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Sister Rosetta Tharpe helped shape rock and roll
Sister Rosetta Tharpe brought gospel energy and commanding guitar playing to audiences far beyond the church.
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Through archival photographs and a brief authentic recording, this short story remembers her place among the many people who helped shape rock and roll.
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