This book traces the life and career of Tina Turner, from the early days of the Ike and Tina Revue, through the years of spousal abuse, to the success of Grammy Awards and film work. With an introductory essay by Coretta Scott King.
Tina’s long journey from the cotton fields of Nutbush, to her record breaking concert tours in Europe and America is truly remarkable. In 1996 at the age of 57, the rock diva embarked on an 18-month Wildest Dreams Tour that would be considered ambitious by performers half her age. Accolades come not only from her fans but from her rock and roll contemporaries, many of whom are stars in their own right. Mick Jagger and Keith Richards of the Rolling Stones, David Bowie, Cher, Bryan Adams and Mark Knopfler formerly of Dire Straits, are among her staunchest supporters. A consummate singer, dancer and performer, Tina endured years of physical and mental abuse at the hands of her former husband and ex partner, Ike Turner, before striking out on her own. Her come back was extraordinary, she has won eight Grammy Awards to date in her solo career.
Philadelphia native Judy L. Hasday is a two-time graduate of Temple University, with a BA in communications and an EdM in educational media. A veteran photo editor and freelance writer, Ms. Hasday has more than twenty-five books in print and has won five book awards.
Writer: Judy L. Hasday
Release: June 1999
Publisher: Chelsea House Publications
Pages: 104
Format: Paperback
Language: English