That Rhythm, Those Blues (1988)

Director: George T. Nierenberg

A documentary covering the R&B (rhythm and blues) field from the 1940s to the early 1950s. Included is footage of performances by major R&B singers of the time, and interviews with singers, producers and others involved in the field.

Cast

Ruth Brown

Charles Brown

Bobby Robinson

Jerry Wexler

Record producer

Ralph Bass

Rev. Al Dixon

Shelly Steward

DJ

Rev. Al Dixon

DJ

Bob Beamon

Eddie N. Williams