019
- Publisher
- University of Louisiana
- Author
- Warren Storm
Description
"Warren "Storm" Schexnider is a Louisiana musical legend. Know to many as, "The Godfather of Swamp Pop," Now, at the age of 82, Warren's career has spanned over 70 years, and shows no signs of slowing down. Taking the World, by Storm - A Conversation with Warren "Storm" Schexnider, is just that. It is a conversation, accompanied by photographs of Warren's amazing musical career. From meeting Elvis at Graceland, to shaking Hank Williams hand, to sharing the stage with the Robert Plant and his idol, Fats Domino, Warren's endless stories will keep you entertained. Warren's story has been one of his own making. As is the case for many a career musician, it's never been an easy road to travel. But, it is one that allows a man like Warren to carve out his own path and plant his flag in whatever ground he can cover"--
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