* RICHARD MANUEL, by Stephen T. Lewis

    For the first time, Manuel’s compositions and performances are critiqued with expert commentary—alongside new interviews with family, friends, and fellow musicians, including Eric Clapton and Van Morrison.
    The story traces Manuel’s journey from Stratford, Ontario, to Woodstock, New York, and beyond, beginning with his first band, the Revols, then singing the blues with Robbie Robertson, Levon Helm, Rick Danko, and Garth Hudson in the Hawks, the group that would later become the Band.
    Manuel’s influence was profound, his distinctive vocals infusing songs with emotion and depth. His songwriting flourished in classics like Tears of Rage, cowritten with Dylan, and We Can Talk. His keyboard work added a lovable funkiness to the Band’s sound, blending elements of rock, folk, country, and blues into what would become the genesis of Americana.

- HIS LIFE AND MUSIC FROM THE HAWKS AND BOB DYLAN TO THE BAND, Schiffer (May 28, 2025), 400 pages. ISBN 978-0764369247. Thank you to Jürgen Wasser for this item. [0225]