The appearances of two ex-Beatles, including the late George Harrison, are among the principal attractions in this hour-long 1985 TV show, which spotlights one of the prime movers behind the rock-and-country blend known as rockabilly. Perkins, who died in 1998, was the composer of “Blue Suede Shoes” and other classics, as well as a highly influential guitar player. Here he's joined by a host of luminaries, including Eric Clapton, musical director Dave Edmunds, Rosanne Cash and members of the Stray Cats, in addition to Harrison and Ringo Starr, who perform the Perkins tunes (“Matchbox” and “Everybody's Trying to Be My Baby”) that the Beatles recorded lo, these many decades ago. But star power notwithstanding, it's Perkins' show all the way. Not only could the man still play, but here he's clearly basking in all the attention--as is Harrison, whose rare live performances should be treasured all the more now that he's gone. Highly recommended. Aud: P. (S. Graham)
Carl Perkins and Friends: Blue Suede Shoes--A Rockabilly Session
(1985) 60 min. $24.95. Music Video Distributors (avail. from most distributors). Color cover. Volume 17, Issue 4
Carl Perkins and Friends: Blue Suede Shoes--A Rockabilly Session
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