James Jamerson's legacy is primarily immortalized through the book and documentary Standing in the Shadows of Motown, which details his role as the uncredited heartbeat of the Motown Records sound. While he played on more #1 hits than the Beatles, Beach Boys, and Elvis combined, Jamerson remained largely unknown to the general public during his lifetime. The "Jamerson Bible"
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Written by Dr. Licks (Allan Slutsky), this book is more than just a collection of sheet music; it is a historical rescue mission that brought Jamerson’s genius out of the basement of Hitsville U.S.A. and into the hands of modern musicians. Who Was James Jamerson?