Reference Number
ARC-0926
Level of description
collection
Title
Ready for the World Collection
Date
1988, undated
Size
4.92 (Linear feet)
Scope and Contents
The Ready for the World Collection is dated 1988 and contains undated materials. The collection consists of a promotional poster for the Ruff N'Ready album, hand written lyrics for "Oh Sheila," "Love You Down," and "Tonight", and a cardboard cardboard promotional display.
Biography / Administrative History
Ready for the World is a R&B band from Flint, Michigan founded in the 1980s. The group was founded by Melvin Riley and Gordon Stozier. and included Willie Triplett, Gerald Valentine, and John Eaton.
Notes
Acquisition Note: The Ready for the World Collection was received by the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a gift from Melvin Riley on May 1, 2017.
Citation: [Identification of Item], Ready for the World Collection, Library and Archives, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
Language Note: Materials are in English.
Processing Information: Processed by Crystal Matjasic, Project Archivist. Completed August 29, 2019. Descriptive sources and standards used to create this inventory: DACS and local processing manual. Collection processed through an Access to Historical Records grant from the NHPRC.
Access
Collection is open for research. Patrons must sign the Acknowledgment of Legal Responsibilities and Privacy Rights statement on the Researcher Registration Form before using this collection. Consult the Library and Archives in advance of your visit to ensure access to these materials is available.
Use
The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Inc. owns right, title, and interest in the works of authorship embodied in the materials in this collection. The transfer of Donor's literary and other property rights does not include works of other individuals and organizations contained in the gift. For more information, please consult the staff of the Library and Archives.
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