Legends of Rock & Roll: Bobby Darin

Nonfiction, Entertainment, Music, Pop & Rock, Rock, Music Styles

• Author: James Hoag
• ISBN: 9781310548185
• Publisher: James Hoag
• Publication: November 24, 2014
• Imprint: Smashwords Edition
• Language: English

Bobby Darin was one of the great performers of the Fifties and Sixties. He started as a rock and roller and ended up on the same level as greats like Frank Sinatra. He married one of the heart throbs of the Fifties, Sandra Dee. His life was full of great successes and a lot of heartache. He had health problems most of his life and he rose above it all. His life is true inspiration to us all.

He died young (37), well before he should have. But he made the most of the life he had and has become a real legend. This book covers his life and music.

Topics covered are:

Introduction
His Youth
A Talent For Music
Song Writer
Splish Splash
Mack the Knife
Beyond the Sea
The Decline
Acting Career
Three Personal Blows
A Comeback
The End
Bobby Darin, the Man
Legacy
Discography, Albums, Singles
Films
Afterword