A.K.A. Doc Pomus
Four iconic songs, including 'Save the Last Dance for Me' and 'Viva Las Vegas,' were penned by Jerome Felder, known as Doc Pomus.
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Four iconic songs, including 'Save the Last Dance for Me' and 'Viva Las Vegas,' were penned by Jerome Felder, known as Doc Pomus.
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Jerome Felder, known as Doc Pomus, grew up in Brooklyn and faced childhood polio. He became a significant figure in American music, transitioning from a blues singer to a celebrated songwriter during the early rock and roll era. Pomus wrote hits such as "Save the Last Dance for Me" and "Viva Las Vegas." Co-produced by his daughter Sharyn Felder, the documentary features interviews with musicians like B.B. King and Lou Reed, who reads from Pomus's private journals.
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