Artists Who Changed Music: Sister Rosetta Tharpe

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Little Richard credits his own discovery to Sister Rosetta Tharpe, when in a 1945 show in Macon Georgia, she invited him up onstage. He called it “the best thing that ever happened to me.” For two decades before rock ‘n roll had even entered the public consciousness, Tharpe was essentially performing its sound on record and in tours across the US and Europe. Her gospel influenced, rhythm and blues sound in the 40s, became the sound of rock and roll in the fifties, crowning her the “Godmother of Rock ‘n Roll”
Sister Rosetta Tharpe was born Rosetta Nubin, in Cotton Plant, Arkansas on March 20, 1915. Both of her parents were musicians, although very little is known about her father (except that he was a singer.) Tharpe’s mother was active in music with the Church of God in Christ (a charismatic Christian denomination in which music was an integral element) and it was in this Gospel music setting, where Tharpe first began performing, at age 4. From a very young age, she started touring with her mother, singing in evangelical performance groups.
In the late 50’s Tharpe toured abroad, bringing blues and gospel music to Europe, including Britain…these tours would inspire many of the young “British Invasion” artists who would come to the US in the sixties. It was in 1957, where she was famously quoted in London’s Daily Mirror saying: “All this new stuff they call rock & roll, why I’ve been playing that for years now.” And she was right…Sister Rosetta Tharpe was the voice of rock and roll, before rock and roll was even in the larger public consciousness. And certainly before we started calling it that. She also stood out from the crowd for accompanying herself on guitar - and doing it really well. Her voice was undoubtedly a huge element of how she reached her audiences, but her guitar playing remains an integral part of her legacy and how she really earned her reputation as one of the foremothers of rock-n-roll.
Despite her successful career, she died in Philadelphia 1973 with little fanfare or notice. She was buried in a local cemetery, without even a headstone. And for many years, she faded from rock ‘n roll memory. But new efforts to understand the roots of this music have renewed interest in this remarkable artist. And her mark is undeniable; Tharpe was a huge influence on the nascent rock and roll landscape, and she is finally starting to get some of the recognition she so richly deserves. In 2007, She was Inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame, and in 2018, she was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
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[@Producelikeapro]

What other artists do YOU think changed music? Let me know below!

[@HenritheHorse]

Brian Eno, just got Ambient 1 CD from the mail!

[@nickdryad]

Delia Derbyshire. A real unsung pioneer in electronic music.

[@dudearmageadonn9173]

Damon Albarn, Chuck Berry or Eddie Lang, Wes Montgomery as well, Daft Punk.

[@dannyboystudios6604]

What about Vangelis? Influencing synth music since the first Blade Runner movie.

[@HenritheHorse]

@@dannyboystudios6604 Love Vangelis!

[@damon_aaron]

Yes yes yes! Too few people have given her credit. I don't know how many *KZbin Experts* act like the guitar didn't exist before Led Zeppelin. Thank you Warren!

[@Producelikeapro]

You're very kind Damon! Glad to be able to showcase this amazing artist!

[@midwestconcertvideo]

If you watch a collection of Sister Rosetta's moves, you'll see things like the windmill that Pete Townsend adopted. She was the first one to use a distorted tone. More than anyone else, she invented rock and roll guitar.

[@DMSProduktions]

@@midwestconcertvideo Direct playing influence on people LIKE T-bone Walker & Chuck Berry!

[@mightyV444]

I wanna start a tribute band only for the purpose of calling it 'Zed Leppelin'! Or alternatively 'Slack Babbath'. Too bad I'm not female, because then it'd definitely be 'The Chixie Dicks'! 😄

[@DMSProduktions]

@@mightyV444 HAH! I've already used ' Slack Babbath'!

[@jamielailey4594]

In 2015, my wife and I were road tripping across the States. One night in Memphis, while having a drink in Ernestine and Hazel's, a local man heard our British accents and introduced himself to us. He asked for the keys to the upstairs from the lady behind the bar and proceeded to show us around the upstairs. Ray Charles's room, tales of the Tropicana and segregated venues, and the fact we were in the room where Mick Jagger supposedly wrote Brown Sugar. He asked where we were headed, and we explained we were on the way to New Orleans the next day. He told us we were to drive through Mississippi the whole way, along with directions to stop at Charley Patton's grave, and the Little Zion Church, which he believed to be the true resting place of Robert Johnson. As if all this weren't enough, he took us across the road to the Lorraine Motel, now the Civil Rights museum. This was in April, just ahead of Martin Luther King day, and all the wreaths were fresh. He talked for an hour, giving us his own tour outside the museum, walking us back through Founders' Park (I know it's called something else but that's the closest I can remember). All the while talking of his life as a young boy growing up through the Civil Rights marches. He showed us a gallery on Main Street which had the picture of Elvis and BB together, and he told us where not to walk at night before parting company after a picture with us, and we donated a few dollars to buyhim a couple of bottles of Ghost River. We spent the rest of the night on Beale St. Thanks to Facebook, we stayed in touch, we talked a couple of times a year. He introduced me to Sister Rosetta in late 2015, and to my shame I couldn't believe I had never discovered her before! My friend, because even after only one night drinking together, that's what he became, moved to NOLA and was happily settled there, with his last post on Facebook trying to raise money for locals after the hurricane, as well as partaking in relief efforts himself and calling on others to do so. I wrote to wish him a happy birthday, and received a reply from his sister that he had passed away not ten days before. I shed tears for someone I'd only met once, but felt like a lifelong friend, because I had so hoped to meet him again one day. RIP Myron Jones, and thank you for introducing us to this titanic contributor to Rock N Roll

[@m.frazier9952]

Wow!... What a wonderful encounter!... perhaps it was fate!

[@jamielailey4594]

@@m.frazier9952 it was an amazing evening!

[@macfilms9904]

SO glad she's getting the attention and respect she deserves. I believe in a documentary on Buddy Holly it was mentioned that Buddy listened to a lot of black gospel music & that in influenced him. Her train station performance in the rain, singing 'Didn't it Rain, Children?' before a young British audience is incredible. She appears to have pretty openly flaunted some of the oppressive social conventions and those on race in the US as well - decades before those began to change. A towering figure in American music history!

[@Producelikeapro]

Fantastic comment! Thanks ever so much!

[@alonzovillarreal4666]

She was amazing

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, she was!

[@BobJones-dq9mx]

Her recordings done during the 50`s was super!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Bob!

[@Lisse1]

Another excellent one, Warren! Most folks are unaware, but in 2008, Pennsylvania Governor Rendell declared January 11th Sister Rosetta Tharpe Day to honor her legacy. So, I try to always give her a shout out every year on the 11th 🎸🙏🏽

[@Producelikeapro]

That's amazing to hear! Thanks for sharing!

[@honeycombsound2470]

Yes, I was at the show at the Keswick Theater near Philly on Jan 11, 2008 where a tribute concert paid for her headstone. Performers included Odetta, the Dixie Hummingbirds, the Ward Singers and Marie Knight. All these musicians deserve for their story to be told as heavy Rock, Soul, and Folk influences.

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@@honeycombsound2470 fantastic! Yes, so many amazing talents for us to cover!

[@WromWrom]

THANK YOU! Don't care if you either took my recommendation or did it by yourself. Her name has to be known everywhere!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!!

[@LEIFanevret]

🙏💖🎸💯 true Lady of Rocknroll and Gospel! Founder of rocknroll! Amen!

[@BadAssWartHog-A10]

Warren is my favorite "Music History" Professor. Another lesson well done!

[@Producelikeapro]

You're very kind John! Thanks ever so much!

[@lakrids-pibe]

I love these "forgotten rockers" you are educating us about.

[@Producelikeapro]

You're very welcome! I'm glad to be able to help!

[@nicksharples2525]

Jimi's insipration - Sister Rosetta Tharpe was a force of nature - thanks for this

[@BathtubStillBill]

Thank you for the history lesson. I appreciate learning about those that paved the way for modern music. Cheers

[@Producelikeapro]

You're very welcome Keven!

[@WarmVoice]

She rocked!

[@Producelikeapro]

Absolutely

[@arkistriph1]

Thank you Warren, Sister Rosetta is truly worthy of your generous and gracious accolades. She blew me away the first time I heard her, I could not believe the dates on the music. You are keeping music alive by telling the stories of the artist that bring it to life. Hopefully the artist you spotlight can continue to inspire and entertain new generations.

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Hi Alan! Thanks ever so much for your great comment!

[@arkistriph1]

@@Producelikeapro Sir. you are very welcome indeed. Recently turned on to "The Analogues". I think you would enjoy them.

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@@arkistriph1 thanks for the tip Alan!

[@dannyboystudios6604]

Thank you for this spot light on Sister Rosetta. I found out about her a few years ago and was amazed when looking at the years the songs were released. Years before everyone else and you can hear the huge influence she had on guitar playing for rock and roll and rhythm and blues. Thank you again for this much needed spot light.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for your great comment!

[@kenreeve32]

Thank you for bringing this amazing artist's work to our attention!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Kenneth!

[@Jivolt]

That version of Didn’t it Rain? performed at the train station… straight fire. From arriving in a horse drawn carriage, to the slow walk to the station, to the hair, to the coat, to the playing and singing. Everything is straight fire.

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes! Agreed 100%!

[@anievestor]

Thanks again Warren for making us smarter.

[@Producelikeapro]

You’re very welcome

[@gerardlouis1895]

Thanks for doing this one Warren. Discovered her a couple of years ago and she’s now one of my heroes. Well done once again!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Gerard!

[@inphanta]

This was an excellent, excellent choice. Nice one! :)

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@vmnetsirena]

Wonderful documentary !!! 👌🏻🦂😊❤️🌊

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@lt.reubenrozeyt5716]

Shredding on a white tripel pickups Gibson SG, singing and belting without a mic. That's Rock N Roll

[@elmolewis9123]

Another great and important video. Thanks for keeping history alive.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@djschmolli]

Today I've learned something! Thanks Warren!

[@Producelikeapro]

You're very welcome! Glad to be able to help!

[@watamatafoyu]

She's the Rosetta Stone of Gospel and Rock'n'Roll.

[@Joeelkins.]

So glad you did this one. I discovered her music a few years ago. At the age on 35. Never too late to discover such talent. She really was pure greatness.

[@GuitarGeorge55]

Always enjoy these videos, always done so well - thanks so much Warren.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@tobiasschmuecking4958]

Thank you, Warren! She is wonderful!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks Tobias!

[@anointedchant302]

pure inspiration thanks!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@willemmoller6736]

I was introduced to the good sister in one of Bob Dylan's Theme Time Radio Hour shows some years ago and decided right there and then that when I grow up I want to be Sister Rosetta Tharpe! She's simply the coolest. Excellent video full of fascinating info, thanks Warren!

[@2Nu]

Thank You Again Warren for bestowing reverent acknowledgement upon a CRIMINALLY overlooked pioneer of R&R music.

[@faulderrr]

Nice one Warren. Really good info here. Sister Rosetta ROCKED!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@albo1506]

You are a truly great presenter. And it’s so clear that you love the music and the artists in question. Thank you so very much. One that to me deserves to be better know outside french speaking areas is Serge Gainsbourg. His body of work can’t be overrated.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for your wonderful comment!

[@davidnassur7202]

Not talked about enough Thanks Warrren!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks David! Glad to be able to do that.

[@HenryMittnacht]

The history of R'n'R has to be re-written!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, it’s amazing to think how far ahead she was! Incredible pioneer

[@samdefrancomusic]

Thank you Warren! Great video. I just love the pics of her playing that triple PU SG.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much

[@dmkonopka]

Fantastic video - so important too!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!!

[@frankybebop2913]

Yes, another great one! You really dig up all the gems that deserves more attention!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Franky!

[@stephenjazz]

Great information, Warren. You barely mentioned it, but if one listens to Sister Rosetta for any length of time, it becomes apparent she also influenced jazz, blues and country.

[@Producelikeapro]

Of course! Agreed 100%!

[@TheRealNewBlackMusic]

Thank you ever so much! you did a great job on this video and we have to bow to you for your knowledge of the subject matter . it's amazing how Brits know more about black music than most Americans.

[@Producelikeapro]

On the UK we grow up on the Blues, Motown, Jazz, R&B, Reggae and so much more! Truly blessed to have been exposed to so much amazing music!

[@TheRockerxx69]

You are focused, literate, thanks God ! You Take the uptempo upbeat syncopated music we so love by the blues, rooty, warm, roots for them masses.

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow, thank you!

[@ArthurStone]

Excellent. Thanks Warren : D

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks Arthur!

[@m17434]

THANK YOU. "Ghost Town" by The Specials deserves a mention as a song that changed the landscape of British music. It was a band that was multi-racial, it played Ska and Reggae, and it made music that made you think AND dance. Alongside The Selector, The Specials made music that has stood the test of time. And they all originated in ... Coventry!

[@J-DUB-F1]

I think she was a revelation for everyone!. I still remember hearing her for the first time many years ago, when a friend played her for me. I'd never heard of her.....I thought, "wow she's bad ass!.....when is this from?". I assumed it was from the 50s, but was confused because it sounded so much older. I was knocked out when I saw the date of the recording!! :-o .............she came before everyone!!!

[@erivers71]

She isn't the godmother of rock n roll, she is the founder of rock n roll. Period.

[@bahopp9872]

Expertly done as always. Thanks Warren.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@barlypop]

Thank Warren, more people need to know how music has evolved and it's beginnings 👍

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Dave! Agreed

[@mackenziebrewing8706]

May i just say "ditto" on how much i appreciate the program, and the profound impact this part of your channel warms my heart. I'm tired of repeating my love for your deep dive into music and its origins (as it seems a bit repetitive) that have spoken to me since my pre teens. Most dont appreciate their roots and the music history that came before. God love you for doing the hard work and research to bring forth a rock and roll birth mother. May it continue forever!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much for your great comment! I really appreciate it!

[@southilgurl2003]

Huzzah! I had asked for Sister Tharpe on one of the earlier episodes in the series, so I am extremely happy to see it here!

[@southilgurl2003]

Just remembered that the request was on one of the songs that changed music episodes. But still happy she is here in the spotlight today!

[@Producelikeapro]

Yes, so glad we were able to feature Sister Rosetta!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@southilgurl2003 thanks ever so much!

[@busywl69]

Oh hell yes! This is gold! Race relations in this country has hidden away a lot of gems. This kind of coverage helps. Thanks, well done!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! So glad to be able to share such wonderful talent

[@JohnCollis]

Thanks Warrren. Like many, I've only heard (little bits) of her in the last few years. When you here the recordings though, they are phenomenal and so different to what was around at the time. Please keep it up, there are so many unknown musicians who are really important.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much John! I really appreciate your support!

[@splashesin8]

❤️🌸Ball & Chain.

[@Producelikeapro]

Marvellous!

[@Alien-qw5ks]

Interesting piece of music history!, i never heard of Sister Rosetta Tharpe, witch is a shame, but now i do! Thanx Warren, i always love these video's 😀

[@leefchapman]

That's what this is all about!

[@ZulemaGriffin]

Another excellent program...keep it up!

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much!

[@cuebj]

Great video! Good to see her appreciated here. Just started watching it so may appear later - Ringo Starr was a fan and, I think, saw her live when she toured here in UK

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Stephen! Yes, amazing to hear Ringo was a fan, although I'm not surprised!

[@MrAcEsNeIgHtS1188]

I've been waitin' for this'n!! She is awesome!! Thanks Warren!!

[@CallMeChato]

About time actually. Heard of her years ago and was shocked how little recognition she got for her obvious contribution. Dare I say it also being a woman might have been a reason. Another pioneer was Buddy Guy who was so ahead of his time that fellow black blues artists didn’t want him on their records because he played fast and loud. Saw Buddy live in a small club, brilliant, but one bitter man, and probably for good reason. Clapton, Page and Hendrix all owe Guy. Great ep.

[@WromWrom]

A woman, black, and quite possibly bisexual. The Hattrick for some people trying to keep her forgotten.

[@DavidUK64]

Thanks Warren, this was amazing! Sister Rosetta was/is truly inspirational. Paddy McAloon and Prefab Sprout would be great for future videos!

[@TheChzoronzon]

This one caught me by surprise, no idea... wow, the lady rocked, this is something I have to show all my friends, a true pioneer and a proto-feminist I can truly admire... this IS "brave and stunning", but for real, not the tweeter way...

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! I really appreciate it!

[@tcpip9999]

Great choice. I learnt a lot

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much Ben!

[@liamfitzgerald7528]

💥 Excellent 💥 👍👍

[@ad7or]

You are a beacon of light Warren for introducing fellow musicians to Sister Rosetta Tharpe! One of my favorite live performances by her is “Didn’t It Rain” from 1964. Thank you for the beautiful work that you and your team are creating. 🧡

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks ever so much! I really appreciate it

[@Producelikeapro]

@@DMSProduktions yes, she was!

[@ranaasadranaasad3196]

No

[@nickdryad]

What really jumped out at me was the Decca Label 12:20 that read “Vocals with Guitar, Piano, Bass and Drums”. This was the sales pitch that identified the basic format of Rock N Roll. Remember, the dance band era wasn’t too far behind, but it was essentially over. The record label was clearly aligning itself with a new music phenomenon.

[@shadowmixx]

Thank you, Warren. These videos are so good. many people don't know the story of Sister Rosetta Tharpe and her incredible contribution to music history. Her inductions into both Hall of Fames are well deserved. If I taught a music history class, I would definitely play your videos in my classroom, and use them as learning tools. 🙏

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much! I'm so glad to be able to help!

[@BB.halo_heir]

Another great one! Stay well, Warren ♡♡

[@whoakayno]

Thanks for this! Really incredible human and I was so unaware lol

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks! Glad to be able to help!

[@Rad_Pug]

This is fantastic. I would not have heard of her if not for this video. A George Benson video would be great. Take care. Dig the hair.

[@Producelikeapro]

Thanks ever so much much

[@mdp303]

She’s awesome. Great voice great performer. There’s Some great footage of her at Manchester railway station of all places.

[@gilbertspader7974]

When I was stationed in England I saw a black and white performance set at a train station. It was amazing. 4/5 Time is an interesting track.

[@christianbaghino]

awesome!

[@annweatherhead7216]

All these videos are great. Was hoping for more on her playing and that weird low tuning. Thanks!

[@xenotbbbeats7209]

Elvis and Chuck Berry admitted being influenced by her too. She played lead guitar as well. I'm so glad they finally inducted her in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, posthumously, in 2018. I was so angry when, long ago, Ann Wislon of Heart said that "Rock and Roll has always been traditionally sung by men for women..." as if Heart was a new phenomenon. Not so much. Apparently, she didn't know Elvis, lLittle Richard and Chuck Berry were ripping Tharpe's sound, her's alone, and calling it their own. Shame!!! Tharpe was the Queen ... Long before there was a King!!

[@Emondotcalm]

Thanks for the education Warren! She was barely a faint blip on my radar before watching this. I'd seen a few stray random videos of her before but didn't really get who or what she was. I'll have to do some more research. Especially would be cool (even though I'm a drummer) to hear more of her guitar playing. What was seen here was just a teaser! But enough to make me want to hear some more! Probably politically incorrect to say it like this but she sure was laying down some awesome chops for a woman. Never mind that she was basically creating and pioneering a whole new sound!

[@Producelikeapro]

Wow! Thanks Eric! I really appreciate it!

[@zilopipo]

Wahoo, again an emotional video about what started what we love and will in the future, thank you so much! Do you have some ideas about Sonic Youth.. you know that strange arty American old garage/stadium band.. merci a lot

[@Producelikeapro]

I love Sonic Youth!!

[@mdp303]

Nat Cole would be candidate for review. Amazing pianist, like really amazing, invented a popular jazz ensemble style great songwriter, performer and hosted his own show. Oh he could sing a bit as well. I think he certainly changed music

[@edalder2000]

Without Sister Rosetta, American popular music would sound entirely different.

[@RudalPL]

I am in my mid 40's and am familiar with the term Rock'n'Roll but never really knew where it came from. I know what it represent as a music style, but why Rock and Roll? PS: I am not an English native speaking person so maybe it's the language difference that I just didn't catch. ;)

[@Producelikeapro]

You can look up the term 'Rock And Roll' on Google.

[@midwestconcertvideo]

Rock and roll is a sexual term. Think of lovemaking - rocking and rolling.

[@Producelikeapro]

@@midwestconcertvideo haha that’s why I was saying Google it! Hah

[@Producelikeapro]

@@midwestconcertvideo haha that’s why I was saying Google it! Hah

[@RudalPL]

@@midwestconcertvideo Thanks :)

[@jemwand2530]

Manfred Mann, Bruce Springsteen, Geoff Lynne...

[@Producelikeapro]

Marvellous

[@abasi1968]

If nobody else will say that I will the number one reason why they never gave her problem because she was black and she was doing it in a very very extremely racist time her being buried without no headstone is the highest disrespect to a woman that shaped rock and roll the peoples to be should be ashamed of themselves I'm just learning about her today and I cannot wait to listen to all her music this now how she played that guitar was phenomenal she deserves more respect than what she got but I'm glad that she was abducted in the Hall of Fame and in the blues Hall of Fame Macy rest in peace because I always loved Johnny guitar Watson and I can see why he has that style of playing it's because of sister Rosetta God bless her

[@homegrownpa]

How about Bert Jansch, another very influential musician, that not many people know of.

[@Producelikeapro]

I’m a big fan of Bert Jansch and Pentangle

[@koolpfanski]

That... That's with me... [It's like my stuff.] She's way more nurtured; in her performance. * Where my street performance; methods; are long gone. [I couldn't do that stuff. Get trouble.] I've been schooled in all type of performance. * But I don't want to get away from the topic. Yeah, that's like me... * Oh, I have head injuries. Amnesia

[@clydehoops6069]

Elvis covered her song 'Hound Dog'

[@mightyV444]

But come on - 1,395 views and only 261 people hit the 'Like' button??

[@Producelikeapro]

Aw shucks! Thanks

[@mightyV444]

@@Producelikeapro - You're welcome, Warren! 🙂 Amazing free content should at the very least get *that* reaction!

[@Producelikeapro]

@@mightyV444 it's ok! We do quite aloof of videos we feel are important that we know will not get the views of the huge bands, however, it's very important to me to highlight amazing talents!

[@mightyV444]

@@Producelikeapro - Sure. And I understand that. However, this video was still getting wayyy more Views than Likes, hence I commented in the first place 🙂

[@mightyV444]

@@Producelikeapro - By the way, sooo much synchronicity at the moment! 😯 A lovely guy replied to one of my recent YT comments with the following: "My old bass player is 76 now. He is 12 yrs older than me. But on a different note, his Moms 1st cousin was Sister Rosetta Tharpe!!! Honest to God. I was listening to a CD of her, in 1996, he came by & said "That's my Mama's cousin!" His Mom later confirmed that. I was stunned." 😀 'Queen/Freddie Mercury' have been stalking me over the past two weeks, too! Your favourites! 😄 And 'Bob Ross' (the painter) popped up 3 times for me this morning! 😆

[@ruthindigo]

Recorded a while ago or have your gone back to your older Genelecs?

[@Producelikeapro]

I'm using the old ones on this latest mix!

[@BobJones-dq9mx]

Jimmy Smith or Art Blakely?

[@Producelikeapro]

Both great ideas!

[@jemwand2530]

Good call Warren.... How about The Staples Singers, Mavis and Pops? Very important in the race relations movement of the 60's.... and Mavis is still going strong at age 82.

[@WromWrom]

Wasn't she part of Prince's band for a while, him even releasing an album of hers thru Paisley Park?

[@danielkafweko6381]

Hi Warren I'm Daniel, I actually have a question"Let's say you're a famous musician from U.S like Usher or Beyonce and I'm someone who loves music, could that happen for me to be inspired by you even if we're from different places? I just want to know more about inspiration of becoming a musician 🙏

[@WromWrom]

The Beatles were inspired by Indian music, Pete Gabriel by all sorts of African music. Music is music. Everywhere.

[@danielkafweko6381]

@@WromWrom Thanks Bro I really appreciate it

[@WromWrom]

@@danielkafweko6381 You're welcome 😃

[@danielkafweko6381]

@@WromWrombro just for the last part did you mean Music is music everywhere? Or just a music stays music, not matter where you are?🙏

[@WromWrom]

@@danielkafweko6381 I don't understand the difference

[@jkronen1000]

Elvis Presley - brought it mainstream. He allowed African American music to be accessible to white American youth who had never really been exposed to it - like myself. Of course rock existed before him but his style brought it into the mainstream

[@midwestconcertvideo]

Elvis called Rosetta his favorite guitar player.

[@jkronen1000]

@@midwestconcertvideo he did!

[@Killahead.]

Without Sister Tharpe there wouldn't have BEEN anything for Elvis to bring to the mainstream

[@jkronen1000]

@@Killahead. Rosetta Tharpe’s records rose high on the race charts in America and influenced not only Elvis but other rockers including Jerry Lee Lewis and his hybrid of hillbilly, blues and gospel. As a recording artist she shocked her more pious black listeners with songs such as I Want A Tall Skinny Papa and delighted white listeners with Rock Me and This Train. Parallels can be drawn with Elvis physically and lyrically suggestive rendition of songs such as Shake, Rattle and Roll (in which he essentially used Big Joe Turner’s version rather than the softer lyric version sung by Bill Haley and the Comets), his rocking delivery of Jailhouse Rock and his mainstream ‘balladeering’ style on Love Me Tender.

[@GospelBluesMan]

Rosetta vehemently denied being a lesbian. The woman she was linked to was Marie Knight. Marie was interviewed for the only biography ever written about Rosetta. She said it was untrue and that many in Gospel music were petty and tried to damage competitions reputation. Tharpe was a Gospel singer and Christian speaker. She said her calling was to bring light to those in darkness. She traveled with her evangelist mother her entire career. Even in her nightclub years. I know when traced back all of the the queer Black woman stuff leads back to Gayle Wald's book. However, Wald admits neither woman admitted it, which makes it simply gossip. That statement should be removed totally, and at the very least Tharpe and Knight's denials should be noted and referenced. Rgtriplec (talk) 08:35, 27 May 2021 (UTC) I forgot to note the source used to support her being a lesbian in the article, quotes an article whose sources are a Blog with no sources, and Gayle Wald using unnamed sources. Again gossip. Rgtriplec (talk) 08:48, 27 May 2021 (UTC) Personal life A personal life section is needed. She was married three times, and dated other famous men. She was also involved in a few important court cases, cases that were covered in the media. She also close friendships with celebrities that are noteworthy. Also, there is no proof her third marriage was a sham or that she didn't know him. She had known him for ten years. When she toured with Lucky, the Inkspots were part of the tour. The man she married worked for them. Again this is Gayle Wald trying to make the story juicy, by creating a narrative that isn't factual. The fact she was married to the "sham" husband almost 30 years and is quoted as saying they never did anything apart. Proves it was a real relationship Rgtriplec (talk) 08:59, 27 May 2021 (UTC)

[@darlenesheffield9835]

What on earth are you talking about? You are also contradicting yourself. Above you say it's anti christian and you also say it's Christians attacking her? Which is it? And what does any of this have to do with a video that is educating people on this great artist.

[@GospelBluesMan]

This was good to a point, but why do you spread unfounded gossip? Just baseless claims all from one woman with no verified sources. It is common practice to try an tarnish a successful Christian. Maybe it true and she was, but there is no evidence of that. Also who really care except it is unfair that she is being used by that movement when the claims are gossip. So lets stop the spread of gossip and stick to sharing backup facts about her music.

[@darlenesheffield9835]

What gossip? I know Warren and Caitlin who created this and both are Christian.

[@GospelBluesMan]

OK he did say it was rumor or something like that. Why say rumors? That Sister Rosetta Tharpe was bi-sexual or a lesbian. There is no trust worthy evidence of such. So leave it where it belongs, forgotten.

[@darlenesheffield9835]

@@GospelBluesMan still don't know what you're talking about. Please point to this big discussion you are implying that is going on this video. It seems we have someone highlighting an important artist and you're grinding an axe that no one else is talking about which hugely takes away from the great message that is being given here.

[@GospelBluesMan]

@@darlenesheffield9835 Never said it was a big discussion. It just was a passing remark. It is my opinion that it would have been better left out. Otherwise he does a great job highlighting this artist. I value his videos otherwise I would not be here watching them. I was just giving my honest feedback and stating my opinion to which I am entitled to have. If you don't like my opinion then fine enough. You disagreement is noted. Thank You. Have a great day and God Bless.