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That Rhythm, Those Blues

'They danced, even if they had the blues.
Oct 21, 1988 · 1h 0m
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A documentary covering the R&B (rhythm and blues) field from the 1940s to the early 1950s. Included is footage of performances by major R&B singers of the time, and interviews with singers, producers and others involved in the field.

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CAST

Ruth Brown
Charles Brown
Bobby Robinson
Jerry Wexler
Record producer
Ralph Bass
Rev. Al Dixon
Shelly Steward
DJ
Rev. Al Dixon
DJ
Directed by George T. Nierenberg

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Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
GTN Productions
Country
US

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