The Hawk: The Story of Ronnie Hawkins and the Hawks

Jack S. Broumpton is an assistant professor of music at Huntington
College, Laurentian University.

This book chronicles the life of rockabilly artist Ronnie Hawkins, from
his origins in Hawkins Hollow, Arkansas, to his command performance
before U.S. President Bill Clinton. Wallis’s anecdote-filled account
shows that while the fun-loving Hawkins has not reaped the same benefits
as such illustrious artists as Robbie Robertson, Levon Helm, Jerry Lee
Lewis, and Carl Perkins, he has nevertheless secured an important place
in the history of rock and roll. The book also provides a rare picture
of the early days of the rock-and roll scene in Canada. An extensive
discography is included.