Perry Como : a biography and complete career record /

"Perry Como became one of the top American crooners of the 20th century and one of the first multimedia stars. His record sales exceeded 100 million. In 1948, Como crossed over to television and The Perry Como Show became the benchmark for a broadcast music and variety show. Como's career...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Macfarlane, Malcolm, 1942-
Other Authors: Crossland, Ken
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Jefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., [2009]
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Summary:"Perry Como became one of the top American crooners of the 20th century and one of the first multimedia stars. His record sales exceeded 100 million. In 1948, Como crossed over to television and The Perry Como Show became the benchmark for a broadcast music and variety show. Como's career illuminates developments in the music and television business"--Provided by publisher.
Physical Description:ix, 300 pages : illustrations ; 26 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
Includes discography.
ISBN:9780786437016 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper)
0786437014 (illustrated case binding : alk. paper)