{"product_id":"keep-on-believin-the-life-and-music-of-richie-furay-9780271095233","title":"Keep on Believin’: The Life and Music of Richie Furay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eRichie Furay, a member of Buffalo Springfield, Poco, and Souther-Hillman-Furay, was a pioneer of American folk rock. This biography by Thomas Kitts explores his life and music, highlighting his talent as a songwriter and guitarist. Despite not reaching the same level of fame as his bandmates, Furay is a significant figure in American popular music. Fans of Buffalo Springfield, Poco, and country-rock music will appreciate this story. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 288 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 25 July 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pennsylvania State University Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRichie Furay, a prominent figure in American rock and roll, was a member of Buffalo Springfield, alongside Neil Young and Stephen Stills. He played a significant role in shaping the signature sound of American folk rock. Furay went on to form Poco, a band that pioneered California country rock, and later Souther-Hillman-Furay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter embracing Christianity in 1974, Furay released four solo albums before dedicating himself to the ministry in 1983. However, his musical journey continued, as he resumed recording in 1997, releasing two Christian and five secular albums over the next twenty-five years.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn this captivating biography, author Thomas Kitts delves into the life and music of Richie Furay. Kitts traces Furay's upbringing, musical career, and his profound conversion to Christianity. Through interviews with Furay and those close to him, Kitts sheds light on the musician's extraordinary talent as a songwriter, vocalist, and guitarist. Kitts argues that while Furay may not have achieved the same level of stardom as some of his bandmates, his contributions to American popular music are undeniable.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFans of Buffalo Springfield, Poco, and country-rock music will find this story truly American, resonating with the pursuit of rock-and-roll dreams and the triumphs and challenges that come with it. Richie Furay's journey is a testament to the enduring impact of music and the power of faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 522g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 229 x 152 x 27 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780271095233\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Thomas M. Kitts","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":46163771949306,"sku":"9780271095233","price":27.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/files\/1717176830361_book.jpg?v=1717230203","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/keep-on-believin-the-life-and-music-of-richie-furay-9780271095233","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}