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Nashville Nights: Jerry Foster and the Foster Mafia. From Kenny Denton's Memoir, “There Ain’t No Rules In Rock ’n’ Roll”

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Kenny Dentons" There Ain't No Rules In Rock n Roll" Stories... by Kenny Denton

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This Deep Dive is from Kenny Denton’s memoir chronicles his vivid experiences within the Nashville music scene, specifically focusing on his relationship with eccentric characters and industry giants. The narrative follows Denton as he is introduced to the prolific songwriter Jerry Foster, whose immense success is contrasted by a quirky entourage and an Elvis-inspired persona. A significant portion of the text details Denton’s attempts to launch Foster’s career in the United Kingdom by promoting a track featuring Elvis Presley’s original backing band. Despite achieving substantial radio airplay and topping specialist rock 'n' roll charts, the record ultimately failed to achieve mainstream commercial success due to distribution failures. Through these anecdotes, the author reflects on the unpredictable nature of the music business and the unique p ... 

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